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Swastika painted on home of Jewish congressman's supporters

New Jersey couple's home vandalized with swastika over their support for Jewish congressman.

US unemployment claims fall to lowest level in 49 years

Unemployment fillings fall to lowest level since 1969 as number of job openings hits all-time high.

NJ township to repeal ordinance barring construction of eruv

New Jersey town agrees to repeal ban on eruv, after state officials ruled ban was discriminatory against Orthodox Jews.

3 killed in 'horrific' mass shooting in Maryland

At least 3 dead, several people injured in shooting inside Maryland pharmacy. Gunman in critical condition.

Abbas plans NY meeting following closure of PLO office

Palestinian Authority leader calls on diplomats to join meeting in NY to confront 'radical shift' in US approach to Mideast under Trump.

Bomb found in New Jersey Jewish cemetery

Explosive device found affixed to headstone in Jewish cemetery in New Jersey.

Jewish volunteers continue to assist victims of Hurricane Harvey

Year after hurricane devastated Texas, Act Now Houston still sending volunteers to support victims of flooding.

ANALYSIS: US, Turkish show of force delays Russian offensive

Humanitarian crisis avoided after US and Turkish threats make Russia think twice about Idlib campaign.

Conservative writer likens Trump to Holocaust deniers

Washington Post's Jennifer Rubin slams President Trump's comments on Puerto Rico hurricane fatalities, likening them to 'Holocaust denial'.

Billionaires Klarman, Wexner drop support for GOP candidates

Jewish billionaires who donated to Republican candidates in 2016 say they are supporting Democrats in 2018 midterms.

Israel to deport US-French professor for blocking demolition

American-French professor who attempted to block Israeli bulldozers preparing for demolition of illegal Arab town to be deported.

Ted Cruz: May Ari Fuld's memory forever be a blessing

Texas Senator eulogizes murdered American-Israeli man killed in Gush Etzion terror attack. 'Fuld was a passionate advocate for Israel.'

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US expels Palestinian envoy

PLO envoy to Washington, Husam Zomlot, reportedly ordered out of the US.

Manafort wanted ‘Obama Jews’ to help Ukraine lobbying campaign

Ex-Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort solicited senior Israeli official to lobby Obama to ease pressure on Ukrainian clients.

Analysis: US losing battle with Iran over Iraq

The US promised to hold Iran accountable for attacks on US facilities in Iraq. But does the US still have any power in the area?

Supreme Court Justice recalls ‘very strange Jewish upbringing'

Justice Elena Kagan discusses her 'very strange Jewish upbringing' in family that 'didn't really know what it was.'

Trump praises GOP congressman who body slammed reporter

Stumping for Republican candidates in Montana, Trump praises congressman who body slammed reporter for London-based newspaper.

Report: US forces to remain in Syria until Iran withdraws

Senior State Department officials say President Trump has shifted on Syria withdrawal, now backs keeping troops in Syria 'indefinitely'.

Sheldon Cohen, commissioner who computerized IRS, dies at 91

Sheldon Cohen, former Internal Revenue Service commissioner, dies at 91.

What did President Trump tell American Jewish leaders?

The full transcript of President Trump's pre-holiday conference call with Jewish leaders.

White powder, threatening letters sent to Israeli, US embassies

Police in Berlin say second wave of threatening messages containing white powder sent to Israeli, US embassies.

ANALYSIS: Iran continues its entrenchment in both Syria and Iraq

Missiles given to Iraq by Iran can hit both Tel Aviv and Riyadh.

US won't suspend military exercises with South Korea

US has 'no plans' to suspend additional military exercises with South Krea, US Defense Secretary Mattis says.

US, Israel team up to tighten Iran sanctions

Israeli Finance Minister, US Treasury Secretary meet in Washington, form joint team to ramp up economic sanctions on Tehran.

North Korea: US planning to 'unleash a war' against us

North Korean newspaper claims US is practicing infiltrating North Korea, slams US' 'double-dealing' attitudes.

Award-winning playwright Neil Simon dies at 91

American-Jewish playwright Neil Simon known for the 'Odd Couple' and 'Lost in Yonkers' passes away.

ANALYSIS: Dangerous stand-off between Russia and US over Syria

The Syrian war is far from over and could blow up into a regional or even world conflict.

PA: We haven't received US aid for a year

PA spokesman says there is nothing new in US announcement of cut in aid to PA.

Deportation of Nazi ignites partisan debate in US

Trump administration's announcement of deportation of SS guard from concentration camp sparks partisan fight.

Report: Bomb that killed dozens of children was provided by US

Bomb that killed 51 and left 79 injured was provided to Saudi Arabia by the US, report says.

US: Jewish candidate launches anti-Semitic Twitter tirade

Oregon congressional candidate Mark Roberts tweets 'off with your yarmulke' — and he's Jewish.

Erdogan: Turkey to boycott US-made electronics

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Turkey will boycott US-made electronics.

Report: Israel asked US not to cut UNRWA's budget

New report says Israel asked US not to cut aid to Gaza, to avoid violence on the border.

US to UK: Stand by our side

US Ambassador Johnson asks UK to use its diplomatic influence to pressure Iran into 'changing course.'

Iran FM: Iran isn't isolated, US is

Iranian FM Zarif calls US withdrawal from deal 'bullying,' says US, Israel, Saudi Arabia, are 'isolated.'

Iran: Red Sea no longer secure with US presence

Iran is a nation of martyrs, Quds commander says.

US launches campaign to pressure Iran

US campaign aims to pressure Iran into ending nuclear weapons program and support of terrorist organizations, report says.

US offers Hamas enormous financial aid

US offers aid to rehabilitate Gaza, in exchange for return of missing Israelis.

Iran: We refused direct talks with Trump

Senior Iranian official says Iranian Pres. Rouhani refused several invitations to speak directly with US Pres. Trump.

Border Protection: De Blasio entered US illegally

NYC mayor crossed into Mexico, US, illegally, refused to comply with Border Protection instructions, Border Protection says.

US House makes it easier for Americans to adopt overseas

US House passes act to include adoption information in annual State Department report.

Anne Frank’s family was never denied US visas, study states

New study shows Frank family's documents, visa applications, were lost, not rejected.

'US no longer talking about Israeli concessions'

Senior Israeli official tells Arutz Sheva that in contrast to past admins, US not pressing Israel for concessions or 'gestures' to PA.

US, Israeli, energy ministers establish joint technology center

US and Israel team up to stop hackers from hitting critical sites.

Report: PA Chairman under pressure to meet US envoys

Arab nations, Palestinian Authority officials, pressure PA chairman to backpedal on promise to reject US-proposed peace plans.

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‘Islamic militants ’are a ‘preeminent threat,’ says US official

Homeland Security chief says Islamist ‘militants’ are ‘preeminent threat’ to the West, struggle against them requires ‘moral clarity.’

Syria FM links negotiations to US withdrawal

Syrian FM Muallem says US must withdraw from southern Syria before negotiations can advance.

Turkey blames US for 'massacre' in Gaza

Turkish Deputy Prime Minister says US desicion to move embassy to Israel's capital responsible for deadly riots at Gaza border

US returns smuggled Iraqi artifacts

At a repatriation ceremony, the US returns over 3,000 ancient artifacts to Iraq.

Poll: 58% of Jews support how Netanyahu is handling Iran

New poll shows most Israelis believe US will help Israel's efforts against Iran.

Russian FM: Putin, Trump, won't allow a war

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov says '100%' US, Russia, won't allow tensions to deteriorate into warfare.

US blocks UN call for investigation into Gaza deaths

Security Council statement supporting protests on Gaza border blocked.

US blocks UN statement on Gaza riots

US blocks Security Council statement calling for investigation, after 16 Gazans die in Hamas-led riots along Gaza border.

Syrian reactor was enabled by North Korea

Former US Deputy National Security Adviser Jeffrey says elimination of Syria's reactor was 'a blessing' for all humanity.

Senior official to Arutz Sheva

US peace plan will be delayed considerably

US apparently uninterested in presenting plan when conflict between US and PA is only growing - and PA likely to refuse no matter what.

'Meeting between US and North Korea very good for Israel'

Deputy Minister says meeting anticipated between Trump and North Korean leader good for Israel. 'Iran is watching closely.'

Will the US and Israel attack Syria together?

Kuwait daily claims Israel, US, planning joint offensive on Syria.

Chinese FM: If the US starts a trade war, we'll respond

Chinese FM Wang warns US against starting 'trade war,' says countries should be partners, not rivals.

For the first time since the war: US aircraft carrier in Vietnam

A U.S. aircraft carrier is visiting Vietnam. What do the soldiers onboard know about the war?

Report: Trump asked Kelly to encourage Ivanka, Jared, to exit

Chief of Staff John Kelly is 'frustrated' with Ivanka, was asked by Pres. Trump to encourage Ivanka, Jared, to leave White House.