News for Ethiopian Jews Watch: 119 Ethiopian immigrants arrive in Israel119 Ethiopian Jews fulfilled their dream of immigrating to Israel on Jerusalem Day. Memorial ceremony for Ethiopian Jews who died on their way to IsraelPresident Rivlin, PM Netanyahu deliver remarks at the official memorial ceremony for Ethiopian Jews who died on their way to Israel. Sister of slain Ethiopian arrives in IsraelSister of Solomon Tekah, who was killed by an off-duty police officer in Haifa, arrives in Israel thanks to efforts of Minister Uri Ariel. Last Jews from South Sudan arrive in IsraelFamily torn apart during Operation Moses reunites decades later in Israel. Film about rescue of Ethiopian Jews from Sudan comes to NetflixChris Evans stars in 'The Red Sea Diving Resort,' about Mossad agents who set up fake resort as front to smuggle Ethiopian Jews to Israel. Are the 'Ethiopian protests' really led by Ethiopians?Far-left and Arab activists spotted participating in and in some cases leading the riots sparked by death of Ethiopian teenager. Israel gears up for new wave of protestsProtests by members of Ethiopian community planned across Israel beginning Wednesday afternoon, including road-blocking demonstrations. Blocked by protesters, out of food and without baby's medicineBeit Shemesh family stuck in traffic during Ethiopian community protests calls for help to get medication for baby with heart condition. 83 injured as Ethiopian protesters riot across IsraelDozens of police officers injured, along with protesters, passersby, and a fireman. Stones thrown, cars set on fire, and roads blocked. Israel marks Ethiopian Jews' Memorial DayPresident, PM address memorial ceremony on Mt. Herzl for Ethiopian Jews who perished while attempting to make it to Israel. Hollywood dives deep into 1980s Israeli spy 'resort' in SudanNew film recounts secret Mossad operation to rescue Ethiopian Jews via secret outpost on Sudanese coast. 'We will bring another 1,000 Ethiopian Jews to Israel'PM convenes Ministerial Committee on the Advancement and Integration of Israeli Citizens of Ethiopian Origin. Jewish diplomat who helped plan Operation Moses, dies at 82American Jewish diplomat behind stunning 1984 airlift of Ethiopian Jews to Israel passes away at age 82. Chief Rabbi: 'Edah's ban on Ethiopian employees is pure racism'Sephardic Chief Rabbi blasts decision by prominent haredi court to ban Ethiopian Jews from wine production. Deri gives Ethiopian Jew, Bible Quiz contestant Israeli ID cardEthiopian Jewish teenager whose father, siblings live in Israel, had been initially required to leave country after annual Bible quiz. Ethiopian Jewish Bible Quiz contestant won't be forced to leaveRepresentative of Ethiopian Jewish community in Israel's Bible Quiz granted residency status, after initially asked to leave country. Waiting to come to Israel, Ethiopians prepare for PesachRemaining Ethiopians waiting to immigrate to Israel prepare for Passover. Funding of Ethiopian aliyah left out of state budget?Chairman of Absorption Committee wonders why government decision to bring remaining Jews in Ethiopia to Israel not included in budget. Uri Lubrani, former Israeli ambassador to Iran, dead at 91Veteran Israeli diplomat helped coordinate 'Operation Solomon' which brought Ethiopian Jews to Israel in 1990, advised Defense Ministry. Government approves status of Ethiopian 'kessim'Prime Minister: 'This arrangement should have been implemented a long time ago, and I am pleased that we have the opportunity to do so now.' Chief Rabbi Lau meets with Ethiopian rabbisChief Rabbi Lau met with Ethiopian rabbis in the wake of racial slurs cast against members of the Ethiopian community, Ethiopian MK: Police Chief's comments harm us'The Police Chief called me to explain his comments; I told him he should apologize and put an end to the story.' MK: Prosecute all of the racists'Ethiopian women need not apply' in wanted ad stirs controversy, with Likud MK calling for criminal investigation into company. Ethiopian Kessim call to end Christian AliyahEthiopian Jewish spiritual leaders urge Netanyahu to let them oversee immigration of Falash Mura, warning missionaries are being allowed in. Housing benefits for new immigrants? Not so fastEthiopian Jew who made aliyah in 2002 shocked to be refused aid in purchasing an apartment - because his wife is Israeli born. 'Asleep at the wheel' on Falash Mura aliyahLiba Center member calls on Zionist, religious and haredi MKs to oppose mass aliyah of Ethiopian Jews due to their unclear Jewish status. 'An historic achievement uniting nation of Israel'Likud MKs Neguise and Amsalem, who waged protest to have PM uphold resolution on Ethiopian aliyah, hail 'historic justice.'Crisis averted: 1,300 Ethiopian Jews coming homeWith coalition revolt, two Likud MKs manage to make Netanyahu backtrack after he scrapped resolution on Ethiopian aliyah. Netanyahu's Likud feud caught on tapePM recorded in faction meeting condemning MKs who are protesting his canceling of Ethiopian Ailyah decision, warns coalition is in danger. Ethiopian Jews protest cancellation of mass AliyahUp to 2,000 Ethiopian Jews march outside PM's office, demanding he rescind canceling immigration for their relatives.'Stop discriminating against Ethiopians, converts'ITIM chairman accuses Ministry of Religion of systematic discrimination against Ethipions, converts. The 'secret Jews' of Ethiopia are reemergingFor thousands of years, the Bal Ej practiced Judaism in secret - now they are reemerging, and they want to come home to Israel. Ethiopian Jews celebrate Sigd redemption holidayRivlin joins thousands of Ethiopian Jews in traditional holiday celebrating return to Israel, overlooking the Temple Mount.Report: Officials Made Ethiopians Pay for AliyahEthiopians in Israel allege government officials forced them to pay to speed up process of bringing relatives to Israel. Families of Ethiopian IDF Soldiers to Make AliyahInterior Minister Silvan Shalom vows to take immediate steps to bring 500 soldiers' families to Israel, complete Ethiopian Aliyah. Probe into Beating of Ethiopian Soldier ClosedCriminal charges won't be launched against cop filmed violently arresting IDF soldier of Ethiopian origin; AG said soldier used force first. Ethiopian Israelis Less Likely to Get DiplomasHebrew University study blames poor immigration absorption, 'feeling of discrimination' for students falling through the cracks. 24 Years Since Airlift of 14,500 Ethiopian JewsIDF remembers Operation Solomon, largest aerial mission to return Jews to Israel, which got Ethiopian Jews out of harm's way. Again: Police Lose Hold on Protest in Tel Aviv1,000 Ethiopian Israelis march; pre-coordinated protest begins to spiral out of control - despite prior agreement with police. Elkin: Rethink How We View Ethiopian AliyahAbsorption Minister Ze'ev Elkin says Ethiopian Jews must be addressed as 'equals', vows to stop discrimination after protests. Policeman Who Beat Ethiopian Soldier FiredPolice Commissioner Yohanan Danino announces steps against officer involved in brutal beating; second officer apparently not disciplined. Israelis Asked 'Are Ethiopians Jews?'2014 video poll, conducted prior to recent riots, shows interesting perspective on how Israelis view the Ethiopian-Jewish community.Tel Aviv: Police Preparing for Mass ProtestsEthiopian community expected to rally once again Sunday night; riot dispersal means being prepared. Non-Jews Harassed Jewish Women Praying in MeronLehava anti-assimilation group describes how it stopped ushers harassing Jewish women at Rashbi's tomb on Lag B'Omer. Kerry 'Confident' Israel Will Probe ViolenceUS Secretary of State says he is certain Israel will examine charges of violence in a way that 'honors the values' of Israeli people. Netanyahu Urges United Front Against RacismPM urges Israel to 'stand together' during 3-hour meeting with Ethiopian sector leaders; program, ministerial committee to be formed. Edelstein: We Are On the Brink of Civil WarKnesset Speaker warns of imminent social crisis at opening summer session as Ethiopian protests against discrimination set to continue.Sharansky Calls to Stop Ethiopian ProtestsOnly by working together will we find the path toward overcoming the obstacles that lie ahead,' the Jewish Agency chair warns.PM Meets with Ethiopian Soldier Assaulted by Cop'I was shocked - things will change,' Netanyahu promises Damas Pakada, who was beaten by a police officer while in IDF uniform.Ethiopians, Police: NIF Fanning ViolenceEthiopian Jewish protester says external organizations stirring up violence, while police commander names New Israel Fund-connected groups. Police: Non-Ethiopian Groups Radicalized ProtestHead of police operations branch reveals external radical groups turned things violent, as Jerusalem gears up for protest. 'Moderate Protest Left us Refugees in Our Land'While condemning violence, Yamit and Gush Katif expelee says Ethiopian Jewish protest is unfortunately only way to implement change. 68 Hurt as Police Disperse Ethiopian ProtestOver 2,000 protesters blocked the entrance to Ayalon Highway in protest of police brutality against an Ethiopian soldier. Ethiopian Protests Move to Tel AvivDays after clashes erupted in Jerusalem during Ethiopian Jewish protests against racism, demonstrators plan march for Tel Aviv on Sunday. Clashes as Ethiopian Jews Protest Police BrutalityAfter officer assaults Ethiopian soldier, 200 Ethiopian Jews block streets outside national police headquarters in Jerusalem.Likud MK Calls to Complete Ethiopian Aliyah6,000 Jews remain in Gondart and Addis, MK Avraham Nagosa says, and it is Israel's duty to bring them home. Jerusalem Synagogue Dedicated for Fallen SoldierBarkat joins Ethiopian Jews commemorating Moshe Malko in new Jerusalem synagogue; 'finding happiness in small things.' |
