Jerusalem, 7 January, 2026 (TPS-IL) — The following are the end of day exchange rates as set by the Bank of Israel Wednesday, January 7, 2025:
(Units are given in the foreign currency and the rate is given in its value in Shekels)

Currency | Unit | Rate (NIS) | Daily Change (against the Shekel)
US Dollar | 1 | 3.1750 | +0.348%
GB Pound | 1 | 4.2834 | +0.098%
Japanese Yen | 100 | 2.0283 | +0.242%
Euro | 1 | 3.7104 | +0.154%
AUS Dollar | 1 | 2.1374 | +0.508%
Can Dollar | 1 | 2.2989 | +0.052%
DAN Krone | 1 | 0.4965 | +0.141%
NOR Krone | 1 | 0.3157 | ‎-0.032%
SA Rand | 1 | 0.1931 | +0.052%
SWD Krona | 1 | 0.3457 | +0.465%
SWS Franc | 1 | 3.9881 | ‎-0.048%

Jerusalem, 7 January, 2026 (TPS-IL) — The Israel Police reported an activity in the Negev Bedouin town Tarabin led to the arrest of 30 suspects and detained for questioning, along with the seizure of weapons, including four grenades and ammunition.

The activity was carried out as part of “Operation New Order,” Israel’s campaign to fight against organized and violent crime in the south of the country.

In addition, 53 demolition order notices for illegal structures were issued, and combined enforcement was carried out with civilian bodies.

A healthy two-month-old child from northern Israel has died as a result of Influenza.

The Ministry of Health recommends that the entire population continue to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Although children at this age cannot be vaccinated, vaccinating people in close contact provides some protection, which is why it is important for the entire population to be vaccinated.

The Ministry emphasizes that although the flu vaccine does not completely prevent illness, it reduces severity in most cases.  

The vaccine is available free of charge at health maintenance organizations (HMOs).

As a precautionary measure, the Ministry of Health recommends that high-risk populations consider wearing masks in closed spaces and crowded places. The Ministry also recommends that medical staff and visitors to nursing homes and geriatric facilities wear masks.
 

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu:

I feel deep pain over the cutting short of the life of the dear yeshiva student, Yosef Eizenstat, may he rest in peace, who was run over and killed yesterday at a demonstration in jerusalem.

The circumstances of the tragic disaster will be thoroughly investigated to draw all necessary insights and lessons from them.

I extend my full condolences to the Eizenstat family.

At the same time, I call to prevent the escalation of tensions so that we do not, God forbid, experience further disasters. The value of the sanctity of life is etched in our heritage, and we must guard it with all our might.

“He will swallow up death forever, and the Lord God will wipe away tears from every face.”

The President’s Residence:

We have gone through a very sad and painful evening – with the loss of life of a Haredi youth and the injured with severe, moderate, and light wounds.

Violence is crossing a red line in the most severe and dangerous sense. This painful evening must be a wake-up call for all of us, and especially for all those involved: it is time to show responsibility, lower the flames, and do everything to prevent the next disaster, before it is too late.

I support the police in conducting a swift and comprehensive investigation in order to quickly bring about the full extent of justice and draw conclusions.

In this difficult hour, my heart is with the youth’s family, and I send them condolences and wish a complete recovery to the injured.

Prime Minister’s Office:

After a period of several months, political dialogue between Israel and Syria resumed with American backing and support.

The dialogue took place as part of President Trump’s vision to promote peace in the Middle East, during which Israel emphasized the importance of ensuring the security of its citizens and preventing threats on its borders.

Israel reiterated its commitment to promoting regional stability and security, and regarding the need to advance economic cooperation for the benefit of both countries.

It was agreed to continue the dialogue to promote common goals and maintain the security of the Druze minority in Syria.

Jerusalem, 7 January, 2026 (TPS-IL) — Israel struck a Hezbollah terrorist in the area of the southern Lebanese town of Jouaiyya, the Israel Defense Forces said.

A healthy two-month-old infant, a resident of northern Israel, passed away as a result of influenza.

The Ministry of Health recommends continued vaccination of the entire population as soon as possible. Although vaccination is not possible at this age, vaccinating people in close contact provides some protection, and therefore, vaccinating the entire population is important.

The Ministry emphasizes that although the flu vaccine does not completely prevent illness, it reduces severity in most cases.  

The vaccine is available and free of charge at the health funds.

Based on the precautionary principle, the Ministry of Health recommends that at-risk populations consider wearing masks in enclosed spaces and at gatherings. The Ministry also recommends wearing masks for medical staff and visitors in nursing homes and geriatric institutions.
 

The prize committee convened, headed by Dr. Haim Perlman and with the participation of members Prof. Gilad Dubeshen and Dr. Nurit Sircus-Bank.

The prize committee noted in its reasoning that Yaacov Agam’s work resonates with a many-year contribution to Israeli and international art for seven decades. According to the committee, Agam broke the boundaries of plastic art as it was known and innovated languages of kinetic art and Op Art.

The committee further noted that the central innovative element in his work over the years is the idea of internal change, both within the artwork itself and from the viewer’s changing perspective. His works combine visual elements with musical elements in motion in space and time, reflecting a dynamic and renewing reality. His work expresses a concept that art must be mobile and changing, just as reality itself is constantly created and shaped.

The israel prize is the most important and prestigious prize awarded in the State of Israel. The prizes will be awarded on the evening of Israel’s 78th Independence Day.

Jerusalem, 7 January, 2026 (TPS-IL) — A healthy two-month-old child from northern Israel has died from the flu, the Ministry of Health reported. This marks the sixth pediatric flu-related death in Israel this year.

While infants under six months cannot be vaccinated, the ministry stressed that vaccinating those around them can offer indirect protection. Health officials urged the public to get vaccinated, noting the vaccine reduces disease severity even if it doesn’t fully prevent infection.

The ministry continues to recommend masks for at-risk populations, medical staff, and visitors in nursing and geriatric facilities.