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Germany:

Germany arrests five suspects in foiled Islamist plot on Christmas market

German authorities arrest five men suspected of planning an Islamist car attack on a Bavarian Christmas market.

Lethal campus shooting:

Lethal campus shooting: 2 dead, 9 injured in shooting at Brown University

Shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, has left at least two dead and nine injured. The shooter is still at large.

Adams warns:

Adams warns of 'dark days' ahead under Mamdani’s NYC leadership

In interview with the New York Post, outgoing NYC Mayor Eric Adams warns of “dark days” under Zohran Mamdani, citing safety risks and antisemitism concerns.

Eisenkot in a surprising hint

Chairman of the "Yashar!" party, Gadi Eisenkot, hints in an interview at the possibility of forming a narrow government with the support of Arab parties.

Trump on deadly ISIS ambush in Syria: We will retaliate

Trump vows “very serious” retaliation after two US troops and a civilian were killed in an ISIS ambush in Syria. CENTCOM confirmed the attacker was eliminated.

Testimony from captivity: The terrorist and the propaganda

Eitan Mor, who returned from captivity in Gaza, reveals that a Hamas interrogator asked him for advice on how to draw more people to the Saturday night demonstrations at Hostages Square.

Unusual ambush in Syria leaves US soldiers dead

Syrian soldiers injured and two US soldiers killed, after gunman opens fire near Palmyra, Syria; shooter eliminated.

'Go to the gas chambers':

'Go to the gas chambers": Rabbi, children attacked in Melbourne

A Rabbi from Melbourne's Jewish community in Australia was accosted while riding a city train with his children when a local woman shouted at them, 'Go to the gas chambers.'

Watch:

Watch: Hamas rehearsed Ben-Gvir's kidnapping before the massacre

During a final exercise held days before the October 7th massacre, Hamas's elite Nukhba unit rehearsed the kidnapping of Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Pax Silica:

Israel joins US-led Pax Silica initiative to secure global AI supply chains

Israel joins US-led Pax Silica Initiative, a new international coalition securing critical supply chains for the AI era, placing itself alongside leading technology nations.

Footage of the Beautiful Six

Captivity survivor Eliya Cohen on footage of the Beautiful Six: 'It burns the heart'

Former hostage Eliya Cohen watches footage of six hostages murdered in captivity, tells of his parting from three of them. 'The terrorists told Ori, Almog, and Hersh that they were going home to their mothers.'

'A Man of Kindness'

'A Man of Kindness': Jewish Oscar winner Arthur Cohn passes away at 98

Swiss-Jewish film producer Arthur Cohn has died in Jerusalem at the age of 98. Six of his films won Academy Awards.

Watch: Ra'ad Sa'ad, October 7 architect, is eliminated

IDF, ISA, publish footage of the moment Hamas terrorist and October 7 architect Ra'ad Sa'ad is eliminated in Gaza City. Watch.

Two terrorists threaten IDF forces in Gaza

IDF forces identify two terrorists violating ceasefire and nearing IDF forces, eliminate one of them.

Two soldiers injured in Gaza

Two IDF soldiers injured when explosive device detonates during operations to clear southern Gaza of terror infrastructure.

Good news:

King Charles shares good news: Cancer treatment to be reduced

King Charles III says his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year, calling it “a personal blessing” and urging early screening as key to saving lives.

During Tehran memorial

Iran arrests Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi at lawyer’s memorial in Tehran

Iran reportedly violently arrests 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi at a memorial, her supporters say.

Israel hands mediators names, maps to locate Ran Gvili

Israel gives mediators names of Islamic Jihad terrorists and maps to locate Ran Gvili, stressing no progress in talks or deal will occur until his return.

Last hostage’s father:

Last hostage’s father: For me, until I get him back - he is alive

Families gather for Shabbat at Hostages Square, vowing not to forget Ran Gvili, the last remaining hostage.

Shabbat Shalom from Israel!

Shabbat Shalom from Israel! Updates continue from North America

Shabbat about to begin in Israel. Our North America desk will continue to update the site until Shabbat begins in New York.

Nvidia’s unwavering support for kidnapped employee shows true workplace family

Noa Argamani tells on X how during the two years her boyfriend Avinatan Or was held captive, Nvidia went beyond being a workplace, offering extraordinary support, demonstrating what true mutual responsibility looks like.

How Pinocchio encouraged Yosef Haim in captivity

Yosef Haim Ohana told Kan Reshet Bet that the Pinocchio theme song became his daily source of strength in Hamas captivity, offering light amid torture, starvation and fear.

Israel tops early betting odds for Eurovision 2026

Bookmaker Betfair's first Eurovision 2026 odds place Israel at the top, with Sweden, Finland, Ukraine, and Italy following closely behind.

London:

Hasmonean Primary named top Jewish school in Sunday Times ranking

Hasmonean Primary ranked top Jewish primary school in the UK, thanks to its academic strength and commitment to Torah Im Derech Eretz. The school says the achievement reflects dedicated staff, engaged pupils, and a supportive community.

Likud returns to pre-war poll position

For the first time since the war began, the Likud has received 28 seats in an election poll, but the current coalition bloc only received 52

Tragedy in Jerusalem:

Tragedy in Jerusalem: Special-needs teen succumbs to injuries from fire he set

Natan Tzvi Reisfeld, 13, passed away at Hadassah Ein Kerem after suffering critical burns from a Ramot building blaze that he started before being rescued by firefighters.

2nd time this week:

2nd time this week: IDF strikes Hezbollah training facility in Lebanon

IDF struck a compound used by Hezbollah's Radwan Force to conduct shooting exercises and additional training on the use of various types of weapons.

Watch:

Watch: Palestinian posed as an Israeli, infiltrators found in trunk

Forces arrested a Palestinian Arab who posed as an Israeli and attempted to pass through a checkpoint with two other illegal entrants in his trunk.

Eitan Mor recounts:

Eitan Mor recounts: 'I accepted the fact that I will die in Gaza, it helped me live'

In an interview with Makor Rishon, former hostage Eitan Mor details his abduction, the severe starvation in Hamas tunnels, and the moments of faith that helped him survive.

'Shame on Israel!'

'Shame on Israel!' | Thousands of haredim protest Israeli draft in London

Thousands from several haredi communities in the British capital gathered outside the Israeli embassy to protest the conscription bill.

Amid heavy storm:

Amid heavy storm: Items belonging to missing man found

Police are searching the area surrounding the Yarkon Stream in Ramat Gan for 19-year-old Bnei Brak resident Eliyahu Abba Shaul, who went missing on Wednesday.

Anti-Israel incitement

EJA files legal action over Bob Vylan’s Brussels concert incitement

European Jewish Association launches legal action after Bob Vylan’s Brussels concert incited chants of “Death to the IDF”.

Israel Allies Foundation honors Trump at Washington, D.C., gala

IAF gala in DC honors President Trump for historic pro-Israel leadership, regional security role, and faith-based diplomacy.

First in-person hearing held for suspect in Charlie Kirk shooting

Tyler Robinson, accused of killing Charlie Kirk, faces court in Utah. Evidence includes DNA, confession texts, and a rifle. Prosecutors plan to seek the death penalty.

Storm Byron:

Storm Byron: Search for missing man from Bnei Brak, residents rescued in Beit Shikma

Police are searching for Eliyahu Aba Shaul, missing from Bnei Brak. Severe flooding in Beit Shikma, with MDA working to evacuate casualties.

Trump:

Trump: Mideast peace achieved after strikes on Iran’s nuclear program

US President says peace in the Middle East was made possible by US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, adds 59 nations support stability efforts in Gaza and beyond.

Cabinet approves:

Cabinet approves: 19 new communities in Judea and Samaria

Led by Ministers Smotrich and Katz: The Security Cabinet approves the establishment of 19 communities in Judea and Samaria, including Ganim and Kadim, which were evacuated about 20 years ago during the Disengagement in northern Samaria.

The full documentation:

The full documentation: How the six hostages held on to hope

Additional footage found in the Gaza Strip shows the six hostages who were murdered in the tunnel, embracing, wishing each other a Happy New Year, playing games, cutting hair, and lighting Hanukkah candles.

'The Beautiful Six'

'The Beautiful Six': Families of the six hostages reflect on Hanukkah captivity video

The families of six murdered hostages share an emotional response to footage showing their loved ones lighting Hanukkah candles in captivity, emphasizing their strength, unity, and humanity.

Mass skin infection halts naval cadet training course

The Navy's naval cadet course was suspended for several days following an outbreak of a skin illness among dozens of cadets.