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Israel Slams Pope: ‘Cruelty is Terrorists Hiding Behind Children’
Minister Amichai Chikli accused the pontiff of perpetuating a “dangerous blood libel” against Israel and distorting history.
US, UK Warplanes Strike Targets in Yemen’s Capital, Sana’a
Israel was quick to deny involvement in the attack, with a brief report on its public broadcaster saying, “The attack on Sana’a is not Israeli.”
Iran Recruiting Criminals, Children to Target Israelis Abroad
The recruiting of children is particularly useful in Sweden and Norway, where perpetrators under age 15 cannot be prosecuted as adults.
Six Airlines Resuming Service to Israel
El Al still the only carrier flying direct to the United States.
Sweden to Halt Funding to UNRWA in 2025
"Taxpayer money sent to UNRWA is being used to finance terrorists’ salaries."
US Forces Assassinate Islamic State Terrorist Leader in Syria
"The United States, working with allies and partners in the region, will not allow ISIS to take advantage of the current situation in Syria and reconstitute."
Canada Launches New National Forum to Combat Jew-Hatred
"The safety of our community is under attack," CIJA said, "and so too are the values and way of life that define us as Canadians."
Eastern Jerusalem Man Arrested in Stabbing of Elderly Woman
Police are investigating if it was a terror attack.
US Dropping Terrorism Bounty on Syrian Leader After First Diplomatic Visit Since 2012
“Iran will have no role whatsoever” in Syria after the fall of Basher Assad, U.S. diplomats told reporters on Friday.
Houthi Combat Drone Intercepted Over Southern Israel
The phrase "from the east" is used to refer to missiles and/or drones that were launched towards Israel from Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen, or Iranian militias in Iraq.
Dozens Wounded as Houthi ‘Hypersonic’ Missile Hits Central Israel
It’s the second time this week that the Arrow failed to properly protect those who depend upon its accuracy.
Polish Newspaper: Fearing Arrest Netanyahu to Skip 80th Anniversary of Auschwitz Liberation
Sadly, in the January event, the relatively low profile of the Israeli delegation will contrast with the high-ranking representatives that many countries intend to send.
The Final Days
While much national attention is on the first 100 days of the Trump 2.0 presidency, there is growing reason to be concerned about the final days of Joe Biden's term.0
Countdown to Chaos? Dangerous Weeks Before Inauguration
While much national attention is on the first 100 days of the Trump 2.0 presidency, there is growing reason to be concerned about the final days of Joe Biden's term.
The Cost To Frum Jews In Changing Daylight Saving Time
Permanent Daylight Saving Time would force us to be late for about two months a year rather than two weeks. This would significantly affect the employment status of many people.
Syria’s Earthquake and the Aftershock in Lebanon
The fall of Assad will impact on Lebanon’s presidential election and Hizbullah’s future
Chanukah, Chaos, And The Heroes Who Light The Way
Like the Maccabees, these individuals fought not just with weapons but with purpose, resilience, and a deep love for their people and their land. Their stories remind us that, even when the odds seem stacked against us, miracles are possible – but we must take the first step.
Black Wealth Matters
This plan will excite the targeted populations and demonstrate that you care for them, especially in blue urban centers like New York City, Chicago, and Los Angeles, which today are probably your weakest areas of voter support.
Moving Up: An Interview with Aliyah and Integration Minister Ofir Sofer
Minister Sofer: Israel needs aliyah. It is important for the resilience and solidarity of the State of Israel. To this end, we help with housing, with learning the Hebrew language through an ulpan, and with many new programs.
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Criteria for a Better Syria
Yishai and Malkah Fleisher team up to discuss how Israel has grown since October 7th including gaining the mountain range of the Hermon – which Assad’s Syria partially held. Dr. Mordechai Kedar and Dr. Michael Doran both share an understanding of the forces fighting within Syria and advise on what Israel’s play should be. Then, Table Torah on the controversy over the Biblical destruction of the townspeople of Shechem.
The Biblical Truth About the War in Syria
WARNING: Scholarly Video!
The Soul Meaning of Chanukah – Soul Talk [audio]
Chanukah is the holiday where we celebrate miracles. The light illuminating the darkness. This holiday always carries special meaning, but seems to be especially important during our times.
Israel’s Five Front War – The Jay Shapiro Show [audio]
Israel's five front war has not discouraged the people
Prayer For Everyone: The ‘Klal Yisrael’ Siddur
In terms of content, an organized and clear introduction was added to the siddur written by Professor Dov Rafel, and the prayers themselves were accompanied, as promised, by basic and brief halachic instructions, as well as midrashic and machshava passages which were included in the margins of each page, with clear lettering and in a different color.
Q & A: Relative Sanctity Of Various Holy Books (Part II)
Question: Because of the Torah’s sanctity, we do not place any object on a Torah scroll except for its mantle or a tallit during Torah reading. Is it a violation to put a siddur or other sefer (holy book) on top of a printed Chumash when these are placed on shelves or tables?
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What Is The Theme Of The Stories Of Genesis?
To be sure, a persistent theme of the patriarchal stories is the two promises G-d made to each of them, namely that they would have many descendants and that they would inherit the land of Canaan.
The Status Of A Fetus In Halacha (Part V)
What if the person has full intent to not only take the action, but also cause the harmful result. However, in this case, the person has the wrong information, so he thinks that he is doing something good, when in fact, he is about to do something very bad.
Chanukah And The Eternal Battle For Light
Spiritual debate has been a recurring phenomenon since the beginning of time. Chanukah is when we tap into the spiritual debate between the Jews and the Greeks, as the Greeks specifically attempted to destroy our spiritual way of life.
Confronting Vulnerability
Rabbi Elazar’s frank realization that from the time we are born we are destined to die frames the entirety of the Mishna. This knowledge is meant to instill our awareness of G-d and His judgment, informing our religious decision-making.
To Study Torah Or To Search Torah?
To learn our holy and ancient texts properly, we must beware of idioms that deceptively translate but are not quite the same.
Blaming the Victim – Parshat Vayeishev
Not much has changed in 3500 years.
Are You Sure You’re Getting All The News From Israel?
There have been many events expressing unity and support that have taken place in the Jewish world in recent days, but many of them have not been reported in the press. It seems that only a rowdy demonstration, a fight on Twitter, or a sharp exchange in the Knesset are considered newsworthy.
No Rest For The Righteous
When we are faced with adversity and challenges that are difficult for us to bear, it is a mitzvah to accept His judgment with grace and dignity.
A Great Segulah
It is surprising that the names are not in chronological order, for first Moshe Rabbeinu was saved from the sword of Pharoah and only then was he a fugitive in Midyan. So why did he give the name Gershom first?
Message From Above
Yosef was being taken away from his father’s house, sold as a slave to be taken down to Egypt, from which place no slave ever escaped. Yet Hashem grants him this great kindness that he should not be assaulted by the offensive odors of tar and petroleum? This would be comparable to indulging a person going to prison by giving him a ride there in a limousine.
Mourning Malfunction
Yaakov knew even before Yosef was sold that he and his family would go down to Egypt. If not, why would he buy a future burial plot for Yosef – the first thing he did before settling in Eretz Yisrael?
