Dead Sea

IDF tests Jordan Valley readiness in Dead Sea surprise attack drill - analysis

The IDF held a major Dead Sea drill simulating a surprise attack along the eastern border, including infiltrations, drone threats, and civilian-area incidents.

IDF forces during the “Sulfur and Fire” readiness exercise along Israel’s eastern border and the Dead Sea area on May 15, 2026.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meet leaders of the Druze and Circassian communities.

Netanyahu meets with leaders of Druze, Circassian communities at Dead Sea summit

Swimming in the sinkholes. Part of an immersive sunrise excursion, a mineral dip in the freshwater sinkholes offers a restorative and wild experience on the rugged northern shores.

The 35-minute miracle: Inside Jerusalem’s best-kept Dead Sea escape

IDF, Israel Police seize 12 pistols after intercepting a drone attempting to smuggle the guns over the Jordan border, February 8, 2026.

Three southern residents charged with drone-smuggling hashish to Jordan, bringing guns into Israel


IDF raid Hamas stronghold in Gaza hospital, PM to undergo operation

IDF issues evacuation orders in northern Gaza • Rockets from Gaza activate sirens in Jerusalem, Shfela areas

 The IDF begins operations in Beit Hanoun, in the northern Gaza on September 28, 2024.

Reporter's notebook: Shishi Shabbat Israeli - Climbing mountains and bridging cultures

Everyone I spoke to, regardless of where they were from, how long they lived in Israel, or if this was their first event, said the same thing: Community.

 The Jerusalem Posts joined Shishi Shabbat Israeli for their 106th seminar weekend in the Negev Desert.

IDF returns bodies of terrorists who carried out shooting near Dead Sea to Jordan

The bodies were transferred from Israel back to Jordan via the King Hussein Bridge before being returned to their families.

 A car drives past a road signal indicating the Allenby (King Hussein) bridge crossing point to Jordan (background), in the city of Jericho in the West Bank, on January 28, 2021.

School directors convicted for negligence in Nahal Tzafit disaster deaths

The team organizing the outing had allegedly made special preparations ahead of time due to serious warnings for the fear of floods in the area of ​​the trip.

 Parents of two victims of the flood.

Researchers find meter-high mineral chimneys in the Dead Sea, a potential sinkhole warning

These chimneys resemble hydrothermal chimneys discovered in oceanic ridges, but "the system is completely different," according to Dr. Christian Siebert.

 Meter-high mineral chimneys. The Dead Sea, Israel.

Two soldiers wounded in terror shooting at Dead Sea, attacker killed

The military said IDF troops killed two terrorists who crossed into Israeli territory from Jordan in the area of the Dead Sea.

 Commander of the 80th Division at the scene of the shooting terror attack in the Dead Sea area. October 18, 2024.

Dead Sea: Healing Israel’s society and nature at the lowest point on Earth

With an extraordinary understanding of the Dead Sea’s natural ecosystem, the project is uniquely positioned to harness the therapeutic power of nature.

 At a mind-body retreat for Supernova survivors, Ied by the writer with yoga master Eitam Baum.

For the body, heart, and soul: Treat yourself to a getaway in Ein Gedi

The Dead Sea, stunning nature, breathtaking views, and endless peace – now is the time to visit Ein Gedi and do something good for your body, heart, and soul.

 Ein Gedi

The always alluring Dead Sea

The Dead Sea offers unique photographic opportunities year round.

 Sunrise at the Dead Sea.

Earthquake reported near Dead Sea area, reportedly felt in Jerusalem

A Ynet report stated that the earthquake could also be felt in Jerusalem, Beersheba, Dimona, and Eilat, with the report claiming that the Dead Sea was the epicenter of the area.

 OVERLOOKING THE Dead Sea from the perspective of hills near Kfar Hanokdim.