Irish PM calls on Dublin to drop effort to rename Herzog Park
Irish Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Micheál Martin called on the Dublin City Council to drop the proposal to rename Herzog Park, calling the move 'divisive.'
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Rachel Goldberg-Polin
Rachel Goldberg-Polin: 'I would ask Rabbi Sacks if he had found Hersh yet'
Hersh Goldberg-Polin’s parents captivate London audience with message of hope at the Fifth Annual Sacks Conversation. 'I would ask Rabbi Sacks if he could teach Hersh some of what he taught me.'
Afghan TikTok user says he is building bomb targeting Fort Worth
Mohammad Dawood Alokozay, admitted under Operation Allies Welcome, was arrested after posting a TikTok video hinting at a bomb attack targeting Fort Worth, raising concerns about immigration vetting and national security.
Netanyahu submits request to Pres. Herzog for pardon
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu submitted a request for a pardon to President Isaac Herzog.
God protected us:
Samaria attack: 'He threw an iron rod, I froze. I couldn't talk'
Meital Azariah was lightly hurt when a teenager threw an iron rod that shattered her windshield near Giti Avishar junction. “It’s unbelievable; we felt God protected us,” she recounted.
Suspected agricultural terror attack in Binyamin
A goat belonging to the Metzudat David farm in the Binyamin region was poisoned near its grazing area. Police located a pita bread laced with toxic material and arrested four Palestinians from the village of al-Mughayir in less than 24 hours.
Scarlett Johansson:
Scarlett Johansson: 'I was asked not to make a film about the Holocaust'
Drawing on her Jewish heritage and experience working with Woody Allen, Scarlett Johansson directs Eleanor the Great, a poignant comedy about a widow claiming her friend’s Holocaust story.
After Rafah strike
IDF examining if Janina Battalion Commander, Deputy eliminated after Rafah strike
The IDF is investigating whether two of the terrorists eliminated in the air strike in Gaza this morning (Sunday) are the commander of the East Rafah battalion and his deputy.
Report
Report: Haredi parties asked MK Tibi for help on Draft Law
Representatives of the haredi factions recently approached MK Ahmed Tibi with a request that he be absent from the expected vote on the draft law - in an attempt to thwart the law's repeal
Israeli journalist:
Israeli journalist: 'My son is drafting and this law is scaring me'
Israeli journalist Jacky Levy, whose son will draft this week for combat service, criticizes the wording of the Draft Law and claims discrimination, ‘Even when a non-Haredi Jew is persecuted - it is an antisemitic decree.’
IDF reducing forces in Gaza envelope, residents worried
From the beginning of January, the standby squads in communities near the border will remain with only a security coordinator and a deputy. In other communities, the reserve days of the security forces will be limited.
Unfulfilled commitments:
Palestinian Authority continues to transfer payments to terrorists
Despite Abbas’ promise to the British Prime Minister, PA payments to terrorists continue through a new 'welfare program.' European Union is demanding clarifications.
IDF concerned
IDF concerned: Sensitive info may be leaked to Hezbollah through UNIFIL
The IDF has expressed deep concern in recent weeks over the possible leakage of sensitive information and valuable intelligence to Hezbollah via UNIFIL personnel operating along the northern border.
IDF:
IDF Chief of Staff orders independent investigation of Hamas massacre plan
New independent review to examine how Hamas’ massacre plan was identified already in 2018 but never thoroughly investigated.
Weather forecast
Weather forecast: Rain returns - but only briefly
Against the backdrop of a relatively dry winter so far, today (Sunday) and tomorrow are expected to bring rain to the north and center of the country. Later in the week, temperatures will rise again.
4 killed, 10 wounded in shooting at California birthday party
US media reported that a shooting during a child's birthday party in the city of Stockton, California, led to the deaths of at least four people and the injury of ten others.
US drone strike in Yemen kills two suspected Al-Qaeda terrorists
A US drone strike in Yemen’s Marib province eliminates two alleged Al-Qaeda terrorists riding a motorcycle. The strike comes amid ongoing counter-terrorism operations.
Germany:
Germany: AfD launches new youth wing amid mass protests
AfD launches its new youth wing, Generation Germany, in Giessen as 25,000 protesters gather nearby. Police deploy 5,000 officers, use water cannons, and report injuries.
US Ambassador to Lebanon:
US Ambassador to Lebanon: Israel needs no permission to defend itself
US Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa says Israel “needs no permission” to defend itself, urging Beirut to disarm Hezbollah.
Sen. Graham:
Sen. Graham: Dublin’s move against Herzog Park shows 'cesspool of antisemitism'
US Senator Lindsey Graham condemns Dublin City Council’s proposal to remove Chaim Herzog’s name from a park: The Herzog family is one of the great families in the history of Israel.
Antisemitism probe
Trump admin secures $75M deal with Northwestern over antisemitism probe
Northwestern University will pay $75M to end a Trump administration antisemitism probe, restoring $790M in frozen funds.
Hezbollah calls on Pope to reject Israeli 'aggression' in Lebanon
Hezbollah terrorist organization urges Pope Leo XIV to reject Israeli "aggression" ahead of his Beirut visit, insisting it has respected the ceasefire despite its attempts to rearm.
Watch:
Watch: Kedumim residents celebrate with Perry family after elimination of Gideon's killer
Residents of Kedumim gather with the Perry family to celebrate the elimination of the terrorist who murdered Gideon, praising the security forces for the operation.
Miracle: Near-murder in Samaria
Terrorist hurls iron rod towards car traveling on key road in Samaria, striking windshield near driver.
Trump announces: Venezuela airspace closed
US President Donald Trump announces closure of Venezuela airspace, Venezuela Foreign Minister calls Trump's declaration a 'colonialist threat.'
What is the name of the new Bnei Akiva 'Shevet'?
The Bnei Akiva movement held its annual celebrations this evening, ending the a month of activities and at the end of the 'Shabbat Irgun'.
Testimonies of officers who fought in Jenin revealed
Terrorists made suspicious movements during Jenin clashes, 'kept putting their hands down, made movements as if putting their hands in their pockets,' Border Police officers who were present at the scene say.
Iranian hackers claim:
Iranian hackers claim: We broke into Israeli nuclear scientist's car
'Handala' Iranian hacker group says they broke into vehicle belonging to Israeli nuclear scientist, leaving flowers, followed by a threatening note.
Irish FM condemns decision to rename Herzog Park in Dublin
Ireland's foreign minister Helen McEntee has called for the name of the sixth president of Israel, Chaim Herzog, not to be removed from a park in the capital Dublin.
Father of last Israeli hostage:
Father of last Israeli hostage: Hamas is toying with us and torturing us
Father of Yasam officer Ran Gvili, the only Israeli hostage whose body is still held in Gaza, speaks at Hostages Square, demanding Israel not move to second stage, rebuild Gaza, until his son's body is returned to Israel.
Tel Aviv University professor arrested for incitement
Police arrest Dr. Yolanda Yavor from Or Akiva on suspicion of publishing anti-Netanyahu incitement online.
Arab arrested trying to sneak into Givat Ze'ev
An infiltration attempt into the town of Givat Ze'ev was foiled this week thanks to an advanced camera network and a rapid response by security forces.
'Free Palestine'?
Pres. Herzog condemns Dublin proposal to rename Chaim Herzog Park as 'Free Palestine'
President Isaac Herzog slams Dublin City Council’s proposed removal of the name of Israel’s sixth President, Chaim Herzog, from a public park. 'Shameful and disgraceful move.'
Mother of last Israeli hostage begs Netanyahu: Don't move to stage 2 of ceasefire
Talik Gvili, mother of Ran Gvili, the only Israeli fallen hostage still held by terrorist groups in Gaza, says she asked Prime Minister Netanyahu not to proceed with the next phase of the ceasefire deal until her son is brought home.
Watch:
Watch: New footage of strikes in Iran during Operation Rising Lion
Iranian media has released footage of the moments of the Israeli strikes on the IRGC headquarters and air defense batteries.
A kitchen and field hospital:
New footage of Hezbollah tunnel near Tyre reveals kitchen and field hospital
Lebanese army organizes field tour for media outlets, showing them Hezbollah terror tunnel, steps taken to implement plan for Hezbollah's disarming.
US State Department pauses visas for Afghanistan citizens
US State Department 'taking all necessary steps' to protect US security and citizens, statement adds.
Rocks, gunfire, and weapons used in Gush Etzion clashes
Violent clashes break out near Bethlehem between Palestinian Authority Arabs and Israelis, with Arabs hurling rocks other objects, and Israelis responding with gunfire.
IDF eliminates three terrorists who threatened forces in Gaza
Three terrorists approach IDF forces in southern Gaza, presenting immediate threat.
Report:
Report: Syrian intelligence linked to attacks on IDF, Druze community
Israel has reportedly identified that Syrian President Sharaa’s Intelligence Directorate is linked to terror plots targeting IDF and Druze.
