Yanir Yagna

Yanir Yagna is a reporter for Walla.


 Anti-judicial reform protest at Kaplan street in Tel Aviv, July 29, 2023.

Israelis oppose West Bank annexation, prioritize ties with Arab countries, survey reveals

 A man stands near a structure that was demolished by Israeli authorities, at the Bedouin village of Khirbet al-Hamidiyeh, in the northern Jordan Valley, on June 17, 2023

Neglect of Israel's Bedouin communities could lead to catastrophe, activist warns

 An IDF tank amid counterterrorism operations in the Gaza Strip, May 16, 2025.

'A terrible day of bloodshed': Israeli officials mourn deaths of four Armored Corps soldiers


WATCH: Caught in the crossfire, taxi driver saves elderly passenger from Jerusalem terrorists

In the footage, taken from a vehicle's dashboard camera, the driver can be seen escorting a passenger to safety as gunfire whistled overhead.

A taxi driver is seen rescuing his elderly passenger caught in a terror attack in Jerusalem, September 8, 2025

Three-year-old dies after being left alone in Beersheba car

Magen David Adom medics attempted to treat the child at the scene, and transferred him to Soroka Medical Center, but medical staff were forced to declare him dead.

 MDA ambulances

Rachel Edri, Ofakim police awarded 'Yakir Ha’ir' for October 7 heroism

Ofakim honored Rachel Edri, who bravely faced terrorists on October 7, and the city’s police force with the "Yakir Ha’ir" award for their courage and sacrifice during the attacks.

 Rachel Edri attends a ceremony in honor of torch lighters of the Independence Day state ceremony, at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on April 28, 2025.

One dead, two hospitalized in serious condition following extreme heat in Eilat, Beersheba

Yoseftal Medical Center in Eilat reported that the man, around 70 years old, was rushed to the hospital in critical condition but died after attempts to revive him failed.

 Mosh Beach in Eilat

We’ve seen Hamas loot, fire at civilians seeking aid, IDF commander in Gaza says

“There are still terrorists in the area, and in most cases, we have the upper hand. We continue with missions aimed at securing our forces and achieving our military objectives.”

Israeli security forces from the Kfir Brigade during a military raid in the West Bank city of Tulkarem, on March 12, 2025.

'It is his right, duty to express his opinion': Katz defends Zamir in response to PM's son

“As the defense minister appointed by the government to oversee the IDF, it is my responsibility to ensure things are carried out - and so they will be.”

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz attend a meeting of the Knesset plenum earlier this month. Now is not the time to rush headlong into a ceasefire with Hamas, the writer argues.

'Chose the side of Israel': Arad mayor bans performances from artists who signed anti-war petition

"In accordance with the decision of the Arad Municipal Council, the municipality will not allow incitement against IDF soldiers," the mayor stated.

Demonstrators protest, calling for the release of all hostages held in the Gaza Strip, in Tel Aviv, July 26, 2025

The Feuerstein Institute is opening a new rehabilitation center in Beersheba

The Feuerstein Institute is expanding and opening a new rehabilitation center for head injuries and post-trauma in the capital of the Negev.

The Feuerstein Institute

Kibbutz Nir Oz launches first housing project since October 7 massacre

The new development is the first to be built in the kibbutz since the October 7 attacks. It will house residents who have chosen to return despite the kibbutz not yet being fully rehabilitated.

 The destruction caused by Hamas terrorists in Kibbutz Nir Oz, near the Israeli-Gaza border, in southern Israel, October 19, 2023.

Fallen teen hero from Nahal Oz to posthumously receive Civilian Medal of Valor

“We embrace Tomer’s family, the wounded, and the bereaved families, and continue to pray for the return of Omri Miran and all 49 hostages still being held," said Kibbutz Nahal Oz.

 Dikla Arava and Tomer Eliaz Arava