Negev

15 kilometers of the spirit of heroism: A new bike singletrack in the heights of Pitchat Nitzana

A new bike singletrack in Ramat HaNegev, inaugurated in memory of the late Yiftach Gorny. A 15 km circular route with flowing riding, scenic viewpoints, and stories of regional heroism.

Yiftach Singletrack – Named after Yiftach Gurni.
Graduates celebrate at a commencement ceremony at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, which is fielding a growing number of inquiries from Americans interested in enrolling for college at the university in Beersheva, Israel.

Ben-Gurion University tops list of on-time graduates in Israel, new ranking reveals

Israeli Police found mid-20s man attempting to smuggle weapons in Negev region. January, 18.

Negev police chase ends in death of suspected weapons smuggler, Israeli Police say

Carmey Avdat Winery.

Alone in the desert: The winter experience you didn’t know you needed


Video showing haredi youth desecrating Ben-Gurion's grave prompts outrage, police investigation

“Whether the video is authentic or fake, it attempts to tarnish David Ben-Gurion's memory," the Ben-Gurion Heritage Institute stated,

Black flag in protest of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu placed on the grave of Israel's first prime minister, David Ben-Gurion, March 22, 2020

Israel's heatwave expected to reach record-breaking highs this week, IMS warns

Temperatures are expected to reach up to 49° Celsius in the area surrounding the Sea of Galilee (where the current record temperature is 47°C), and up to 51°C in the Jordan Valley.

A summer heatwave; illustrative.

The vision for developing the Negev is becoming reality despite the challenges

Protection rackets are starting to be addressed - evidenced by the intensified involvement of the Lahav 433 unit in the Negev and legislative amendments that have passed.

Reznik and the institute team on a tour of the unrecognized villages.

Toxic gas leak contained at thermosolar plant in Ramat Negev

A hazardous materials leak at the Ramat Negev thermosolar power station near Ashalim is now under control, following extensive emergency operations.

Israeli firefighters applaud medical staff battling coronavirus outside the Ichilov hospital in Tel Aviv on April 7, 2020.

New research reveals how Byzantine farmers adapted to droughts in the Negev's wine industry

“Our findings show how difficult it was to maintain agriculture in the desert and how vulnerable the system was during periods of prolonged drought," the researchers concluded.

  Kissufim Floor Mosaic from the 6th century CE depicts a camel carrying amphorae resembling Gazan jars found in the Negev Desert.

IDF soldier found dead on base in southern Israel, investigation underway

Before his death, the soldier was being investigated by the IDF. The military clarified that this was not due to an "operational event" related to the war in Gaza, but rather a disciplinary issue.

 IDF soldiers operating throughout the Gaza Strip, July 9, 2025; illustrative.

IDF reduces closed military zone surrounding Gaza Strip

This is the first time that no community in the Gaza border area is under a closed military zone order. 

 An Israeli military convoy manoeuvres near the Israel-Gaza border, as seen from Israel, July 1, 2025.

Almog Cohen rescinds resignation from gov’t as Netanyahu advances Negev airport

Cohen resigned less than 48 hours ago, citing the lack of progress in advancing the establishment of a civilian airport in the Negev.

 MK Almog Cohen reacts at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem during a petition to allow medical treatment for Hamas terrorists, July 1, 2024.

WATCH: Why should Israelis move down to the Negev?

The Jerusalem Post is joined by Roni Flamer, Co-founder and CEO of the Or Movement, which aims to bring people from the center to the periphery. 

The Jerusalem Post is joined by Roni Flamer, Co-founder and CEO of the Or Movement, which aims to bring people from the center to the periphery June 29, 2025

Farming under fire: Feeding Israel in crisis - opinion

Food security is a critical line of defense and the foundation of national resilience.

 WORKING AT Sde Tze’elim in the Negev: It is only during military or political crises that people grasp just how crucial local agriculture is to Israel’s defense, the writer states.