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Mike Pence at the Western Wall: 'Israel must be strong, that's what we pray for'

During visit to Israel, former VP decried Biden administration's willingness to negotiate with Russia over Iran nuclear deal.

Pres. Herzog to visit Turkey tomorrow

President Isaac Herzog and his wife will visit Turkey at invitation of President Erdogan in first visit by an Israeli leader in 15 years.

Is Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett a true mediator?

Dr. Shmuel Barnai of Hebrew University explains that Bennett's meeting with Putin was a humanitarian act to help the Ukrainian people.

'She only wanted to do good'

Older sister of Samaria teen struck down on a crosswalk by a motorcyclist eulogizes her sister.

President Herzog to meet President Erdoğan in Turkey

At the invitation of President Erdoğan, President Isaac Herzog will make a state visit to the Republic of Turkey

Prime Minister Bennett: World leaders must act quickly to prevent disaster in Ukraine

"I'm talking about untold loss of life, millions of refugees," Bennett stresses. "Act, before it's too late."

Fleeing the war in Ukraine: 'Thank G-d we made it out'

Israeli journalist finally on his way home after crossing the Romanian border. 'Missiles still flying there, grocery shelves empty.'

Former Trump Envoy:

Former Trump Envoy Jason Greenblatt: Ukraine crisis teaches Israel not to rely on allies

Jason Greenblatt, former Trump admin Middle East envoy, condemns European nations for not stepping up militarily to come to Ukraine's help.

Malcolm Hoenlein:

Malcolm Hoenlein: Defeat Iranian regime by standing with Iranian people

Malcolm Hoenlein, Vice Chair of the Conference of Presidents: 'Western governments need to stand up for the Iranian people'

"Proud of our history"

'Azerbaijan proud of historic relations with the Jewish people'

Azerbaijani politician Sevil Mikailova, on an official visit to Israel, experiences the warmth of the relationship between both countries.

Lapid:

'We'll do whatever necessary to prevent Iran from getting nukes'

Israel won't be bound to new nuclear deal, Foreign Minister Lapid says, vowing to do 'whatever necessary' to stop Iran's nuclear aspirations

Ukrainian Jews storing food and sleeping bags in case of Russian invasion

Igor Shatkhin, the Chief Rabbi of Odessa's assistant, explains how the Odessa community is working to ensure the safety of Jews in Ukraine.

Jewish American leader:

Former Obama staff feels that attitude must be different "this time"

William Daroff, CEO of Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Orgs, gives his take on relations between Israel and Washington.

When Jon Voight was moved to tears

"Two thousand years ago, the Prophet Jeremiah said that this area would produce wine," said award-winning actor while visiting Samaria.

Top doctor:

Top doctor: Coronavirus shortened lives, caused enormous suffering

Dr. Meir Preis, top doctor at Carmel Medical Center, responds to claim that many people die with COVID-19, not of COVID-19. 'It's very sad.'

Historic:

Bennett takes off to Bahrain for meeting with King Al Khalifa

PM departs for 2-day visit to Bahrain, where he will meet the king and crown prince, in first such visit by an Israeli prime minister.

Historic Visit:

Bennett heads to Bahrain for meeting with King Al Khalifa

Israeli prime minister accepts king's invitation to visit Bahrain, will meet with members of royal family.

WZO chairman's letter to Erdogan: Let's work together

Yaakov Hagoel says at Jerusalem Conference that he wrote to Turkish president asking to work together to fight antisemitism.

110 World Bnei Akiva members arrive for a year in Israel

The new arrivals, who come from Australia and South Africa, will join two different programs that will continue over the course of the year.

Special interview:

Why was the Jerusalem Conference established?

Special interview with Yaakov (Ketzaleh) Katz, founder of Israel National News at the 19th Jerusalem Conference.

Nefesh B'Nefesh Director:

Nefesh B'Nefesh Dir: New Campus to Serve as Community Base for Olim and Expanded Services

Rabbi Yehoshua Fass, Co-Founder of Nefesh B’Nefesh: The momentum of Aliyah is increasing during the pandemic.

On Sunday:

Inspirational event to honor Esther Pollard's memory

Jonathan Pollard: 'Esther took me to Meah She'arim and Tel Aviv, and said, 'They are not like you but they are all your brothers.''

Religious Affairs Minister Kahana blasts 'extremism' within Religious-Zionist sector

Kahana condemns rabbis for failing to protest speech by Chief Rabbi, calls for an "end to divisive discourse."

'In the end, you got us home,' Jonathan Pollard tells former ambassador Ron Dermer

"Throughout the long years of waiting, Esther could sleep at night knowing there was someone we could trust."

'Esther Pollard's mission of her life was to bring Jonathan home'

Atty. Nitsana Darshan-Leitner, who represented Jonathan Pollard, speaks about Esther Pollard, who passed away Monday.

Senior UAE rabbi: President Herzog's Emirates visit was historic and emotional

Rabbi Elie Abadie, Senior Rabbi of the Jewish Council of the Emirates, describes President Herzog's historic meeting with UAE Crown Prince.

The hasid who made linens popular and fashionable

Ben Barber, who owns a leading textile company, tells Israel National News his secret to success.

Esther Pollard passes away

Esther Pollard, wife of Jonathan Pollard, passes away after battling cancer and COVID-19.

Former FBI agent:

FBI investigator: 'Pollard wasn't discriminated against out of anti-Semitism'

Jonathan Pollard's investigators break their silence: 'We had no idea he was a Jew and spying for Israel.'

International Holocaust Day

Can resolutions and definitions really help combat hate?

WJRO praises UN resolution on Holocaust denial and launches 'My property story - speak about justice'.

New Report:

Good news in the war on antisemitism

New report presents positive trends in fighting antisemitism and radicalization around the world.

'Anyone who wants to enjoy the snow should hurry up'

Giora Gerstein, media forecaster, says snow won't last, but 'Elpis did as we expected it to.'

Likud MK:

Likud MK: Evacuation of Homesh yeshiva will be registered in Yamina's name

MK Kathrin Shitrit: We are now living with a full-fledged left-wing government.

Mount Hermon blanketed in snow after storm

Visitors flock to Israel's snow-capped mountain in the Golan following week of winter storms

Synagogue and church partner teach a lesson of coexistence

In wake of Colleyville hostage crisis, Rabbi Ari Hart speaks about his congregation's partnership with a local African American church

Dr. Mike Evans recounts being at the scene of Colleyville terrorist attack

Dr. Mike Evans, founder of Friends of Zion Museum, recounts witnessing the Colleyville synagogue hostage crisis up close.

Top doctor: 'I hope this will be the last wave of coronavirus'

Dr. Orly Greenfeld speaks with Israel National News about Omicron & how to raise the reliability of antigen tests.

Likud MK:

Likud MK: Netanyahu emerges as winner even he if agrees to plea bargain

MK Shlomo Karhi: In the current state of affairs, Netanyahu emerges victorious even if he goes to plea deal.

He stopped a stone-throwing attack, and police took his weapon

Gush Etzion man uses warning shot to end stone-throwing attack on women and children, is summoned for questioning while attackers are free.

Terror Victim's Sister:

'We want to make sure Eli's life wasn't given up in vain'

Eli Kay's father and sister join Supreme Court hearing on bid by terrorist's family to have home demolition orders revoked.