ICJ head appointed Prime Minister of Lebanon
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun appoints Nawaf Salam, head of the International Court of Justice, as Prime Minister. Hezbollah does not endorse any candidate.
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Jewish student leaves Montreal university after death threats
A Jewish student at Concordia University in Montreal has left his studies and returned to the United States following anti-Semitic threats on WhatsApp. The university administration has suspended the threatening student.
Los Angeles Fire:
Los Angeles Fire: 130,000 evacuated so far, at least five fatalities
Strong winds are driving the massive wildfire in Los Angeles onwards. At least five people were killed and a state of emergency has been declared in California.
Biden:
Biden: I really thought I had the best chance of beating Trump
US President says he believes he could have won reelection had he remained in the White House race, but acknowledges uncertainty about whether he would have completed another full term.
Watch:
Watch: Protesters destroy statue of Netanyahu in Mexico
The destruction was accompanied by shouts of 'Long Live Palestine' from the onlookers.
South Korean president builds fortress to avoid arrest
The presidential guard of South Korea's suspended President Yoon Suk-yeol is strengthening defenses at his official residence to prevent his arrest.
Israeli killed in ski accident in Romania
Israeli man killed in snowmobile accident at Azuga ski resort in central Romania.
Japanese fisherman sells bluefin tuna fish for 1.3 million dollars
Masahiro Takeuchi, a 73-year-old Japanese fisherman, sold a bluefin tuna at a Tokyo fish market for 1.3 million dollars.
After many hours:
After many hours: Three Israelis rescued from Mount Hakuba in Japan
Three Israelis who went snowboarding rescued from Japan's Mount Hakuba, after being trapped there for hours.
'Tried to topple the gov't'
Israeli arrested in Venezuela for 'trying to topple the government'
125 people arrested by the Venezuelan regime on charges of working to topple it. Among those arrested is an Israeli citizen.
Donald Trump:
Donald Trump: 'If the hostages aren't returned, there will be hell to pay—not ‘don’t’
Donald Trump reiterated his threat, stating "there will be hell to pay" if the hostages are not released by the time he assumes office.
Justin Trudeau resigns as Prime Minister of Canada
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation as the leader of the Liberal Party and as PM earlier today.
Drama in Austria:
Drama in Austria: Chancellor resigns after political stalemate
Chancellor Karl Nehammer announced his resignation after failing to form a unity government despite the far-right party's electoral gains.
Suspect identified
15 dead, dozens wounded, in New Orleans ramming attack
Two police officers shot after vehicle rams dozens of New Year's partygoers in New Orleans. At least 15 reported dead.
European elections shifting to the right
The upcoming German elections are poised to bring the conservative CDU back to power, signaling a shift in Europe towards right-leaning governments.
Financial Times:
Financial Times: Israel unlikely to attack Iranian nuclear sites
The Financial Times released a report for the end of 2024 correcting several previous suppositions that proved incorrect.
Nazi hunter calls to stop putting Nazis on trial
Thomas Walther, a German lawyer known for his involvement in prosecuting Nazis, has called for an end to the prosecution of Nazi criminals.
Azerbaijan demands Russia apologize for shooting down plane
President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan called on Russia to apologize and compensate for the downing of an Azerbaijani plane over Kazakhstan last week, which led to numerous casualties.
Kazakhstan plane crash caused by Russian AA missile
A Russian antiaircraft missile reportedly caused yesterday's plane crash in Kazakhstan, which claimed at least 38 lives.
Report:
Report: Assad's wife critically ill with leukemia
The Telegraph reports that Asma Al-Assad's chances of survival are 50/50, and she has been placed in isolation by her doctors to minimize the risk of infection due to her weakened immune system.
-15 Celcius:
Massive chanukiyot built in freezing Russia
In preparation for the lighting of the first candle of Hanukah, Jews in Tyumen in Siberia, and Samara in Russia build large and spectacular chanukiyot from ice.
Footage: Plane with 72 aboard crashes en route to Russia
Plane carrying dozens of passengers from Baku to Grozny crashes in Kazakhstan, at least 27 survive.
Haniyeh elimination
Iran responds to Katz's claim of responsibility for Haniyeh's elimination
Iran's ambassador to the UN writes to Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, says Iranian attack on Israel in October should be recognized as legitimate after Defense Minister Katz claimed responsibility for the elimination of Hamas leader.
After commuting 37 sentences
After commuting 37 sentences | Man who murdered 11 Jews to be executed
Despite record-breaking commutation, outgoing President Biden refuses to pardon three, including the murderer of 11 congregants at Pittsburgh's Tree of Life Synagogue in 2018.
Britain considering lowering voting age to 16
Lucy Powell, a senior Labour government member, indicated that the UK may introduce legislation to lower the voting age to 16 this spring.
Teacher Discovers:
Teacher Discovers: Vanished student became Syrian foreign minister
As'ad al-Shaybani, who was appointed Foreign Minister of Syria after the fall of the regime, had been a student in Turkey until recently. His teacher had been looking for him for two weeks before he learned of his new post.
Report:
Report: New investigation accuses Israelis of instigating Amsterdam riot
A Washington Post article disputes claims of one-sided violence against Maccabi Tel Aviv fans in Amsterdam, citing footage showing that both sides engaged in aggression.
Israel and US voice security suspicions about Elon Musk
Nine countries in Europe and the Middle East, including Israel, are questioning the credibility of entrepreneur Elon Musk, and fear sharing of sensitive information.
CNN blunder:
Prisoner CNN helped release found to be notorious Assad regime torturer
CNN admits prisoner it helped free from Syrian prison was actually notorious lieutenant for Assad regime, not civilian as he claimed.
PMO denies Netanyahu headed to Cairo for ceasefire talks
Prime Minister's Office issues denial after Reuters report of a dramatic development in hostage and ceasefire talks could signal that a deal may be signed in the coming days.
London:
London: Venue cancels Jewish concert
Just one day before Benny Friedman's concert in London, England, the secured venue pulled out citing 'security concerns.'
High school shooting:
Teen kills teacher and another student in Wisconsin high school shooting
17-year-old female student opens fire at private Christian school in Wisconsin, killing a teacher and another teenage student before committing suicide. The motive is unknown.
Report:
Report: Canadian govt. on verge of collapse; PM Trudeau to resign
Following weakening of the ruling party in Canada, Minister of Finance announces her resignation, and it is anticipated that the Prime Minister will also resign later today.
South Korean President denies attempting a coup
President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea addressed the failed coup attempts and ongoing investigation against him, dismissing claims that the imposition of martial law was a coup attempt.
Former Pres. Rivlin:
Former Pres. Rivlin: Queen Elizabeth believed every Israeli is a terrorist
Former Israeli President Reuven Rivlin speaks at London event, says the late Queen Elizabeth 'believed that every one of us is a terrorist or the son of a terrorist.'
Russia:
Russia: Lengthy jail sentences for rioters who targeted Jews at Dagestan airport
Sentences of 8 and 9 years in prison were handed down to nine of the participants in the attempted lynching at the Dagestan airport shortly after the outbreak of the war in Gaza.
Best airline companies:
List of best airlines in the world shows El Al in fourth place - from the bottom
Belgian airline, Brussels Airlines, takes first place in AirHelp's list of best airline companies. El Al fourth from last.
Khamenei: US and Zionist regime planned Assad's downfall
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei claims the main reason for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's downfall was US, Israeli planning in 'dark rooms.'
Report:
Report: Hamas provides list of hostages it holds
According to Saudi reports, Hamas provided mediators a list of hostages it holds.
Reports:
Reports: Israeli tanks are about 20 km from Damascus
In the wake of the toppling of Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad, Israel has struck more than 250 targets across Syria. Reports say the IDF has taken control of nine villages in the southern suburbs of Damascus.
