Rosh Hashanah

Mother fights for home:

The First Soldier Into Lebanon Left $45,000 Unfinished

Turns out this widowed mother needs just $45,000 more by Sunday to save her fallen son's dream home - 3,200 people already donated in 72 hours

At the ADL, liberalism has trumped loyalty

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.

Amid drone strikes

Hundreds of Jews celebrate Rosh Hashanah in Kyiv with ambassadors

Despite the tense security situation, the head of Ukraine’s Military Intelligence joined the holiday meal.

Rosh Hashanah stats:

Sharp rise in number of Jewish visitors to Temple Mount

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.

Shocking murder during Rosh Hashanah

A Jerusalem man in his 80's has been arrested for murdering his caretaker and hiding her body in the bathtub of his house.

Syracuse U:

Pork thrown into Jewish frat on Rosh Hashanah

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.

Shana Tova from Israel National News!

Wishing a happy New Year to all our readers. News coverage ends this evening for Rosh Hashanah, resumes Wednesday night.

Shana Tova from Israel!

Updates continue from North America

Rosh Hashanah about to begin in Israel. INN's North America desk will continue to update the site until it begins in New York.

Right before Rosh Hashanah

Hamas publishes new video of hostage Alon Ohel

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.

'You are Israel’s eternity'

Chief of Staff's New Year's blessings ring out across IDF

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reached out by radio to IDF units operating in all arenas, sending his wishes for the new year.

Netanyahu's Rosh Hashanah message:

'Israel will always be your home'

In his Rosh Hashanah address, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns rising antisemitism, reaffirms Israel’s commitment to Jewish communities worldwide.

Transforming G-d's Judgment:

Repentance, Prayer, and Charity

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.

Rosh Hashanah:

The individual and the nation

The difference between the admonitions in two successive Torah readings teach an important lesson for the New Year.

Office of the UK Chief Rabbi

When Rosh Hashanah doesn't fall

Our tradition demands that we give greater priority to regular over irregular.

Ahead of the holidays:

Unusual reinforcement of security forces across all regions

IDF announces unusual reinforcement of forces across all areas of Israel, ahead of holiday season.

Rosh Hashanah Guide

A selection of concepts concerning the Jewish New Year that begins tonight.

Ahead of Rosh Hashanah:

Azerbaijan President sends warm greeting to Jewish community

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.

Watch:

50,000 participate in Selichot prayers at Western Wall

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.

Huckabee's New Year's message:

'I long for the moment I can take off this yellow ribbon'

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.'

Ahead of holidays:

Activists urge release of jailed haredi draft dodgers

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.

Herzog:

'Israel’s fight is a just one in defense of entire free world'

Israeli President sends heartfelt greetings to Jewish communities across the globe for Rosh Hashanah, stresses 'all Jews have a place and voice in Israel.'

Revivim:

'And of the nations it will be said'

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.

'Beit Tefillah Le’kol Ha’Amim'

A house of prayer for all the nations

We long for a world where all the nations will one day come together in Yerushalayim to pray.

Delving into the mysteries of Rosh Hashanah:

Chessed (loving kindness), the essence of Judaism

Acts of Chessed are especially important during the season of Rosh Hashanah, the holiday commemorating Creation, the greatest act of initial Chessed by God.

4 Days Before Rosh Hashanah

Rabbi Zamir Cohen's rare blessing

Rabbi Zamir Cohen in a rare blessing for those who offer support for families needing help.

Ahead of New Year:

Over ten million people live in Israel

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:

'Release defectors before Rosh Hashanah'

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.

Police commissioner, Ben-Gvir tout cooperation at toast

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Police Commissioner Daniel Levi dismissed reports of tensions between them at a shared Rosh Hashana toast.

Ruckus outside Likud Rosh Hashanah toast

Hundreds of left-wing activists demonstrate outside Likud party Rosh Hashanah event in Petah Tikva.

Defense Minister weighing:

Worshipers to be allowed to visit Joseph's Tomb on Rosh Hashanah?

Defense Minister Israel Katz considers allowing Jews to stay at Joseph's Tomb for three days during Rosh Hashanah.

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.

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.

Uman rabbi: 'Sacrifice yourself'

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

Flights to Uman:

Breslov businessmen reveal behind-the-scenes info

Breslov activists reveal behind-the-scenes struggle with Moldova over Uman pilgrimage flights, after officials demand security reimbursements and temporary terminal.

Government to provide 10m NIS for flights to Uman

Israeli government approves funding for flights to Uman ahead of Rosh Hashanah, following Moldova’s demand for infrastructure fees.

Brooklyn:

Driver threatens Jewish worshippers on Rosh Hashanah

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.

IDF soldier stops stabbing attack on Rosh Hashanah

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:

'We know how to strike with precision and power'

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.

Israel's 1st Chief Rabbi:

The Teshuva of Rosh Hashanah

When we examine the Rosh Hashanah prayers, there is no mention of sin or penitence. How can that be?

Approaching two Holy Days and Shabbat

The uniqueness of Rosh Hashanah's joy - amidst trembling - and the special laws for this year.

Good signs for a Good New Year

The year 5784 unfortunately began with bad signs but the year is ending with good signs.

Rosh Hashanah at a time of war

How to channel our fears.

Last-minute obstacles: What’s forcing families to forgo help?

Talia described the devastating effect of her husbands last-minute transfer.

In Jerusalem and central Israel:

Home Front Command limits gatherings on Rosh Hashanah

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.

Exclusive Opportunity: Rav Gamliel’s Pidyon Nefesh

Prepare for the Yamim Noraim by partnering with Yeshivas Shaar Hashamayim, led by Rav Gamliel, for a special Pidyon Nefesh and divine blessings.

Need good deeds for Rosh Hashanah? Here’s your opportunity

As Rosh Hashanah approaches, we are all seeking a Melitz Yosher—a Heavenly advocate. By donating a Shabbos Kit to a needy family

Nitzavim-Vayelech:

The final Shabbat of 5784

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.

Baruch College attempted to cancel Rosh Hashanah event for safety

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.

Ukrainian Embassy:

'Refrain from visiting Uman this year'

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.

Elul: Towards gaining a meritorious judgment

There is a wise path to take to merit a positive judgment on Rosh Hashanah and lengthen one’s days.

Netanyahu and Zelenskyy discuss Uman pilgrimage

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 urges citizens:

'Do not travel 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 pushes new e-visa regulations, Breslov group pushes back

Ukraine government begins process to change entry requirements for non-citizens from visa-exempt countries, including Israel, who seek entry to Ukraine.

Cantor vs. TA City decision:

'I will hold New Year prayers in central Tel Aviv'

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.

Petah Tikvah employee tears down election signs on Rosh Hashanah

A city employee was caught on camera tearing down Religious Zionism election signs during Rosh Hashanah.

A story of repentance:

About NIS 1,400

About an hour after the end of Rosh Hashanah, we opened the door and saw an envelope on the floor.

US synagogues:

Bomb threats trigger evacuations during holiday services

Bomb threats target US synagogues during Rosh Hashanah, but few interruptions reported.

Temple Institute Rabbi:

'Jews came from all of Israel to blow the shofar on Shabbat'

Rabbi Yisrael Ariel describes how the Temple Institute brought back a practice from the Talmudic era over Rosh Hashanah.

Israeli journalist:

'There's holiness here - why travel to Uman?'

Journalist Kalman Libeskind slams Rosh Hashanah pilgrimage to Uman: 'The heart of holiness is in the Land of Israel, why travel to Ukraine?'

To observe Rosh Hashanah:

Chief of Staff walks to recite holiday prayers with soldiers

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi walked from his home to join ten soldiers for holiday prayers at an outpost on Route 443.