Today, Jewish safety depends on strength. Jewish survival depends on sovereignty. And Jewish dignity depends on the refusal to be defined by others. The reborn State of Israel is the embodiment of that principle. Charlie Kirk knew that.The ADL does not. Opinion.
Despite the tense security situation, the head of Ukraine’s Military Intelligence joined the holiday meal.
Under National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's policy, the number of Jewish visitors to the Temple Mount on Rosh Hashanah has nearly doubled, records show.
A Jerusalem man in his 80's has been arrested for murdering his caretaker and hiding her body in the bathtub of his house.
Two Syracuse students face hate crime charges after throwing pork into a Jewish frat house during Rosh Hashanah. Officials condemn the act as abhorrent and promise disciplinary action.
Wishing a happy New Year to all our readers. News coverage ends this evening for Rosh Hashanah, resumes Wednesday night.
Rosh Hashanah about to begin in Israel. INN's North America desk will continue to update the site until it begins in New York.
About two weeks after he was first seen in a video with Guy Gilboa-Dalal, Hamas has released a new video of the hostage Alon Ohel.
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reached out by radio to IDF units operating in all arenas, sending his wishes for the new year.
In his Rosh Hashanah address, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns rising antisemitism, reaffirms Israel’s commitment to Jewish communities worldwide.
These are the three tools which G-d gives us to transform His judgment from bad to good: repentance, prayer, and charity. Delving into that prayer and Mussaf.
The difference between the admonitions in two successive Torah readings teach an important lesson for the New Year.
Our tradition demands that we give greater priority to regular over irregular.
IDF announces unusual reinforcement of forces across all areas of Israel, ahead of holiday season.
A selection of concepts concerning the Jewish New Year that begins tonight.
In festive letter on eve of Rosh Hashanah, Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev emphasizes the place of the Jewish community in his country and its longstanding tradition of tolerance.
The Selichot prayers were dedicated for the return of the hostages and for the safety of IDF soldiers. In a special gesture, President of Argentina participated via video conference.
U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee released a video message for Rosh Hashanah with his prayers for the return of the hostages - 'not a few, but all of them.'
Approximately 100 haredi men are detained by Israel’s military police as they attempt to leave for the Jewish holidays. Activists urge their release before Rosh Hashana to avoid alienating the community.
Israeli President sends heartfelt greetings to Jewish communities across the globe for Rosh Hashanah, stresses 'all Jews have a place and voice in Israel.'
International law permits a state to wage war in order to defend itself. For generations the West has been steeped in antisemitism and the claim that we are committing “genocide” and “war crimes” is a distinctly antisemitic claim, while it is true that much of the Arab enemy's civilian population are full partners in the war against us.
We long for a world where all the nations will one day come together in Yerushalayim to pray.
Acts of Chessed are especially important during the season of Rosh Hashanah, the holiday commemorating Creation, the greatest act of initial Chessed by God.
Rabbi Zamir Cohen in a rare blessing for those who offer support for families needing help.
Israel’s population exceeds 10 million at the end of 2024, with 78.6% Jews, 21.4% Arabs, and rising emigration offsetting lower immigration numbers.
Goldknopf demands that yeshiva students detained by the army be allowed to celebrate Rosh Hashanah with their families and pray at the synagogues they attend every year.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Police Commissioner Daniel Levi dismissed reports of tensions between them at a shared Rosh Hashana toast.
Hundreds of left-wing activists demonstrate outside Likud party Rosh Hashanah event in Petah Tikva.
Defense Minister Israel Katz considers allowing Jews to stay at Joseph's Tomb for three days during Rosh Hashanah.
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.
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.
Rabbi of Uman urges support for Breslov pilgrims ahead of Rosh Hashanah.
Breslov activists reveal behind-the-scenes struggle with Moldova over Uman pilgrimage flights, after officials demand security reimbursements and temporary terminal.
Israeli government approves funding for flights to Uman ahead of Rosh Hashanah, following Moldova’s demand for infrastructure fees.
On Jewish New Year, NYC driver threatens 2 Jewish men walking to synagogue with screams of 'F–-ing Jew! Drop dead Zionist,' and swerves toward them.
A knife-wielding terrorist approached a base in the Hebron area and was neutralized by a soldier from the Home Front Command.
IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi visits Tel Nof Airbase ahead of Rosh Hashanah: We have the capabilities to reach and strike any point in the Middle East. Those of our enemies who have not yet understood this, will soon understand.
When we examine the Rosh Hashanah prayers, there is no mention of sin or penitence. How can that be?
The uniqueness of Rosh Hashanah's joy - amidst trembling - and the special laws for this year.
The year 5784 unfortunately began with bad signs but the year is ending with good signs.
How to channel our fears.
Talia described the devastating effect of her husbands last-minute transfer.
IDF restricts gatherings in Jerusalem and central Israel to 30 people outdoors, 300 indoors, following rocket barrage on central Israel. Central Selichot prayers at the Western Wall expected to be canceled.
Prepare for the Yamim Noraim by partnering with Yeshivas Shaar Hashamayim, led by Rav Gamliel, for a special Pidyon Nefesh and divine blessings.
As Rosh Hashanah approaches, we are all seeking a Melitz Yosher—a Heavenly advocate. By donating a Shabbos Kit to a needy family
The coming year of 5785 will be a crucial one for all Jews. Make no mistake about it. We will defeat all our enemies to the amazement and dismay of the world. Our status of “chosen people” will advance before the enlightened family of nations.
CUNY institution attempted to force Jewish students and faculty to cancel Rosh Hashanah celebration due to fears of anti-Israel protesters, backs down after intervention by Rep. Ritchie Torres.
The Cherkasy Regional Military Administration is urging Jews not to make the annual pilgrimage to the town of Uman as the war with Russia continues.
There is a wise path to take to merit a positive judgment on Rosh Hashanah and lengthen one’s days.
Netanyahu discussed the situation in the region with Zelenskyy and raised the issue of tens of thousands of Israelis traveling to Uman for Rosh Hashanah.
US State Department warns citizens against traveling to Uman, Ukraine, for the annual Rosh Hashanah celebration at the burial place of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov.
Ukraine government begins process to change entry requirements for non-citizens from visa-exempt countries, including Israel, who seek entry to Ukraine.
Cantor and actor Dudu Fisher announces he will hold New Year prayers in central Tel Aviv, after the City decided to ban prayers in public spaces.
A city employee was caught on camera tearing down Religious Zionism election signs during Rosh Hashanah.
About an hour after the end of Rosh Hashanah, we opened the door and saw an envelope on the floor.
Bomb threats target US synagogues during Rosh Hashanah, but few interruptions reported.
Rabbi Yisrael Ariel describes how the Temple Institute brought back a practice from the Talmudic era over Rosh Hashanah.
Journalist Kalman Libeskind slams Rosh Hashanah pilgrimage to Uman: 'The heart of holiness is in the Land of Israel, why travel to Ukraine?'
IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi walked from his home to join ten soldiers for holiday prayers at an outpost on Route 443.
The former president wished liberal Jews 'make better choices" and listed several actions taken for Israel and the Jewish people.
