Sexual harassment

Over 2,400 sexual assault complaints filed in IDF in 2025, military reports

Data revealed that more than 700 complaints filed ended in nothing more than a disciplinary hearing, while 42 indictments were filed against offenders, and 21 others faced disciplinary trials.

An Israeli female soldier is seen in an army deployment area near Israel-Gaza border.
IDF troops near the West Bank city of Ramallah, on February 27, 2026.

IDF colonel suspended due to sexual harassment investigation

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Beersheba man gets five years for sexual offenses against minors, threatening girls on WhatsApp

 Maccabi Tel Aviv's new head coach Ronny Deila.

Maccabi Tel Aviv coach Ronny Deila reveals he is suspect in taxi driver sexual harassment case


Beyond October 7: Tackling everyday sexual violence in Israeli society – opinion

Israel must combat sexual violence in all forms, from October 7’s atrocities to daily, hidden assaults.

 THE WRITER appears before the Knesset Committee on the Status of Women and Gender Equality to present an annual report of the Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel.

'Systemic, ongoing failure': Over 80% of sex offense cases in Israel closed

Police and crisis centers show differing patterns in sex offense complaints, highlighting reporting gaps in Israel.

 DEMONSTRATORS MARCH through downtown Jerusalem in the city’s fourth annual SlutWalk to protest rape culture, in June 2022.

Israel must abolish the time limit for reporting sexual assault - comment

The Broad Perspective: Ending the statute of limitations for sexual offenses, especially against minors, is an essential reform that Israel must adopt.

 DEMONSTRATORS MARCH through downtown Jerusalem in the city’s fourth annual SlutWalk to protest rape culture, in June 2022.

Sexual harassment rampant: Israel Police publish offenses committed by officers in 2024

Cases involved sexual harassment by police officers against female officers and volunteers, abuse of office, false reporting, and illegal use of force against citizens.

(L-R): National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir; Israel Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai (illustrative)

Head of Hostage and Missing Families Forum resigns after sexual harassment allegations

"Three months ago, I informed the members of the general assembly of my desire to step down as CEO of the headquarters, which has taken a heavy personal and family toll," Moatti said.

Protestors and hostage families hold posters of hostages held in Gaza calling for their release in Yakka Square outside the Knesset building in Jerusalem on June 26, 2024.

Gazan patient allegedly sexually harasses female intern at Israeli hospital

The intern claimed that the Palestinian resident stroked her hair and face while she tried to treat him.

 Empty hospital beds, illustrative. Uploaded on 28/5/2024

Sexual violence in Israeli jails: 38% of female guards assaulted by security prisoners

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman said such orders were in stark contrast with the female soldiers' protection report published in November 2022. 

 GILBOA PRISON, in northern Israel near the West Bank.

Law student sues man, who sent him unsolicited explicit photos on Grindr, and wins

Most sexual harassment lawsuits end in a plea agreement and settlement, but Shaham had had enough and wanted to pursue a full judgment.

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New Tinder feature raises red flag: 'Profit above women and girls’ safety'

The new feature will cost users nearly £5,000 annually, with some claiming that it will only attract "super wealthy or pathological stalker types."

 The dating app Tinder is shown on a mobile phone in this picture illustration taken September 1, 2020. Picture taken September 1, 2020.

Spanish soccer chief's mother goes on hunger strike after son kissed player

Angeles Bejar said her strike would last "until a solution is found to the inhumane and bloody hunt they are carrying out against my son with something he does not deserve."

  FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Group E - Japan v Spain - Khalifa International Stadium, Doha, Qatar - December 1, 2022 President of the Royal Spanish Football Federation Luis Rubiales in the stands before the match.