Shelter
IDF: Even after two Iran wars, will take Israel 30 years to provide nationwide shelters
There is currently no plan, even under consideration, to try to achieve full nationwide protection within two to five years, or anything close to that time period.
Bat Melech reports spike in domestic violence hotline calls during wartime
IDF to extend time to reach shelter in 49 northern Israel communities
Beyond the headlines: Finding an anchor in the shelter - opinion
A week into ceasefire, Israelis’ storied resilience is tested by questions about what was gained
Many Israelis are embracing a return to normalcy, but their feelings also include little sense of victory or stability, and a great deal of dread about what’s to come.
What an Israeli bomb shelter can teach about fear, patience, and survival - opinion
Sometimes, even a short stay in a shelter can be educational and inspirational.
When there is nowhere safe to run
Tenufa Bakehila is racing to repair unsafe shelters across Israel as rockets fall.
A moment for ourselves: The balcony becomes a sanctuary of calm and breath
Ahead of Passover, the balcony takes on a new meaning: A personal space where one can pause, breathe, and enjoy the outdoors without losing privacy, with greenery and layered heights creating depth.
Passover in the shadow of war: Celebrating freedom amidst strife - editorial
The Seder this year is the equivalent of a big hug – an embrace that includes family, familiar food eaten only once a year, and the rituals and songs that connect us to the past and to each other.
Instead of playing Roblox in the shelter: Reservist develops AI environment with his son
During a break in fighting, a reserve officer replaced screen time with AI learning with his son and friends, and created Yuvi LAB. The platform lets users build and play applications.
How safe are Israel’s safe rooms? - analysis
Following the tragedies last year in Petah Tikva, the Home Front Command explained that this was an extreme event and that safe rooms cannot withstand direct hits.
An Iranian missile wounded a doctor and baby, now 100 shelters are heading to the Negev
The move by the IDF Home Front Command comes after appeals by local council heads and residents to address the lack of protection in the area.
Live from the mamad: Laughter is the best medicine amid war
Even comedic masters of timing don’t stand a chance if their set is interrupted by air raid sirens.
Israelis rush for tents and mattresses: What’s behind the surge in demand?
Emergency gear purchases rose 20% since the operation began. Israelis are preparing for extended stays in shelters with tents, mattresses, flashlights, and thermal clothing.