Milei vows Argentine embassy in Jerusalem by spring 2026
Argentine President Javier Milei tells Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar he will open an embassy in Jerusalem during his 2026 visit.
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Judge rules:
Judge rules: Melbourne synagogue arsonist motivated by mental illness
Australian judge rules that man who set fire to a Melbourne synagogue this past July acted due to mental illness, not antisemitism.
BBC Chairman refuses to quit amid Trump speech edit scandal
BBC Chairman Samir Shah tells MPs he will not resign over the Panorama Trump edit scandal, apologizing for mistakes but vowing to “fix it.”
Germany probes 100-year-old suspected Nazi camp guard
German prosecutors are investigating a 100-year-old man accused of serving as a Nazi camp guard in Hemer, where thousands died. The probe comes as time runs out for trials eight decades after World War II.
Elimination of Hezbollah CoS
White House after elimination of Hezbollah CoS: Trump supports Israel’s self-defense
White House Press Secretary affirms Trump’s support for Israel’s right to defend itself after the IDF eliminated Hezbollah’s Chief of Staff in Beirut, citing the group’s long history of terror operations against Israel.
Trump signs order:
Trump moves to label Muslim Brotherhood chapters as terrorist groups
Trump signs an order directing US agencies to assess Muslim Brotherhood chapters for terror designation, citing ties to Hamas and recent attacks. Sanctions could cripple the group’s global operations.
Iran warns of plots against Khamenei, blames Israel and US
Iran’s intelligence minister warns of plots by Israel and the US to target Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei.
Erdogan:
Erdogan: Turkey still mulling Gaza force deployment
President Erdogan says Turkey is still weighing deployment to a Gaza stabilization force, while repeating his “genocide” claim against Israel.
DOJ probing anti-Israel protest outside Manhattan synagogue
The DOJ is investigating an anti-Israel protest outside Manhattan’s Park East Synagogue in which protesters shouted violent chants during a Nefesh B’Nefesh event.
Lebanese PM offers talks with Israel, vows to disarm Hezbollah
Lebanon’s PM Nawaf Salam says he’s ready to negotiate with Israel and seeks US help.
Iran:
Iran: No IAEA access to bombed nuclear sites without agreement
Iran’s FM Araghchi says IAEA won’t access bombed nuclear sites without a deal. He rules out missile talks, slams US demands, and declares talks with Europe “no longer useful” after sanctions snapback.
Mamdani condemns protest outside NYC synagogue
NYC leaders condemn an antisemitic protest outside Park East Synagogue. Mayor-elect Mamdani: “Every New Yorker should be free to enter a house of worship without intimidation.”
France probes Musk’s AI for Holocaust denial on X
French prosecutors are investigating Grok, Elon Musk’s AI, after it echoed Holocaust denial tropes on X. The chatbot’s posts, now deleted, sparked outrage and legal complaints from ministers and rights groups.
Amid antisemitism surge
B’nai Brith slams Toronto for raising PLO flag amid surge in antisemitism
B’nai Brith Canada files a complaint after Toronto raised the PLO flag, calling it a breach of protocol and a disregard for Jewish safety amid a surge in antisemitic incidents across the city.
US warns of consequences
Ireland advances anti-Israel boycott bill, US warns of consequences
Ireland advances a bill to ban goods and services from Judea, Samaria, and eastern Jerusalem. US and Jewish leaders warn the bill is antisemitic, illegal under US law, and harmful to Ireland’s global standing.
Trump to meet NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani, calls him 'Communist'
President Trump says he will meet NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani on Friday, in a meeting requested by Mamdani.
Knesset advances bill to cut UNRWA utilities
Knesset approves a bill in first reading to block UNRWA’s access to utilities and reclaim Israeli land used by the agency.
Trump:
Trump: Saudi Crown Prince may join ‘greatest board ever’ to oversee Gaza
Trump expresses hope Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will join the UN-backed Board of Peace overseeing Gaza’s redevelopment, following a White House meeting and strategic US-Saudi agreements.
Amid Israel boycott threats
Austria pushes for Eurovision compromise amid boycott threats over Israel
Austria seeks compromise on Israel’s Eurovision entry as Spain, Ireland and others threaten boycott over Gaza war.
IAEA resolution targets Iran over uranium stockpile and site access
The US and Europe submit a draft resolution demanding Iran open bombed nuclear sites and account for enriched uranium. Iran warns of retaliation if the IAEA adopts the measure.
Trump:
Trump: Gaza is close to perfected, residents are safer than ever
During dinner with the Saudi Crown Prince, Trump says the Gaza Board of Peace will include leaders of major nations and invites MBS to join.
Crew of tanker seized by Iran reported safe
Technical manager of the tanker which was seized by Iran on the weekend says the crew of 21 is safe, and the ship is anchored off Bandar Abbas.
Report:
Report: Israel-Syria security talks deadlocked over withdrawal demands
Israel-Syria security talks have stalled, according to Kan 11 News, with Israel rejecting Syria’s demand for full withdrawal from post-Assad positions.
Israel to ICC:
Israel to ICC: Drop 'baseless' warrants, disqualify prosecutor Khan
Israel petitions the ICC to disqualify Prosecutor Karim Khan and cancel arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant, citing alleged misconduct and claims of politically motivated actions by Khan.
Hamas:
Hamas: UN resolution imposes foreign control over Gaza
Hamas condemns the UN’s approval of Trump’s Gaza plan, rejecting international oversight and insisting resistance remains “a legitimate right tied to ending the occupation”.
With 'path to a Palestinian state'
UNSC passes US resolution on int'l force in Gaza with 'path to a Palestinian state'
UN Security Council approves US-backed resolution to establish an international force in Gaza. 13 countries vote in favor, Russia and China abstain.
Sa’ar:
Sa’ar: A Palestinian state would be a Hamas terror state
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar warns German leaders that a Palestinian state would become a Hamas terror entity, calling global support for it “an illogical obsession” that endangers Israel’s heartland.
Hamas:
Hamas: US resolution undermines Gaza’s sovereignty and self-rule
Hamas spokesman rejects the US-backed UN resolution on Gaza, warns of foreign control.
Iran demands UN sanctions on US over strikes on nuclear sites
Iran demands UN action against the US and Israel over June strikes on nuclear sites. Araghchi cites Trump’s admission of directing the attack and calls for reparations and criminal accountability.
Rejects compensation
BBC apologizes to Trump over edited clip, rejects demand for compensation
BBC apologizes to President Trump for misleading Panorama edit of his January 6, 2021 speech, but rejects $1B compensation demand.
IAEA:
IAEA: Iran blocking inspections of bombed nuclear sites
IAEA says in latest report that Iran has blocked access to bombed nuclear sites for five months. The agency warns its enriched uranium stockpile is unverified and calls the situation “a matter of serious concern.”
Toronto:
Suspect sought after alleged hate crime against Jewish man in Toronto
Toronto police are seeking a suspect in a suspected hate-motivated assault on a Jewish man which occurred in September. The attacker, a passenger in a moving vehicle, hurled slurs and assaulted the victim.
Rubio:
Rubio: US to sign 'good deals' with Saudi Crown Prince during Washington visit
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US expects “good deals” with Saudi Arabia during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to Washington next week.
Jeremy Corbyn:
Corbyn declares new party committed to 'absolute opposition to Zionism'
Jeremy Corbyn declares “absolute opposition to Zionism” at a Your Party meeting, aligning with co-founder Zarah Sultana’s anti-Israel stance.
Macron:
Macron: France will help PA draft constitution for future state
French President pledges that his country will help the PA draft a constitution for a future Palestinian state.
Trump:
Trump: I have an obligation to sue the BBC
President Trump says he has an “obligation” to sue the BBC after it misrepresented his Jan. 6 speech. BBC leaders resigned amid backlash over edits that omitted his call for demonstrators to “act peacefully.”
John Cleese:
John Cleese: Safety, not boycott, led to Israel tour postponement
British actor John Cleese says safety concerns - not BDS pressure - led him to postpone sold-out shows in Israel, expresses deep affection for Israeli audiences and pledges to reschedule.
Despite Hamas ties
Despite Hamas ties | UNRWA chief: We should have a role in rebuilding Gaza
UNRWA chief calls for central role in Gaza rehab, citing trust and expertise. The agency has been proven to have collaborated with Hamas terrorists.
Iran says UN inspectors visited nuclear sites despite tensions
Iran says UN inspectors visited nuclear sites last week, denies violating treaty terms, while accusing IAEA of enabling Israeli strikes.
Focus on antisemitism, tech
NYC Mayor Eric Adams to visit Israel, focus on antisemitism and tech ties
Outgoing NYC Mayor Eric Adams will visit Israel from Friday to Tuesday to meet officials, tech leaders, and discuss global antisemitism. He previously visited in 2023.
