תשרי 11, 5779, 9/20/2018
Foreign Affairs Trump: 'Very exciting' progress towards peace with North KoreaPresident hails North Korean decision to allow nuclear inspections, dismantle nuclear test site. Kim: My meeting with Trump stabilized the regionNorth Korean leader says June summit with US President has stabilized the regional security situation. South Africa Highest Court legalizes cannabis useSouth Africa's top court rules private and personal cannabis use legal in climax case; public use and sale remains illegal. Russia summons Israel envoy after plane downed in SyriaIsraeli ambassador summoned, Russian defense minister threatens response, after Israel blamed for downing of Russian plane. Abbas will try to bypass TrumpPA chairman plans in coming weeks to receive European sponsorship for negotiations with Israel - among other reasons, to annoy the US. Analysis of Argentina-Iran cover-up wins online journalism awardLa Nacion wins international Online Journalism Award for analysis of 40,354 recordings on cover-up of 1994 Jewish Center bombing. Russia: Ukraine downed MH17Russian Defense Ministry reveals paper trail proving Ukraine owned missile responsible for downing Flight MH17 in 2014. Israel to extradite US citizenUS requests Israel extradite American suspected of murder and assault. Abbas, Jordan, to sue Israel for Jewish prayer on Temple Mount?PA Chairman Abbas says he plans to ask Jordan to file joint complaint over Israel's plan to allow Jewish prayer on Temple Mount. Argentina’s Parliament honors citizens who fought NazisThe 17 remaining survivors of the original 5,000 volunteers received the tribute and a certificate during last week’s ceremony. Hamas using 17,000 children to fight IsraelJerusalem Institute for Justice submits request to sue Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh for using children as child soldiers, human shields. Kushner: Funding cuts to Palestinian Authority don't hurt peaceJared Kushner says too many people worship false realities, no one is entitled to US aid money.US announces new sanctions on North KoreaNew US sanctions target Chinese company, its North Korean CEO and its Russia-based sister company. Israel, Greece, Cyprus plan underwater gas pipelineNetanyahu meets with Greek, Cypriot foreign ministers as three countries plan gas pipeline to Europe Argentina’s Parliament honors citizens who fought Nazis17 remaining survivors of original 5,000 receive tribute and certificate during last week’s ceremony in Argentine Chamber of Deputies. 'Not cancelling UN, but criticizing it'Israel's UN ambassador prepares for General Assembly on Sukkot, talks on Trump's peace plan; 'We won't like everything presented.' Kim Kardashian signs with Israeli sunglasses companyUS reality TV star partners with Israeli supermodel to become face of Israeli eyewear company, which aims to enter US market. UN confirms: Assad used chemical weaponsUN investigators say government forces fired chlorine gas at Damascus and Idlib, committing war crimes. Australian MP with Jewish wife finds pig entrails at officeFar-right group harasses Australian lawmaker over his Jewish spouse, support for Israel. Israeli Economics Ministry punishes Paraguay over embassy moveFollowing decision by new Paraguayan president to move embassy from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv, Israel cancels economic delegation to Paraguay. Russia to Europe: Don't cooperate with US on IranRussia's Dep. Foreign Minister promises to work with China, Europe, to protect Iran deal. Palestinian Authority threatens to end cooperation with USFollowing shuttering of PLO office in Washington, Palestinian Authority reportedly threatened to cut ties with CIA. ICC plays down US threatsInternational Criminal Court says it will "continue to do its work undeterred", after US threatens it with sanctions. 'False accusations'PM Media Advisor David Keyes accused of sexual assault by NY State Senate Candidate Julia Salazar. Iran threatens IsraelIranian nuclear chief warns Israel of consequences for assassination of nuclear scientists. Bolton: International Criminal Court "dead to us"US National Security Advisor threatens sanctions against ICC in response to war crimes probes against US military in Afghanistan. PA files complaint against Israel with ICCPLO Secretary-General Saeb Erekat says PA filed war crimes complaint against Israel after court OKs demolition of illegal Arab outpost. Netanyahu praises US closure of PLO Washington missionUS closes PLO mission in Washington DC, citing failure to support peace negotiations. Survivors receive payments from restitution efforts in RomaniaAhead of Rosh Hashanah, payments distributed to Romanian Holocaust survivors in Israel - including one 104-year-old. 'An eternal flame that won't be extinguished'JNF Chief Israel Officer discusses the unique 9/11 monument in J'lem. 'Only monument outside US that names all 2,996 victims of 9/11.' US cuts $25 million in funding for PA-run hospitalsState Dep't says money funding medical treatment for PA, Gazan, Arabs in Jerusalem hospitals will go to 'high priority projects elsewhere.' Japan: Death toll from recent earthquake rises to 35Death toll from earthquake in northern Japan his 35, with 400 injured and 9 still missing. Tashlich at the United NationsUN Secretary-General and dozens of ambassadors from around the world participate in Tashlich event at the UN headquarters. 'Brazilian Donald Trump' stabbed during campaign rallyJair Bolsonaro, a front-runner in Brazil's presidential election, stabbed during campaign rally. He is listed in stable condition. 'US and Israel share values - and tragedies'US Ambassador speaks with Arutz Sheva at 9/11 memorial event in J'lem. 'We won the battle, but must make sure we're ready for the next one.' US ambassador stands with the GolanAmbassador David Friedman says he cannot imagine a situation in which the Golan is not a part of Israel. Paraguay announces return of embassy to Tel AvivMonths after moving embassy to J'lem, Paraguay says it is returning its embassy. In response, Netanyahu orders embassy in Paraguay closed. 11 dead, hundreds injured as typhoon hits JapanStrongest typhoon to hit Japan in 25 years kills 11, leaves thousands of passengers stranded and millions of residents left without power. Philippines to network with Israeli emergency medical servicePhilippine President Rodrigo Duterte vows cooperation with Israel's largest emergency first response organization. Book claims Trump ordered Assad killedNew book claims Secretary of Defense ignored order from President to kill Syrian dictator following deadly chemical weapons attack. Why did EU Foreign Minister refuse to meet Yesha leaders?EU Foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini ignores request to meet joint delegation of Jewish and Arab leaders from Judea and Samaria. PM: Israel making friends around the worldPrime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu attends toast in honor of Rosh Hashannah, says Israel's standing in Middle East, world improving. 25-year-old Israeli woman dies in IndiaInitial reports say Israeli tourist who died in India was killed by extreme allergic reaction to dairy. Joint List turns to EU to force Israel to repeal Nationality LawIsraeli-Arab lawmakers push Europe to ban Kahane Chai and Lehava groups, pressure Israel to nullify Nationality Law. Arab MKs fly to EU to fight Israeli legislationArab MKs take off to EU as part of struggle against Nationality Law. 'Important that world know about lack of equality and democracy.' PLO calls for struggle to save UNRWAPLO parliament calls on parliaments around the world to oppose US decision to end aid to UNRWA. President Trump wants this to be a new year of peaceUS President's Special Envoy Jason Greenblatt says regional changes create opportunity for peace, even if it will be difficult. Philippine leader visits Israel's Holocaust memorialPhilippine Pres. Duterte meets with PM Netanyahu before visiting Yad Vashem, says Israel, Philippines, share 'the same passion for peace.' Philippines' Duterte apologizes for cursing ObamaAt speech for Filipinos in Israel, Philippines President Duterte says he's 'sorry' for cursing former US Pres. Obama on live TV in 2016. Philippines' Duterte eyes arms deals on Israel tripPhilippine President Rodrigo Duterte lands in Israel, seeks to diversify suppliers of military equipment. Deal of the century will be realistic, fair, implementableJordan says union with PA 'not on the table', as US envoy declines to comment on reports Trump admin. proposed Mideast confederation. Report: Netanyahu changed UNRWA policy unilaterallyDefense officials complain PM decided to support defunding UNRWA without consulting Security Cabinet or security experts. Iran admits: Regime working with Soros organizationIranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Zarif says government working 'closely' with George Soros' Open Society Foundations. Netanyahu: UNRWA decision a welcome and important changePM Netanyahu praises US decision to cease funding 'irredeemably flawed" UNRWA. Al-Shabab claims responsibility for Somalia attackAt least six killed in car bomb attack on government building in Mogadishu. Netanyahu prevented uprooting of hundreds of thousands of JewsPM refused Kerry and Obama's proposal to withdraw from Judea and Samaria and have US soldiers stationed there, Kerry reveals in new book. Hamas: Trump is trying to eliminate refugee issueHamas 'Refugee Department' condemns US decision to cut funding to UNRWA, emphasizes commitment to 'right of return.' |
