Dimona

Dimona: Rabbi Shalom Dayan passes away

Rabbi Shalom Dayan, Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Dimona, passes away over Shabbat, at age 82.

Nuclear War with Iran: Science-based options

At some point, a nuclear war involving Israel may become more imaginable. Israel’s corresponding responsibility should be to prepare prudently and systematically for all contingencies, as outlined below. Op-ed.

Dimona girl nearly drowns in home pool - and is revived by EMTs

'The young girl was already blue, it was miraculous that her pulse came back,' EMTs recall.

Dimona resident indicted for murder

Sharon Sanker, 45, is indicted for the murder of Eliyahu Hazan outside a Dimona synagogue.

Man walks out of synagogue to ask for quiet - and is killed

Eliyahu Hazan, 59, named as man murdered outside Dimona synagogue.

Dimona mayor: 'Everyone knows this government will fall'

MK Idit Silman warmy applauded during unexpected visit to Dimona. 'The coalition's days are very numbered. It will fall apart,' he says.

Resident of southern Israel suspected of sexual assault

Man with AIDS is arrested after suspicions arise that he used fake social media profiles to connect with women, sexually assault them.

Tragedy in Dimona: Two brothers die of COVID-19

The two brothers contracted the virus about three weeks ago and had since been hospitalized in serious condition.

Magnitude 3.2 earthquake felt south of Dimona

Earthquake occurred at 7:58 p.m. at a distance of 43 km southeast of Dimona. No injuries or damage reported.

Two youths arrested for vandalizing Dimona playground

Police arrest two Bedouin youths after graffiti, including swastikas, is drawn on Dimona playground.

Dimona holds gathering of unity and support after Meron tragedy

Dimona residents hold gathering of support and unity. City rabbi: 'Our sin is that only after a tragedy do we reach unity.'

Dozens of African Hebrews up for deportation

Families of African Hebrews mostly from Dimona have been given upwards of 50 days to leave the country, sparking debate.

Man in serious condition after shooting in Dimona

Police investigating whether shooting was assassination attempt, report says.

Construction spotted at Dimona: 'Last-resort capability?'

With Israel's undeclared nuclear facility in Dimona aging badly, could the Jewish State be modernizing its 'last-resort capabilities?'

Prehistoric migration route from Africa passed through Dimona

Evidence of the path of modern humans leaving Africa 100,000 years ago discovered in Dimona.

4-year-old in critical condition after being forgotten in car

Paramedics perform CPR on child found unconscious with heat stroke after being forgotten in car in Dimona.

Housing Minister to encourage purchase in periphery?

Min. Yaakov Litzman examining possibility of encouraging haredim to move to Dimona, report says.

60-year-old man dies of heatstroke in southern Israel

As heatwave scorches Israel, 60-year-old man dies of heatstroke in southern Israeli town of Dimona.

Rivlin in Dimona: 'A city where dreams come true'

President Rivlin visits Dimona and the settlement established by the Ayalim Association near the city. "The whole country looks to Dimona.”

3rd complaint filed against daycare provider in southern Israel

Parents complain of abuse, negligence, in supervised, subsidized Na'amat daycare. Na'amat: 'We will not tolerate violence.'

Bedouin arrested for attempted arson in Dimona

Police arrest 25-year-old arson suspect, open investigation.

'The Torah should dwell in the most worthy place'

Dimona's high school yeshiva educates students to love their neighbor, their country, and the Torah. 'The yeshiva lights up the city'

Netanyahu:

'The US stopped coddling the PA and it's driving Abbas crazy'

Prime Minister speaks out after PA chief calls US ambassador 'a son of a dog', says US no longer tolerating PA behavior. 'PA is in shock'.

Missionaries building large center in Ashdod

Christian missionaries in Israel's south mislead local residents, plan new center to expand activities.

Dimona mayor to give 101 acres to illegal Bedouin community

Dimona mayor forces local coalition to vote in favor of handing city land to neighboring Arabs, ignores wishes of local residents.

Haifa Chemicals workers place Dimona under 'protest siege'

Haifa Chemicals workers protest emptying of ammonia tank, fear they'll lose jobs.

Gafni: Netanyahu promised to stop Shabbat desecrators

MK Gafni interviewed today over his efforts to bring shabbat work projects to a close: I hope the Prime Minister wil make good on his word.

Bromine leak feared following train collision

One person injured in collision between two trains near Dimona. Due to bromine leak, residents asked to stay indoor.

Jewish 'Revenge Attack' Stabber Sent for Psychiatric Observation

Court says minor who stabbed Arab workers in Dimona last week was likely in a psychotic state at the time of the attack.

Netanyahu Vows Crackdown on Violence From Any Side

Hours after Dimona revenge stabbing, PM vows to use the full extent of the law against lawbreakers - Jew or Arab.

Jewish Home MKs Warn Against Revenge Attacks

Elected officials call on Jews not to take law into their own hands despite rampant stabbings, firebomb attacks.

Four Arabs Stabbed in Dimona

Three illegal workers and one municipal worker stabbed in suspected revenge attack.

IAEA Shoots Down Arab Call for Israel Nuclear Inspections

Arab move led by Egypt to inspect Dimona nuclear reactor defeated; Netanyahu: 'no place for this debate as Iran arms itself with nuke.'

Four Soldiers Wounded as Hummer Flips

Overnight training exercise near Dimona marred by overturned hummer, as soldiers flown by helicopter to hospital.

Why US State Declassified the Report on Israel’s Nuclear Capabilities

Spiritual Leader of Israeli 'Black Hebrews' Dies

Founder of the African Hebrew Israelite movement dies of unknown causes, aged 75.

Vanunu Petitions High Court to Allow Him to Leave Israel

Convicted nuclear whistleblower claims he is no longer a threat to state security - state attorneys disagree.

Can Nuclear Israel Forbid Iran from Having Nukes?

Arab States to Single Out Israel at Nuclear Weapons Convention

Arab League representative insists resolution demanding Israel join nuclear non-proliferation treaty will be tabled for Friday vote.

Panel to Design Compensation Plan for Nuclear Workers

New committee will recommend how the state can compensate nuclear workers who contracted malignancies.

Home Front Earthquake Drill Next Week

Home Front is planning a huge earthquake drill that assumes mass casualties of 7,000 dead, 70,000 wounded.

Iran Claims Think Tank Says It Can Hit Dimona Nuclear Reactor

Iranian media says a US think tank reports Tehran can hit Israel’s nuclear reactor in Dimona without drawing the United States into a war.

Torah and Nuclear Power

New Torah Scroll at Nuclear Reactor ‘Protects Us from Iran’

The first Torah scroll for the Dimona nuclear reactor is being dedicated Tuesday, along with a new synagogue, replacing a bomb shelter.

Israel's Strategic Nuclear Doctrine: Ambiguity vs. Openness

Jerusalem must always prevent a rational aggressor from deciding to strike first.

Agent Who Nabbed Vanunu Killed in Accident

Giora Weiss-Tzahor, 70, who headed operation to locate rogue nuke spy, died in a bicycle accident.

Dimona Nuclear Plant Workers Back on the Job - For Now

After 2 days of work sanctions, workers at the Dimona nuclear plant agreed to return to their jobs, after top officials cited risk to the plant.

Dimona In Arab IAEA Delegates Crosshairs, Again

Arab ministers attending next weeks IAEA conference are expected to press for more safety protocols with special attention on the Mideast, Israel.

Iran: Dimona is in Our Crosshairs

Unnamed Revolutionary Guards officer says Israeli nuclear power plant will be targeted if Iran is attacked, no matter who the attacker is.

Camp in Southern Israel - Israeli Campers, Anglo Counselors

YU Center for Jewish Future's camp in Dimona brings together Israeli youth and students from abroad. Language is no barrier.

How to Keep to Arteries Young: Live in Israel, Eat 'Med Style'

Living the sunny Mediterranean lifestyle in Israel is a healthier way to keep one's arteries limber for longer, according to a new study

BGU Partners with Dimona, IEC for Nuclear Engineering

Ben Gurion University is partnering with the Israel Electric Company and the Dimona nuclear plant to add a nuclear engineering program.

Host of Blood Libel Reporter Booed for ‘Sitting with Devil’

Protesters at the appearance of the Swedish “blood libel” journalist” at a media conference said the host would agree “to sit with the devil.”

'Organs Libel' Journalist in Israel for Dimona Gathering

Swedish 'Organs Libel' journalist Bostrom is greeted with jeers; Dimona Conference loses funding for allowing him to speak.