The final barrier
This parasha actually ends the era of Moses and opens the era of Joshua. It opens the gates to the Land of Israel with all its blessings and challenges.
This parasha actually ends the era of Moses and opens the era of Joshua. It opens the gates to the Land of Israel with all its blessings and challenges.


The aim of Balak and Bilam to create division among Israel did not succeed. The enemies of Israel today, who seek to dispossess us of our Land and to destroy us, also understand what Balak and Bilaam understood.

Fadl Abu al-Ata, commander of Islamic Jihad's Shejaiya sector, and key explosives expert Hamed Kamel Abd al-Aziz Iyad, eliminated in Gaza.

MK Moshe Gafni harshly criticizes Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, accusing her of deliberately targeting the haredi community and noting that United Hatzalah volunteers would be the first to offer aid if she needed it.
Living a 3,300 year-old prophesy in our times, hoping the second part comes to pass as well.

The IDF has released footage of the elimination of an armed terrorist cell that approached Israeli forces in Gaza and posed a threat to them.

A battalion commander stationed in the Gaza Strip has publicly acknowledged the frustration and emotional conflict among his troops assigned to oversee the transfer of humanitarian aid to Gaza.

No school would tolerate a group of professors who formed a chapter of the KKK, Aryan Nations, or American Nazi Party. None should tolerate faculty who support Hamas, Hezbollah, the PFLP, or any other terrorist organization. Opinion.

Dozens of volunteers from the Shiloh region, along with coordinators from the Bnei Akiva youth movement’s Jerusalem district, took part in the search for Yoram Filter.

New poll shows Religious Zionism party gaining ground at Likud's expense, while Yesh Atid weakens; opposition bloc led by Naftali Bennett holds a significant lead over coalition.

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir visits Gush Etzion Junction after deadly terror attack, praising quick response of IDF soldiers and civilian security personnel in preventing larger attack.

Scientists find high rates of multidrug-resistant bacteria in sea turtles, raising concerns about the ripple effects of human pollution on ocean health.

Israeli official says that the deeply buried enriched uranium at an Iranian nuclear facility may be retrievable, complicating assessments of US strike damage.

In interview with Newsmax, Prime Minister Netanyahu expresses hope that 10 more living hostages will be released within days as ceasefire talks progress.

Six Secret Service agents suspended for their roles in the July 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump. The move follows multiple investigations and the resignation of the agency's director.

The current frenzy over Israel can be seen as the last remaining front of the Second World War. Opinion.

Captain Reei Biran, a squad commander in the Golani Reconnaissance Unit, Golani Brigade, fell during combat in the southern Gaza Strip. 890 soldiers have fallen since the start of the war.

Doomed to failure, Mamdani's plans for New York sound like they were written by the Mad Hatter in Alice in Wonderland. He and his wife and parents' blatant antisemitism adds evil to the general madness. Opinion.

Jewish Australians report feeling "very unsafe" amidst a 300% surge in antisemitic incidents since October 7, 2023, Australia's antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal warns.

French President Emmanuel Macron urges the UK to join France in recognizing a Palestinian state, deeming it essential for regional peace.

Slovakia's Rubicon hip hop festival cancels Kanye West's upcoming performance, his sole confirmed European show this year. The decision follows widespread uproar over West's May 8 release of "Heil Hitler," a song glorifying the Nazi leader.

Minister of Settlements and National Missions warns during a conversation with an Ofakim resident: “If the war ends with Hamas still posing a threat, I will not remain a minister.”

Spokesperson for Hamas's military wing calls for increased terrorist attacks to prevent what he claims is Israel’s attempt to annex Judea and Samaria.

Columbia graduate Mahmoud Khalil is suing the Trump administration for $20 million, alleging retaliatory detention for over 100 days due to his role in campus demonstrations against Israel's war in Gaza.

The brother who returned from Gaza’s tunnels speaks for the first time about the moment he realized he was being freed - without his brother Eitan, who remained behind.

Hamas releases disturbing footage showing terrorists hiding among rubble and firing a missile at the engineering vehicle operated by Master Sergeant (Res.) Abraham Azulay. The video also shows the terrorists charging while shooting - though it omits the fierce battle Azulay fought against them.

Dr. Wafik El-Deiry, Associate Dean for Oncologic Sciences at Brown University, spoke at an Israel Heritage Foundation event in New York City to warn of the growing number of cancer patients and the way that inflation has affected research funding.

Ido Aharoni, veteran of Israel's Foreign Service & founder of the Brand Israel Program, praised President Trump for adopting the same principles as Israel in attacking Iran during an Israel Heritage Foundation event in New York City.

The World Jewish Congress and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights formally agreed today to strengthen their collaboration in the fight against antisemitism.

Col. (Res.) Aviram A. Hasson, Director of the Israeli Ministry of Defense Mission to the USA and Canada, thanked America for its support at an Israel Heritage Foundation event in New York City.

State Department’s Hostage Affairs office cautions Americans over heightened detention risk, highlights plight of former hostage Emad Shargi in new awareness campaign.

As we chant the Torah portion this week, it is our privilege and duty to thank G-d for the magnificent miracles we experienced in our lifetimes. They are of the same caliber as biblical miracles and like the blessings recited by the Bilam, except that we were privileged to witness them.

At Jewish Heritage event, incumbent NYC mayor tells Jewish constituents he has heard Jewish friends say they plan to leave the city in the face of the rise of Zohran Mamdani, urges Jews to stay to confront antisemitism.

The Palestinian Authority security forces have reportedly opened an investigation after two of their officers murdered Israeli security guard Shalev Zevuloni.

At an Israel Heritage Foundation event before the Fourth of July, Rabbi Elie Weinstock highlighted how both Israel and America were founded on faith in God's aid.

In Washington statement, Prime Minister lays out 60-day ceasefire plan linked to release of hostages and end to Hamas's rule in Gaza; warns of military action if diplomatic efforts fail, including on Iranian nuclear threat.

Approximately 80 Haredi soldiers who enlisted in the past year in a special track for them in the Border Police have begun operating in an operational sector in the Jerusalem envelope area.

Prime Minister Netanyahu honors memory of Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky at Washington embassy. Will conclude visit with symbolic stop at Jefferson’s historic estate.

Our Sages took care to maintain this separation, enacting decrees so that we do not mingle with the nations, such as forbidding their wine, lest we thereby come close to their daughters, and the like.

IDF Chief Zamir hails Operation 'Rising Lion' and urges new pilots to uphold courage, unity, and excellence amid ongoing multi-front conflict.

Shalev Zevuloni, aged 22, from Kiryat Arba, was named the victim of the terror attack at the Gush Etzion Junction Rami Levi shopping complex.

After terrorists murdered a 22-year-old man at a Gush Etzion shopping center, G. described how he heard the shots while standing in line at the checkout and leapt into action.

IDF struck and eliminated Muhammad Jamal Murad, the Commander of Hezbollah’s Artillery in the coastal sector.

Prime Minister claims there is no comprehensive deal on the table. Asked which hostages would be released, he answered: 'That's Hamas's decision.'

Defense Minister Israel Katz sent a warning to the Iranian regime during a pilots course graduation ceremony.

Regavim uncovers PA plan to establish autonomy in Jerusalem by 2030 and exposes the compensation mechanism operated by the PA for Arab construction violators in the eastern part of the capital.

Minister Amichai Chikli echoes President Trump's language to describe the Senate Minority Leader while criticizing Schumer's praise for 'Hamas supporter' Zohran Mamdani's candidacy in NYC.

Master Sergeant (Res.) Abraham Azulay, who fell during operational activity in Khan Yunis 3 months after his wedding, is laid to rest at the military cemetery on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem.

Parliamentary report reveals sharp rise in Iranian plots targeting Jews, Israelis, and dissidents in the UK, calling for urgent action to counter Tehran’s aggression.

Dr. Joe Frager spoke at an IHF event before the Fourth of July about the connection between Jews and the USA - a connection dating back to the Revolutionary War.

USMC veteran Joey Jones spoke at an Israel Heritage Foundation dinner ahead of the Fourth of July to share his insights on the values of patriotism, sacrifice, and service - and what Israel teaches him about each one.

Peace does not come from weakness. It comes from truth. And now, it is pain, not peace, that occupies our minds. Opinion.

In general, Westerners are taught to be kind, self-assured, self-responsible and tolerant of others, while Muslims are taught to be aggressive, insecure and intolerant. Opinion.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar condemns recent terrorist attack in Gush Etzion, highlighting that settlers are the most exposed to terror and violence, especially amid EU discussions on 'settler violence.'

The IDF revealed a document found beneath the European Hospital in Khan Yunis, documenting Hamas' terrorist use of the hospital and the abandonment of Hamas fighters by their commander.

Because of the ongoing political-military-religious fireworks our concentration becomes distorted, and we are often oblivious to that factor which is closest to us, namely - ourselves.

An Israeli security guard was murdered when two terrorists armed with guns and knives attacked the Rami Levi shopping complex at the Gush Etzion junction.

Ofakim city workers noticed that the Eruv around their city was down and fixed it moments before Shabbat - using a drone.

There is only one armed force in the world upon which celebrities and activists openly wish for death. Op-ed.

Agreement between Israel and EU includes measures to increase aid shipments to Gaza and open additional crossings; Hamas demands funds for Gaza’s reconstruction as part of ceasefire guarantees.
