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Renting a home in Israel vs. US: The key differences?

If you’re thinking about making a move or just curious about global features in real estate, you’re in for an interesting comparison.

Dr. Yehiel Leiter

Cabinet approves appointment of Israel's Ambassador to US

Cabinet unanimously approves appointment of Dr. Yechiel Leiter as Israel's Ambassador to US, to replace Ambassador Mike Herzog on January 24, 2025.

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Staggering: The plight of 84 women widowed by the war

The IDF's ongoing operations in Gaza and Lebanon have left dozens of families across Israel in mourning.

Understanding the Role of a Notary Public in Israel

A Guide for American Brokers

Josh Hammer:

'The American people voted to end the madness'

Josh Hammer, senior editor-at-large at Newsweek, says elections are a thorough repudiation of the failed policies of the Biden-Harris administration. People voted to end the madness and restore a semblance of normalcy and sanity.

US Elections:

50 Orthodox Rabbis Endorse Donald Trump

One day after the Harris campaign announced that 33 “Orthodox rabbis” had endorsed her candidacy, more than 50 Orthodox rabbis signed a letter firmly backing President Trump.

Ministry of Defense Spokesperson:

Israel and Germany launch agreement for tank protection system

Historic ceremony in Germany marks the launch of the first Leopard Tank equipped with Israeli TROPHY Active Protection System

The key question

There are many important issues on which the presidential candidates differ in their approach but which is the most important issue of all at to you at the present time?. Which candidate deals with it best? Opinion.

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Sophia Khalifa: My life in Israel as an Arab Muslim

Sophia Khalifa speaks about her life in Israel as an Arab Muslim, stresses, 'Israel gave me everything; I'm the product of peace between Jews and Arabs.'

The complete Hezbollah battle plan to conquer Israel

Revealed for the first time, this was the Hezbollah battle plan for the invasion of the Zionist State (Israel).

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Lufthansa temporarily suspends flights to Israel and Iran

Lufthansa says it is closely monitoring the situation and "will assess it further in the coming days". Air France also suspends flights to Israel.

Israeli vessel swept into Lebanese waters

Israeli vessel swept into Lebanese territorial waters, IDF working to return it to Israel.

Probing the fate of Europe

"As it goes with Israel, so it will go with all of us"

Arab Zionist:

'Israeli narrative was omitted from our existence'

Rowan Othman, a Syrian peace activist, is primarily focused on developing a positive relationship between Middle Eastern Arabs and Jewish Israelis.

Israel, targeted killings and a Japanese admiral

Why are obviously cruel people, those who openly incriminate themselves with blatant, lethal threats against others, not put away in some fashion before their threats become fait accompli? Opinion.

Joint statement

5 nations call on Iran to stand down from threats against Israel

Leaders of US, UK, France, Germany, and Italy call on Iran to stand down its ongoing threats of a military attack against Israel and discuss the serious consequences for regional security should such an attack take place.

Iran warns pilots to avoid airspace as Middle East awaits attack

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Sunday an attack could happen within 24 to 48 hours.

Chief Rabbi of South Africa:

'Israel needs to know that it is alone in the world'

Chief Rabbi of South Africa reacts to PM Netanyahu's speech on the Israel-Iran conflict, 'No other nation will come to our rescue. Act now, save Israel. Be prepared to be condemned for doing it.'

Britain drops ICC challenge arrest warrants for Israeli leaders

Labour government says it will not follow up on questions over court’s jurisdiction over Netanyahu and Gallant.

New US-Israel Parliamentary Friendship Group

US and Israel set up House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group to promote common areas of interest, hold exchanges of knowledge and expertise, and foster cooperation in a variety of fields

12 tough questions and simple answers about Israel

Golda Meir said you can’t be a Zionist and a pessimist. I’m a Zionist. Knowing Jewish and Israeli history, I remain an optimist, and blessed by Zionism, today’s greatest Jewish renaissance project. Learn the facts here.

Amazing real estate opportunity

What does life in Israel look like to you?

Welcome to Moshava, Efrat: Privacy and community await you!

Columbia Prof. Shai Davidai:

'Jewish students are strong, they need our back'

Prof. Davidai to Arutz Sheva: “The Jewish students and Jewish community are strong. They are resilient. All they need is us the older generation to come and tell them, ‘Whatever you need, we have your back,’ because they are incredible.”

'Influencer' Yechiel Jacobs:

'The Americans are really on our side. Israel is not alone'

Instagram influencer Yechiel Jacobs spoke to Arutz Sheva, bringing a strong message: 'Israel is one of the smallest countries on planet earth, but we're the biggest family on planet earth. Keep together, keep supporting each other. Am Yisrael Chai.”

TIME:

Biden: 'Hamas could end this tomorrow'

President Joe Biden spoke to TIME Washington Bureau Chief, Massimo Calabresi, and Editor-in-Chief, Sam Jacobs, on China, Taiwan, Ukraine and Israel, but refused to disclose any details on his upcoming meeting with Bibi.

NY Board of Rabbis Pres:

'Genuine support for Israel & Jews, runs deep in the US'

Rabbi Eli Weinstock, Pres. of the New York Board of Rabbis, says that, 'The answer to antisemitism is being Jewish, proud Jewish, continuing Jewish life as much as possible. Living Judaism.'

Israel Heritage Foundation head:

Jewish unity is important; we respect each other, we are stronger

Rabbi David Katz, Executive Director of the Israel Heritage Foundation, on solidarity vist to Israel: 'If people don't get along, they can always negotiate, but killing people and taking hostages, is unheard of.'

Israel's Amb. to UK:

'Jewish communities feel like they're under attack'

Israel's ambassador to the UK speaks to Arutz Sheva about the Jewish community in the UK, antisemitism and the fight to make the world acknowledge the sexual assaults on October 7.

My Grandfather came from Auschwitz to Israel & my promise to him

I promised my grandfather that we will DEFEND what he and all of our beloved Holocaust survivors fought for. We will NEVER GIVE UP, and we will NEVER LET GO. We are proud Jews with a strong moral army and we will keep my promise to him. Op-ed.

Biden Must Pick: Israel or Hamas

Joe Biden is a weak and evil man who cannot tell good from evil — and he, not Trump, is responsible for wrecking America’s reputation, power, and influence abroad.

To the world: The Eternal Message of Israel

Those that hate us will continue to hate us. Those that mean us harm will continue to cause us harm. But we will persist.

President Herzog to Sky News:

'We are not war seekers; we are considering all options'

President Herzog, speaking to Sky News: 'I am quite confident we will take the necessary steps to protect and defend our people.'

Who really wins if America forces Israel to lose?

How a dire warning by President Eisenhower predicted the actions of President Biden. Opinion.

Alan Dershowitz:

'My vote for Democrats would be a vote against Israel'

Prominent law professor lambasts Biden Administration's decision not to veto UN ceasefire resolution in interview with Israeli television. 'This will lengthen the war. This is a terrible decision both for us and for Israel.'

Defense Min. takes off for US visit

Defense Min. takes off for official visit to the US, promises to focus on preserving Israel’s qualitative military edge, achieving common goals of victory over Hamas, returning hostages home.

Finland and Israel:

Top list of happiest countries in the world

The World Happiness Report finds a drastic drop in happiness in the US. Finland tops the overall list for the seventh successive year.

Security heads meet senior PA official in Tel Aviv

Shin Bet, National Security Council (NSC) and COGAT heads met with senior Palestinian Authority official, Hussein al-Sheikh, in Tel Aviv.

Israel-US discuss exile of Hamas leaders from Gaza.

Israel-US discuss exile of Hamas leaders from Gaza. Netanyahu's confidants: "a very good option"

Wall Street Journal:

New proposal for Israel-Hamas agreement

Agreement includes a phased diplomatic process, starting with a release of hostages and, eventually, leading to a withdrawal of Israeli forces and an end to the war in Gaza.

Rabbi Yanki Jacobs, Holland:

'Not hiding my Jewish identity, proud of who I am!'

Rabbi Jacobs, Chabad Holland: 'Whatever is going to come out of the Hague is going to say more about the Hague than it's going to say about Israel. That should be clear. We should be proud of who we are.'

Triggers

Triggers, those fleeting moments when a sound, a smell, a word reminds us of a happy or sad time, are frequent during this war. Opinion.

AFMDA Miami Gala

World Boxing Champion Honored as Champion of Israel

Boxing champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. received the Champion of Israel award at the American Friends of Magen David Adom Gala in Miami on Tue.

Turkey:

Member of Parliament who attacked Israel is pronounced dead

Member of Parliament Hasan Bitmez who earlier this week attacked Israel and immediately collapsed on the plenary podium, pronounced dead

Demanding return to Gaza

Festive candle lighting mid sea opposite Gaza

Daniella Weiss: "Today, more than ever, it is clear that Jewish communities in Gaza are no longer just a solution, but a necessity "

Parody clip

Israeli comedian and actor presents: “I'm white and I'm woke"

“This is my parody on woke people”. Watch Edan Alterman's new video clip.

Malaysian arrested for video urging peace with Israel

Victor Yong Jen Ong, Malaysian who believes in peace with Israel, speaks on social media, urging partnership and peace - and is arrested.

Urge Congress like never before!

Join the unified campaign to send 100,000 letters to Congress to stand with Israel.

European Commission official:

'This is a war that was imposed on the Israelis by Hamas'

Peter Stano, European Commission spokesman, stresses war was 'imposed on Israelis by Hamas, Israel is retaliating against terrorist attack.'

An Israel without Safe Rooms

The people of Israel don’t want a safe room from monsters anymore. They want the monsters gone. Op-ed.

Senator Schumer at DC rally:

'We must not forget history'

US Senate Chuck Schumer speaks to close to 300,000 at March for Israel rally held in Washington DC: "We stand with Israel."

Brazil Parliament sing Hatikva

Brazil President supports Hamas; his Parliament sings Hatikva

President of Brazil Lula da Silva refuses to recognize Hamas as a terrorist organization, claiming Israel is committing genocide.

MK Milwidsky to INN:

'There's a group of people who want a civil war'

MK Hanoch Milbitsky accuses: 'A handful of madmen want to destroy Israel as we know it.'

Netanyahu meets Erdogan:

'Our ties are improving'

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets Turkish President at UN General Assembly. PM's office: They discussed Israeli-Saudi normalization.

Vivek Ramaswamy:

'I won't cut aid to Israel unless Israel says it's ready'

Outsider Republican candidate clarifies remarks saying he would cut military aid to Israel after several years.

NYC Mayor:

'We are investing in future partnerships with Israel'

Mayor Eric Adams says he is continuing a 'rich tradition' of visiting the Jewish State and hopes to learn from Israel's high-tech industry.

What flowers bloom in Israel and when

Israel is a country that boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna.

Israel: Unique and unimaginable

Israel is not just a country. It’s an extended Jewish family. Let's keep it that way. Op-ed.

Op-ed:

Israel, the Holocaust, and my parents, and the lessons learned

My parents' suffering was in some perverse way my good fortune because I came to understand mankind and what it was capable of doing.Op-ed.

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Lebanese 'fortune teller': Israel to disappear in 2023-2024

The 'professional fortune teller' had to revise his prediction since last time he had announced Israel would meet its end in 2022.

Israel condemned by UN more than all other countries combined

Hillel Neuer of UN Watch says appointing Iran, Cuba, and China to the Human Rights Council enables torture, rape, and execution of millions.