Yitz Goldberg

Yitz Goldberg

Editor and writer at Israel National News-Arutz Sheva

Editor and writer with a background in Middle Eastern affairs, religious Zionist politics, and US domestic affairs.

News by Yitz Goldberg

Hitler-praising UFC fighter choked out

Bryce Mitchelle was choked into submission by Jean Silva, losing his first match since going on a rant calling Hitler a 'good guy' and denying the Holocaust.

Hitler-praising UFC fighter choked out

US sanctions Iranian entities and individual for nuclear program support

Sanctions target Iranian companies and an individual for supporting nuclear activities linked to AEOI and TESA.

US sanctions Iranian entities and individual for nuclear program support

Iranian Foreign Minister:

Iranian Foreign Minister: 'If the US has the necessary will, an agreement can be reached'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi shed light on the upcoming talks between him and the US and made clear that he rejects the plan supported by Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Iranian Foreign Minister: 'If the US has the necessary will, an agreement can be reached'

Report:

Report: Envoy of Sudanese military ruler pays covert visit to Israel

Sudanese media is reporting that an envoy for interem leader Abdel Fattah al-Burha conveyed several messages to PM Netanyahu, including Sudan's intention to finalize the normalization process.

Report: Envoy of Sudanese military ruler pays covert visit to Israel

Haaretz columnist appears on podcast with extremist known for praising terrorists

Jackson Hinke, who praises terrorists daily and even recently visited Yemen to meet with Houthis leaders, interviewed Haaretz columnist Gideon Levy, who attacked Israel and its government to Hinkle's delight.

Haaretz columnist appears on podcast with extremist known for praising terrorists

US Senator Graham calls on Netanyahu not to appoint Eli Sharvit as ISA Chief

US Senator Lindsey Graham published a post calling on Israel to reconsider the appointment of VADM Eli Sharvit, who recently wrote a column criticizing President Trump's policies.

US Senator Graham calls on Netanyahu not to appoint Eli Sharvit as ISA Chief

After missile attack

IDF strikes Hezbollah Beirut stronghold after missile attack on north

The IDF confirmed that it struck infrastructure for storing UAVs used by Hezbollah's aerial unit in the Dahieh suburb.

IDF strikes Hezbollah Beirut stronghold after missile attack on north

Quds Day:

Supporters of the Iranian regime gather in central London to mark Quds Day

On a stage outside the BBC headquarters speakers including Muslim clerics and British leftists took the stage to protest Israel and any support of it.

Supporters of the Iranian regime gather in central London to mark Quds Day

US Justice Department announces task force to pursue justice for victims of Hamas attack

Attorney General Pamela Bondi vows 'there will be consequences' as the task force targets those responsible for the October 7 attack, prosecutes Hamas leadership and combats terrorism financing.

US Justice Department announces task force to pursue justice for victims of Hamas attack

US State Department:

US State Department offers up to $15 mil. for info on Houthi, Hezbollah money network

The US is offering rewards for information on Houthi financiers, their associates, or their financial networks and Hezbollah cash smuggling by airport employees, customs officers, or aviation officials, or related illicit activities or individuals.

US State Department offers up to $15 mil. for info on Houthi, Hezbollah money network

US deports doctor after pro-Hezbollah photos are found on phone

Dr. Rasha Alawieh, a Lebanese Brown University professor, was deported after US authorities ignored a judge's order and found Hezbollah-related content on her phone.

US deports doctor after pro-Hezbollah photos are found on phone

Toronto Police podcast:

Toronto Police podcast: Officers praise ‘positive’ impact of October 7 massacre on Islam

Toronto Police Service issued an apology and removed the episode of the Project Olive Branch podcast in which a Muslim officer claimed the 10.7 Massacre led people to research and later convert to Islam.

Toronto Police podcast: Officers praise ‘positive’ impact of October 7 massacre on Islam

'Irrelevant and anti-academic'

Bar Ilan U. cancels conference because it had no female speakers

The administration at Bar Ilan University decided to cancel a professional conference on military intelligence due to a lack of female representation.

Bar Ilan U. cancels conference because it had no female speakers

For a second time:

For a second time: Anti-Israel protesters storm building at Barnard College

Anti-Israel student-protesters stormed the Milstein Library declaring it the 'Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya Liberated Zone.'

For a second time: Anti-Israel protesters storm building at Barnard College

Is Rabbi Kahane making a comeback on social media?

Zionist influencers and activists crossed swords on social media after a prominent activist posted a video of the right-wing rabbi and politician.

Is Rabbi Kahane making a comeback on social media?

After Gaza celebrations:

Lindsey Graham calls for 'annihilation' of Hamas in response to Gaza celebrations

US Senator Lindsey Graham described the people of Gaza as 'the most radicalized on the planet' and called for phase two of the ceasefire deal to include the expulsion of Hamas from Gaza.

Lindsey Graham calls for 'annihilation' of Hamas in response to Gaza celebrations

Russian media echoes Hamas propaganda, blames Netanyahu for hostages' deaths

Russian state-controlled RT uploaded posts blaming Netanyahu for the deaths of the hostages, calling Hamas terrorists 'resistance fighters.' Israeli Ambassador: 'RT demonstrated not only a lack of professionalism but also antisemitism and pure malice.'

Russian media echoes Hamas propaganda, blames Netanyahu for hostages' deaths

Arab Reports:

Arab Reports: Lebanon blocking flight from Tehran due to cash for Hezbollah

The Lebanese government is blocking an Iranian civilian airplane from landing in Tehran reportedly to meet an Israeli demand to prevent Iran from using flights to fund Hezbollah.

Arab Reports: Lebanon blocking flight from Tehran due to cash for Hezbollah

US imposes sanctions on ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan

Following President Trump's executive order imposing sanctions on the ICC, the Treasury has added the court's prosecutor to its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List.

US imposes sanctions on ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan

New York City:

New York City councilwoman quits Women's Caucus over silence on Hamas treatment of women

Councilwoman Inna Vernikov left the NYC Council's Women's Caucus after it failed to unequivocally condemn Hamas's actions against Israeli women.

New York City councilwoman quits Women's Caucus over silence on Hamas treatment of women

With Trump’s ideas, tone down the excitement-avoid disappointment

While Trump’s plan for Gaza is great, there is a long way to go before it can be implemented, so let us not get our hopes too high. Opinion.

With Trump’s ideas, tone down the excitement-avoid disappointment

Speaker Johnson:

Speaker Johnson: Trump's plan for Gaza 'a bold move to ensure peace'

Speaker Johnson on President Trump's statement on the US taking over Gaza: "There'll be more details forthcoming...he's taking bold decisive action to try to ensure the peace of that region. It's a bold move. Far bolder than wh

Speaker Johnson: Trump's plan for Gaza 'a bold move to ensure peace'

'Ethnic cleansing'

'Ethnic cleansing' | Democratic lawmaker seeks to impeach Trump over Gaza plan

Rep. Al Green says he would bring articles of impeachment against President Trump for 'dastardly deeds proposed and dastardly deeds done.'

'Ethnic cleansing' | Democratic lawmaker seeks to impeach Trump over Gaza plan

After over a year at war:

After over a year at war: Givati Brigade withdraws from Gaza Strip

After a year and three months of intensive battles in which it lost 86 soldiers, the Givati Brigade left the Gaza Strip to prepare for its next mission.

After over a year at war: Givati Brigade withdraws from Gaza Strip

'Why aren't you in the Hague?'

'Why aren't you in the Hague?' Anti-Israel hecklers disrupt Blinken's final press briefing

During his final press conference as Secretary of State Antony Blinken was heckled twice by anti-Israel protesters. 'You waved the white flag before Israeli fascism.'

'Why aren't you in the Hague?' Anti-Israel hecklers disrupt Blinken's final press briefing

Nahal Brigade Commander:

Nahal Brigade Commander: 'We lost 16 of the Brigade's finest soldiers'

In recent days, the Nahal Brigade’s troops have been engaging in intense combat in the area, during which both commanders and soldiers have fallen.

Nahal Brigade Commander: 'We lost 16 of the Brigade's finest soldiers'

Anti-Israel organization files complaint against Israeli citizen in Sweden

Anti-Israel Hind Rajab Foundation says it filed a complaint against an IDF soldier who is visiting Sweden, accusing him of war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Anti-Israel organization files complaint against Israeli citizen in Sweden

London:

London: Police prevent anti-Israel protest near synagogue

Met. Police make clear that it will prevent the Palestine Solidarity Campaign from gathering outside the BBC headquarters, down the street from the Central London Synagogue.

London: Police prevent anti-Israel protest near synagogue

Following backlash:

Following backlash: Organizers reverse decision to ban Israelis from competition

The World Bowls Tour reversed its decision to ban three Israeli athletes from its upcoming competition in the UK after it says significant additional security measures have been put in place.

Following backlash: Organizers reverse decision to ban Israelis from competition

After anti-Israel pressure

After anti-Israel pressure: Israeli athletes banned from international bowls competition

Three Israeli competitors were banned from the World Indoor Championships in Norfolk after the planned participation of an Israeli competitor in a recent competition was met with severe protests.

After anti-Israel pressure: Israeli athletes banned from international bowls competition

WHO chief was in Sanaa airport during Israeli strike

Tedros Ghebreyesus claims he was meters away from the location struck by Israeli jets in the Sanaa International Airport.

WHO chief was in Sanaa airport during Israeli strike

Erdoğan:

Erdoğan: 'Turkey is bigger than Turkey, we can't limit ourselves'

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said that history assigned Turkey a mission to expand its borders.

Erdoğan: 'Turkey is bigger than Turkey, we can't limit ourselves'

New Syrian government representatives meet with Druze leaders

Representatives of Syria's transitional government met with leaders in Sweida, the capital of the Jabal Druze region to discuss government services and the need to show that the new government is tolerant towards religious minorities.

New Syrian government representatives meet with Druze leaders

Iran:

Watch: Iranian school principal's attempts at 'Death to Israel' chant fail hilariously

A viral video shows a high school principal in Iran trying to get his students to chant 'Death to Israel' and 'Death to America,' the students instead reply 'Death to Palestine.'

Watch: Iranian school principal's attempts at 'Death to Israel' chant fail hilariously

Staunchly Pro-Israel Rep. Brian Mast picked to lead House Foreign Affairs Committee

Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fla.), who has volunteered with the IDF and has spoken out firmly for Israel, was selected to chair the House Foreign Affairs Committee.

Staunchly Pro-Israel Rep. Brian Mast picked to lead House Foreign Affairs Committee

As Assad regime nears collapse:

As Assad regime nears collapse: IDF sends reinforcements to Golan Heights

Amid the developments in Syria and concerns that the Assad regime may be close to collapsing the Israeli Security Cabinet will meet on both Saturday and Sunday evening.

As Assad regime nears collapse: IDF sends reinforcements to Golan Heights

Trump picks Adam Boehler as Envoy for Hostage Affairs

During Trump's previous term, Boehler worked as a lead negotiator on the Abraham Accords team, Trump noting: 'Adam will work tirelessly to bring our great American citizens home.'

Trump picks Adam Boehler as Envoy for Hostage Affairs

Trump taps Jewish astronaut and businessman to lead NASA

US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Jared Isaacman, a businessman, pilot, and astronaut who has commanded two space missions, to serve as administrator of NASA.

Trump taps Jewish astronaut and businessman to lead NASA

IRGC general killed in clashes with rebels in Syria

Fighting between rebels and government forces reignited in the northwest Aleppo province.

IRGC general killed in clashes with rebels in Syria

Watch:

Watch: Anti-Israel protesters reenact Sinwar's last moments

During an anti-Israel rally in the Toronto suburb of North York, a masked protester sat in a chair and reenacted the final moments of the Hamas leader and October 7th Massacre orchestrator.

Watch: Anti-Israel protesters reenact Sinwar's last moments