Recent archaeological excavations at Huqoq, in the Galilean region, have unearthed compelling evidence suggesting a broader geographic involvement in the Bar Kochba revolt against Roman rule in 132 C.E. than previously documented by historic sources. While historical narratives primarily focus on Judea as the epicenter of this rebellion, the discovery of an intricate subterranean complex in Huqoq adds a significant layer to our understanding, indicating active, possibly armed, participation from communities beyond Judea, specifically in the Galilee.

18 March 2024

Read more: Huqoq Excavation Unveils Galilee's Role In Bar Kochba Revolt

A month has passed, and the haunting memories of Kibbutz Be’eri linger in every corner, with the pungent smell of death still present. This once-thriving community in the Gaza Strip, the largest kibbutz of its kind, found itself deserted for agonizing hours, vulnerable to the onslaught of hundreds of terrorists, bearing the scars of a fateful encounter. In the wake of this tragic event, a tenth of the kibbutz's residents bore physical wounds, while the spirits of all were forever marked by the loss of 96 beloved kibbutz members, the abduction of 32 others, and the lingering uncertainty surrounding four missing individuals.

08 November 2023

Read more: Preserving The Memory: Hamas' Tragic Attack And Historic Preservation Efforts

A remarkable inscription in Greek, dating back to the Byzantine period, has been unearthed during excavations at the Horkania Fortress, an isolated archaeological site situated in the heart of the Judean desert. This exciting discovery sheds new light on the historical and cultural heritage of the region. The expedition, led by Dr. Oren Gutfeld and Michal Haber from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, was initiated in response to the growing threat of antiquity thieves operating in the Judean desert.

28 September 2023

Read more: Unearthing Byzantine-Era Treasure: Psalm Paraphrase Found In Judean Desert

In the late 4th century BC or early 3rd century BC, a prominent figure from the Hellenistic army or government arrived in the land of Israel, accompanied by a female companion. Notably, recent excavations conducted by the Antiquities Authority on Derech Hebron Street in Jerusalem unveiled the burial site of this enigmatic woman. Adjacent to her charred remains, archaeologists made a remarkable discovery: a remarkably well-preserved, rare mirror.

27 September 2023

Read more: Rare Hellenistic-Era Burial Unearths Mysterious Greek Woman's Jerusalem Tomb

In recent times, there has been growing concern about the ongoing damage to the archaeological findings at what is referred to as Joshua’s Altar in the region of Samaria. Addressing this pressing issue, the Knesset, Israel's legislative body, convened a discussion this past Tuesday to delve into the situation and explore measures to protect this historically significant site. Member of Knesset Zvi Sukkot played a pivotal role in this discussion by presenting a photograph of a rare Egyptian scarab discovered on Mount Ebal, underlining the urgency of preserving this valuable historical treasure.

27 September 2023

Read more: 'Proof Of Israelites Exodus' Presented To Knesset Amid Palestinian Destruction