Haim Bibas

Over 70 mayors, council leaders file petition against haredi draft exemption law

"Studying Torah is an important value in the Jewish people, but no less important than that is the value of preserving and defending the land," the petition explained.

 Haredi men are seen protesting the effort to draft ultra-Orthodox Israelis into the IDF.
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Israel, Paybox launch Jerusalem's first municipal wallet in push to digitalize taxes, payments

Haim Bibas, head of the Federation of Local Authorities in Israel and mayor of Modi’in Maccabaim Re’ut.

Local government, national impact: Haim Bibas on shaping Israel’s future

Haim Bibas, Chairman, Federation of Local Authorities in Israel

Israel's local authorities the backbone of stability, Haim Bibas tells 'Post' Conference


Smart cities: A top strategic interest for the State of Israel

From AI-powered municipal systems to real-time data management, Israel’s local governments are redefining how cities serve residents in routine times and emergencies alike.

Haim Bibas, Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities in Israel  and Mayor of Modi'in Maccabim Reut

Haim Bibas at Maariv Conference: “Give local authorities the authority to manage emergencies”

Haim Bibas called for expanding the authority of local governments during emergencies, establishing an immediate assistance fund, and prioritizing the North and South.

Haim Bibas, Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities in Israel

Mifal HaPais allocates NIS 20m in emergency aid to local authorities amid Iran war

The funding package is intended to help municipalities maintain welfare, evacuation, disability support, and emotional assistance services during Operation Roaring Lion.

Itzik Larry, the chairman of Mifal HaPais.

A historic turning point - and the leadership of Israel's Local Authorities

Responsible, stable, and professional local leadership stands at the forefront, guiding Israel through some of the most complex challenges it has ever faced.

Haim Bibas,  Chairman, Federation of Local Authorities in Israel  and Mayor of Modi’in Maccabim Reut

Haim Bibas: The local authorities leader steering Israel through crisis

How Israel’s municipalities mobilized to protect and support citizens during the war, and why their future role will be central to Israel’s recovery, innovation, and long-term security

Haim Bibas in Bat Yam examining destruction caused by Iranian missile

No. 46: Amir Avivi and Haim Bibas: Defending Israel’s security and representing its people

Both Avivi and Bibas are vital voices for Israel’s security and its diverse population, ensuring that the country has representation on all fronts.

(L-R): Haim Bibas, Amir Avivi

Nearly 5,000 Israelis evacuated due to Iranian missile damage, Bibas says

Bibas added that some 4,948 people needed housing assistance, and argued that those who chose to rent rather than stay in a hotel should receive three months’ rent in advance.

 Israeli security and rescue forces at the scene where a ballistic missile fired from Iran hit and caused damage in Bnei Brak, June 16, 2025

Grapevine: Bar mitzvahs in Israel

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities in Israel and Mayor of Modi'in Maccabim Reut Haim Bibas.

In Israel and across the world, Jews are feeling hope – and getting ready for heartbreak

The impending hostage release sparks hope, mourning, and questions about Gaza captives.

 Eli Bibas holds pictures of his grandsons, who remain hostages in Gaza, during a pre-Passover rally in Tel Aviv.

Israeli gov’t campaign in North America highlights baby hostage Kfir Bibas

The campaign's message, "Are your children coming home for Christmas?" is aimed at highlighting the distressing situation of 11-month-old Kfir Bibas.

 Billboard in New York's Times Square showing 11-month-old Kfir Bibas as part of a new Israeli gov't campaign to raise awareness of the hostages still held by Hamas