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'Approach with humility'

Amb. David Friedman pushes back at critics of hostage deal

Former US Ambassador to Israel says he will not "second guess" decision of the Israeli Premier to sign proposed ceasefire with Hamas, calls on critics to approach issue with "humility."

Amb. David Friedman pushes back at critics of hostage deal

New Program

Master Hilchos Shabbos online and set semicha

Based on Rabbi Yitzchak Berkovits's Smicha Program

Master Hilchos Shabbos online and set semicha

From Wall Street to war zones:

30 lone soldiers who chose Israel's toughest mission

These lone soldiers chose one of the IDF's most gritty roles: reconnaissance missions in high-risk areas in Syria and Lebanon.

30 lone soldiers who chose Israel's toughest mission

Ben Gurion:

'Israel's northern border is the Litani River'

'Ben Gurion believed that Israel's northern border should be the Litani River': Dr. Omri Abadi presents findings of Jewish life in southern Lebanon over the centuries.

'Israel's northern border is the Litani River'

Help With Legal Fees:

How Jerusalem’s greatest community activist ended up behind bars

Three months ago, if you needed help in Jerusalem, everyone knew where to turn - Yosef Meir Cohen.

How Jerusalem’s greatest community activist ended up behind bars

Chabad tunnel incident:

Judge calls Hasidic students a "shame to worldwide Chabad"

Brooklyn judge chastises 4 students who refused plea deal for digging illegal tunnel underneath the Chabad headquarters in Crown Heights.

Judge calls Hasidic students a "shame to worldwide Chabad"

Senior Lev Tahor member faces extradition to Israel

Elazar Rompler was arrested in El Salvador and now could be returned to Israel to face charges of child abuse.

Senior Lev Tahor member faces extradition to Israel

Chief Rabbi of Turkey passed away at 84

Turkish Chief Rabbi Hahambaşı Ishak Haleva passed away at the age of 84. His community eulogized: 'He always believed in unity, peace, and love.'

Chief Rabbi of Turkey passed away at 84

Unusual Family Setup in Jerusalem Has Tragic Backstory

A young teenager was forced to take charge of his sibling's well-being.

Unusual Family Setup in Jerusalem Has Tragic Backstory

Moving:

Yonatan Razel sings with family of fallen soldier

The family of Yossi Hershkowitz, a school principal who fell in battle in Gaza, sings Yossi's last song in New York together with renowned singer Yonatan Razel. Watch.

Yonatan Razel sings with family of fallen soldier

Shabbos Kestenbaum:

'On 10/7 young US Jews woke up and we're not going back to sleep'

‘We want Israel to know that we're on the same team, on the same page; their fight is our fight, and our fight is their fight,' says Harvard alumnus Shabbos Kestenbaum.

'On 10/7 young US Jews woke up and we're not going back to sleep'

Elderly Jewish woman in Damascus passes away

Hadaya Shatakh, one of the last members of the ancient Jewish community in Damascus, passes away at 92, leaving no children.

Elderly Jewish woman in Damascus passes away

Jewish student leaves Montreal university after death threats

A Jewish student at Concordia University in Montreal has left his studies and returned to the United States following anti-Semitic threats on WhatsApp. The university administration has suspended the threatening student.

Jewish student leaves Montreal university after death threats

IDF unit in northern Israel seeks help upgrading equipment

In the uncertain terrains along Israel’s northern border, a special unit of 30 religious lone soldiers operates missions crucial to national security.

IDF unit in northern Israel seeks help upgrading equipment

The Arutz Sheva Jerusalem Conference in New York is Back

The Jerusalem Conference in New York will take place on May 18th 2025 following the Celebrate Israel Parade. Details to follow.

The Arutz Sheva Jerusalem Conference in New York is Back

London:

Police prevent anti-Israel protest near synagogue

Met. Police make clear that it will prevent the Palestine Solidarity Campaign from gathering outside the BBC headquarters, down the street from the Central London Synagogue.

Police prevent anti-Israel protest near synagogue

US rabbis call for bipartisan support for sanctions on ICC

The Coalition for Jewish Value called on Representatives from both parties to support the Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act, which would impose sanctions on the ICC for its arrest warrants against Israeli leaders.

US rabbis call for bipartisan support for sanctions on ICC

Brussels:

Schools refuse to participate in Holocaust memorial event

Two schools in Anderlecht say they will not participate in the ceremony for Belgian Holocaust victims because they do not wish to impose discussion of the Holocaust on children given the situation in the Middle East.

Schools refuse to participate in Holocaust memorial event

Tragedy:

Boy killed in traffic accident two weeks before his bar mitzva

Daniel Rubin and his family were on their way home from his aunt's engagement party when their vehicle overturned on the E40.

Boy killed in traffic accident two weeks before his bar mitzva

Lev Tahor cult riots against Guatemalan police

A violent clash erupted in Guatemala City recently as members of the Lev Tahor cult allegedly attacked police with pepper spray during an attempt to evict them from welfare facilities.

Lev Tahor cult riots against Guatemalan police

Help needy groom:

Boy cared for 5 siblings, putting future marriage at risk

After years of caring for his siblings, Nachi has nothing left to use for his own marriage.

Boy cared for 5 siblings, putting future marriage at risk

1st-ever Solomon Schechter school in North America goes Orthodox

Solomon Schechter of Queens, New York, the first-ever school to take on the iconic name, rebrands as an Orthodox day school.

1st-ever Solomon Schechter school in North America goes Orthodox

Another synagogue destroyed:

Torah scrolls rescued from Chabad center during LA fires

Century-old Conservative synagogue burned to the ground in minutes, Chabad center damaged and loses its menorahs, in Palisades Fire.

Torah scrolls rescued from Chabad center during LA fires

'I'm a soldier in the Jewish army'

Hasidic Rebbe's son shares exitement at joining IDF

Mendel Roth, Hasidic singer and son of the Shmore Emunim Rebbe, shares his reaction to his first hours in the new haredi "Hashmonaim" Brigade.

Hasidic Rebbe's son shares exitement at joining IDF

Harrowing new video of Nosson Malul in prison infirmary

In a desperate plea from the infirmary, Nosson’s suffering is captured like never before.

Harrowing new video of Nosson Malul in prison infirmary

“Warsaw 1943 = Gaza 2025”

Holocaust memorial in Warsaw vandalized

Umschlagplatz monument in Poland's capital sprayed with red graffiti reading “Warsaw 1943 = Gaza 2025”.

Holocaust memorial in Warsaw vandalized

Connecting Israel & Diaspora:

From the Galilee to Melbourne

Watch the second episode of a new series - Israelis connect with their brethren around the world and talk about antisemitism, the Gaza war and the ties that exist between the communities, despite the distance.

From the Galilee to Melbourne

Tomorrow:

Herzog to give Medal of Honor to 7 leaders from around world

The Presidential Medal of Honor will be given to seven leaders from around the globe in recognition of their longstanding contributions to the State of Israel and the Jewish people.

Herzog to give Medal of Honor to 7 leaders from around world

London:

Jews afraid to attend synagogue due to anti-Israel protest

Leaders of the London Jewish community call on the police to keep a pro-Palestinian demonstration, planned to take place on Saturday only 500 meters from the Central Synagogue, at a safe distance.

Jews afraid to attend synagogue due to anti-Israel protest

Special conference in NYC:

Legal professionals could and should move to Israel

Jeremy Lustman, Head of DLA PIPER's Israel Group, speaks with Arutz Sheva about how the group is encouraging legal professionals to move to Israel.

Legal professionals could and should move to Israel

Join us in the fight for Dudi and donate to save his life

Two-year-old Dudi is fighting leukemia and needs a complex surgery to save his life.

Join us in the fight for Dudi and donate to save his life

Dov Hikind:

Antisemitism is worse than publicized, victims afraid to report

Former New York State Representative Dov Hikind speaks with Arutz Sheva - Israel National News ahead of the upcoming Jerusalem Conference in NYC about the challenges of antisemitism in the US after October 7th.

Antisemitism is worse than publicized, victims afraid to report

Jerusalem:

Michael Glazer is losing his battle against colon cancer

A father of 7 and a convert to Judaism, Michael is fighting for his life.

Michael Glazer is losing his battle against colon cancer

The drastic blows that caused a 'superhero' to fall apart

Dikla Cohen is dealing with complex financial issues following her husband’s death.

The drastic blows that caused a 'superhero' to fall apart

Barcelona:

'Community getting stronger despite challenges'

Rabbi David Libersohn, Chabad emissary in Barcelona, talks about lighting Hanukkah candles in the city's main square and other Jewish activities, alongside caution and concern about antisemitism.

'Community getting stronger despite challenges'

'Protect remaining Jews'

The unordinary letter from the rabbi to Syria's new leader

Rabbi Binyamin Hamra, the spiritual leader of the Syrian community in Israel, sent a letter to Ahmad al-Sharaa asking him to protect the country's remaining Jews and Jewish holy sites.

The unordinary letter from the rabbi to Syria's new leader

Senior Lev Tahor member arrested

El Salvadorian police arrested Jonathan Emmanuel Cardona Castillo, who is suspected of child abuse and human trafficking, among other things, on the border with Guatemala.

Senior Lev Tahor member arrested

Help Yocheved get the treatment she needs

Yocheved is battling leukemia—a cruel illness that has interrupted her childhood. The doctors are offering a new hope.

Help Yocheved get the treatment she needs

Sovereignty Movement aims to bring Diaspora youth, Israel, closer

Empowering Diaspora youth, fighting propaganda, and strengthening bonds: The Sovereignty Movement's new initiative.

Sovereignty Movement aims to bring Diaspora youth, Israel, closer

Ukraine:

Man arrested after damaging historic Hanukkiah in Lviv

Rabbi Mendy Gottlieb, Chabad emissary in the city, says the vandalism is "a very unusual incident that does not reflect the attitude of the residents".

Man arrested after damaging historic Hanukkiah in Lviv

Insights from 30 Years as a Dealer in STaM

My journey has brought to light critical insights that I believe every member of the Jewish community should know

Insights from 30 Years as a Dealer in STaM

Help IDF widows:

78 women facing first Hanukkah alone

78 women are experiencing eight painful days after losing their husbands in battle this year.

78 women facing first Hanukkah alone

Another Jew Awaits Freedom

For Yosef Meir Cohen, life has always been about helping others. But today, he’s a man sitting in jail.

Another Jew Awaits Freedom

They’re Tired Of Pretending

The Hershkowitzes are tired of pretending that everything is okay.

They’re Tired Of Pretending

A Miracle Saved This Woman, But Now She’s Asking For Another

A Hatzalah volunteer was recently hailed a hero for using his quick thinking to save the life of a 45-year-old woman after a horrific bus crash.

A Miracle Saved This Woman, But Now She’s Asking For Another

Antisemitism in Ukraine:

Firebomb thrown at Chabad synagogue in Mykolaiv

The perpetrator, who was captured on security cameras, flees scene. Fire extinguished by synagogue guard. No injuries, but the building's door damaged.

Firebomb thrown at Chabad synagogue in Mykolaiv

Watch:

Gal Gadot and Noa Tishby light Hanukkah candles on final night

On the eighth and final night of Hanukkah, Israeli actress and activist Noa Tishby is joined for candle lighting by popular Israeli actress Gal Gadot, who says: "A candle is a small thing, but one candle can light another."

Gal Gadot and Noa Tishby light Hanukkah candles on final night

Heartwarming:

Father of hostage lights menorah

The father of captured soldier Bar Kuperstein lit the menorah during a special Hanukkah celebration hosted by the "Hakol Mehalev" organization.

Father of hostage lights menorah

Following Lev Tahor raid:

Israeli delegation to assist Guatemalan authorities

The delegation members, including top cult-victim professionals, will share their knowledge and experience in tending to cult victims and their families.

Israeli delegation to assist Guatemalan authorities

Mike Huckabee lights menorah in Arkansas

President-elect Trump's nominee for ambassador to Israel joined Chabad to light the menorah in Little Rock. 'You couldn’t get a Maccabee so you’ve got a Huckabee here tonight.'

Mike Huckabee lights menorah in Arkansas

German court:

Ownership of 'Aryanized' home to be granted to Claims Conference

German woman who lives in home looted from Jews must give it up, judge rules.

Ownership of 'Aryanized' home to be granted to Claims Conference

US Jewish leaders to Pope:

'Refrain from making incendiary comments against Israel'

Conference of Presidents writes letter to Pope Francis following his criticism of Israel’s counterterrorism operations in Gaza: We appreciate and share your concern for the suffering of innocent civilians, but the statements you have made only serve to distort Israel’s legitimate military campaign and fuel antisemitism.

'Refrain from making incendiary comments against Israel'

Watch:

Tiffany Haddish and Noa Tishby light Hanukkah candles

On the seventh night of Hanukkah, Israeli actress and activist Noa Tishby and her son Ari are joined for candle lighting by actress and comedian Tiffany Haddish, who discusses her journey to discovering her Jewish identity.

Tiffany Haddish and Noa Tishby light Hanukkah candles

Israeli Wife: “This is my last resort to save my husband's life”

Leah Bitton made a dramatic move after her husband was diagnosed with a rare liver disease.

Israeli Wife: “This is my last resort to save my husband's life”

Watch:

Cindy Crawford and Noa Tishby light Hanukkah candles

On the sixth night of Hanukkah, Noa Tishby is joined by iconic actress Cindy Crawford. The two light candles and talk about allyship, family, and the beauty of sharing traditions.

Cindy Crawford and Noa Tishby light Hanukkah candles

How Jimmy Carter helped save Rabbi Nachman's Tomb

The late president helped prevent Soviet authorities from demolishing the grave of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov in Uman, a significant site of annual pilgrimage for many Israelis.

How Jimmy Carter helped save Rabbi Nachman's Tomb




























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