Israeli news today

Here are some of the top news stories from Israel today:

Politics

• The Israeli government has approved a plan to build 3,000 new homes in the West Bank, despite international criticism. The move is seen as a blow to the peace process and a challenge to the international community. (Source: Haaretz)
• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that he will not be attending the upcoming Arab League summit in Jordan, citing the league's "anti-Israeli" stance. (Source: Jerusalem Post)

Security

• The Israeli military has launched a series of airstrikes against Hamas targets in the Gaza Strip, in response to rocket fire from the territory. (Source: Times of Israel)
• The Israeli Defense Ministry has announced that it will be deploying additional troops to the West Bank, in response to a surge in Palestinian violence. (Source: Ynet News)

Economy

• The Israeli economy has grown by 3.5% in the first quarter of the year, according to official figures. (Source: Globes)
• The Israeli government has announced plans to invest in a new high-tech park in the city of Haifa, in an effort to boost the country's economy. (Source: Haaretz)

Society

• A new survey has found that 70% of Israeli Jews believe that the country's Arab citizens are not loyal to the state. (Source: Haaretz)
• The Israeli government has announced plans to increase funding for programs aimed at promoting coexistence between Jews and Arabs in the country. (Source: Jerusalem Post)

International

• The United States has announced that it will be withholding $25 million in aid to the Palestinian Authority, citing the PA's failure to take action against terrorism. (Source: Times of Israel)
• The European Union has announced that it will be increasing its aid to the Palestinian Authority, despite concerns over the PA's financial mismanagement. (Source: Haaretz)

These are just a few of the top news stories from Israel today.