Jewish News (Page 2)


Historic Jewish visit:

Chabad emissary from Turkey leads delegation to Syria

Delegation holds rare Jewish prayer service in Damascus synagogue, including Torah reading - the first in years.

Chabad emissary from Turkey leads delegation to Syria

Chief Rabbi to religious leaders:

'Stop terrorism; peace is supreme'

At the Congress of World and Traditional Religions, Rabbi David Yosef called for an end to terrorism, stressed Judaism’s commitment to peace, and defended the rights of all faiths.

'Stop terrorism; peace is supreme'

(One) Family is Everything

No one should have to be brave alone - We serve families; each person with their own story, their own pain, their own path to healing.

(One) Family is Everything

Rabbi Pinto: Schottenstein is the ‘Abraham of our generation’

Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto and Jewish billionaire Jay Schottenstein open library containing tens of thousands of Torah and Jewish thought books in the heart of Manhattan.

Rabbi Pinto: Schottenstein is the ‘Abraham of our generation’

Worldwide survey:

78% of Jewish students hide religious identity on campus

More than 80% of Jewish students worldwide hide their Zionist identity, while one in five know Jewish peers who were physically assaulted on campus this past year.

78% of Jewish students hide religious identity on campus

87 Years Later:

Historic synagogue reopens in Munich

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz was moved to tears at a dedication ceremony marking the reopening of the historic Reichenbachstrasse synagogue in Munich, saying he 'declares war on antisemitism.'

Historic synagogue reopens in Munich

'True friend of the Jewish people'

The Chief Rabbi's letter to Charlie Kirk's family

Rabbi David Yosef says in condolence letter to the family of Charlie Kirk that he regrets never having met Kirk, praises the right-wing activist's 'great deeds and noble character.'

The Chief Rabbi's letter to Charlie Kirk's family

Jews considering leaving Belgium due to rising antisemitism

An international conference against antisemitism focused on the spread of antisemitism within the judiciary, the media, politics and education.

Jews considering leaving Belgium due to rising antisemitism

You can help Yisrael Meir

72% of infants with brain tumors die

Yisrael Meir was diagnosed immediately after birth with a malignant head tumor at Schneider Children's Hospital in Israel. Because of the quick diagnosis, he survived and has a very good chance of being completely cured.

72% of infants with brain tumors die

'Jews did 9/11'

Antisemitic vandalism strikes synagogues in Halifax, Canada

Antisemitic graffiti, including "Jews did 9/11" and a swastika, found on two Halifax synagogues and a Jewish center.

Antisemitic vandalism strikes synagogues in Halifax, Canada

Ukraine:

Rise in number of killed Jews

The number of Jewish soldiers killed in battle increased compared to previous years, many Jewish institutions have been hit by Russian missiles, and the number of recruited Jews has increased.

Rise in number of killed Jews

The Ridge at Eden Hills: Your Dream Home in Israel is Waiting

For Modern Orthodox families seeking their true Israeli home, The Ridge at Eden Hills offers spacious single-family houses with private gardens just minutes from Ramat Beit Shemesh.

The Ridge at Eden Hills: Your Dream Home in Israel is Waiting

Antisemitism in Venice:

Jewish tourists attacked by migrants

Ten attackers surrounded the tourists, shouting 'Free Palestine,' one set a Rottweiler on them, and another slapped one; three arrested.

Jewish tourists attacked by migrants

Moldova's Jews aim to preserve Jewish heritage

In Moldova, Jewish life is fueled by descendants of those who fled — and new refugees from Ukraine.

Moldova's Jews aim to preserve Jewish heritage

Under heavy security:

First Selichot prayers held in Australia

Hundreds gather in main synagogue in Sydney, Australia, reciting the first Selichot prayers of the year with local rabbis, with Rabbi Menachem Feldman serving as cantor. Watch.

First Selichot prayers held in Australia

London:

Suspect arrested in series of antisemitic crimes in Golders Green

A suspect has been arrested in connection with a series of antisemitic attacks on synagogues and Jewish schools in London. The arrest follows a joint effort between police and Shomrim North West London.

Suspect arrested in series of antisemitic crimes in Golders Green

From Heroism to Hardship: ZAKA Volunteer's Battle Two Years Later

As a veteran ZAKA volunteer with 27 years of service, he was among the first responders to the scenes of horror that unfolded on October 7th, 2023, but no amount of training could prepare him for the emotional scars he would carry afterward.

From Heroism to Hardship: ZAKA Volunteer's Battle Two Years Later

Rabbi Chaim Mentz

'Charlie Kirk was the Abraham of our time'

Prominent Chabad Rabbi and podcast host compares the late Charlie Kirk to the Biblical Patriarch on Fox News for his approach to debating his ideas and avoiding anger.

'Charlie Kirk was the Abraham of our time'

"A Sign from Above"

The special dollar from the Rebbe given to Minister Eliyahu

At 770, the central Chabad synagogue in Brooklyn, Minister Amichai Eliyahu received a dollar from the late Lubavitcher Rebbe in a special ceremony.

The special dollar from the Rebbe given to Minister Eliyahu

Holocaust survivor Tova Ringer passes away at 102

Tova Ringer, Holocaust survivor from Poland and 2018's 'Beauty Queen of Holocaust Survivors,' passes away Wednesday at 102.

Holocaust survivor Tova Ringer passes away at 102

OU:

'Charlie Kirk's murder was senseless and vicious'

The Orthodox Union, representing thousands of Orthodox Jewish Congregations across America, released a statement today on the murder of Charlie Kirk.

'Charlie Kirk's murder was senseless and vicious'

Amid election concerns:

Brooklyn synagogue links High Holiday seats to voter registration

Ahead of mayoral election, Brooklyn synagogue demands voter registration to attend High Holiday services.

Brooklyn synagogue links High Holiday seats to voter registration

Rabbi Berman prays in Senate:

Peace for Israel, freedom for hostages

Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman opened the US Senate with a prayer for unity, peace in Israel, and freedom for hostages, ahead of the approaching Jewish New Year.

Peace for Israel, freedom for hostages

'Never again is now!'

New US Ambassador visits Babi Yar with Chief Rabbi

US Ambassador to Ukraine Julie Fisher visited the Babi Yar memorial and declared, 'The United States is committed to ensuring that atrocities against Jews never happen again.'

New US Ambassador visits Babi Yar with Chief Rabbi

Chabad's unique gift to Israel's Finance Minister

Chabad Delhi surprises Israel's Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, presenting him with a unique gift during his trip to India.

Chabad's unique gift to Israel's Finance Minister

Antisemitic attacks:

Golders Green synagogues defaced with faeces

Police and Shomrim are investigating after synagogues and a private home in Golders Green were vandalized in antisemitic hate crimes described as 'revolting.'

Golders Green synagogues defaced with faeces

Jewish family faces anti-Israel harassment during Venice vacation

Haim Tuito, professional photographer and Chabad hassid, and his family were just trying to enjoy their vacation in Venice when they were harassed with anti-Israel slogans.

Jewish family faces anti-Israel harassment during Venice vacation

Mother of 10 Rebuilds After Fire Destroys Home

Weeks after the blaze, Rivka Aharoni describes the hardest moment of losing her home

Mother of 10 Rebuilds After Fire Destroys Home

'I came out strengthened'

The haredi soldier vs. the extremists at the Western Wall

Mendel Roth, a haredi soldier in the Hashmonaim Brigade, arrived at the Western Wall to recite Selichot prayers, where a group of Hasidic boys gathered around him, curious about his military service. Some extremists attempted to distance them and even claimed there is a "halachic ruling to throw him out of the place."

The haredi soldier vs. the extremists at the Western Wall

Enough is enough:

Call for government to defund BBC at March Against Antisemitism

About 70,000 people took to the streets of London to protest against spiralling extremism and Jew-hate in Britain, 'antisemitism is rife right across the UK. You will see it, you will hear it, you will feel it.'

Call for government to defund BBC at March Against Antisemitism

Iran expert:

Tehran preparing for next confrontation with Israel, Jews

Iran expert Eliyahu Yossian warns against complacency towards the regime in Tehran, which he believes is currently preparing for next confrontation against Jews and Israelis.

Tehran preparing for next confrontation with Israel, Jews

Scottish Jews warn:

'Anti-Israel policy fuels antisemitism, endangers lives'

Jewish activists in Scotland warn First Minister Swinney that his anti-Israel rhetoric and boycott policy are fueling antisemitism. Nearly 3,000 sign a letter urging him to retract and protect Jewish safety.

'Anti-Israel policy fuels antisemitism, endangers lives'

New demands from Moldova complicate Uman agreement

Israel’s plans to establish a temporary terminal in Moldova for Breslov Hasidim traveling to Uman are facing difficulties after Chisinau presented new demands.

New demands from Moldova complicate Uman agreement

US Jewish leaders refuse to meet with Macron

Leaders of US Jewry declined a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, citing his push to recognize a Palestinian state and the rise in antisemitism.

US Jewish leaders refuse to meet with Macron

After years of war:

Few Jews remain in Damascus as community struggles to recover

In Damascus’ former Jewish quarter, optimism about the Syrian Jewish future is hard to muster.

Few Jews remain in Damascus as community struggles to recover

Closure of New York yeshivas halted

The New York State Supreme Court has issued a temporary injunction against the closure of six haredi yeshivas in Brooklyn.

Closure of New York yeshivas halted

Flight to Uman:

'Do not cause desecration of God's name'

The Breslov Union published special guidelines for travelers to Uman: limits on early arrival at airports, a ban on smuggling cigarettes and an emphasis on maintaining cleanliness.

'Do not cause desecration of God's name'

American Zionist Movement:

These are the results of the World Zionist Congress elections

The 155 representatives elected from the U.S. will join others from around the world in the Congress to make key decisions on over $1 billion in annual support for Israel and world Jewry.

These are the results of the World Zionist Congress elections

The ultimate goal:

To make all Jews one international community

In new 'Jewish-Share' episode, Rabbi Dr. Tropper and Rabbi Kantor reflect on the need for Israelis to feel a bond with Diaspora Jews.

To make all Jews one international community

Akiva headlines United Palace Concert opening YU’s Fall semester

Acclaimed Israeli singer-songwriter Akiva will headline a landmark concert at the United Palace Theatre in Upper Manhattan on Sunday, September 14, 2025, joined by international music icon Idan Raichel.

Akiva headlines United Palace Concert opening YU’s Fall semester

Israel Heritage Foundation hosts Minister Miri Regev

The event brought together prominent figures to discuss collaboration and the current situation in Israel, particularly in the aftermath of October 7.

Israel Heritage Foundation hosts Minister Miri Regev

Special interview

Nate Buzz: 'Obligated to be a voice of reason'

Nathaniel Buzolic sat down with Arutz Sheva to speak about firsthand experiences from thr ground, his battle against global misinformation, and the calls for Jews to hold on to hope, truth, and love.

Nate Buzz: 'Obligated to be a voice of reason'

Despite war damage:

Kyiv Jewish school opens its doors

Despite the physical damage and emotional trauma from a nearby drone strike, the Perlina-Or Avner school administration decided to continue its educational activities.

Kyiv Jewish school opens its doors

London

Watch: Man rams Orthodox Jews with scooter in antisemitic attacks

Victims include a 21-year-old woman with serious injuries and a three-year-old child left traumatized in what Shomrim called 'unprovoked antisemitic assaults'.

Watch: Man rams Orthodox Jews with scooter in antisemitic attacks

New Program

Master Hilchos Taharas HaMishpacha Online and Get a Smicha

Based on Rabbi Yitzchak Berkovits' Smicha Curriculum

Master Hilchos Taharas HaMishpacha Online and Get a Smicha

Belgian hospital records 'Jewish' as allergy in 9-year-old's file

A 9-year-old girl’s medical file at a hospital in Knokke, Belgium listed 'Jewish (Israeli)' under allergies, prompting legal action and ethical condemnation.

Belgian hospital records 'Jewish' as allergy in 9-year-old's file

Paris:

Knife-wielding man arrested after threatening Jews near synagogue

Man threatens Jews near a Paris synagogue before Shabbat and arrested by police. Authorities are probing antisemitic motives.

Knife-wielding man arrested after threatening Jews near synagogue

Watch:

Protester splashes paint on Israeli singer David D'Or

A concert by Israeli singer David D'Or in Warsaw, Poland, was disrupted when a pro-Palestinian activist in the audience splashed red paint on the singer and his band.

Protester splashes paint on Israeli singer David D'Or

Belzer Rebbe's surgery concludes successfully

Medical team reports surgery went as planned, Belzer Rebbe transferred to ward to begin rehabilitation.

Belzer Rebbe's surgery concludes successfully

Children's star to end appearances on Shabbat

Actor and children's entertainer Haim Osadon, known by the stage name 'David Haim', announced today that he has decided to stop performing on Shabbat.

Children's star to end appearances on Shabbat

Belzer Rebbe hospitalized

Belzer Rebbe admitted to Jerusalem hospital due to broken leg, expected to undergo surgery.

Belzer Rebbe hospitalized

Reversing course

Philadelphia Jewish museum to rehang Israeli flag after vandalism

The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History reversed its plan to remove the Israeli flag, affirming it is 'proudly Jewish and proudly Zionist.'

Philadelphia Jewish museum to rehang Israeli flag after vandalism

Jewish groups respond after woman stabbed at Ottawa grocery store

A woman in her 70s stabbed at an Ottawa grocery store known for its kosher section. Police are investigating possible motives, including hate bias. Jewish groups express concern and call for increased safety.

Jewish groups respond after woman stabbed at Ottawa grocery store

Pilgrimage to Uman:

Rabbis warn men with arrest warrants not to try to leave Israel

Breslov Hassidic Rabbis have warned followers with active arrest warrants, including for not reporting for IDF service, not to try to travel to Uman for the traditional pilgrimage over Rosh Hashanah.

Rabbis warn men with arrest warrants not to try to leave Israel

Uman rabbi: 'Sacrifice yourself'

Rabbi of Uman urges support for Breslov pilgrims ahead of Rosh Hashanah.

Uman rabbi: 'Sacrifice yourself'

France:

Twin brothers arrested for vandalizing Ilan Halimi memorial tree

Twin brothers arrested in France for cutting down a memorial tree honoring Ilan Halimi, a Jewish man tortured to death in 2006. The act sparked national outrage and renewed concerns over antisemitism.

Twin brothers arrested for vandalizing Ilan Halimi memorial tree




























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