Gaza flotilla delayed again over logistical issues
Mahgreb Sumud Flotilla’s departure from Tunisia to Gaza postponed to September 10 due to logistical issues. The boats aim to join others from Spain and Italy in challenging Israel’s naval blockade.
Mahgreb Sumud Flotilla’s departure from Tunisia to Gaza postponed to September 10 due to logistical issues. The boats aim to join others from Spain and Italy in challenging Israel’s naval blockade.


Most Likud ministers, including Defense Minister Israel Katz, support applying sovereignty over most of Judea and Samaria.

MK Gilad Kariv confronts Jerusalem police commander during protest; officer tells him: "Go shout in the Knesset."

Leaders of US Jewry declined a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, citing his push to recognize a Palestinian state and the rise in antisemitism.
Hamas captivity survivor Iair Horn, whose brother Eitan is still held captive in Gaza, bursts into tears at an event in Carmei Gat, telling of the enormous explosion he heard at night.

In Damascus’ former Jewish quarter, optimism about the Syrian Jewish future is hard to muster.

The New York State Supreme Court has issued a temporary injunction against the closure of six haredi yeshivas in Brooklyn.

Two Israeli civilians rescued from Qalqilya and Jericho, security forces reiterate risks involved.

More than 300 arrests were made at a protest in London demanding that the British government rescind measures against the group Palestine Action.

The various approaches to protests, riots, building takeovers, and encampments range from conciliatory to combative, from acquiescing to banning. Opinion.

Amit Segal criticizes former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen’s political interviews, notes gap between his security skills and political performance.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was interviewed on Saturday night on Meet the Press and addressed the conquest of Gaza, the worsening of conditions for terrorists in prisons and the propaganda videos Hamas distributes.

The new Humash makes his teachings “more accessible than ever, ensuring his voice continues to guide future generations.”

Netanyahu’s recognition of the Armenian Genocide and the geopolitical calculations in Azerbaijan-Israel relations. Opinion.

United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, discussed exiting Abraham Accords, permanently nixing normalization, if Israel annexes Judea and Samaria.

D’var Torah for Parshat Ki Teitzei

Anat Angrest, mother of hostage Matan, reported that she received a phone update yesterday saying her son is 'in immediate danger.'

Hamas security wing warns terrorists to stay alert to Israeli surveillance methods.

At demonstration in Tel Aviv's Hostages Square, protesters fly enormous flag calling on US President Donald Trump to act to free the hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza.

IDF strikes multi-story building in Sheikh Radwan neighborhood of Gaza City, explains terrorists placed intelligence-gathering equipment on the building, set up observation posts.

Terrorist who boasted about using a murdering a Jewish woman and her husband, killing 10 Jews 'with his bare hands,' is eliminated in Gaza.

The image shows Alon with Guy Gilboa Dalal, 701 days into captivity; family warns of severe eye injury and calls for international action.

Australian leaders vow action against Antisemitism at CAM Mayors Conference.

Finland backs Saudi-French UN declaration urging a two-state solution and end to Gaza war, but internal divisions holding back “Palestine” recognition.

Mayor Eric Adams confirms he’s staying in the NYC mayoral race despite reports of a Trump-backed ambassadorship offer aimed at reshaping the election.

According to Kan 11 News, in May 2024, IDF proposed a deal to free all hostages and defeat Hamas. Netanyahu rejected it, calling it a “defeat”.

Trump says hostage talks with Hamas are underway, warning of “nasty” consequences if they refuse. He fears some hostages may have died, but hopes he's wrong.

Watch: President Trump signs an order renaming the Defense Department to “Department of War,” reviving its pre-1949 title and authorizing sweeping changes.

Toronto police investigating after eggs were thrown at the Yorkville Jewish Centre. Surveillance shows a man shouting obscenities; the Hate Crime Unit has been notified. The Centre vows to grow stronger.

Lebanon’s cabinet welcomes army plan to disarm Hezbollah, prompting Shiite ministers to walk out in protest. The army will begin implementation, though no timeline has been set.

UK PM Keir Starmer appoints Shabana Mahmood as Home Secretary. Known for pro-BDS activism, Mahmood once led a protest that shut down a supermarket over Israeli goods and has accused Israel of “collective punishment” in Gaza.

Family of hostage Alon Ohel responds to the video showing him which was released by Hamas: No law permits holding an injured civilian without treatment. The responsibility lies with Hamas leadership.

IDF troops eliminate a terrorist near Burin after he threw a suspicious object and ignored orders. No injuries reported among the Israeli forces.

Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke at length with the parents of hostages Guy Gilboa-Dalal and Alon Ohel and encouraged them, saying 'No evil propaganda video will weaken us.'

Israel Prize laureate singer Yehoram Gaon warns that while Israel has 'planes, tanks, brains, it lacks Hamas’ disregard for human life, 'the return of the hostages is vital for Israel’s moral strength.'

On the 700th day since 10/7, Consul General in New York Ofir Akunis says: 'Anyone who condemns Israel is supporting Hamas. This was a heinous attack carried out by the successors of the Nazis.'

Arab foreign ministers declare that annexing Palestinian territories would cross a red line, warning that such a move would undermine regional security and block any attempt at future cooperation with Israel.

Hamas is trying to put pressure on Israel and prevent the IDF from entering Gaza City, this time by publishing a new video of two hostages.

IDF confirms: High-rise building used by Hamas to advance and execute attacks on IDF troops targeted in military strike. 'Steps were taken to minimize harm to civilians,' reported IDF source.

For Rubio and the Trump Administration, the blinders are off, and there shall be no hospitality for thugs and murderers. Opinion.

Yoav Bar-Shai, whose car was burned by leftist activists demonstrating near the Prime Minister's residence, says he opposes the demonstrations, urges donations to be redirected to help injured soldiers with rehab.

A Civil Administration contractor attacked a 22-year-old man with an iron bar during a confrontation after the evacuation of an outpost in the area of Metzad in Gush Etzion.

Should we try to understand the true reasons for the Torah’s commandments?

The stain that cannot be removed.

Hamas publishes video of hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal and additional hostage, as part of effort to pressure Israel and prevent conquest of Gaza City.

Keeping the mitzvot protects the Jew from external enemies, from natural disasters, and from becoming the agent through which G-d brings punishment into the world.

IDF warns of upcoming strike on Gaza City structures converted to terrorist infrastructure, including cameras, observation command centers, sniper and anti-tank firing positions, command and control compounds.

“A man should never put himself in a place of danger, and say that a miracle will save him, lest there be no miracle…" - Yannai.

IDF issues first evacuation warning for multi-story terror building in Gaza, ahead of strike.

Hundreds of bereaved families from around Israel attend last night of Selichot at the Western Wall to take part in the prayers and draw shared strength.

PM Netanyahu meets Hungarian antisemitism watchdog leader. 'Antisemitism directly affects Israel’s security.'

In joint IDF-ISA operation, security forces eliminate Nur al-Din Dabbaghsh, who worked in Hamas’ finance department and transferred tens of millions of dollars to the organization’s military wing.

Reecognizing Hostagestine - or should we call it Rapestine? After all, it is murder, rape and hostage taking that is being rewarded by this move. Opinion.

Idan Baruch, brother of kidnapped and murdered hostage Ariel Baruch, says there is no place to discuss terrorists' prison conditions, urges executing them instead. 'That's the minimum in a functional country.'

Ramban explains that the Ben Sorer Umoreh’s actions violate the fundamental backbone and spirit of the entirety of the Torah - 'Kedoshim ti’yhu - You shall be a holy people.'

Protesters at Tel Aviv's Hostages Square mark 700 days of hostages' captivity, sign 'SOS.' Watch.

New survey indicates coalition could drop 2-3 Knesset seats, with center-left bloc potentially forming a majority, if new parties run in elections.

Jewish Studies faculty at U of Oregon rally to protect their jobs from feared budget cuts.

Almost 700 days later, that morning still lives inside me. Op-ed.

The moment we are on our own, we become vulnerable to Amalek.
