12 terror attacks foiled in Jerusalem ahead of Ramadan
6 pipe bombs found in bag in eastern Jerusalem as police, security forces work to prevent Hamas from using Ramadan to cause a conflagration in Jerusalem or the Temple Mount.
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European Court of Human Rights to review legality of ban on Shor Party
The European Court of Human Rights decided on Monday to hear arguments in the case brought by the Shor party against Moldova after it was banned from running in elections last year.
Rabbi Yosef Zvi Rimon appointed new President of World Mizrachi
The World Mizrachi Movement has appointed Rabbi Yosef Zvi Rimon as its new Nasi (President). The internationally acclaimed halachic expert, author, educator and lecturer succeeds Kurt Rothschild, who served as World Mizrachi’s President until his passing in 2022.
Bennett to Fox News:
Shame on people criticizing Israel. It's so easy to sit in LA and tell us we're doing bad
Naftali Bennet claims that "President Biden has been a great friend to Israel. But now is the real time. Now is the time to stand behind Israel. If this was done to the US, the equivalent would be about 36,000 Americans murdered, burned, raped. What would the US do?”
Biden reacts to death of Itay Chen:
Biden reacts to death of Itay Chen: Devastated, won't stop working to bring hostages home
US President reacts to killing of US citizen Itay Chen and the abduction of his body by Hamas, reiterates 'commitment' to families of the hostages.
8 Senators demand Biden stop giving Israel weapons
7 Democratic Senators and Bernie Sanders write to US President accusing Israel of limiting amount of humanitarian aid allowed into Gaza and demanding US stop providing weapons until Israel changes policy.
Knesset holds first debate on left-wing violence
MK Zvi Sukkot led a deliberation on left-wing activist violence, harassment, and vandalism. 'This is one step closer to victory,' he commented.
Cleared for publication:
Cleared for publication: Body of US citizen SGT Itay Chen held by Hamas
Chen, aged 19 when he fell, served as a combat soldier in the 75th Battalion of the Saar Hagolan (7th) formation.
'A two-state solution is against the will of God'
A delegation of Evangelical community leaders visited Samaria and denounced the calls for a two-state solution.
Jerusalem police commander:
Jerusalem police commander: 'Hamas trying to create significant escalation in Jerusalem'
Police used a variety of forces and equipment throughout Jerusalem to ensure prayers would go safely and smoothly.
Hostages' cousin to CNN:
Hostages' cousin to CNN: 'When you look at your kids, remember their faces'
In an emotional conversation, six men and women whose loved ones were taken hostage by Hamas told Jake Tapper about their feelings, expectations from the world, and hopes.
Queen of Jordan:
Queen of Jordan: 'Palestinians have endured 156 October 7ths'
The Queen of Jordan criticized Israel for excessive destruction and food insecurity in Gaza, and claimed that the collateral damage was part of a larger and more sinister plan.
Floyd Mayweather receives Champion for Israel Award
The renowned boxer was awarded the prize by the Aish World Center for his advocacy against hate and antisemitism and his support for Israel.
Terrorist who fired rockets at Israel eliminated after exiting launch site
Troops monitored the source of the fire, identified the terrorist who exited the launch site and directed an aircraft that struck the terrorist.
Court rejects appeal of terrorist who murdered and raped girl
Arafat Rafaiyah, who raped and murdered 19-year-old Ori Ansbacher in 2019, claimed he was mentally unfit to stand trial. He was sentenced to life plus 20 years in prison.
Head of PA intelligence considered to run Gaza
Israeli security officials are considering backing Majid Faraj, a close confidant of PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas, to manage civilian life in the Gaza Strip.
Fmr. WH Chief of Staff:
Fmr. WH Chief of Staff: Trump praised Hitler, said he did some good things
In a new book Trump’s former White House chief of staff, John Kelly says the former President admired dictators and even had good things to say about the Nazi leader.
'Why did they abduct my brothers?'
'Why did they abduct my brothers?' Relative of Arab hostages confronts PA ambassador at UN
Ali a-Ziyadna berated Palestinian Authority Ambassador to the UN Riyad Mansour following a Security Council meeting that discussed Hamas's sexual violence.
Trump:
Trump: One of my first actions will be to free Jan. 6 rioters
Former US President says one of his first actions if he is reelected in November would be to free rioters imprisoned for their actions during the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol.
US intelligence report:
US intelligence report: Netanyahu’s leadership viability 'in jeopardy'
US intelligence community assesses in its annual report that Israel will fight Hamas for years to come.
In Saudi Arabia:
US rabbi asked to remove kippah, delegation cuts Saudi Arabia visit short
US delegation on religious freedom cuts short its visit to Saudi Arabia after one of its members asked to remove his kippah.
Jewish American singer Eric Carmen dies at 74
Carmen formed The Raspberries in 1970 and later launched a solo career. He was known for the songs “Hungry Eyes” and “All By Myself”.
'Israel has my support'
Dutch right-wing leader meets Herzog: Israel will always have my support
Dutch right-wing leader Geert Wilders says he met President Isaac Herzog, pledges his full support to Israel in fighting terrorism.
CIA director:
CIA director: A ceasefire and hostage deal is critical
CIA director William Burns tells Senators the parties are trying to broker a deal for a six-week ceasefire that would allow for the release of 40 hostages as well as Palestinian Arab prisoners being held in Israel.
Report:
Report: Biden will consider conditioning aid if Israel invades Rafah
Four US officials tell Politico President Biden will consider conditioning military aid to Israel if the country moves forward with a large-scale invasion of Rafah.
Northern Samaria:
Explosive device thrown at soldiers near Homesh in northern Samaria
Homesh Yeshiva urges the IDF to launch an operation against terrorist cells in northern Samaria.
IDF strikes Hezbollah sites in Lebanon
Officials in Lebanon say at least one civilian was killed and several others injured in the Israeli strikes in the Beqaa Valley.
Foreign Minister Katz at UN:
Foreign Minister Katz at UN: Hamas must be declared a terrorist organization
UN Security Council meets to discuss report acknowledging Hamas committed mass sexual violence on October 7. Russia with outrageous claim: There was "systematic sexual abuse" of Palestinians too.
Foreign Minister to UN chief:
Foreign Minister to UN chief: You will be remembered for bringing UN to all-time low
Foreign Minister Israel Katz writes scathing letter to United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres attacking his lack of response to report on Hamas rapes, growth of institutional UN antisemitism during his tenure.
National Unity MK:
National Unity MK: 'Who are you to tell the IDF who should lead?'
MK Elazar Stern denounced Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich for claiming that the IDF no longer has the mandate to make any appointments of senior officers.
IDF Spokesman:
IDF Spokesman: Hamas number 3 targeted, death unconfirmed
Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari confirms Marwan Issa was targeted in an airstrike, military investigating if he was killed.
Jericho names street after US airman who died setting himself on fire
Aaron Bushnell, who set himself on fire outside the Israeli embassy in Washington while screaming 'free Palestine' and accusing Israel of genocide, honored in Jericho.
Ticking bomb:
Terrorist killed on way to carry out suicide attack
Jenin resident with gun and a ready-to-use explosive device killed while on his way into Israel to carry out a suicide attack in the immediate term.
Gallant hints at assassination of Hamas leader
Defense Minister meets General Staff leaders, lauds recent 'successes' in apparent reference to death of Hamas' number 3 in Gaza, Marwan Issa.
Orthodox woman punched in the head in Crown Heights
Chabad woman assaulted by African American man who punched her without provocation as she stood on a Brooklyn street corner.
IDF transfers Palestinian orphans to Bethlehem
A large IDF force was assigned to bring a group of more than 70 orphans and adult chaperones from the Gaza Strip to Palestinian Authority territory.
Man arrested for burning Israeli flag in Jerusalem
Police dispersed a protest march in Jerusalem that included burning the Israeli flag and making declarations against Israel.
'Violent' anti-Israel protest targets Teaneck synagogue
Multiple protestors arrested as 1,000 anti-Israel protestors gather outside Orthodox synagogue holding event on real estate in Israel.
Terrorists open fire from next to woman, children
After terrorists open fire on soldiers in Khan Yunis, 'Matador' missile eliminates them while avoiding harm to woman and 2 children in the next room.
Netanyahu interviews military secretary candidates
Two IDF generals are being considered for the role - the commander of the 99th Division and the commander of training and exercises.
