Israel Completes Financial Close for Countrys Largest Solar Project
Israel completed financial close for its largest solar project near Dimona in the Negev, a 265 MW plant by EDF Renewables, setting a record low tariff.
Negev
Bridging gaps: New cell site opens in Neot Hovav
Israel's Ministry of Communications inaugurates a new cell site in Neot Hovav, Negev, enhancing coverage for residents and road safety on Highway 40.
Tax Authority Seizes 18 Vehicles in Overnight Debt Enforcement Raids
Israel's Tax Authority enforcement unit seized 18 vehicles in overnight operations in Arara and Tira from individuals owing tax debts.
Huge Increase in Enforcement Against Illegal Construction and Farming in the Negev
The Ministry of National Security reports a surge in demolitions of illegal construction and farming in the Negev during the first half of 2026.
M16 Located, Three Arrested in Bedouin Town
During Operation “Iron Network,” police in Hura, Negev, discovered an M16 rifle and apprehended three suspects involved in violent crime.
Millions Allocated to Restore Farm Land Damaged During War
Israel's Ministry of Agriculture is allocating 7 million Shekels to restore war-damaged farmland and promote sustainable agriculture in northern and southern.
Infrastructure of a network smuggling weapons and drugs from the Egyptian and Jordanian borders was exposed – six Israeli citizens were arrested. Over the past few months, six Israeli citizens, residents of the Negev, were arrested.
Israel Police dismantle weapon and drug smuggling network from Egyptian & Jordanian borders, arresting six Israeli citizens involved in purchasing and trading.
New Town Planned for the Negev
Israel's Ministry of Construction and Housing is advancing plans for a new Negev settlement near Eshel HaNassi, adding 500 housing units.
New Program Initiated to Install Solar Power Systems on Public Housing Buildings
Israel's Ministries of Construction and Housing and Energy are installing solar power on public housing, starting with a pilot in Yeruham and Mitzpe Ramon.
Thousands of New Housing Units and Hotels Planned for Negev Towns
Yeruham and Dimona in Israel's Negev region will receive over 2,200 new housing units, hotels, and commercial spaces under new development plans.
Netanyahu Approves Beer Sheva Light Rail
Prime Minister Netanyahu has approved the Beer Sheva-Likit light rail project, a significant investment to develop the Negev and support the IDF's move south.
Police Seize Illegal Weapons in Negev
Israeli police seized illegal weapons in two operations in the Bedouin town of Tel Sheva and the nearby Al-Nabari area, authorities said ...
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