Iyar 8, 5778, 4/23/2018
 'We will not allow Iran to threaten us'Transportation Minister Yisrael Katz says Israel must not allow a land corridor between Tehran, Beirut; calls on US to take the reins. North Korea threatens 'merciless strike' on USUS, South Korea hold annual military drill; North Korea responds by threatening 'merciless strike.' This hasn't happened since 1776Solar eclipse transverses entire US mainland, starts journey at a speed of 2485 miles per hour. Connection between Israel and the US 'strong and enduring'US, Israel, hold joint security meeting on Iran, Hezbollah, and Syria. Israeli defense chiefs head to Washington for talks on SyriaMossad chief to lead Israeli security delegation to meet with Trump administration officials over regional threats from Iran, Syria. Iran defies TrumpIran expands budget for those fighting ISIS, warns US not to threaten sovereign Arab countries in the Middle East. CIA director: No imminent threat of war with North KoreaCIA Director Mike Pompeo: North Korea moves towards missiles at 'ever-alarming' rate, but conflict not yet imminent. The winds of war grow strongerAs the US and North Korea continue to threaten each other, China and Russia call for sides to exercise restraint. 'We're ready to attack North Korea'US bombers in Guam are 'ready and waiting' for Trump's order to attack North Korea. 'Put an Iron Dome in South Korea'Retired Marine Corps Lt. Col. North calls on US to pressure Israel into providing missile defense systems to defend against North Korea. US successfully tests unarmed ICBMUnited States tests unarmed intercontinental ballistic missile, says test launch has nothing to do with North Korea. Nikki Haley: No point in talking about North KoreaUS Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley says China 'must decide' if it is willing to act, North Korea threat is 'clear to all.' Japanese PM holds talks with Trump over North KoreaJapanese PM Shinzo Abe speaks with US President Trump, discusses how to handle growing threat. US cancels ban on laptops in flight cabinsTSA says airlines improved security, allows passengers from Muslim-majority countries to bring laptops in their carry-ons. Charlie Gard granted US residency statusUS grants residency status to parents of baby European courts ruled must be allowed to die. US 'will continue to discuss' Syrian ceasefire with IsraelWhite House says it will address Netanyahu's concerns over ceasefire brokered by US and Russia. 'I think there is a shared goal there.' US missile defense may not protect against nukesExperts say US missile defense system is 'not there yet.' Expert: I would not say we are comfortably ahead of the threat. Which Americans support Israel - and which do not?Survey shows major decline in support for Israel among Democrats, Millennials, blacks and Latinos. Will Russia replace the US in fighting North Korea?Russian government is working on a strategy to force North Korea to abandon its nukes; Haley worries Russia may backfill North Korea. Russia plans to sanction the USKremlin Press Secretary says if US continues sanctions, Russia may apply some of its own because 'these things should be mutual.' Russia threatens to shoot down US aircraftMoscow threatens coalition aircraft in Syria after US fighter shoots down Syrian plane. Iran: US gave green light to terror attacksIran blames Saudi Arabia, US, for Tehran terror attacks. WATCH: Joint Congress-Knesset event marks Six Day WarDiplomats, politicians, and community leaders celebrate Jerusalem's liberation in unique ceremony connecting Israel and America. WHO passes on anti-Israel resolution, UK, US oppose itBritain joins US in opposing UN health body’s resolution singling out Israel. Former Mossad chief: We need to punish the AmericansFormer Mossad chief says Trump's actions may endanger Israel, warns against tempting US in the future. Erdogan hoping for new beginning with US?Turkey's president will come to Washington this week to sit down with President Trump. What does he really want from the US? Erdogan: Together, we can turn Raqqa into an ISIS graveyardTurkish President Erdogan says Turkey, US, should back Free Syrian army, clear ISIS capital. US to expel terrorist who lied about her pastConvicted terrorist released in prisoner swap immigrates to US by lying on application forms. Lawmakers from 20 states pledge to mandate Holocaust education26 legislators from 20 states commit to mandate public schools to teach about the Holocaust and other genocides. James Mattis in Riyadh to boost US-Saudi allianceUS Defense Secretary travels to Saudi Arabia to heal ties, solve regional issues. North Korea fails to launch missileNorth Korea attempts to launch missile, intelligence unsure of what type. US successfully performs zero-yield nuclear testUS drops zero-yield nuclear device over Nevada, plans more test flights. US drops 'mother of all bombs' on ISIS in AfghanistanThe US has dropped the most powerful bomb ever used in conventional warfare on ISIS positions in Afghanistan. Syrian refugee attacks leftists during CNN interviewCNN interviewee calls out leftist 'hypocrisy,' says if US really wants to help, they should make Syria a safe place for its citizens. 'If we can solve the Palestinian problem, we'll have stability'Jordan's King Abdullah says Trump wants to make a deal for Israelis and Arabs together, Putin has a major challenge with terrorism. What you need to know about the US strike on SyriaQuestions and answers about how the US air strike on Syria affects Israel and Israelis. 'The US is planning to eliminate Kim Jong-unHigh-level Pentagon source says US finalizing plan to eliminate North Korean dictator. Poll: Most Americans worried about anti-SemitismADL survey finds only 14% of Americans hold anti-Semitic views, most Americans concerned about violence against Jews and Muslims. Where did the town of Kida disappear to?Leftist US official says Israel forgot to put a town on its map. Why does Europe have more Jihadists than America?Why have hundreds of young people traveled from Western Europe to join ISIS, while comparatively few have done the same from the U.S.? Iran to sanction 15 US companies for Israel tiesIran targets US companies for providing Israel with equipment to 'use against the Palestinians.' West accepts Syrian refugees, only pro-Caliphate elements remainNonie Darwish says instead of accepting unvetted Muslim refugees, West must show "tough love" to Muslim world. Muslim Brotherhood: We're not terroristsMuslim Brotherhood activists work to block Trump's efforts to list group as terror organization. 'Anti-Israel activists do not belong in the UN'Israeli, US officials praise anti-Israel UN official's decision to quit position. Thousands of flights delayed, cancelled as US storm approachesAmerica's Eastern seaboard is bracing for what could be worst snowstorm of season. Thousands of flights have been delayed and cancelled. Bomb threat caller: 'Exterminate the Jews'No less than 100 calls received recently in various centers across US, warning of intention to attack 'Everyone needs to fight the de-legitimization of Israel'Opposition MK speaks to Congress, Senate, tells them to support Trump's decision to leave UN Human Rights Council. 'Blind Sheikh' dies in US prison1993 World Trade Center bombing mastermind Omar Abdel-Rahman dies in North Carolina prison. Russia Foreign Minister: We need a 'post-West' world orderRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says he hopes for a 'post-West world order' and pragmatic relations with US, says NATO is outdated. Pew: Jews are best-liked religious group in AmericaPew survey finds Americans have warmer feelings towards Jews than to any other religious group. 'There is no reason we should be more left-wing than the US'Justice Minister Shaked: 'I call on the PM to rid himself of the idea of the Two-State Solution and to present an alternative.' Volunteers race to rescue drowning refugeesAmerican firefighters search for refugees stranded at sea. Netanyahu: Bennett's ultimatum a bluffPM dismisses accusations by Education Minister over request to delay vote on Regulation Bill, says he is focused on meetings in UK and US. Canada welcomes refugees stranded by Trump banCanadian PM, Immigration Minister, reassure refugees they won't be stranded. Netanyahu: Israel has strong relationships with China, IndiaIsraeli PM says relations with China, India, are getting stronger; American magazine includes Israel in list of eight 'great powers.' Thousands protest Trump ban at JFKThousands protest ban on immigrants, refugees, shout 'racists out, refugees in,' 'let them in.' France, Germany, criticize Trump banFrench, German Foreign Ministers slam Trump's new ban on nationals from seven countries entering the US. |
