Antisemitism surges in Canada with 6,800 incidents in 2025
B’nai Brith report documents 6,800 antisemitic incidents in 2025, highlighting sharp rise, online surge, and growing concerns nationwide.
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Serious incident
Serious incident: Bedouin man broke into military post, stole machine gun from tank
According to the indictment, the suspect arrived at a military post near Kerem Shalom, climbed onto a tank, and stole a heavy machine gun, which he later hid.
IDF operations in Lebanon:
Over 30 weapons caches and command centers destroyed in two days in Lebanon
The IDF and the 91st Division struck dozens of weapons storage facilities, command centers, and additional Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon over the past two days.
Dramatic economic sanctions
Dramatic economic sanctions: A-G cancels tax benefits for donations to yeshivas
The Attorney General has dealt a severe economic blow to the haredi yeshivah world, determining that institutions where conscripts study will no longer be eligible for tax benefits for donors.
Trump rejects Iranian offer
Trump rejects Iranian offer, blockade to continue until Tehran agrees to nuclear terms
President Trump says US will maintain naval blockade on Iran until nuclear concerns are addressed, rejecting Tehran’s proposal to ease pressure.
Watch:
Watch: IDF destroys Hezbollah launcher hidden in civilian building
Soldiers identified and struck a Hezbollah launcher that had been positioned inside a civilian structure in southern Lebanon, aimed at Israel and IDF troops.
Marc Zell
Marc Zell: 'Iran's transparent strategy-stall & wait for Trump to face pressure'
Adv. Marc Zell, Chairman of Republicans Overseas Israel and VP and General Counsel of Republicans Overseas INC, says that neither the US or Israel is 'being led' by the other, but are partners.
Drone footage:
Drone footage: Hezbollah terrorist eliminated while riding a motorcycle
IDF drone identifies Hezbollah terrorist posing an imminent threat to troops and eliminates him as he attempts to flee on a motorcycle.
Report:
Report: IRGC has seized power from Supreme Leader
After Khamenei’s killing, Iran’s leadership shifts toward IRGC control, with Mojtaba Khamenei holding a limited role amid ongoing war.
Study shows
Study shows: Left-wing orgs inflate violence data in Judea and Samaria
Erez Weiner and Gabi Siboni published a study claiming that the term “settler violence" is the product of a coordinated campaign by left-wing organizations funded by foreign entities.
Petah Tikva murder:
11th suspect arrested in connection with murder of Yamano Zalka
Police arrested another suspect, aged 15, in connection with the murder of pizzeria employee Yamano Zalka in Petah Tikva last week.
Meron on Lag Ba'omer: Up to 1,500 people in each area
New plan limits Meron Lag Ba'omer gatherings to capped groups with timed entry, aiming to preserve tradition while ensuring safety under current security restrictions.
London stabbing
London stabbing: 'It's hunting season on Jews'
The Combat Antisemitism Movement warns that if governments continue to tolerate antisemitism, this 'hunting season on Jews' will continue.
London stabbing
London stabbing: 'Incitement against Jews leads to bloodshed'
World Zionist Organization chairman Yaakov Hagoel calls on UK leaders to eradicate antisemitic incitement, following the stabbing of 2 haredim in Golders Green.
Appeal to bar sex offender Rabbi from Lag B'Omer ceremony
The Movement for Quality Government has demanded that Rabbi Eliezer Berland and the Shuvu Banim community be barred from participating in the Lag BaOmer bonfire lightings in Meron.
IDF eliminates terrorist who crossed Gaza security line
Troops neutralize suspect approaching forces in southern Gaza, as military maintains operations under ceasefire terms.
Twice In A Week:
Twice In A Week: President of Germany's Union of Jewish Students attacked again
Ron Dekel, president of the Union of Jewish Students in Germany, was attacked twice within a week in Berlin, including near a synagogue, after he filmed harassment against him.
Approval granted for 126 permanent homes in Sa-Nur
Twenty-one years after the Disengagement, a plan to build 126 permanent homes in Sa-Nur was approved, with private houses alongside apartment buildings around the historic fortress.
Israel sanctions Hamas-linked Gaza flotilla campaign
Defense Minister Israel Katz announces sanctions targeting crowdfunding effort behind 'humanitarian' flotilla.
Judge compared illegal residents to Jews in the Holocaust
A Juvenile Court judge sparked controversy after comparing underage illegal residents of Israel to Jews in the Holocaust, during a hearing in which he decided not to convict them or impose a sentence.
In Lebanon:
IDF uncovers massive Hezbollah explosives, weapons cache in Lebanon
IDF troops locate 900-kg booby-trapped device and stockpiles of rockets and mortars, as forces continue operations to remove threats and eliminate terrorists in southern Lebanon.
Hezbollah's latest ceasefire breach
IAF downs UAVs launched from Lebanon as multiple aerial threats trigger sirens in northern Israel.
Palestinian couple exposed after 20 years with stolen identity
A covert investigation uncovered a Palestinian Arab couple who led double lives under an Israeli identity for over 20 years. They are suspected of fraud and receiving state funds.
Suspected murder-suicide in Ramle
Woman hit by vehicle in Ramle, man found lifeless after jumping from building, believed to be tied to single murder-suicide incident.
Massive building push in Jordan Valley
The Supreme Planning Council approved the construction and regularization plans for several Israeli towns in the Jordan Valley.
Trump threatens Iran: No more Mister Nice Guy
US President Donald Trump publishes aggressive social media post, warning Iran to 'get smart soon.'
Court rejects Netanyahu's request to delay start of testimony
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu walks out of court session with judges' approval after request to begin later rejected.
Switzerland rejects call to recognize Palestinian state
The Swiss parliament rejected a proposal to recognize a Palestinian state by a majority of 116 opposing votes. The Foreign Policy Committee determined that the conditions for recognition are not currently met.
Trump warns advisers:
Trump warns advisers: Prepare for extended blockade of Strait of Hormuz
Iranian official says ball in US' court, demands 'mutual respect,' removal of blockade.
IDF strikes Hezbollah targets, eliminates terrorists in Lebanon
IDF eliminates three Hezbollah terrorists, strikes Hezbollah military infrastructure.
Another Hasidic community moves to Emmanuel
Rabbis, community leaders and professionals held a meeting yesterday to premier a new housing project in Emmanuel for the Lelov Hasidic community.
Attack in Binyamin:
Attack in Binyamin: Two IDF soldiers lightly injured, one terrorist eliminated
IDF soldiers operating in the village of Silwad attacked by two terrorists who injured them. One terrorist eliminated and another apprehended.
Duke University lifts suspension of Students for Justice in Palestine
Duke University reinstates its Students for Justice in Palestine chapter and restores its funding after a brief suspension over antisemitic post.
Amid Iran blockade
US forces seize and release ship in Arabian Sea amid Iran blockade
US Central Command announces that American forces temporarily seized a vessel suspected of heading to Iran in the Arabian Sea, later releasing it after confirming it would not dock in an Iranian port.
US sanctions 35 Iranian entities in 'shadow banking' crackdown
US Treasury Department imposes sanctions on 35 individuals and entities tied to Iran’s shadow banking network, while warning banks against dealings with Chinese refineries paying Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
After protests and threats
Berlin branch of Eyal Shani restaurant closes after protests and threats
Berlin branch of popular Tel Aviv restaurant Gila and Nancy, owned by Israeli chef Eyal Shani and partner Shahar Segal, permanently closes after just eight months due to repeated protests and security concerns.
United Arab Emirates withdraws from OPEC
United Arab Emirates announces its withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+ effective May 1, citing alignment with its long-term economic and energy strategy. The decision represents a significant challenge to the influential oil cartel led by Saudi Arabia.
US 250th anniversary:
Trump portrait to appear in special US passport for 250th anniversary
US State Department preparing limited-edition redesign of the American passport featuring President Donald Trump’s portrait and signature to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary in July.
Israel’s ultimatum for a deal in Lebanon
Officials in Israel are making it clear that extending the ceasefire until mid-May is the last opportunity for negotiations. “We will not wait forever."
Former FBI Director Comey charged with threatening Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey indicted in North Carolina over an Instagram photo of seashells arranged as “86 47," which officials say constituted a threat against President Donald Trump.
