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Body found in Yarkon River identified as that of missing teen

The body located in the Yarkon River following extensive searches has been identified as that of missing Bnei Brak teen Eliyahu Aba Shaul, 19.

This is Shas' demand from the coalition parties

Shas chief Aryeh Deri attempts to encourage support for Draft Law, demanding greater involvement on the part of Likud MKs.

Far beyond from "The River to the Sea"

Let's tell it like it is: It's from the Atlantic to the Medirerranean to the Pacific to the Tasman Sea. Op-ed.

Ivanka Trump:

'The world needs more light and more Kiddush Hashem'

Marking the first night of Hanukkah, the US president’s daughter said the Sydney terror attack underscores the need for compassion, sanctifying G-d’s name, and bringing light into a dark world.

Major cities reinforce Jewish site security after Sydney massacre

Authorities in Europe and the US increased security at Hanukkah events and Jewish sites after an antisemitic terror attack in Sydney killed at least 11 people, prompting global vigilance.

Fourth child dies of flu

Four-year-old boy, unvaccinated and with preexisting conditions, dies of influenza, raising this year's pediatric death toll to four.

In southern Lebanon:

IDF takes out Zakaria Yahya al-Hajj, senior Hezbollah terrorist

IDF successfully eliminates Zakaria Yahya al-Hajj, senior member of Hezbollah, in Jwaya area strike, vows to continue its operations to eliminate any threat to Israel’s security.

Massacre at Hanukkah celebration in Sydney

At least 16 people have been killed in a shooting at the site of a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia.

"אתם המכבים החדשים"

Israel Katz lights first Hanukkah candle with injured soldiers

Defense Minister Israel Katz visits Sheba Medical Center, offering encouragement and support to injured IDF soldiers and their families, and promising to support them throughout their journey.

Hanukkah after Bondi:

A flame the killers couldn’t put out

A message to the Jewish Community and others who care: The miracle of Hanukkah was never really about oil. It was the refusal to let the light go out.

Chief of Staff in north:

'We will respond to any ceasefire violation'

During a situational assessment at the 91st Division, IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir cited recent eliminations of senior Hamas and Hezbollah figures and stressed that any breach of the ceasefire will be answered decisively.

Man accused of causing teen girl's death sentenced to 7 years

Edward Kachura, accused of causing death of 17-year-old Lital Yael Melnik in October 2021, receives seven-year sentence, with just three years left to serve.

From the works of Rabbi Chaim Drukman zt"l:

Two aspects of Hanukkah

The victory in war and the dedication of the altar are one and the same. And in our time we have been privileged to see both.

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Yeshivas across Israel celebrate the first night of Hanukkah

From Yeruham and Sderot in the south to Acco and Hispin in the north, yeshiva students light candles, sing, dance, and study Torah, marking the first night of Hanukkah.

New details from massacre

Holocaust survivor shielded wife, and was murdered

Australian investigators say one attacker was recently fired from his job, a jihadist flag was found in the terrorists’ vehicle, and links to ISIS are now being examined.

'It wasn't planned'

Officer recounts elimination of top Hamas terrorist

Captain A., who operated the drone that eliminated Ra'ad Sa'ad, shared: 'It was a great privilege. Another small step to complete the circle.'

IDF Military Rabbinate band unveils joyful Hanukkah medley

In celebration of Hanukkah, IDF Military Rabbinate Band releases vibrant 7-minute medley of holiday songs, produced by the band’s soldiers and accompanied by a unique music video featuring IDF troops from various units.

Giulio Meotti:

The Australian Pogrom: a wake-up call for the entire West

People weep, but multicultural tears do not wash away the blood shed by radical Islam which is taking advantage of the political cowardice of those who are too innocent to recognize evil when it does not wear the uniform of a cartoon villain. Opinion.

Netanyahu: Australia’s antisemitism policy fuels hate

At government meeting in Dimona, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticizes Australia's response to rising antisemitism, urging stronger action and condemning Prime Minister Albanese's policies for exacerbating hate.

'A gift beyond measure'

Watch: Captivity survivor lights the Menorah at the Western Wall

Western Wall Plaza hosted the lighting of the first Hanukkah candle, in the presence of dignitaries and with the participation of former captive Segev Kalfon.

'We're reviving the Negev'

PM Netanyahu lays cornerstone for Dimona neighborhood

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu honors late brother Yoni, hero of Operation Entebbe, with cornerstone ceremony for new Dimona neighborhood.

Terror in Australia:

Who is to blame?

Is it just a coincidence that there has been so much antisemitism in Australia during the same period that the Australian government has been turning against Israel and tolerating local pro-Hamas activity? Opinion.

‘We are the eternal people’

President Herzog's message to Australian Jews

President Isaac Herzog sent condolences to Australia’s Jewish community after a deadly terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration, stressing unity, resilience, and the triumph of light over darkness.

Rabbi Perez warns:

Antisemitism masked as anti-Zionism fuels terror

World Zionist Organization President Rabbi Doron Perez expressed deep grief after the deadly Hanukkah shooting in Sydney, warning that unchecked antisemitic incitement has tragic consequences.

In less than an hour

IDF eliminates two Hezbollah terrorists

The IDF struck and eliminated two Hezbollah terrorists in different areas in southern Lebanon within less than an hour.

Unusual Hanukkah discovery revealed during excavations

Excavations at the Eretz Israel Museum in Tel Aviv reveal a 2,000-year-old lamp - just in time for Hanukkah.

The Australian Massacre & Shani Louk:

Shani Louk was murdered on October 7, let us respect her memory

The Australian Massacre makes it even more shocking that a New York building is suing Rabbi Shmuley Boteach for honoring my murdered daughter Shani. Opinion.

Arsen Ostrovsky among injured

'October 7, that’s the last time I saw this'

'These bastards will not win,' says Arsen Ostrovsky, a social media personality, chairman of the Jewish Council of Israel-Australia, who was injured in the Bondi terrorist attack.

Half a year ago:

Victim of Sydney massacre looks out over Temple Mount

Rabbi Eli Schlanger, a Chabad emissary in Sydney, Australia, who was murdered in the shooting attack in the city, visited the roof of the Machkameh synagogue, at the edge of the Temple Mount.

Mike Huckabee:

Mike Huckabee criticizes PM’s response to Bondi Beach attack

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee calls Prime Minister Albanese’s statement on the deadly Bondi Beach attack 'disgraceful,' for failing to mention the antisemitic motives in the murder of at least 12 people during a Hanukkah celebration.

Words have consequences

Israeli FM warns Australian FM after Hanukkah massacre

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar told his Australian counterpart that rising antisemitic incitement since October 7 helped fuel the deadly shooting at a Hanukkah event in Sydney.

‘The candles will be lit again’

Herzog speaks to community leaders after Sydney attack

President Isaac Herzog spoke with Jewish leaders in Sydney following the deadly terror attack at a Chanukah gathering, expressing Israel’s shock, condolences, and full solidarity.

Hero who grabbed gun from Sydney shooter was shot twice

Ahmed al Ahmed was shot twice when he fought one of the shooters who committed the Sydney Hanukkah massacre, but managed to disarm the attacker.

The Hanukkah message in Australia

In response to the Hanukkah massacre in Sydney, Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu reminds us that the hatred of Jews did not begin yesterday; it may wear different clothes, but it will never disappear; it is ancient, innate, and deeply rooted.

Israel warned

Iran prepped terror cells to target Australian Jewish targets

Israel issued warnings in the months leading up to the Sydney Hanukkah massacre that Iran was preparing for attacks on the Jewish community in Australia.

Erin Molan's heartbreak after the massacre at Bondi Beach

Visibly shaken, journalist Erin Molan describes fear, heartbreak, and deep concern following massacre in Sydney’s Bondi Beach, warning of its emotional toll on the Jewish community.

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In New Zealand, the first Hanukkah candle is lit

In New Zealand, hours before sunset in Israel, the first Hanukkah candle was lit together with Bnei Akiva emissaries and hundreds of members of the Jewish community in Auckland

EJA

'How many more Jews have to be murdered before govts respond?'

The European Jewish Association wondered in response to the Sydney Hanukkah massacre what it will take for governments to 'admit that there is a giant antisemitic and antizionist elephant in the room?'

Sydney Hanukkah Massacre

Israeli MK warns Australia that appeasement fuels terror

'It's first and foremost the role of the Australian government to prevent these kind of vicious attacks and we will demand it in any way possible,' says MK Simcha Rothman.

Diaspora Ministry

'Blood of victims is on Australian government's hands'

Israel's Ministry of Diaspora Affairs condemns Australia's 'policy of weakness, restraint, and appeasement' in the face of antisemitism following massacre of Hanukkah celebration.

Sydney Hanukkah massacre

'We tried to save them, but the ambulance didn't arrive on time'

Two witnesses of the scene of the Hanukkah shooting spoke with Sky News Australia about the attack and the efforts to save the victims.

Personal, Painful, Shaking:

Witness to the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach

'What was supposed to be a moment of light, connection and celebration turned into a terrorist event in an instant,' says a resident of Bondi Beach who was witness to the murderous attack at a Hanukkah celebration.

Knesset Speaker

'Sydney attack is what Globalize the Intifada looks like'

Speaker Amir Ohana says the 'best time' to tackle the rise of antisemitism was when the problem started. ' The second-best time is NOW.'

Captivity survivors

'We stand with the Jewish community, you stood with us'

The Hostages and Missing Families Forum expressed solidarity with the Australian Jewish community following the deadly mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney.

Rabbi Eli Schlanger was murdered in Sydney Hanukkah shooting

Rabbi Eli Schlanger, a Chabad emissary, was murdered in a shooting attack in Sydney. At least ten people were killed and dozens injured at a Hanukkah celebration.

Unusual collision at JFK delays Arkia flight to Israel

A JAL plane collided with an Arkia aircraft while reversing at JFK Airport, causing significant damage and delaying the New York-Tel Aviv flight, leaving about 270 passengers to Israel waiting in the terminal.

High Court of Justice unanimously overturns AG dismissal

Seven justices of the High Court of Justice unanimously rule that the government’s decisions to change the dismissal mechanism and to dismiss Baharav-Miara are null and void.

Naftali Bennett

'Australian government bears responsibility for mass shooting'

Former Israeli Prime Minister says the Australian government has ignored warnings of rising antisemitism, leading to the murder of 10 people at a Hanukkah celebration.

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Hero grabs gun from shooter in Sydney Hanukkah attack

A man hid behind cars and tackled one of the shooters who carried out the deadly attack from behind.

Herzog

'Heart of entire nation misses a beat after Sydney shooting'

Israeli President responds to the deadly shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia.

Response to Sydney shooting

'Hanukkah is meant to be a time of light and joy'

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel, WZO chair Yaakov Hagoel respond to the mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney Australia.

Israel Democracy Institute report:

Stagnation in haredi men’s employment, income gaps persist

The Israel Democracy Institute’s 2025 Haredi Society Statistical Yearbook shows stagnation in haredi men’s employment and persistent income gaps, while haredi women continue joining the workforce.

Mysterious assassination in Gaza

Hamas officially announced that Ahmad Zamzam, an officer in the organization’s Interior Ministry, was killed this morning by gunfire in Gaza. Israel denies responsibility.

Suspicion

Deputy MAG knew identity of Sde Teiman leaker & covered it up

According to police sources, Deputy Military Advocate General Gal Asael, who knew the identity of the person who leaked the video, concealed this information during the investigation.

Tragedy

Child killed in Petah Tikva apartment fire

Firefighters extracted a 12-year-old boy from a burning apartment on Arlozorov Street in Petah Tikva. He was pronounced dead at the hospital.

20 years since disengagement:

Hanukkah candle lighting to be held in Ganim and Kadim

Following a request from MK Limor Son Har Melech, IDF approves organized entry into communities that were evacuated in 2005, to light Hanukkah candles.