Pope calls antisemitism "worrying," again demands ceasefire
Pope Francis uses Easter address to condemn "dramatic and deplorable humanitarian situation" in Gaza, says "growing climate of antisemitism around the world is worrisome."
Pope Francis uses Easter address to condemn "dramatic and deplorable humanitarian situation" in Gaza, says "growing climate of antisemitism around the world is worrisome."


There are at least 5 Israeli companies advancing human-centric care using AI of at least 1800 in biotechnology. Overseas investments indicate that Israel's economic situation is considered stable. Op-ed.

Thousands pay their last respects to Rabbi Mazuz, the founder and head of the Kisei Rahamim Yeshiva and one of the leaders of the Sephardi-haredi community.

This morning a baby was named Meir Nissim; the first child to be named after Rabbi Meir Mazuz, head of the Kisei Rahamim Yeshiva, who passed away on Saturday.
The grandmother of Edan Alexander states at the Gaza border, "Grandma doesn't give up on her grandson! Grandma is strong for her grandson."

The numbers of antisemitic incidents in Europe are staggering, but worse still is the silence, the rationalization, and the institutional inaction. This climate emboldens groups like Hezbollah which is making inroads into Africa. Opinion.

This is the tragic truth: European governments who realize that their fifth column is now too big to be governed are using the repression of critics as appeasement. Opinion.

Minister of Jerusalem and Jewish Tradition, Meir Porush, welcomes Michael Huckabee on his new appointment as Ambassador of the United States to Israel.

More than 20 humanoid robots compete in a half marathon in China, but reach the finish line considerably later than humans.

Our ethics aren't abstract principles discussed in comfortable podcast studios, but lived realities tested in history's crucible. Op-ed.

So much has changed, yet so much of it seems so familiar... The crisis demonstrated that despite progress toward emancipation in Western Europe, ancient prejudices remained potent.

Hamas holding 20,000 terrorists in displaced cities, to maintain force for broad maneuver, while attempts to attack IDF forces continue.

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett underwent a cardiac catheterization for a health incident that occurred overnight.

Viral TikTok trend for making Dubai Chocolate causes worldwide shortage of pistachios.

Jerusalem Post editor-in-chief Zvika Klein accuses police of confiscating and failing to return his cell phone despite having no court order to take or hold the phone.

Technical Note: Unprecedented terms and conditions could block return to war In Hamas deal. Opinion.

Adi Alexander calls on the Trump administration to hold direct negotiations with Hamas for release of the hostages and sends a message to his son: 'No one has forgotten you, we are fighting for your release.'

Police close off Herbert Samuel St. after sinkhole opens in right lane early Sunday morning. No injuries reported.

Mayor of Dimona, Benny Bitton, announces that Dimona will award honorary citizenship to Minister Smotrich for his contribution to the advancement of the city.

The funeral of Rabbi Meir Mazuz, head of the Kisei Rahamim Yeshiva, who passed away on the seventh day of Passover, will be held in Bnei Brak at noon on Sunday. Thousands are expected to attend.

The Southern District Attorney's Office announced its intention to file the first 22 indictments against terrorists who participated in the massacre at Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7.

In the affidavit he will submit to the Supreme Court in against his dismissal, the Shin Bet chief is expected to attack the political echelon and also set a date for the end of his term.

Dozens of protesters demonstrated outside a planned Mimouna meal after Passover for Prime Minister Netanyahu and his family.

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says 2015 nuclear deal is 'no longer good enough,' but offers 'lessons learned.'

Eli Feldstein stated that all his activities on military and diplomatic issues were conducted for Netanyahu.

Despite US President Donald Trump's refusal to support such an act, Israel has not tabled the option of conducting a limited strike on Iran's nuclear facilities.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir attends traditional Mimouna gatherings at a number of locations throughout Israel.

A team of scientists from the USA claims to have discovered a new color that no one has ever seen.

Hamas' hostage videos are part of its strategy to shake the foundations of Israeli unity, ignite division, and stir unrest. If they did not serve Hamas’ goals, the videos would never have been released. Op-ed.

At the end of a long and wonderfully fulfilling festival, we don’t just want to put it behind us. The Miouna keeps the festival spirit alive, but we have to keep it in our hearts as well.

Seven suffer smoke inhalation after fire breaks out in hotel, firefighters gain control of flames after over two hours of effort.

Released hostage Omer Shem Tov turns to US President Donald Trump, asking him to use his power to bring the remaining 59 hostages home to their families. 'They need a miracle, too.'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues statement on war against Hamas, promising not to bow to terrorists who carried out the worst massacre since the Holocaust.

ISA chief Ronen Bar expected announce resignation mid-May, following Memorial Day ceremonies.

The President of Russia announced a ceasefire in honor of the Christian Easter until Sunday at midnight.

Command Sergeant Major G'haleb Sliman Alnasasra, 35 years old from Rahat, fell in battle in Gaza; two soldiers injured.

IDF forces continue operations to destroy Hamas' terror infrastructure above and below ground in Gaza.

Rabbi Meir Mazuz, head of the Kisei Rahamim Yeshiva, passes away following deterioration in his condition.

'Right now we cannot make a single deal to bring all the hostages back,' says Omer Dostri, spokesman for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Hamas publishes third sign of life on one month from hostage Elkana Bohbot.

Wishing a joyous holiday to all our readers. News coverage ends this evening, resumes Saturday evening.

US government releases nearly 10,000 pages of documents linked to the 1968 assassination of Sen. Robert F. Kennedy. Among them are chilling handwritten notes from gunman Sirhan Sirhan, who described an obsession with killing the senator.

Israeli guard Ben Saraf officially declares for the 2025 NBA Draft. The 19-year-old standout, ranked No. 23 by ESPN, currently plays for Germany’s ratiopharm Ulm.

More than 100 Jewish students at Harvard denounce the Trump administration’s threat to cut federal funding, arguing such measures misuse concerns about antisemitism and would damage the university community.

Yemen’s Houthis claim to have downed a US MQ-9 drone and vow retaliation after US strikes on Ras Issa fuel port killed 74.

Widespread anti-KFC protests in Pakistan, fueled by anger over the war in Gaza, lead to dozens of arrests and the fatal shooting of an employee in Sheikhupura. Demonstrators accuse the chain of links to the US and Israel.

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem declares the group will not disarm, citing Israeli threats and Lebanon’s inability to defend itself. He accuses Israel of violating ceasefire terms while signalling willingness to negotiate only after a full Israeli withdrawal.

Iran signals readiness to accept partial limits on its nuclear program but insists on firm guarantees that Washington won't abandon any future agreement.

Hezbollah terrorist struck and eliminated by IDF in the area of Ayta ash Shab in southern Lebanon. Hours earlier, the Israel Air Force eliminated Hezbollah terrorist Muhammad Jaafar Mannah Asaad Abdallah in Sidon.

Shabbat and the Seventh Day of Passover begin in Israel. INN's North America desk will continue to update the site until they begin in New York.

Zipora Alexandra, who frequently performed at Zion Square in Jerusalem, has been missing for over eight days.

The 16th brigade has eliminated numerous terrorists, and together with combat engineers, destroyed an underground tunnel.

Mahmoud Abbas had to drive from Ramallah to the Allenby Bridge, where he crossed the border to Jordan, and flew from there by Jordanian helicopter to Syria.

Roi Baruch, the brother of hostage Uriel Baruch whose body is held in the Gaza Strip, asked MK Tzvi Succot to exert pressure on the government not to carry out a partial deal.

After charges were filed against those who placed the stun grenade near the home of the Merom Galil governor, the police arrested two additional suspects on suspicion of ordering the act.

Families of hostages held in Gaza hold demonstration demanding deal with Hamas include only one stage and bring home everyone who is still held captive. 'No stages, no division into groups!'

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi warns, 'Regime uses diplomacy as a tactic to buy time, this is not the time to rescue a dying regime.'

Rabbi Charlap: “If I had to name the worst disaster that could befall me it would be to leave the Land of Israel for Chutz L’Aretz."

Soldiers from IDF's Duvdevan Unit apprehend two accomplices involved in al-Funduq attack.

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