Dead Sea

Next years 'critical' for Israel's earthquake preparedness, Israel Katz warns

After two recent earthquakes, Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered a multi year plan to fortify strategic sites, upgrade warnings, and clarify emergency authority roles.

Israeli security and rescue forces take part in an earthquake drill at Ziv Medical Center, Safed, northern Israel, December 23, 2025; illustrative.
People enjoy a sunny day at the beach in the Dead Sea, on June 6, 2025.

Israel's Dead Sea area trembles as 4.2 magnitude earthquake felt

Oasis Spa Club, Dead Sea.

Real quiet at the Dead Sea: The renovated spa that provides complete disconnection from the world

Large quantities of plastic seen along the Dead Sea coastline.

The Dead Sea’s hidden plastic problem: A record of decades of waste - study


The always alluring Dead Sea

The Dead Sea offers unique photographic opportunities year round.

 Sunrise at the Dead Sea.

Earthquake reported near Dead Sea area, reportedly felt in Jerusalem

A Ynet report stated that the earthquake could also be felt in Jerusalem, Beersheba, Dimona, and Eilat, with the report claiming that the Dead Sea was the epicenter of the area.

 OVERLOOKING THE Dead Sea from the perspective of hills near Kfar Hanokdim.

Tamar Festival turns 24: The popular Dead Sea musical extravaganza returns on Succot

The five-day event kicks off in style with iconic pop-rock singer Shlomo Artzi fronting the gala opener at Masada – the festival’s main venue – with Aviv Gefen and The Friends of Natasha guesting.

 SHLOMO ARTZI is one of the superstars appearing at this year’s Tamar Festival.

IDF officers criticize findings of probe into Be'eri battle on October 7

The investigation into the Be'eri battle reveals systemic failures in IDF preparation and command. Senior officers criticize it as "consciousness engineering" and call for accountability.

An Israeli flag flutters in front of the remains of a building, following a deadly infiltration by Hamas gunmen from the Gaza Strip, in Kibbutz Beeri in southern Israel October 22, 2023

New Dome Expo in Dead Sea set to open with NIS 120 million investment

Dome Expo Dead Sea will host international events, exhibitions, performances, and festivals.


Hiking the Holy Land: Standing pools and small miracles

Discovering desert pools in Israel's Judean Desert, a hiker experiences thrilling descents and refreshing swims, finding wonder and connection to ancient stories.

 A POOL on the Nahal Darja trail in the Judean Desert near the Dead Sea.

Passover 2024: Five hidden gems of Israel to experience on Hol Hamoed

This list unveils five gems, scattered across Israel from north to south, offering unforgettable experiences for you and your family.

 PARK ARIEL SHARON

The Dead Sea at the crossroads of war: Reflecting on Iran’s recent missile strike - opinion

The stories of resilience from the Dead Sea to the diplomatic corridors illuminate the pressing need for a unified approach to both security and sustainability.

 Dead sea missile

2,000-year-old Hasmonean coin discovered by child evacuated on Oct.7

While exploring the area around the hotel that he had been evacuated to along the Dead Sea, Nati Toyikar came across an ancient coin dating back to the Hasmonean period

 2,000 year old Hasmonean coin found by a kibbutz evacuee, February, 2024

Hiking along Nahal Qumran, Masada: Jewish nationalist symbols of Zionism

May we merit complete victory in this war and see a time when no more tears must be shed over fallen soldiers.

 NAHAL QUMRAN near the Dead Sea.