Sexual assault

Musician Yuval Vilner named as suspect in alleged rape of Shaylee Atary, Naama Shahar

In March, the court had temporarily barred publication of his name, holding off on disclosure due to claims that publication could trigger a suicidal act. 

Israeli singer Shay-Li Atari Wiener, who recently revealed she was raped several years ago, protests alongside supporters outside a court hearing of her alleged rapist in Tel Aviv, January 21, 2026.
WhatsApp users.

Beersheba man gets five years for sexual offenses against minors, threatening girls on WhatsApp

ICC CHIEF Prosecutor Karim Khan in The Hague.

'Qatari Octopus': Israel files criminal complaint over ICC corruption

Israeli singer Eyal Golan performs at the Arena Stadium in Jerusalem on December 6, 2021.

Eyal Golan once again accused of sex crimes, state attorney calls for renewed investigation


Rabbi Eliyahu Godlevsky named as father who sexually assaulted his daughters

The daughters, who submitted the request to lift the gag order, did so through the legal aid office within the Justice Ministry.

 Tel Aviv District Court.

‘I’m in the dark’: Mia Schem says she filed rape complaint against Tel Aviv fitness trainer

In a preview for an upcoming interview with Channel 12, Schem said she could no longer remain silent.

 FORMER HOSTAGE Mia Schem speaks at a press conference ahead of the second concert in memory of those murdered on Oct. 7 at the Supernova festival, in Tel Aviv earlier in 2025.

Abuse victims want next pope to get serious on 'zero tolerance'

"We believe it should be the central issue in the conclave," Peter Isely, one of the founders of the abuse survivors' group SNAP.

 Peter Isely, survivor of sexual abuse, and founder of ECA (Ending Clergy Abuse) Tim Law attend a march with survivors of clergy sexual abuse and activists near the Vatican, in Rome, Italy, September 27, 2023.

Senior MDA paramedic under investigation for sexually abusing teenage girls

The paramedic, who is also a Holon municipal employee allegedly committed rape, indecent acts, soliciting minors in exchange for money, and threatening alleged victims with a weapon.

A Magen David Adom ambulance; illustrative.

Invading Hamas terrorist carried grenades, condoms on October 7, IDF reservist reveals - report

Shlomo Efrati recounted how a bomb disposal team had to be called after he was delivered the body of a terrorist for identification by mistake.

 The aftermath of Hamas's Nova music festival massacre in Re'im, southern Israel, on October 7, 2023. Picture taken November 2, 2023

UK police charge Russell Brand with rape

Police said Russell Brand was charged with one count of rape, one count of indecent assault, one count of oral rape and two counts of sexual assault,.

Comedian Russell Brand poses for photographers before signing copies of his new book entitled "Revolution" in central London, December 5, 2014.

The Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel leading the battle against sexual violence

From legislative victories to international advocacy, CEO Orit Sulitzeanu discusses the fight for survivors.

 ARCCI CEO Orit Sulitzeanu at the Jerusalem Post 2025 Women Leaders Summit.

'I give candy to children to make them happy': Police arrest Lod man for sexually assaulting child

The police released a series of recommendations to protect children from sexual predators.

 An illustrative image of an individual with handcuffs.

Israel’s new rape law includes male victims, abolishes outdated 'sodomy' term

The Knesset passes a bill that redefines sexual assault, recognizing male victims.

 MK Limor Son Har-Melech attends a Defense and Foreign Affairs Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem on July 18, 2024.

What happens after sexual assault? A guide to immediate care in Israel

Acute care units for survivors of sexual assault currently operate in 11 hospitals across Israel, providing comprehensive medical, emotional, and forensic care.

 The Lotus Center - acute care room at Kaplan medical center