Life Of Kindness:
Life Of Kindness: United Hatzalah motorcycle medic killed in crash
Hami Erlanger, a father of five from Harish and a United Hatzalah volunteer, has been identified as the man killed in the road accident on Route 611.
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Israel Chief Rabbi:
Israel Chief Rabbi Kalman Meir Ber: 'Wake up, this is not only our problem'
At a Hanukkah candle lighting ceremony at Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate, Israel’s Chief Rabbi Kalman Meir Ber urges world leaders to act against rising antisemitism.
Bnei Menashe in India light the first Hanukkah candle
Hundreds of members of the Bnei Menashe community gathered in Churachandpur, India, to light the first Hanukkah candle, marking a historic moment for descendants of the tribe of Manasseh who only recently began celebrating the holiday.
Estimate:
Estimate: Iranian based terror cell carried out the Sydney attack
The Telegraph reports that the massacre, in which 16 people were murdered and about 42 injured, was planned with in a Hezbollah-related style.
Kedumim:
Kedumim: A mentally unstable young man attempted to stab soldiers, was neutralized
A mentally unstable young man attempted to stab (two) soldiers at the Kedumim gas station this morning. An armed citizen neutralized him. No injuries were reported.
Drama in Hollywood:
Drama in Hollywood: Director Rob Reiner, wife found dead in Brentwood home
Rob Reiner and wife Michele Singer Reiner found dead in their Brentwood home. LAPD homicide detectives are investigating. People magazine reports their son is suspected of the murder.
Netanyahu to Supreme Court:
Netanyahu to Supreme Court: You must not interfere in ministerial appointments
Prime Minister submits his response to petitions filed with the Supreme Court against the continued tenure of National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. “An unconstitutional attempt to oust a government minister.”
The coalition’s outline and the political firestorm
Coalition proposes that the inquiry committee into October 7 will consist of six or seven members. In the first stage, the Speaker of the Knesset will submit a proposed composition within 14 days, which requires the approval of 80 Members of Knesset.
Starmer lights Hanukkah candle, condemns Sydney terror attack
British PM Keir Starmer lights Hanukkah’s first candle with his wife, condemns antisemitic Sydney attack and pledges UK solidarity with Australia and the Jewish community.
Ex-hostage Omer Shem Tov:
Ex-hostage Omer Shem Tov: Trump’s victory struck fear in Hamas tunnels
Omer Shem Tov, held 505 days by Hamas, says Trump’s election struck fear in captors: “I saw the fear in their eyes.”
Report:
Report: ASIO probed Sydney attacker years before deadly Hanukkah rampage
Australian intelligence probed one of the Bondi Beach terrorists six years ago over ISIS ties, yet he joined his father in killing 15 at Hanukkah event.
Father-in-law of Sydney victim urges strength after massacre
Rabbi Yehoram Ulman, senior rabbi in the Sydney community, mourns his son-in-law Rabbi Eli Schlanger killed in Bondi Beach Hanukkah terror attack, and urges Jews to continue the victims’ mission, resist despair, and remain united.
Report:
Report: Person of interest arrested in Brown University shooting is Benjamin Erickson
CNN reports that authorities detained 24-year-old Benjamin Erickson after the Brown University shooting that killed two and injured nine. FBI searched his family’s Wisconsin home.
Amsterdam:
Amsterdam: Violent protests against performance of Israel’s Chief Military Cantor
Violent protests against IDF Chief Cantor Shai Abramson take place in Amsterdam, after pro-Palestinian Arab demonstrators opposed his performances in the city. Police arrest suspects.
After Sydney attack
Trump urges Jews to 'celebrate proudly' after Sydney Hanukkah attack
Trump urges Jews to “celebrate proudly” after the antisemitic Sydney attack, condemning the violence and praising the bravery of the man who stopped one of the attackers.
Just before Hanukkah
California Jewish home targeted in drive-by shooting just before Hanukkah
Police investigate drive-by shooting at Redlands Jewish home decorated for Hanukkah; ADL, officials condemn antisemitic attack. Suspect remains at large.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: 'Safest place in the world for Jewish people is Israel'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara light first Hanukkah candle with Israel Police officers, family of last remaining hostage Ran Gvili. 'Safest place for Jewish people is where the government, army, & security forces will defend them.'
PM Albanese avoids questions about failure to protect Jews
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, NSW Premier Chris Minns and police chiefs vowed to combat antisemitism, announced nationwide security measures, and confirmed the attackers were a father and son.
Body found in Yarkon River identified as that of missing teen
The body located in the Yarkon River following extensive searches has been identified as that of missing Bnei Brak teen Eliyahu Aba Shaul, 19.
This is Shas' demand from the coalition parties
Shas chief Aryeh Deri attempts to encourage support for Draft Law, demanding greater involvement on the part of Likud MKs.
Ivanka Trump:
Ivanka Trump: 'The world needs more light and more Kiddush Hashem'
Marking the first night of Hanukkah, the US president’s daughter said the Sydney terror attack underscores the need for compassion, sanctifying G-d’s name, and bringing light into a dark world.
Major cities reinforce Jewish site security after Sydney massacre
Authorities in Europe and the US increased security at Hanukkah events and Jewish sites after an antisemitic terror attack in Sydney killed at least 11 people, prompting global vigilance.
Fourth child dies of flu
Four-year-old boy, unvaccinated and with preexisting conditions, dies of influenza, raising this year's pediatric death toll to four.
In southern Lebanon:
IDF takes out Zakaria Yahya al-Hajj, senior Hezbollah terrorist, in southern Lebanon
IDF successfully eliminates Zakaria Yahya al-Hajj, senior member of Hezbollah, in Jwaya area strike, vows to continue its operations to eliminate any threat to Israel’s security.
Massacre at Hanukkah celebration in Sydney
At least 16 people have been killed in a shooting at the site of a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia.
"אתם המכבים החדשים"
Defense Min. Katz lights first Hanukkah candle with injured soldiers
Defense Minister Israel Katz visits Sheba Medical Center, offering encouragement and support to injured IDF soldiers and their families, and promising to support them throughout their journey.
Chief of Staff in north:
Chief of Staff in north: 'We will respond to any ceasefire violation'
During a situational assessment at the 91st Division, IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir cited recent eliminations of senior Hamas and Hezbollah figures and stressed that any breach of the ceasefire will be answered decisively.
Man accused of causing teen girl's death sentenced to 7 years
Edward Kachura, accused of causing death of 17-year-old Lital Yael Melnik in October 2021, receives seven-year sentence, with just three years left to serve.
New details from massacre
New details from massacre: Holocaust survivor shielded wife, and was murdered
Australian investigators say one attacker was recently fired from his job, a jihadist flag was found in the terrorists’ vehicle, and links to ISIS are now being examined.
'It wasn't planned'
Officer recounts elimination of top Hamas terrorist: 'It wasn't planned'
Captain A., who operated the drone that eliminated Ra'ad Sa'ad, shared: 'It was a great privilege. Another small step to complete the circle.'
Netanyahu: Australia’s antisemitism policy fuels hate, Israel will act against terrorists
At government meeting in Dimona, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticizes Australia's response to rising antisemitism, urging stronger action and condemning Prime Minister Albanese's policies for exacerbating hate.
'A gift beyond measure'
Watch: Captivity survivor lights the Menorah at the Western Wall
Western Wall Plaza hosted the lighting of the first Hanukkah candle, in the presence of dignitaries and with the participation of former captive Segev Kalfon.
'We're reviving the Negev'
'We're reviving the Negev': PM Netanyahu lays cornerstone for Dimona neighborhood
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu honors late brother Yoni, hero of Operation Entebbe, with cornerstone ceremony for new Dimona neighborhood.
‘We are the eternal people’
President Herzog's message to Australian Jews: ‘We are the eternal people’
President Isaac Herzog sent condolences to Australia’s Jewish community after a deadly terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration, stressing unity, resilience, and the triumph of light over darkness.
Rabbi Perez warns:
Rabbi Perez warns: Antisemitism masked as anti-Zionism fuels terror
World Zionist Organization President Rabbi Doron Perez expressed deep grief after the deadly Hanukkah shooting in Sydney, warning that unchecked antisemitic incitement has tragic consequences.
In less than an hour
In less than an hour: IDF eliminates two Hezbollah terrorists
The IDF struck and eliminated two Hezbollah terrorists in different areas in southern Lebanon within less than an hour.
Unusual Hanukkah discovery revealed during excavations
Excavations at the Eretz Israel Museum in Tel Aviv reveal a 2,000-year-old lamp - just in time for Hanukkah.
Arsen Ostrovsky among injured
Arsen Ostrovsky among injured | 'October 7, that’s the last time I saw this'
'These bastards will not win,' says Arsen Ostrovsky, a social media personality, chairman of the Jewish Council of Israel-Australia, who was injured in the Bondi terrorist attack.
Half a year ago:
Half a year ago: Victim of Sydney massacre looks out over Temple Mount
Rabbi Eli Schlanger, a Chabad emissary in Sydney, Australia, who was murdered in the shooting attack in the city, visited the roof of the Machkameh synagogue, at the edge of the Temple Mount.
Mike Huckabee:
Mike Huckabee criticizes Australian PM’s response to Bondi Beach attack
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee calls Prime Minister Albanese’s statement on the deadly Bondi Beach attack 'disgraceful,' for failing to mention the antisemitic motives in the murder of at least 12 people during a Hanukkah celebration.
