Israel Hayom
Israel Hayom is the most widely read daily newspaper in Israel, known for its right-of-center editorial stance and its role as a major platform for security-first and Zionist perspectives.
Founded in 2007, Israel Hayom was established to provide a balanced alternative to the Israeli media landscape. It quickly rose to become the most-read newspaper in the country, distributed primarily as a free daily. The publication is noted for its strong emphasis on national security, Jewish sovereignty, and a sympathetic view of the settlement movement in Judea and Samaria. Its editorial voice frequently aligns with right-of-center political thought, prioritizing Israeli resilience and skepticism toward adversarial regional actors like Iran and its proxies. In mid-2026, Israel Hayom has been at the forefront of reporting on the shifting dynamics between Israel, the United States, and Iran. The paper has provided critical and exclusive coverage of the emerging 'Islamabad Agreement' and the potential nuclear deal between the Trump administration and Tehran. Notably, the outlet broke details from a senior White House official regarding the 85% probability of a deal and the specific terms involving the destruction of enriched uranium. Beyond geopolitics, the paper remains a key player in Israeli political analysis, with senior columnists like Ariel Kahana providing influential commentary on the intersection of diplomacy and defense. Recent reporting has also highlighted the paper's role in conveying Israeli security concerns, such as the defense establishment's need for a new strategy to counter Iranian exploitation of diplomatic frameworks.