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Grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital desecrated in Damascus

Unknown individuals break into Jewish cemetery in Damascus, desecrate grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital, a renowned Kabbalist and disciple of Arizal.

Grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital desecrated in Damascus

Sa’ar to Gov. Shapiro:

'Attack on your family is an attack on Jews everywhere'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar speaks to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, condemns the arson at his home as “an attack on Jews everywhere,” and invites Shapiro to Israel.

'Attack on your family is an attack on Jews everywhere'

Exposed:

Who’s Really Behind the Anti-Vote Campaign in Haredi Communities

Investigative Report: Conservative Movement rargeting haredi communities in secret campaign.

Who’s Really Behind the Anti-Vote Campaign in Haredi Communities

During Ben-Gvir's visit

Watch: Chabad hassidim clash with anti-Israel protesters

Anti-Israel protesters gathered outside the Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters in Brooklyn to protest a speech by Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Watch: Chabad hassidim clash with anti-Israel protesters

NYC:

Posters of Holocaust survivors torn down

Unknown vandals tore down posters featuring Holocaust survivors alongside celebrities in New York City.

Posters of Holocaust survivors torn down

At Auschwitz-Birkenau

WJC debuts student art exhibition on Holocaust memory

World Jewish Congress unveils #WeRemember Journeys, a student art exhibition at Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum. Featuring works from 13 schools in 10 countries, it reflects youth interpretations of Holocaust memory and its moral lessons.

WJC debuts student art exhibition on Holocaust memory

Historic:

Amsterdam Mayor apologizes for city's WWII role against Jews

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema publicly apologizes for the city’s active complicity in the Holocaust, acknowledging that local authorities aided Nazi efforts during World War II.

Amsterdam Mayor apologizes for city's WWII role against Jews

New data:

Antisemitic incidents in the Netherlands soar to record levels

A record 421 antisemitic incidents were recorded in the Netherlands in 2024, marking an 11% rise over the previous high. Dutch watchdog CIDI warns the nation is facing an antisemitism crisis requiring urgent action.

Antisemitic incidents in the Netherlands soar to record levels

Danny Danon:

'80 years have passed, but the hate is still here'

Israel's Ambassador to UN Danny Danon says that once you go into Auschwitz you walk out a different person: 'we are lucky that there are still survivors who can share what happened here.'

'80 years have passed, but the hate is still here'

Long Island synagogue cancels Ben-Gvir speaking engagement

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's scheduled speech at the Young Israel of Woodmere was canceled just two days in advance due to a death in the rabbi's family.

Long Island synagogue cancels Ben-Gvir speaking engagement

Jewish schools see 84% surge in security costs post-October 7th

Teach Coalition report highlights sharp rise in security spending at Jewish schools in wake of anti-semitic threats.

Jewish schools see 84% surge in security costs post-October 7th

Watch:

Captivity and Holocaust survivors march together in Aushwitz

Marking 80 years since liberation, Israeli President Herzog and Polish President Duda to lead March of the Living alongside 80 Holocaust survivors and 10 freed October 7 hostages.

Captivity and Holocaust survivors march together in Aushwitz

Read the letter:

“Shattered” Family Grabs Attention Of Generation’s Leading Rabbis

When two great rabbis take time out of their busy day to hand-write a lengthy letter, the matter at hand must be important.

“Shattered” Family Grabs Attention Of Generation’s Leading Rabbis

'Ani Maamin'

The song of hope and faith born on the train to Treblinka

On Holocaust Memorial Day, the story of the popular 'Ani Maamin' tune takes on new meaning as a song of faith and hope - and as one devoted hasid's last gift to his beloved rebbe and the Jewish world.

The song of hope and faith born on the train to Treblinka

Yale:

Anti-Israel encampment returns to campus exactly 1 year later

Anti-Israel protesters rebuild encampment 1 year to the day after the previous encampment, blocking and making antisemitic taunts at Jewish students to protest off-campus visit by Itamar Ben--Gvir.

Anti-Israel encampment returns to campus exactly 1 year later

Sharon Osbourne:

Band should lose US visas after anti-Israel Coachella performance

Jewish celebrities are condemning Irish band Kneecap after it projected anti-Israel messages on stage and led the crowd at the Coachella music festival in an anti-Israel chant.

Band should lose US visas after anti-Israel Coachella performance

Sa'ar:

'Millions of Jews cried out for help, no one came, Never again'

Foreign Minisgter Gideon Sa’ar at the Holocaust Remembrance Day Ceremony with Foreign Ambassadors at the Foreign Ministry. 'We will not allow the new antisemites to rob us of our right to self-defense.'

'Millions of Jews cried out for help, no one came, Never again'

RAA thanks Trump for 'decisive action against antisemitism'

The Rabbinical Alliance of America, representing over 950 Orthodox rabbis across North America, lauds administration's ' practical measures that have had a real-world impact' against antisemitism and protect the ideals of America.

RAA thanks Trump for 'decisive action against antisemitism'

Repeat the Success

“Keep Our Soldiers Cool” Movement gearing up for summer heat

This summer we expect to receive over 100 requests for air conditioning units from soldiers on active duty

“Keep Our Soldiers Cool” Movement gearing up for summer heat

Nearly all Holocaust survivors could die within next 15 years

Half of Holocaust survivors alive today will be dead in 6 years, nearly all will be dead within 15 years, new analysis finds.

Nearly all Holocaust survivors could die within next 15 years

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

'Out of the abyss, Holocaust survivors built us a national home'

'Our duty is to provide every citizen of Israel with protection and security, while preserving the memory of the Holocaust as a testimony and heritage for future generations,' says Chief of Staff Zamir.

'Out of the abyss, Holocaust survivors built us a national home'

Vice Chair. of Betar Worldwide:

'Two ways to fight antisemitism - fight or flight'

Ronn Torossian, Vice Chair. of Betar Worldwide & Chair. of Betar US: We are living in very dark days for the Jewish people. Ultimately, the Jewish people will only be safe here in Israel.

'Two ways to fight antisemitism - fight or flight'

CVJ:

'Progressive rabbis choose Progressivism over Judaism'

The Coalition for Jewish Values, which represents over 2,500 traditional Orthodox rabbis in America, condemned the 3 non-Orthodox denominations for opposing the Trump Administration's efforts to combat campus antisemitism.

'Progressive rabbis choose Progressivism over Judaism'

Ukraine:

Firebomb hurled at synagogue

Firebomb hurled at synagogue in Kryvyi Rih in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast as Passover ends.

Firebomb hurled at synagogue

Days before US trip:

Brooklyn event featuring Itamar Ben-Gvir cancelled

The benefit event for Chabad of Hebron that was supposed to be hosted by Beis Shmuel Chabad in Crown Heights was canceled shortly after it was announced.

Brooklyn event featuring Itamar Ben-Gvir cancelled

Watch:

Funeral of Rabbi Meir Mazuz

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.

Funeral of Rabbi Meir Mazuz

Rabbi Mazuz to be laid to rest; Bnei Brak roads closed

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.

Rabbi Mazuz to be laid to rest; Bnei Brak roads closed

Shabbat Shalom and Chag Sameach from Israel National News!

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

Shabbat Shalom and Chag Sameach from Israel National News!

Violent incident that ignites tensions in Crown Heights

After a Jewish resident was filmed pushing an African-American man in a wheelchair, a protest rally is being held calling for unity. The Jewish community condemns the act.

Violent incident that ignites tensions in Crown Heights

Six months after his murder:

Baby girl born to murdered Chabad emissary

Wife of murdered Chabad-Lubavitch emissary Rabbi Zvi Kogan gives birth to the couple's firstborn daughter, six months after her husband's brutal murder.

Baby girl born to murdered Chabad emissary

Watch:

Hallel prayer with Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu in Hebron

An emotional service is taking place at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron with the participation of thousands of worshippers.

Hallel prayer with Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu in Hebron

Watch:

PM quizzes Jewish children on Passover customs

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meets Jewish children at his official residence and speaks with them about Passover customs.

PM quizzes Jewish children on Passover customs

Chag Sameach from Israel National News!

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

Chag Sameach from Israel National News!

Jewish group urges Red Cross to help hostages observe Passover

Ayelet Hashachar on the International Committee of the Red Cross to facilitate delivery of matzahs to the hostages still held in Gaza for Passover.

Jewish group urges Red Cross to help hostages observe Passover

PM's Passover blessing:

'The Almighty and our soldiers save us from our enemies' hands'

Prime Minister Netanyahu publishes video message with a special blessing ahead of ther Passover festival. 'Wwe are the generation of resurrection. The generation of victory.'

'The Almighty and our soldiers save us from our enemies' hands'

At Main March of the Living:

Ex-hostage Agam Berger and Daniel Weiss to perform together

The October 7 Delegation to the March of the Living will be led by Menomadin Foundation Founder and President Haim Taib and World Zionist Organization Chairman Yaakov Hagoel.

Ex-hostage Agam Berger and Daniel Weiss to perform together

Important

2 Great Rabbis Join Forces To Save 10 Children

Rabbis Shimon Galai and Yitzchak Kolodetzky are calling on the public to come to their aid and provide for a widow and 10 children.

2 Great Rabbis Join Forces To Save 10 Children

You can help:

The family that is so poor, they don’t own closets

When people came to comfort the Nimni whose father died very suddenly, they discovered that there was so much more to the story

The family that is so poor, they don’t own closets

Bring joy to bereaved families:

'I realize that my Stav, she will never come back'

This upcoming Passover will be the first holiday without him. Every time I think about it, I feel like I can’t breathe. How?

'I realize that my Stav, she will never come back'

Support wounded heroes:

When the burn wounds heal, it’s not over

NLM: Most of the burn injuries were combined with other injuries, with burn recovery lasting four to five years

When the burn wounds heal, it’s not over

IDF prepares for Passover:

Over 100 tons of matzah for soldiers

Tens of thousands of Haggadot and kosher for Passover food packages delivered to soldiers serving on all fronts.

Over 100 tons of matzah for soldiers

FOX to premier documentary on YU basketball team post 10.7

'Rebound: A Year of Triumph and Tragedy at Yeshiva University Basketball' follows the Yeshiva University Maccabees Basketball Team in the aftermath of the October 7th Attacks

FOX to premier documentary on YU basketball team post 10.7

80 Years After the Holocaust:

Kosher food in the town next to Auschwitz

For the first time since the Holocaust: The Jewish center in Oświęcim, near the Auschwitz extermination camp, will offer kosher meals.

Kosher food in the town next to Auschwitz

'Jewish children have rights, too'

In response to attacks on Jewish children worldwide, B’nai B’rith Portugal and the International Observatory of Human Rights release book highlighting the universal rights of children.

'Jewish children have rights, too'

Kupat Yerushalayim update

Additional Rabbanim join the cause

As Support for Kupat Yerushalayim takes root, new Roshei Yeshiva join; including a Gabbai

Additional Rabbanim join the cause

Help the Nimnis

The family that lost everything in 60 seconds

Witnesses describe the scene as traumatic, with family members frozen in shock.

The family that lost everything in 60 seconds

Jewish visitors to Auschwitz can now buy kosher food

80 years after Auschwitz, kosher food will be sold in its town of Oświęcim.

Jewish visitors to Auschwitz can now buy kosher food

Netanyahu meets Hungarian Jews, emphasizes faith and unity

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with Hungary’s Jewish leadership in Budapest, stressing Israel’s resolve to return all hostages and win its current war. His wife, Sara Netanyahu, shares her emotional strength and dedication to families, children, and the hostages.

Netanyahu meets Hungarian Jews, emphasizes faith and unity

Help Torah education

Don't donate – just vote!

One click can direct billions to strengthen Torah, support families, and shape Israel's future!

Don't donate – just vote!

Colorado synagogue vandalized, authorities seek suspect

Police in Aurora, Colorado searching for a suspect who vandalized the Ohr Avner Synagogue by throwing rocks and shattering windows. The Jewish community, previously targeted by antisemitic incidents, remains committed to staying despite threats.

Colorado synagogue vandalized, authorities seek suspect

In meeting with IHF

Mayor Adams promises enhanced Passover safety

Rabbi David Katz, Rabbi Dr. Joseph Frager, and Jonathan Burkan of the Israel Heritage Foundation meet New York Mayor Eric Adams, presenting him with Shemurah Matzah. Mayor Adams, in turn, promises enhanced police presence for a safe Passover.

Mayor Adams promises enhanced Passover safety

Help heroes heal

For severely injured soldiers, the road to recovery is painful

Shomrei Yisrael is sending help for Pesach to severely wounded soldiers on the long journey of healing. Join in!

For severely injured soldiers, the road to recovery is painful

NYPD boosting security for synagogues ahead of Passover

Hate crimes against Jews 'jump off the page' and account for 62% of all hate crimes in NYC, says the commanding officer of the NYPD’s Hate Crimes Task Force.

NYPD boosting security for synagogues ahead of Passover

Benny’s mother pleads:

Help me save my child!

Desperate and brokenhearted, they got a small ray of hope: there is a surgical protocol that might save his life.

Help me save my child!

Israel and Diaspora Jews:

Studying the complexity to deepen the connection

In this episode of 'Jewish-Share,' Dr. Idana Goldberg, CEO of the Russell Berrie Foundation, and philanthropist and activist Daniel Goldman met virtually to discuss the gaps between Israel and Diaspora Jews and how to bridge those gaps.

Studying the complexity to deepen the connection

The Jewish org. turning in Israel haters to the Trump admin.

Betar USA has been compiling dossiers and submitting them to the Trump administration, initiating deportation proceedings against several noncitizen students and academics associated with pro-Palestinian protests.

The Jewish org. turning in Israel haters to the Trump admin.




























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