Gay Israel
Anti-LGBTQ violence in Israel rose sharply in 2025, national queer and trans violence report finds
A total of 432 homophobic or transphobic physical incidents were reported in Israel in 2025, the Aguda's report found.
Tel Aviv's Kipod Hazahav festival brings 16 independent productions to the stage
'They are unnatural': Arab channel TV show guest calls for the execution of gay people
'A gay man without rights:' Israeli reservist who killed highway terrorist speaks out
Law student sues man, who sent him unsolicited explicit photos on Grindr, and wins
Most sexual harassment lawsuits end in a plea agreement and settlement, but Shaham had had enough and wanted to pursue a full judgment.
For American Zionist LGBTQ group, Israel’s right-wing government has created an urgent crisis
A Wider Bridge – an organization that advocates for the LGBTQ community in Israel – says the challenges facing LGBTQ rights in Israel are entering a new era.
LGBTQ+ community to blame for earthquakes, prominent Israeli rabbi claims
Rabbi Amar said that the earthquakes that have struck Israel are a direct result of the rise in LGBTQ+ rights in Israel.
50 local authorities declare intent to boycott Avi Maoz’s anti-LGBTQ policies
Yesh Atid leader Yair Lapid announced on Saturday that his party is opening a hotline for parents who are concerned about the content Maoz may bring into their childrens' schools.
Education Min. issues first-ever guidelines for assisting LGBTQ children in school
The guidelines aim to ensure the mental well-being and emotional resilience of students struggling with various aspects of their sexuality or gender identity.
Netanyahu says future Israeli gov't won't violate LGBTQ+ rights - report
Avi Maoz, a likely member of Israel's future government, voiced his desire to "outlaw the Pride Parade - first in Jerusalem, then in Tel Aviv."
LGBTQ group petition High Court to enforce surrogacy law
Despite the High Court’s clear ruling, the Health Ministry’s legal division is throwing up obstacles, which systematically thwart that from happening.
Largest ever Arabic language LGBTQ campaign launched across Israel
Beit el-Meem has placed dozens of signs around the country, including in Nazareth, Iksal and Kafr Kanna, with the slogan "There is a home for all sexualities and gender identities in Arab society."
Rishon Lezion city councilman: ‘Ban gay teachers, lecturers’
Cohen, from the Haredi religious Shas party, began his letter with complaints about students who were lectured about the concept of same-sex couples joint parenting.
Coalition MKs threatened with sanctions after voting for surrogacy law
The bill, which was sponsored by Yesh Atid MK Idan Roll, fell by a 47 to 29 vote, despite the support of the rebellious MKs.