Haredi soldier deserts over order to shave beard
A haredi soldier was jailed for leaving his base after his exemption to keep his beard was revoked against the base rabbi's recommendation.
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Poll: Majority of PA Arabs want Trump to ignore peace process
Majority of PA Arabs no longer believe in Two-State Solution, want President-elect Trump to stay away from the peace process.
Iran starts nuclear program after US 'violation' of deal
Iranian President orders scientists to develop nuclear powered propellers for marine transportation after Congress extends sanctions.
Trump campaign manager: He will move US embassy to Jerusalem
Trump campaign manager Kellyanne Conway says President-elect fully intends to move the US embassy to Jerusalem.
Leading Scottish Rabbi attacked in Edinburgh
Family of leading Scottish Rabbi assaulted by woman not far from seat of Scottish parliament.
Trump names Gen. John Kelly as Secretary of Homeland Security
President-elect Trump named retired Gen. John Kelly as his choice for Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.
JNF, haredi charities lose big after investments tank
Leading Israeli non-profits, including the JNF and Kupat Ha'Ir, lose millions of shekels after investing in housing fund.
'Jerusalem Monopoly' headed to a toy store near you
Special Jerusalem-based version of popular board game Monopoly arrives as city prepares to celebrate 50 years since reunification.
Israel to hold bodies of Hamas terrorists, return other bodies
Security cabinet decides to return bodies of all Arab terrorists - except for those affiliated with Hamas.
Liberman: Israel stopped Hezbollah from getting chemical weapons
Defense Minister says Israel has acted to prevent the smuggling of Syrian chemical weapons to Hezbollah.
'Eat pork!' Haredi officer threatened by extremists at home
The head of haredi recruitment in Bnei Brak receives letter at home threatening him if he does not quit position in IDF.
PM: Push for Britain to apologize for Balfour shows why no peace
PM Netanyahu says PA campaign to force Britain to apologize for Balfour Declaration further proof it is not willing to accept Jewish State.
Son of 'Sopranos' actor arrested for spray-painting swastika
The son of Sopranos star Michael Imperioli was arrested for spray-painting a swastika on a college campus in New York State.
Trump appoints EPA critic to head environmental agency
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt to head the Environmental Protection Agency.
Terrorist murderer on list of Israeli university's famous alumni
The Open University website lists arch-terrorist Samir Kuntar, who smashed a 4 year old's skull, as a 'famous graduate.'
Report: Britain spied on Israeli diplomats
A report states that British intelligence spied on Israeli diplomats, the IDF, and even private Israeli companies.
Stained glass window smashed in attack on Philadelphia Synagogue
A rock was thrown through a stained glass window at a Philadelphia synagogue right before Shabbat services were to begin.
Campaign launched to sponsor families affected by fires
Journalist David Bedein launches campaign for synagogues around the world to sponsor Israeli families who lost their homes to recent fires.
Nevada Lieutenant Governor introduces anti-BDS legislation
Nevada is the latest state to introduce anti-BDS legislation to counter hate and discrimination.
Twitter grants verification to Muslim Brotherhood organ
Twitter granted verification to English mouthpiece of Muslim Brotherhood despite condemnation of Brotherhood as a terrorist organization.
Jews included in Columbia U. 'Indigenous People Unite' event
Event highlighting rights and struggles of indigenous peoples, including the Jewish people, to be held at Colombia University.
IDF veterans harassed by companies offering fake benefits
Report says companies posing as the Defense Ministry are calling IDF veterans and offering fraudulent benefits in scams.
Kosovo President bans sale of anti-Semitic literature
The President of Kosovo has banned the sale of anti-Semitic literature in his country after complaints by anti-Semitism experts.
Senate unanimously votes to extend Iran sanctions
US Senate votes 99-0 to extend the Iran Sanctions Act by 10 years.
Trump elector says he's receiving death threats
A college student from Michigan said Wednesday that he has received death threats after being chosen to cast an Electoral College vote.
ADL: Rep. Ellison's remarks on Israel 'deeply disturbing'
ADL questions Keith Ellison's suitability to serve as head of the DNC after recording surfaces of him saying Israel 'governs' US policy.
Report: MOU's restrictions on Israel may be unconstitutional
Bipartisan group of congressmen claims the new Memorandum of Understanding is unconstitutional for preventing Israel from seeking more aid.
Ex-Netanyahu Chief of Staff accused of sexual assault
The PM's former Chief of Staff Gil Shefer has been named as the person under investigation for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman.
Kent State threatened with legal action over Golda Meir quote
Anti-Israel groups threaten legal action against Kent State University for not removing exhibit and quote about Golda Meir.
Trump will abandon his business empire
President-elect Donald Trump announced that he will be completely abandoning his business empire in order to focus on running the country.
Khamenei says Iranian President Rouhani too friendly with US
Iraninian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei criticized Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's policy of "open dialogue" with the West.
Wildfires rage in Tennessee
Wildfires have forced the evacuation of thousands in Tennessee, less than one week after fires across Israel.
Trump: Those who burn US flag should lose citizenship
President-elect Donald Trump tweeted that US citizens who burn the US flag should be either jailed or stripped of their citizenship.
'Zionists should have their throats cut'
A 39 year old Dutch man in Ireland will face trial for threatening to kill 2 for being "Zionists."
Kenyan MPs in Knesset: We must join hands to fight terrorism'
MPs from Kenya visited the Knesset and discussed the need for countries to cooperate to fight terrorism.
PM: 'Israel will not tolerate any fire from Syria'
Prime Minister Netanyahu warns ISIS that Israel will not tolerate any attacks from the Syrian border and will respond harshly to violations.
Bomb found near US embassy in Philippines
Authorities detonated a bomb which was found in a trash bin near the U.S. Embassy in Manila. Islamic terrorism is suspected.
Deadly nuclear material stolen from Iran nuclear plant
A device containing Iridium-192 has been reported stolen from Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant, could be used to construct a dirty bomb.
Trump wants other countries to investigate Clinton Foundation
Source says President-elect Trump plans to instruct ambassadors to encourage countries to investigate funding of Clinton Foundation.
IDF veterans organization targets foreign funded Israeli NGO's
IDF veterans group releases report on activities of Adalah, says organization works to undermine Israel under guise of human rights.
