Dozens of rockets fired from Lebanon
A barrage of about 30 rockets fired from Lebanon towards the area of Mount Hermon and Har Dov. Some of the rockets were intercepted. There are no reports of injuries.
Blinken:
'Saudi-Israel normalization before Gaza ceasefire is possible'
Secretary of State says it could be possible to roll out a framework for the normalization of relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia along with a two-state solution proposal before a Gaza ceasefire is in place.
Condition of Ramla stabbing attack victim improves
Assaf Harofeh Hospital says 18-year-old who was stabbed in Ramla has stabilized and she is now listed in moderate condition.
After backlash
Columbia student apologizes for anti-Israel comments
Columbia University student apologizes for saying on video that "Zionists don’t deserve to live".
Israel to Egypt:
'One last chance for hostage deal before Rafah invasion'
Axios reports that Israeli officials told their Egyptian counterparts that Israel is ready to give hostage negotiations "one last chance" to reach a deal with Hamas, but if there isn't progress soon it will move forward with a ground invasion of Rafah.
'Due to lack of evidence'
UN closes probe against some UNRWA staff
UN spokesperson says investigators examining Israeli accusations that 12 UNRWA staff took part in the October 7 Hamas attacks have closed one case and suspended three more.
US Defense Secretary:
'Iran should learn – their systems do not work as advertised'
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin comments on Iran's missile and drone attack on Israel: They should be questioning the effectiveness of their weapons systems.
At Columbia University:
Squad members visit anti-Israel encampment
Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Jamaal Bowman visit pro-Palestinian Arab encampments at Columbia University, a day after Ilhan Omar did so.
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Urgent Appeal for Life-Saving Equipment for Brave IDF Soldiers
As the war intensifies in the northern region and amidst fierce battles raging in Gaza, Judea, and Samaria, we are inundated with urgent pleas for assistance from our soldiers. These courageous soldiers are facing relentless attacks from terrorists and adversaries who show no mercy.
In the Headlines
Chilling footage published by terrorists from Tulkarm
Stabbing attack in Ramla:
18-year-old girl seriously wounded, terrorist neutralized
MDA medics treated the victim and rushed her to hospital care. Police forces are searching for any possible accomplices.
Efrat:
'Supporting brave mothers who decided to continue pregnancy'
Nir Salomon, Executive Director of Efrat, speaks about providing hope, support, and a path forward for mothers.
Freed hostage recalls:
'The terrorist brought me a ring'
18-year-old Noga Weiss, who was kidnapped to Gaza and freed after 50 days, shares the story of how the Hamas terrorist who held her captive said he wanted to marry her.
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13-Year-Old Raising 7 Siblings Alone
As friends admit they didn’t realize the extent of the children's pain, more details are revealed about a shocking case.
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PA police enter the security zone around Susya
Dozens of armed Palestinian police approaching the Israeli town of Susya met by a locally stationed battalion and civilian security force.
Minister Zohar:
'Cabinet decision is unacceptable'
Culture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar blasts Cabinet decision to allow imprisoned Hamas Nukhba terrorists, who carried out the October 7 massacre, to receive humanitarian visits.
Updates continue from North America
Minister Ben-Gvir injured in car rollover
The Minister of National Security visited the scene of the attack in the city of Ramla and upon leaving there his car overturned. He was evacuated to Assaf Harofeh Hospital with moderate injuries.
'Jewish history began here'
Passover in Hebron in the shadow of war
Arutz Sheva spoke with Dr. Noam Arnon, the spokesman of the Jewish community in Hebron, who says that despite increased security tensions, the city is still a popular destination during the holiday.
Released 9-year-old hostage comes full circle
Ohad Munder watched Hapoel Be'er Sheva's Israel State Cup semi-final victory from the stands. While in captivity, he learned that the team had sent him birthday wishes.
Israeli university heads condemn antisemitism on US campuses
Association of University Heads in Israel says anti-Israel protests create a 'climate where Israeli and Jewish students and faculty members feel compelled to hide their identities or avoid campuses altogether for fear of physical harm.'
Smotrich vs. Gallant:
'Defense Minister is delaying operation in Judea and Samaria'
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich claims that numerous processes to seize land in Judea and Samaria are waiting only for the Defense Minister's signature.
IDF eliminates terrorist who cooperated with Hamas in Lebanon
Truck driver working for IDF killed by anti-tank missile
Sharif Suad, a resident of Ras al-Ein in northern Israel was killed during infrastructure work in the area of Har Dov.
2 Arabs break into Binyamin farm with axe
Security forces searching the area after Arabs armed with an axe break into Jewish farm.
Exchange of fire in the north:
Anti-tank missiles fired from Lebanon, IDF returns fire
Two anti-tank missile launches identified crossing from Lebanon into the area of Har Dov in northern Israel. IDF fighter jets strike Hezbollah terrorist targets in southern Lebanon.
'Israel will pay a heavy price' in new hostage deal proposal
Israeli negotiating team presents to Cabinet proposal in which Hamas would release 20 hostages and in exchange, Israel would permit residents to return to northern Gaza and other concessions.
Smotrich: No exchanging hostages for ceasefire
The head of intelligence suggested including no entry to Rafah and promoting steps towards a Palestinian state in exchange for the release of the captives. Minister Smotrich rejected the idea as a dangerous proposal.
Now is the time for choosing
The Perversion of Passover by Jewish Antisemites
If those “As a Jew”s were in ancient Egypt, undoubtably they would have been the loud justifiers of the Pharaoh’s persecution of the Jews. Op Ed.
Mortality in Gaza: lies and statistics
Media and politicians have consistently (and knowingly?) misled people about the number of deaths in Gaza but a series of articles in various publications have questioned their veracity., so that the tide is turning. It's about time. Op-ed.
America, deport the Hamas occupiers of the Ivy League
Start deporting the campus terrorists and suddenly the occupations will go away. There’s no room for enemy agents in America. The terrorists it harbors will eventually turn on it. Op-ed.
When praying at a Jewish holy site is a crime
The Biden administration’s awful silence sends a message to the Palestinian Authority that it can violently mistreat Jewish worshippers, with no consequences. Opinion.
Should you bear?
The right to bear arms wasn’t meant to hunt a bear or bear injustice or cruelty. It was meant to make sure that nobody can mess with your right to live free on your own land, raise your family on a safe ground and worship the Almighty like your forefathers did for hundreds of generations. Op-ed.
Song marks one year since murder of Lucy, Maia and Rina Dee
Birkat Kohanim at Western Wall
Changes to traffic arrangements and increased light rail lines
Thousands are due to participate in the traditional Birkat Kohanim prayer tomorrow at the Western Wall. Expected changes to traffic arrangements in Jerusalem.
Prayer for return of hostages:
Prayer for return of hostages included in Western Wall prayers
A prayer for the return of the hostages will be included in the traditional Birkat Kohanim prayers to be held tomorrow at the Western Wall.
France:
Man arrested for kidnap and rape of Jewish woman
Nanterre police arrested a man on suspicion of kidnapping, rape and threatening to murder a Jewish woman in Paris suburb.
'Revenge on Palestine'
Jewish woman kidnapped and raped in Paris suburb
Man arrested for kidnap and rape of Jewish woman in Gennevilliers, Paris, in an antisemitic attack.
'You were just doing your job'
Israeli-born Columbia professor calls out university COO
Israeli-born Professor Shai Davidai wrote an open letter to Columbia University COO Cas Holloway after he blocked him from entering the campus.
Remembering Rabbi Joseph Ber Solovietchik. For his yahrzeit
O Dry Bones, Can you hear the Word of G-d?
The historical and psychological meaning of Ezekiel's vision.
From Ma Nishtana to Ma Nishtanu - We are different!
In what way are the Jews different than Hamas? It seems that many university students and world leaders cannot answer that simple question.
"Speak to the Children of Israel and let them move on!"
What is God telling them to do? If they jump into the Re(e)d Sea, they will most likely drown. And if they don't?
Passover and Hamas college takeovers
We are powerful. We are G-d’s children. We can help ourselves. He does not want us to surrender. Remember, we were freed from Egypt.
Counting the days- the freedom of our time
Follow in the ways of Avraham Avinu - make sure that every day of our sefira, is truly ‘ours’ - that we have given it content, by serving Hashem.
“When She Saw It, Her Stomach Dropped”
Standing strong:
Supporting our brave IDF soldiers in times of crisis
As tensions rise in the north and battles rage on in Gaza, Judea, and Samaria, our soldiers find themselves in the line of fire, confronting relentless attacks from merciless adversaries.
Young girl made shocking confession in school
Tamar nods, a mix of hope and embarrassment in her eyes as she looks down at her folded hands.
Help Gila Miriam:
Unusual activity in Israeli home as Pesach approaches
Drastic metamorphosis as a mother who used to lead the house in organizing, now confined to bed.
Emergency campaign for farm heroes
The Hashomer in Judea and Samaria is launching a crowdfunding campaign to purchase 80 satellite phones to protect shepherds on the agricultural farms.
Recent Update:
High Risks of Young Cancer Patient Losing Treatment
A 27-year-old man from central Israel diagnosed several months ago with cancer, received a likely fatal warning.
IDF eliminates terrorist who cooperated with Hamas in Lebanon
Truck driver working for IDF killed by anti-tank missile
Sharif Suad, a resident of Ras al-Ein in northern Israel was killed during infrastructure work in the area of Har Dov.
Exchange of fire in the north:
Anti-tank missiles fired from Lebanon, IDF returns fire
Two anti-tank missile launches identified crossing from Lebanon into the area of Har Dov in northern Israel. IDF fighter jets strike Hezbollah terrorist targets in southern Lebanon.
IDF joins US initiative to expand aid to Gaza
IDF collaborates with Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore (JLOTS) initiative of the US, which will create an enhanced ship to shore distribution system to increase the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza.
After 6 months of war
IDF to examine ways to honor hostages and civilian heroes
The advisory committee will examine the appropriate way to show recognition and appreciation, including the need to change the existing guidelines, in light of the unique cases of October 7th and its aftermath.
IDF Spokesman on hostage video:
'Until Hamas releases hostages, IDF will pursue them everywhere'
Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari reacts to Hamas video of Hersh Goldberg-Polin. 'This is an urgent call for action. We will leave no stone unturned in our efforts to find our hostages.'
Why people with diabetes are more prone to respiratory risk
Nobel Prize winners for physics and medicine announced
Among the winners was a Jewish scientist who helped to develop the COVID-19 vaccines.
For contribution to COVID vax:
Jewish scientist awarded 2023 Nobel Prize in Medicine
Drew Weissman was awarded the prestigious prize together with his partner Katalin Karikó for their discoveries regarding mRNA vaccines.
New shippment of vaccines to counter rising COVID-19 rates
The Health Ministry has ordered 200,000 vaccines to counter the rise in critical COVID-19 hospitalizations.
Vaccines available after Sukkot
Increase in cases of COVID-19 in Israel
Ministry of Health recommends the entire population receive booster vaccines against COVID-19.
CDC recommends:
Updated COVID-19 vaccine for everyone 6 months and older
Head of CDC signs off on recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices regarding updated COVID-19 shots.
Sign at anti-Israel protest calls for 'Final Solution'
Report:
Biden Admin. won't sanction Netzach Yehuda Battalion
US Secretary of State Blinken writes to House Speaker Johnson that in light of Israeli commitment to fix issues in battalion accused of human rights abuses, the battalion will not be sanctioned.
Columbia University:
Anti-Israel protester hit counterprotester in face with rock
NYPD searching for suspects after multiple people carrying Israeli flags assaulted in separate incidents in New York City.
Mitch McConnell:
'Give college presidents chance before sending in National Guard'
Senate Minority Leader distances himself from Republican lawmakers' calls to send in the National Guard in response to antisemitic protests on university campuses.
US campus protests:
At least 33 people detained at Indiana University campus
At least 33 people detained following protest in which demonstrators called for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Sanders to Netanyahu:
'It is not antisemitic to criticize your government'
Vermont Senator criticizes Israel's conduct in Gaza: Do not insult the intelligence of the American people by attempting to distract us from the immoral and illegal war policies of your extremist and racist government.
Undercover officer releases music album
Irish artists call:
'Boycott Eurovision because of Israel's participation'
Hundreds of Irish artists urge Ireland's Eurovision entrant to be on the "right side of history" by boycotting the contest over Israel's participation.
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Jewish artists envelop in prayer
Some of today's leading artists in Jewish music: singers, cantors, and musicians, together with the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra have come together to create this project, to raise spirits during these dark days.
'Still I Wait' - A Song of Hope and Faith
Ricka Razel and Nina Tokayer bring a new single, expressing the feeling of knowing that God is there for us every day.
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Avraham Fried sings melody composed by fallen soldier
The hassidic singer set the song composed by Yossi Hershkowitz, who fell in battle in Gaza. The melody was set to the famous words of the Psalmist, 'Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death.'
Hassidic leader:
'We should be dancing in the street after failed Iranian attack'
The Grand Rabbi of the Nadvorna Hassidic sect called on his followers to give thanks to G-d and finish the Talmud within the coming year.
Report:
How Iran covered up damage from Israeli retaliatory strike
Satellite photos reveal how Iran quickly swapped out an aerial defense radar that was destroyed with a different one.
Iran claims:
'Nuclear weapons have no place in our doctrine'
After Revolutionary Guards commander threatened Israel, its Foreign Ministry insists the country's nuclear program is for peaceful purposes.
Report:
Israel planned and canceled major retaliatory strike on Iran
A missile was destroyed by Israeli forces who fired because another missile had already struck the target, according to NYT report.
