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A group of Levites sang the final verse of 'Maoz Tzur' at Judaism's holiest site in memory of the victims of the horrific terror attack in Sydney.
For the first time, the Chief Rabbi of Israel lit the first candle at the Brandenburg Gate in Germany.
Hundreds of holy books were buried this week in Ukraine, after the historic synagogue of the Sadigora Hasidic community was burned.
An agreement signed today between the Ministry of Defense and the Jerusalem Municipality will regulate the transfer of security infrastructures and strategic projects to the capital.
The Israel Justice Organization held its high-profile summit last week in New York City, honoring Fox News host Brian Kilmeade as a steadfast ally in the fight against antisemitism and for strong US-Israel ties.
Rabbi Yosef Eichenblatt expresses harsh criticism of local police and deep concern over what he says is the Australian government’s failure to confront rising antisemitism.
A defamation suit filed by a Judea and Samaria District police officer against right-wing activists may lead to the disclosure of new evidence in the case of Ahuvya Sandak's death.
The names of eight of the 15 victims of the murderous attack at a Hanukkah event in Bondi Beach have been released. Police believe the massacre was carried out by a father and son.
Sara Valanunu, a JNF representative in Australia, recounted the Bondi Beach massacre in an interview with Israeli media.
Assad family live in Russian luxury as 'Bashar returns to work in ophthalmology - doing what he always loved.'
Rabbi Nathanel Friedler of Kehillat Masada in Sydney, Australia issues a strengthening message following the shocking murders: 'The 2025 Hanukkah candles will never be forgotten in Sydney.'
Speaking at the Israel Justice Organization Summit in NYC, Brian Kilmeade compares diplomacy to sports, saying that both the US and Israel sometimes err in good faith, while their adversaries act with clear malice.
Chanukah celebrates miracles. The miracle no one talks about: Natan Kenig spent months under fire ensuring no missing persons from October 7. Every family got closure. He gave everything. Now the miracle-maker is falling.
A 56-year-old man from Russia took for himself the name of a Chabad emissary murdered in the Bondi Beach attack during his circumcision ceremony.
How did an ancient pendant made of cast lead, decorated on both sides with a seven-branched menorah, come to Jerusalem at a time when Jewish presence in the city was restricted?
Chabad rabbi of Sydney’s Bondi Beach calls on Jews to respond with faith, unity, and renewed strength, 'All they want to do is bring us down, kill us, make us lose hope, but terror will not stifle our lives as Jews.'
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.
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.
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.
The Telegraph reports that the massacre, in which 16 people were murdered and about 42 injured, was planned with in a Hezbollah-related style.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
Omer Shem Tov, held 505 days by Hamas, says Trump’s election struck fear in captors: “I saw the fear in their eyes.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Police investigate drive-by shooting at Redlands Jewish home decorated for Hanukkah; ADL, officials condemn antisemitic attack. Suspect remains at large.
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.'
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.
The body located in the Yarkon River following extensive searches has been identified as that of missing Bnei Brak teen Eliyahu Aba Shaul, 19.
Shas chief Aryeh Deri attempts to encourage support for Draft Law, demanding greater involvement on the part of Likud MKs.
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.
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.
Four-year-old boy, unvaccinated and with preexisting conditions, dies of influenza, raising this year's pediatric death toll to four.
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.
