Modernity:
The Islamic World vs. the Judeo-Christian and Greco-Roman Worlds
An ongoing religious, cultural, historical, military struggle and rivalry- Part II.
An ongoing religious, cultural, historical, military struggle and rivalry- Part II.


IDF reopens Route 25 to Nahal Oz, removing antitank walls following elimination of threat from nearby hills.

When I try to write something uplifting but turn the page to find Zohran Mamdani staring me in the face, it is hard to be hopeful, let alone funny. Opinion.

A 27-year-old Jerusalem resident was arrested today after spray-painting graffiti at a light rail station, shortly after being released from a previous arrest.
Proposal envisions US-led trusteeship to rebuild Gaza into a tech and tourism hub, relocating residents during reconstruction with financial incentives and housing plans.

Dana Stavi, friend of Sergeant first-class (Res.) Ariel Lubliner, recounts his journey from immigrating to Israel up to his death in Gaza, and tells of the moment she learned of his death.

Ten UN aid workers were detained in Sanaa after Houthi gunmen stormed the offices of WFP and UNICEF, amid rising tensions following the reported killing of top officials.

Musician Nancy Brandes commented on the artists who attacked IDF soldiers in Gaza, saying: 'My son is fighting there; there is no army that is more moral than the IDF.'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed during the Cabinet meeting that the IDF struck Hamas Armed Wing Spokesman Abu Obaida.

Unprecedented search operation in Tzfat: Hundreds of civilians, the Israel Canine Unit and Israel Police continue operation to locate Haymanut Kasau, who has been missing for 555 days.

A Palestinian source told Sky News Arabia that Hamas spokesman Abu Obaida was killed in a newly rented Gaza City apartment, claimed his wife and children were inside during the Israeli strike.

Six youths from the Binyamin Region filed a lawsuit claiming an IDF commander fired live rounds over their heads and used gas grenades during an eviction on Mount Ba’al Hazor.

Former IDF General and Jewish Agency chairman Doron Almog canceled a planned trip to South Africa due to concerns an arrest warrant could be issued against him.

President Isaac Herzog to award Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor to individuals who have made a unique contribution to the State of Israel.

Representatives of the Jewish community in Iran condemn the expulsion of the Iranian ambassador from Australia and claim that they maintain good relations with the Muslim residents of the country.

Due to the recent assassinations in Gaza and Yemen, ministers were informed that government and cabinet meetings scheduled for today will take place in a secured location.

The day we take the Temple Mount back, the day we free our oldest hostage, that’s the day we’ll also free all the others. Op-ed.

Eli Shtivi revealed his son Idan, recently recovered from Gaza, was a special unit fighter who resisted terrorists before being shot and taken.

Hamas war crimes are ongoing to the utter shame of the United Nations and the utter shame of the world. Opinion.

Rabbi Leo Dee, who lost his wife and two daughters in a 2023 terror attack, was detained on the Temple Mount for praying with tefillin and banned for a week, just hours before his wedding.

“United we stand, divided we fall” sounds logical— but is it practical or even possible? Opinion.

After three observers were attacked in the 2019 elections in Umm al-Fahm, Attorney General's office closes the case; Honenu demands to bring the assailants to justice.

Al-Arabiya cited a Palestinian Arab source who confirmed the death of Hamas Armed Wing Spokesman Hudayfa Samir Abdallah al-Kahlout, aka Abu Obaida.

A comprehensive study in Denmark finds that a potassium-rich diet reduces the risk of heart disease, hospitalizations and death by 24%, noting that 'the potassium-to-sodium ratio in the modern diet has changed dramatically.'

President Isaac Herzog is weighing a possible sentence reduction for Ami Popper, convicted of murdering seven Palestinian Arabs in 1990, if a future Israel-Hamas hostage deal includes prisoner releases.

A diplomatic source said that previous frameworks for a hostage deal or ceasefire are no longer relevant, and if a deal is reached, it would include all hostages, both the living and the deceased.

Iran’s IRGC arrests eight suspects accused of spying for Mossad during Israel’s June offensive. Materials for sabotage seized.

EU foreign ministers meet in Denmark to discuss sanctions on Israel over Gaza, but deep divisions stall action.

Wall Street Journal reports that legislative proposals are underway to rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War, with support from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Lyon’s Holocaust memorial defaced with “Free Gaza,” sparking outrage amid a 112% rise in antisemitic acts across France since the October 2023 Hamas attack on Israel.

After overturning a two-goal deficit to win with four goals in the season opener, Hapoel Be'er Sheva explodes against Ironi Tiberias with a dominant 7-0 victory.

Approximately three and a half months after IDF strike, Hamas confirms the elimination of Mohammed Sinwar, the brother of Hamas leader in Gaza, Yahya Sinwar.

The Bnei Akiva branch in Gitit inaugurated a community garden in memory of Idan Shtivi. His family was on the way to the dedication event when they received word that his body had been recovered.

Al-Arabiya reports just four Houthi ministers still alive following IDF strike in Sana'a, Yemen, earlier this week.

Beginning on Sunday, the 'Red Line' of Jerusalem's light rail train will resume operations, construction to connect it with new 'Green Line' expected conclude on schedule.

The body of Idan Shtivi was retrieved by the IDF together with that of Ilan Weiss.

Two days after Israeli strike on Yemen, Houthis confirm death of Prime Minister Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi eliminated, list of other senior officials.

The former speaker of parliament was assassinated in broad daylight on a street in Lviv. A man dressed as a courier, with a helmet covering his face, shot him at close range.

Israel located and struck secret meeting of senior Iranian leaders after exploiting security gap created by security guards' phones, NYT report says.

Hamas calls on Gazans to avoid spreading rumors about military spokesman Abu Obaida's death, accuses Israel of 'psychological warfare.'

If Judaism is immutable, how can it be relevant?

Thousands of tweets using the phrase 'Trump is dead' have caused uproar as the White House tried to reassure the public that President Trump was alive and well.

The worst form of slavery is that of the spirit.

The 1840 blood libel - a throwback to the antisemitism of the Dark Ages - was initially accepted as fact by almost the entire European press, shocking world Jewry into action. Sound familiar? Op-ed.

Sergeant First Class (Res.) Ariel Lubliner, 34 from Kiryat Bialik, fell in battle in Gaza, IDF announces.

Belzer Rebbe admitted to Jerusalem hospital due to broken leg, expected to undergo surgery.

IDF Namer vehicle drives over explosive device in Zeitoun; all soldiers evacuated for medical care.

Hamas spokesman Abu Obaida named as target of Gaza assassination attempt; terror group issues official condemnation, claiming dozens of casualties.

Norway’s PM contacts Senator Graham after its $2 trillion fund dropped Caterpillar over ethics concerns tied to Israel. Norway insists the decision is apolitical.

Putin will meet Iran’s President in China following the E3’s announcement that it will reimpose sanctions on Iran over nuclear non-compliance.

Turkey clarifies that its airspace ban applies only to Israeli government and arms flights, not to commercial transit flights, following Foreign Minister Fidan’s announcement of severed trade ties with Israel.

Canadian PM condemns the stabbing of a Jewish woman in Ottawa, pledging support for the Jewish community and swift justice amid rising antisemitism across Canada.

Israeli firm Dream says Iran-linked hackers infiltrated Gaza ceasefire talks, targeting diplomats and global organizations with malware disguised as official emails.

Senior defense officials urge Israel’s Cabinet to accept a hostage deal over Gaza invasion, warning that rejecting it risks lives and delays the return of hostages. A decisive meeting is set for Sunday.

PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas condemns the US decision to deny visas to PA officials, calling it a breach of international law and urging reversal ahead of the UN General Assembly.

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir comments on strikes in Yemen and Gaza, pledging relentless efforts to recover hostages and confront Iran-backed terror groups: “There is no containment.”

IDF confirms the elimination of ISIS Gaza chief Muhammad Abu Zubaida, who led terror operations across Gaza, Judea and Samaria, and Sinai.

Unless we fight to defend our state and eliminate the enemies, there will be no longer an opportunity for Torah study.

In a historic decision, the Trump administration reaffirms commitment to not reward terrorism and revokes visas of Palestinian officials, preventing them from attending UNGA.

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Sabine Taasa present to the world a section of the atrocities video filmed by the security cameras in the Taasa family home.
