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Azerbaijani, Bahraini, and Israeli ambassadors host joint Ramadan event

The ambassadors hosted US officials, diplomats, members of the media, and civil society leaders for a traditional break-fast meal.

Movie set shooting: Two new special prosecutors appointed in Alec Baldwin case

The previous special prosecutor resigned after Baldwin’s legal team said her participation was unconstitutional.

Lapid blasts Netanyahu: The biggest con man in Israel's history

Opposition leader criticizes PM's conduct in crisis with US: For two months now, Israel has not been the closest ally of the United States.

National Security Advisor: There's a rather unusual US involvement in Israel's affairs

Tzachi Hanegbi comments on Israel-US tensions, says other friends of Israel in the world have also expressed concerns.

Deri's compromise would keep Gallant as Defense Minister

Gallant expected to apologize for timing of speech calling for legislation to be stopped and remain in the position of Minister of Defense.

Pope Francis hospitalized due to respiratory infection

Vatican says 86-year-old pontiff will need to spend "a few days" in hospital for treatment.

Spotify removes hateful content that incites violence against Jews

Streaming platform agrees to remove hateful content targeting Jews and Israelis after campaign by pro-Israel org.

Nikki Haley: Outrageous for Biden to lecture Israel on its domestic policy

Former US Ambassador to the UN and 2024 Presidential hopeful condemns administration for involvement in judicial reform issue.

What will Ben-Gvir's National Guard look like?

Cabinet set to approve formation of a National Guard under the authority of the National Security Minister on Sunday.

Jewish leaders slam NY state ad on truck accusing Jews of spreading polio

Jewish community appalled after state sends truck with message 'Polio is Spreading in Israel. Get Immunized Now' around Long Island.

White House: Israel is an independent nation that makes its own decisions

National Security Council spokesman John Kirby says President Biden and Prime Minister Netanyahu have been friends for decades

Commendation for David Stern who shot terrorist: "You are a hero of Israel"

Yossi Dagan presented certificate of appreciation to Itamar resident who saved his wife when a terrorist shot at them in Huwara.

Rashida Tlaib blasted for false claim of IDF soldiers attacking Arab teens

Squad member faces onslaught of criticism after alleging video of Palestinian Arabs fighting was IDF targeting Arab teenagers.

70 ambassadors attend Israeli Passover Seder at the UN

Amb. Erdan: The Jewish people’s bond to the land was born with God’s promise to Abraham, it was the Exodus that made this promise a reality.

Roger Waters threatens to sue Frankfurt for cancelling his concert

Ex-Pink Floyd bassist warns Frankfurt that he is taking legal action due to city banning his performance over accusations of antisemitism.

Poison gas: Details of foiled terror attack on Jews in Athens revealed

Iranian mastermind behind planned attack on Jewish, Israeli targets in Greece promised the terrorists 16,000 euros per Israeli victim.

Ted Cruz: Biden high from funding anti-government protests in Israel

Texas Republican Senator accuses President of 'shunning close American allies like Netanyahu' while 'gleefully hosting anti-US radicals.'

Men who shot at Stamford Hill Jews with pellet gun released with their weapon

London police let alleged shooters go free after five incidents where Jewish Londoners shot at from car with gel pellets.

Israel Diamond Exchange Bestows Prestigious Award to Emirati Business Leader

Ahmed Bin Sulayem awarded in recognition of his efforts in furthering relationship between UAE and Israeli business communities,

Netanyahu: US-Israel alliance 'unshakeable'

Israeli PM addresses the US State Department Summit for Democracy 2023, assures world leaders on judicial reform controversy.

Historic Montreal synagogue targeted with swastika graffiti

Antisemitic vandalism of century-old synagogue shocks community, with Jewish leaders calling for city to take action.

Netanyahu considering retracting dismissal of Defense Minister Gallant

PM continues to search for replacements for Minister Gallant, but is considering keeping him in his position if he resigns from the Knesset.

American Yeshiva students compete in robot battle

Tournament sees students of all ages from Jewish schools across US testing robots they built in skills competitions and battles.

Avi Dichter not seeking Defense Ministry

Sources close to Agriculture Minister say he is seeking to rescind the firing of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant rather than take his place,

Lyon, France approves funding for Holocaust memorial

Holocaust monument will open in 2025 to coincide with 80th anniversary of liberation of Auschwitz.

Hebrew University: Childhood onset schizophrenia study finds potential genetic cause

Findings may improve diagnostic ability and open doors to new treatments.

Israel moves closer to joining US visa waiver program

Netanyahu hails completion of legislative requirements for America's visa waiver program.

Judicial reform talks continue, but Israelis pessimistic

Just 41% of Israelis believe the talks are likely to yield a compromise on judicial overhaul, as president hosts second day of consultations

Brooklyn man charged with robbing matzah bakery

43-year-old suspect accused of breaking into offices of Satmar matzah bakery in Williamsburg, stealing $97,000.

Oldest ever copper fishing hook discovered in Ashkelon

Shark hunting? Huge copper fishhook unearthed in coastal city of Ashkelon.

Following Biden's criticism, Ben-Gvir says Israel 'isn't one of the stars on the US flag'

'The world needs to understand that the people here voted.' National Security Minister responds to Biden's criticism of Israeli government.

Pence: I have nothing to hide

Former US Vice President responds to judge's ruling that he must testify in probe of Trump’s actions on Jan. 6.

Police: Nashville shooter hid multiple weapons at home

Police say 28-year-old who shot six dead at Nashville school concealed multiple weapons in family home.

Biden slams Russia's plan to deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus

Biden says Putin's plan is "dangerous" talk.

Chief of Staff visits scene of Huwara shooting attack

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi meets senior commanders in Arab village in which three recent terrorist attacks took place.

DeSantis to visit Israel, speak in Jerusalem

Florida Governor, a likely Republican presidential contender, will speak at a conference in Jerusalem on April 27.

Israeli co-inventor of mp3, PDF and zip formats dies at 91

Pioneering computer scientist Jacob Ziv's research paved the way for many of today's popular computer technologies.

Federal judge orders Pence to testify in special counsel Trump probe

Ex-VP ordered to comply with subpoena to testify before special counsel looking into Trump's attempt to overturn 2020 election results.

Yesh Atid calls for creation of Israeli constitution

Party of opposition leader Yair Lapid says it called for significant reform during negotiations at President's Residence.

New Jersey high school again targeted with swastika

Hate symbol found at Glen Rock school part of a string of recent hate incidents occurring at NJ schools.