Tishrei 5, 5778, 9/25/2017
 Kenyan MPs in Knesset: We must join hands to fight terrorism'MPs from Kenya visited the Knesset and discussed the need for countries to cooperate to fight terrorism. Chabad rabbis encounter crime and spirituality in AfricaRabbi Shmuel Notik had an eye opening experience when he was intercepted by six men armed with knives in Nairobi. Chabad opening its first center in East AfricaThe Chabad-Lubavitch of Kenya will open in Nairobi as of the High Holidays this year. Report: Assassination attempt on Netanyahu thwartedKuwaiti paper reports attack on Prime Minister's convoy in Kenya thwarted by local authorities. PM's office denies claim. Netanyahu Meets with Kenyan Christian Supporters of IsraelPM takes time out of busy Africa schedule to meet with Christian supporters of Israel, touts new friendships forming between nations. Watch: PM Netanyahu speaks in KenyaAs part of Africa tour, Netanyahu meets with Kenya's leadership, emphasizes need to cooperate in fighting terrorism. Watch KTN Ne Netanyahu makes historic visit to AfricaMarking 40 years since the Entebbe raid in which his brother Yoni was killed, Netanyahu visits Africa. 'ICC pursues partisan interests, not justice'Senior Kenyan official says International Criminal Court has no legitimacy, protects terrorists 'in the name of civil liberties.' Primate prankster: Monkey causes nationwide blackout in KenyaAn entire African nation loses all power for hours on end - culprit turns out to be a mischievous monkey, who appeared remorseless. Outcry after Egyptian official calls Africans 'dogs and slaves'Kenyan diplomat demands apology from Cairo after Arab diplomat's racist remarks at UN environment conference.PLO blasts Kenyan president's visit to 'occupied territory'PLO condemns Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta for visiting eastern Jerusalem and the Jordan Valley, which it considers "illegal settlements".Watch: Netanyahu welcomes Israel's 'leading' African allyKenyan President makes state visit and signs cooperation treaties, as two countries vow to fight 'militant Islamic terror' together. Obama in Kenya: Praises Potential, Criticizes Gay Rights RecordUS President Obama offers both praise and criticism to his Kenyan counterpart. Obama to be Greeted by Nude Anti-Gay Protest in KenyaBizarre demo to 'educate' Obama on differences between men and women, claiming president trying to spread homosexuality. Obama Offered 50 Cows for His Daughter's Hand in MarriageWill he accept? Kenyan lawyer offers Obama 50 cows, 70 sheep and 30 goats to marry his 16-year-old daughter Malia. 143 Killed in Kenya Terror AttackMore than 500 students reportedly rescued after Somali Islamist terror attack at university; Christians reportedly singled out for murder. Somali Terrorists Separate Muslims Before SlaughteringAl-Shabaab terrorists murder 28 in attack on bus in Kenya, pick out victims based on ability to read from the Koran. Two Iranians Sentenced For Using Fake Israeli PassportsTwo Iranians sentenced with jail time or fine for traveling with fake Israeli passports, but mystery remains over their true plans.Iranians with Fake Israeli Passports Claim to be Seeking AsylumTwo Iranians arrested in Kenya say they will be killed if sent back to Iran - but why were they flying to Tel Aviv?Iranians Caught in Kenya with Fake Israeli PassportsTerror attack or just criminal? Mystery deepens after Iranians attempt to board flight to Tel Aviv with stolen passports. Israel Condemns Kenya Terror AttackForeign Ministry statement denounces 'brutal and unwarranted violence' in which terrorists shout 'Allahu Akbar' and kill 58 Christians. Kenyan Runner Wins Jerusalem MarathonRoland Kimeli Kurgat beats previous record by 19 seconds. Mayor Nir Barkat praises large turnout. African Leaders Try to Negotiate Peace in South SudanFlaring violence since December 15 in struggle between President Salva Kiir and former deputy Riek Machar. Over 1,000 thought to be dead. New Report Reveals Kenya Attackers Likely Escaped Westgate MallNYPD report reveals how poorly-coordinated response to attack on Nairobi mall in September probably allowed attackers to escape. Kenya Charges 4 in Connection with Nairobi AttackFour Somalis charged with "supporting a terrorist group" in connection with the Westgate mall massacre. Kenya Bombs Somali Al-Qaeda CampKenyan warplanes bomb al-Shabab terrorist training camp in Somalia; operation in retaliation to Nairobi Mall attack.Israel Warned Kenya Before Nairobi AttackKenya received information warning of an impending attack before terrorists stormed the Westgate mall, according to security sources. Interpol Issues Arrest Warrant for 'White Widow'Samantha Lewthwaite, the British widow of London 7/7 bomber is suspected of involvement in Kenya terror. U.S.: No Verification Americans Were Involved in Kenya AttackThe United States has not confirmed that any Americans were involved in the Kenyan mall attack, says Attorney General.Foreigners Are 'Legitimate Target', Say Somali TerroristsMembers of Al-Shabaab confirm they separated Muslims from non-Muslims in Kenya mall terror attack. Kenya: Israel Helping Investigate Mall AttackKenyan minister says that Israel is one of the countries assisting in a forensic investigation of the terror attack on the Westgate mall.Kenyan President says Westgate Siege is OverFollowing a final gun battle with terrorists, three days of mourning have been called to mark one of Kenya's darkest chapters.Israeli Military Support in Nairobi Highlights Longstanding TiesAs reports emerge of Israeli security advisers aiding their Kenyan counterparts in bloody mall siege, why are Israeli-Kenyan ties so strong?Kenya: Mall Siege Continues as Fresh Gunfire EruptsOver 60 people remain unaccounted for at the Westgate Mall in Nairobi. Kenya: Four Year Old Boy Confronts Terrorists, and Escapes Alive"Islam is not a bad religion," gunmen tell wounded victim, before allowing children to escape with candy bars.India: Nairobi Attack Brings Back Bitter MemoriesSurvivors of 2008 Mumbai attacks say assault by Al Shabaab terrorists on Kenyan mall reminds them of their own experiences. Kenya's Foreign Minister Blames Al-Qaeda for Terror AttackAl-Shabaab was not acting alone in the attack in Nairobi, Kenya's Foreign Minister says in an interview.Kenyan Troops Take Control of Attacked MallKenyan troops are "in control" of the Nairobi mall that was attacked by Al-Shabaab, says interior ministry. Explosions in 'Final Assault' on Kenya MallKenyan troops are carrying out a major assault against al Shabaab terrorists inside Westgate mall.Al-Shabaab Claims Americans Are Among Kenya TerroristsSomali-based terror group tweeted the names of Americans it claimed took part in the attack on a mall in Nairobi.Video Shows Dramatic Moments of Kenya AttackMobile phone video footage shows the moment that terrorists began executing shoppers in the Westgate Mall in Nairobi.Kenya: Most Hostages Rescued from Shopping MallMost of the hostages being held by terrorists in a shopping mall in Nairobi have been rescued. At least 68 are confirmed dead.Report: Israeli Forces Join Efforts to End Kenya SiegeGunmen, hostages, still reportedly holed up in shopping mall amid continuing reports that non-Muslims were deliberately singled out.Israeli Man Describes Horror of Kenya MassacreIsraeli man Yariv Keidar narrowly escaped with his life as several around him were gunned down. Somali Terrorists Claim Responsibility for Kenya AttackSomali Al-Shabaab claims responsibility for attack in Nairobi, says attack is retaliation for Kenya’s military intervention in Somalia. Kenya Iranian Terror Plotters Get Life in PrisonA Kenyan court on Monday sentenced two Iranians to life in prison on terror-related charges, after they planned to attack Israeli businessesKenya Finds Iranians Guilty of Plotting Attacks Against IsraelisTwo Iranians were found guilty by a Kenyan court Thursday for possessing explosives allegedly for use in bomb attacks. Video & Photos: 20,000 Race in 2013 Int’l Jerusalem MarathonJerusalem-blue skies graced the filmed run of more than 20,000 racers from 52 countries in the Jerusalem Winner Int'l Marathon Friday. Obama's Half Brother to Run for Public OfficePresident Obama’s half brother, Malik, announced that he will be running for governorship of Siaya, a county in western Kenya. 1 Dead, 11 Wounded in Al Qaeda-linked Bombing in KenyaAt least one dead and 11 wounded Sunday in a grenade attack on a church in Kenya by a terrorist group linked to Al Qaeda. Kenya Police: Iranians Shipped 100kg of ExplosivesTwo Iranians have been accused of planning attacks on Israeli and American targets in country. Kenya Arrests Iranian Terrorists who Targeted IsraelisTwo Iranian terrorists who were arrested in Kenya were planning to attack Israeli, American, British and Saudi targets in the country. Kenyan Court Issues Arrest for Omar Al-Bashir; Sudan Cuts TiesA Kenyan Court's Issuance of an arrest warrant against Sudanese President Omar Al-Bashir has led to a rupture in relations.Ethiopia Joins Fight Against Al Shabab Terrorists in SomaliaEthiopian troops entered neighboring Somalia Sunday to help in the fight against radical Islamist terrorists from the al-Shabab group. Kenya Asks Israel: Help Us Fight Al QaedaKenya’s prime minister, visiting Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Peres, asks Israel to help him get rid of Al Qaeda terrorists.Islamists Reject Western Aid For Starving SomaliansIn Somalia, drought disaster created famine conditions endangering millions, but Islamists deny it and won't let aid through. Israel Partnering in Africa Against TerrorIsrael is increasing its partnership in Africa, united with factions which are battling fundamentalist Islam. |
