Renee Ghert-Zand
Michel Cojot with his sons Olivier and Stephane. Photos: From 'To Kill A Nazi,' courtesy of the Cojot family
July 2, 2026, 1:16 pm
Entebbe raid’s unsung hero gets limelight
In a new documentary, filmmaker Boaz Dvir makes the case that the rescue operation would not have been possible without key role played by French-Jewish hostage Michel Cojot.
By Renee Ghert-Zand
The scene of a terror attack in Ra'anana, and Ra’anana resident Edna Bluestein, 79 (inset) who was killed in the attack, on January 15, 2024. (Times of Israel: Magen David Adom/Screenshot: Courtesy, used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law)
January 16, 2024, 9:27 am
Woman killed, 17 wounded in car-ramming, stabbing spree by 2 terrorists in Ra’anana
Children, teens among injured; cars seized from owners during attack; police arrest the suspects — Palestinian relatives from Hebron area who were working illegally in the city.
By Emanuel Fabian, Renee Ghert-Zand and TOI STAFF
Israelis held hostage since October 7 are transferred by Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists to the Red Cross in Rafah, in the southern Gaza Strip, on November 28, 2023. (The Times of Israel: Photo by AFP)
December 6, 2023, 10:12 am
Health Ministry says Hamas drugged released hostages to make them appear happy
Knesset committee urges ministry to send international health organisations an official report with evidence of the drugging and other disturbing post-release medical findings.
By Renee Ghert-Zand
Illustrative: A newborn baby in an Israeli hospital. Photo: Chen Leopold/Flash90
November 13, 2023, 3:32 pm
Shepherding life into the world following catastrophe
Beersheba-based midwives and doctors talk of helping women give birth following Hamas’s murderous invasion on October 7 — regardless of race, nationality and religion.
By Renee Ghert-Zand
18-year-old Shahad from Gaza. Photo: Courtesy of Save a Child's Heart
September 28, 2023, 3:28 pm
In Israeli first, Gazan girl receives new kind of pacemaker
Teams of doctors from Save A Child’s Heart at Wolfson Medical Centre implant cardiac device through 18-year-old patient’s neck
By Renee Ghert-Zand
The Israeli team at Ben Gurion Airport on September 7, 2023 as they prepare to depart for the Invictus Games in Dusseldorf, Germany. Photo: IDF Disabled Veterans Organisation
September 11, 2023, 12:34 pm
Israel sends team of 20 to Invictus Games
Injured IDF veterans with no prior international competition experience say they are proud to represent the country in swimming, cycling, table tennis, archery, and indoor rowing.
By Renee Ghert-Zand
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks from Sheba Medical Center in Ramat Gan, where he is hospitalized, and says he feels 'very good,' July 15. 2023. Photo: Screenshot Channel 12
July 17, 2023, 12:05 pm
Questions swirl about PM’s health
Netanyahu underwent “a series of comprehensive and routine examinations” including a heart exam, “all of which came out completely normal". The offficial medical diagnosis was dehydration.
By Renee Ghert-Zand
International fashion model Ellie Goldstein. Photo: supplied/Times of Israel
July 14, 2023, 2:24 pm
Model shows a global face for inclusivity
Recently seen on the cover of British Vogue and an inspiration for a new Barbie doll, at only 155cm and born with a disability, Ellie Goldstein is not your average supermodel, writes Renee Ghert-Zand.
By Renee Ghert-Zand
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