Yitz Goldberg

Sydney

Assailant stabs bishop, worshipers at church in Sydney

One of the victims, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, is the leader of an ultra-conservative sect of the Assyrian Orthodox faith.

UK:

UK: 3 charged for pro-Palestinian protest outside Labour head's home

Three activists were charged with public order offenses after they demonstrated outside the home of Sir Keir Starmer calling for an arms embargo on Israel. PM Sunak: 'No MP should be harassed at their own home.'

Jewish-British comedian to make aliyah to Israel

Writer and comedian Lee Kern announces he will be moving to the Jewish State, Minister of Immigration and Absorption congratulates: 'No doubt that the thousands of olim since October 7 give Israel a backbone to defeat our enemy!'

Poll:

Poll: 71% of Palestinian Arabs support October 7th attack

A Palestinian-run survey found that 71% of Palestinians see the decision to attack Israel on October 7th as a good one. 93% do not believe terror organization committed war crimes.

Watch:

Watch: Arabs enter Israeli territory using ladders and ropes

Border Police caught infiltrators crossing the security fence and entering a vehicle in southern Israel. Three illegal infiltrators and the driver have been indicted.

'I'm just a yid'

'I'm just a yid' | Punk rock parody explores Jewish feelings post October 7th

In a parody of the song 'I'm Just a Kid' The Groggers' frontman Eli (Doug) Staiman laments the Jew-hatred from all directions: 'It's like the newest past time's committing hate crimes.' But ends with a message of hope: 'You're not alone in the world'

UK:

UK: Pro-Israel MP forced to leave politics after death threats from Islamists

British MP Mike Freer announced he would not seek reelection following an arson attack on his office and numerous death threats by Islamists.

'Serious threat to the peace'

'Serious threat to the peace' |Biden signs order to sanction four 'settlers'

Order states that such acts of violence 'undermine the foreign policy objectives of the United States, including the viability of a two-state solution.'

'We live in a Zionist city'

'We live in a Zionist city' | NYU professor denies Hamas atrocities

Amin Husain told a group of students in a pro-Palestinian 'teach-in' that allegations of rape and other atrocities by Hamas were 'not true.'

Hamas propaganda?

Factual encyclopedia or Hamas propaganda? | Wikipedia's shocking anti-Israel bias

Arutz Sheva found that the Arabic version of the online encyclopedia displays a PLO flag and banner calling to stop the 'genocide.' Arabic versions of articles are biased, with some presenting unconfirmed reports or even blatant lies as facts.

London:

Police foil plot by pro-Palestinian activists to disrupt London Stock Exchange

Six activists from the Palestine Action group allegedly intended to target the London Stock Exchange on Monday morning, causing damage and 'locking on' to prevent the building from opening for trading.

Mike Pence to IDF soldiers:

Pence to IDF soldiers: 'The American people are with you, whatever Israel needs to do'

The former Vice President toured Kfar Aza and met with IDF soldiers.

White House NSC spokesman:

John Kirby: 'Jerusalem attack another example of the threat Israel faces'

John Kirby says the US hopes to extend ceasefire into into 'an eighth, ninth, and tenth day, and beyond.'

London:

London: Pro-Israel right-wing activist removed from march against antisemitism

EDL founder Tommy Robinson was forcibly removed from a pro-Israel rally after organizers said he was unwelcome.

French FM to Iranian FM:

French FM to Iranian counterpart: 'Everyone must condemn terrorist attacks against Israel'

Minister Catherine Colonna firmly warned her counterpart against any escalation or extension of the conflict, particularly in Lebanon.

British Labour Party in upheaval over Israel ceasefire vote

SNP's bid to get MPs to call for a ceasefire was knocked down with a 293-125. Nine Labour shadow ministers have resigned.

Suella Braverman removed from post as UK Home Secretary

The staunchly pro-Jewish secretary was accused of undermining the operational independence of - and public confidence in - the police.

Beware of fake news:

Beware of fake news: Hamas and supporters promote disinformation about war

X's lax disinformation policies, together with advanced AI and animation technologies, make it easier to spread fake news.

Reprehensible:

Reprehensible: Congresswoman calls on US to stop funding Israel amid Hamas attack

US Representative Cori Bush says stopping US funding of 'Israeli apartheid' would help calm the situation.

Celebrating Sukkot in Israel?

Celebrating Sukkot in Israel? Where to party like they did in the temple

Every night, a temple-period celebration is brought to life in countless locations across the country.

Iran claims:

Iran claims: Major ISIS bombing attack in Tehran foiled

According to the regime's intelligence Ministry, it foiled a plot to detonate 30 bombs simultaneously and arrested 28 ISIS members.

'You voted to destroy America'

'You voted to destroy America' | Donald Trump's Rosh Hashanah greetings for liberal Jews

The former president wished liberal Jews 'make better choices" and listed several actions taken for Israel and the Jewish people.

450 sheep, 60K guests, $1.85M:

450 sheep, 60K guests, $1.85M: A look into the Palestinian Arab wedding of the century

Videos show the massive scope of the wedding reception held for Ahmad, the son of PA businessman Tareq Natsheh.

Republican candidate wears Israeli flag pin at debate

Former governor of Arkansas, Asa Hutchinson, has been a vocal supporter of Israel. He visited the country four times while he was governor.

10 months after border deal:

10 months after border deal: Gas rig arrives on Lebanese coast

Transocean Barents offshore drilling platform to begin search for gas in Block 9, which was acquired last October in deal with Israel.

Arab countries ban travel to Lebanon due to Palestinian violence

The UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and others warn citizens not to travel to Lebanon amid clashes between Palestinian factions in Sidon.

Fmr. US Ambassador Friedman:

Fmr. US Ambassador Friedman: 'Why would Gov't proceed with Judicial Reform? Bad timing'

Statement seems to be change of course for the former ambassador, who until recently voiced opposition to American criticism of the bill.

Western Wall:

German abbot asked to cover cross to respect Jewish holy site, attacks government

A Western Wall usher asked Abbot Nikodemus Schnabel to cover the large cross around his neck to respect the Jewish holy site.

White House:

White House: 'Herzog visit to highlight enduring partnership and friendship'

President Herzog and his counterpart will discuss opportunities to deepen Israel’s regional integration and more.

Pittsburgh synagogue attack:

Pittsburgh synagogue attack: Gunman who murdered 11 eligible for death penalty

The jury found that Robert Bowers, who spent six months planning the attack, had formed the requisite legal intent to kill.

Simcha Rothman:

Simcha Rothman: Is Bernie Sanders a surprise supporter of Israel's judicial reform?

As the conservative-leaning Supreme Court passes rulings, the American left is increasingly critical of it, calling for reform.

Netanyahu to IDF cadets:

Netanyahu to IDF cadets: 'There are no grounds for refusal to serve, on any side'

Netanyahu discussed the current rift in the nation. 'Our enemies don't differentiate between this or that camp, between the Right and Left.

IDF Chief of Staff:

IDF Chief of Staff: An Officer cannot stand by as an Israeli firebombs an Arab house

During the IDF officer course graduation, LTG Herzi Halevi addressed recent violent incidents in Judea and Samaria.

Senator Ted Cruz:

Senator Ted Cruz: 'Joe Biden is pathologically obsessed with undermining Israel'

The Republican Senator criticized the Biden Admin's decision to stop funding and participating in research in Judea and Samaria.

Following harsh remarks:

Following harsh remarks: Israeli Foreign Minister summons Ukrainian ambassador for rebuke

FM Eli Cohen clarified that 'despite the complex situation with Russia, Israel stood beside Ukraine since the beginning of the war.'

German woman convicted for joining ISIS, enslaving Yazidi woman

A German court convicted a woman known as Nadine K., who joined ISIS and abused a Yazidi woman, together with her husband.

Team Israel first baseman gets first MLB hit

Spencer Horwitz hit his major league first base hit during his first MLB start with the Toronto Blue Jays.

Second time in a month:

Second time in a month: Unannounced IDF exercise causes public panic

Less than a month after an explosion worried civilians in southern Israel, northern residents concerned by heavy fighter jet traffic.

In two weekend operations:

Police work to nab illegal PA Arab infiltrators in two weekend operations

According to the police, 284 illegal aliens were arrested over the past week, along with 53 Israeli accomplices.

Secretary of State Blinken:

Secretary of State Blinken: 'We will discuss normalization during Saudi Arabia trip'

Secretary Blinken told AIPAC: 'The US has a real national security interest in promoting normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia'