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Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Aryeh Savir is director of the International division of Tazpit News Agency.

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Headline / Politics / Elections / Israeli Arabs

High Court Allows Knesset Run for Arab Lawmaker Who Praised Child-Killing Terrorist Samir Kuntar

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

"We oppose killing and targeting civilian targets, including children. Obviously, this is our moral stance and we will never say or think otherwise."

Palestinian Authority / Boycott / BDS / Business and Economy

Finally Reciprocating: Israel Bans Palestinian Authority Produce Exports to Jordan and Israel

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Senior PA and Fatah officials stand to make significant personal profits by redirecting livestock imports away from Israel and to their own import connections that would control the market.

Headline / US / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Judea & Samaria / Settlements / Sovereignty

Ambassador David Friedman Warns Against Immediate and Unilateral Israeli Annexation

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Last week, settlement leaders said Prime Minister Netanyahu told them there are some technical differences within the US administration.

News Briefs / European Union

Israel: EU Threats Over Annexation Are 'Regrettable, Odd'

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

“Pursuing such policies and conduct is the best way to ensure that the EU’s role in any process will be minimized.”

Headline / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Sovereignty / European Union

EU Threatens Israel: Annexation of Judea and Samaria Will ‘Not Pass Unchallenged’

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The EU is “especially concerned” by Israel’s statements on the prospect of the annexation of the Jordan Valley and other parts of Judea and Samaria ad stressed that it does not recognize Israel’s sovereignty over “the territories occupied since 1967.”

Anti-Israel NGOs / Judea & Samaria

World Council of Churches Anti-Israel Activists Back in Hebron After Lull

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Anti-Israel EAPPI activists, sent by the WCC to Israel were documented in Hebron on Monday working in the area where violent Arab riots were taking place.

Terrorism / Israel / Gaza / Hamas

Israel’s South Flooded with Booby-Trapped Balloon Bombs Launched from Gaza

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Dozens of bomb balloons landed on roads, near homes, and some even exploded in midair.

Politics / Jerusalem / Africa

Netanyahu Leaves for Mysterious Trip to Uganda

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Netanyahu cryptically said, “Today I am going to Uganda, we are strengthening our relationship with this country. I hope that at the end of the day we will have very good news for the State of Israel.”

The Knesset / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Judea & Samaria / Sovereignty

Gantz Ridiculed After Stating He Will Bring Deal of the Century to Knesset Vote

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Gantz apparently does not have the legal ability to move forward with pushing the Deal of the Century through the Knesset and must wait for Netanyahu’s government to vote on it.

IDF & Security / Police and Crime / Jerusalem / The Temple Mount

Police Brace for Escalation on Temple Mount after 2 Arrested for Attempted Attack

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The IDF has likewise stated that it is boosting its forces in the Judea and Samaria area ahead of a possible outbreak of riots on Friday.

Elections / The Knesset / Israeli Arabs

Arab MK Banned from Running for Knesset Over Her Support for Notorious Terrorist

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Heba Yazbak has been disqualified from running in the upcoming elections for the 23rd Knesset over her support for terrorist Samir Kuntar.

Headline / IDF & Security / Hamas / Israeli Arabs

Exposed: Hamas Spy Ring Operating in Israel

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Hamas recruited Israeli citizens who have family in the Gaza Strip for the purpose of gathering military intelligence in Israel to be used for terrorism against Israeli targets.

US / Eye on "Palestine" / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords

‘Unwilling to Act Rationally/Professionally’ - Jason Greenblatt Criticizes PA Leadership for Rejecting the Unreleased Deal of the Century

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Greenblatt has clashed with the PA’s leadership on several occasions and has accused them of choosing terrorism over peace, at the expense of their own people.

Europe / Jerusalem

Rumor: Austria May Recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s Capital

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen called Jerusalem "the capital of Israel" on Instagram.

Aliyah / Geulah

2019 was Peak Year for Jewish Immigration to Israel, Data Shows

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

34,872 Jews came to the Jewish State in 2019, a 20% increase over the 29,800 that came in 2018.

Global / Jerusalem

Georgia Opens Honorary Consulate in Jerusalem

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Georgia’s honorary consulate in Israel’s capital was inaugurated on Wednesday.

IDF & Security

2019: IDF Experienced Lowest Number of Casualties in its History

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

27 IDF soldiers died over the course of 2019, compared to 43 in 2018,

Headline / Terrorism / IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / Islamic Jihad

Explosive Balloons from Gaza Reach Beit Shemesh

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The balloon bomb landed in the town of Mesilat Zion. A sapper dismantled the explosives.

Terrorism / The Knesset / Israeli Arabs

Terror Victim Demands Arab MK Be Banned from Running for Knesset After Praising Notorious Terrorist

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Heba Yazbak, of the Arab-majority Joint List, shared a photo of Kunter and praised him as a “martyred warrior” who died while waging Jihad.

IDF & Security / Anti-Israel NGOs / Germany

German Foundation Funds Anti-IDF Draft Dodging Conference in Tel Aviv

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The Mesarvot organization promotes and supports inductees’ refusal to be recruited by the IDF.

Lebanon / Hezbollah

Increased Ties Noted Between Hezbollah and Lebanese Army

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Researchers not the increase in Shiites serving in the LAF, and the close family ties between LAF troops and Hezbollah terrorists.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / The Courts / Left vs. Right

Update: Appointment of Terrorist-Defending Lawyer to Military Court Committee Now Frozen

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Lea Tsemel has represented a long list of terrorists. Families of terror victims expressed their outrage at her appointment.

IDF & Security / Video of the Day

WATCH: Israel Successfully Upgrades Iron Dome Defense System

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Israel has successfully upgraded its Iron Dome defense system a decade after the system was first successfully tested, the Ministry of Defense (MoD) stated Sunday. “The success of the series is an important milestone in Israel’s operational ability to defend itself against existing and future threats in the arena,” the MoD stated. “In the series […]

NY / Police and Crime / Antisemitism

Official Welcomes Installing of 100 Cameras in NY in Response to Anti-Semitic Attacks, Calls for More Action

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

100 new cameras will be installed in Williamsburg, Crown Heights and Borough Park. The first 30 cameras will be operational by March.

Iran

Iranians Protest ‘Not Gaza, Not Lebanon, Our Hearts for Iran Alone’

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Iranians took to the street on Saturday night and protested the country’s downing of Ukraine’s flight 752 early Wednesday which killed all passengers and crew, and called for the resignation of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

The Courts / Antisemitism / Boycott / BDS

Hungary: ICC Does Not Have Jurisdiction to Try Case Against Israel

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Hungary joined several other countries that have voiced opposition to the ICC’s move against Israel.

IDF & Security / Video of the Day / Science and Tech

WATCH: Israel Unveils Futuristic Laser Interception System

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The benefits of a laser interception system are the continuous and low-cost use, and improving the effectiveness of the protection systems as a result of using two different and complementary technologies – kinetic air defense such as the Iron Dome system and the laser.

Israel / Weather

Nahariya: Man Drowns in Flood While Saving Mother and Child

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

This is the fifth person to die of drowning caused by the deluge that Israel has been experiencing in the past week.

Government / Palestinian Authority / European Union

Defense Minister Launches Campaign to Reclaim Area C from Illegal Arab Construction

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

“We are not in the United Nations, we are the State of Israel and our political interest is to seize and settle Israeli territory.”

Headline / Government / Iran

Netanyahu Warns 'Whoever Attacks Israel Will Receive Crushing Blow'

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

"Whoever tries to attack us will receive a crushing blow in return. We stand steadfast against those who seek our lives."

Business and Economy / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Israel approves Massive Construction in Binyamin Region

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

1,283 housing units and three outline plans were approved by a committee convened by the Civil Administration’s Planning Division.

Israel / Business and Economy / China

Israel Sees 70% Increase in Exports in Past Decade; Exports to China Increased 5-fold

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Israeli export which is expected to reach $114 billion in 2019, an increase of 4.5% compared to the previous year’s figures.

Israel / Business and Economy

Leviathan Gas Rig Begins Pumping Gas to Israel

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

In total, some 35 trillion cubic feet of gas have been found in Israeli waters, worth some $500 billion.

Terrorism / Israel / Global / Palestinian Authority / Anti-Israel NGOs

Terrorist who Spearheaded PA’s Joining of ICC, in Custody for Deadly Bombing

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Jarrar was arrested for her role in the bombing and murder of Rina Shnerb and wounding her father and brother.

Israel / Palestinian Authority / Anti-Israel NGOs

Minister Smotrich Calls for Collapsing of PA after ICC Announces Probe Against Israel

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Smotrich called on Netanyahu to set a 48-hour ultimatum to the PA to withdraw the complaint, and if it fails to do so “immediately collapse it.”

Featured / Antisemitism / Boycott / BDS

Israel Rejects HRW Report Drafted by BDS Activist Deported from Israel

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

NGO Monitor dismissed the report as ”simply bizarre" and pointed out how it whitewashes terror.

Police and Crime / Government / The Courts

Poll: Over Half of Israelis Want Inquiry into Alleged Abuses in Netanyahu Investigations

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

68% of the survey respondents support the establishment of an independent audit mechanism for the judiciary.

Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria / European Union

EU, Denmark and the PA Inaugurate Two Illegally Constructed Buildings in Area C near Bethlehem and Efrat

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Israel’s Defense Minister Naftali Bennet recently threatened to demolish any illegal Arab construction in Area C, even if it was funded by the EU.

IDF & Security

Defense Minister to Iran: ‘Syria Will Become Your Vietnam’

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Israel will not allow Iran to build a noose around the country and Syria will become “Iran’s Vietnam” if it continues to build up its forces north of Israel, Defense Minister Naftali Bennett threatened.

Headline / United Nations (UN)

At UN, Close to 1M Jewish Refugees Who Fled Muslim Countries Remembered

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

“Without remembrance, there cannot be truth; without truth, there cannot be justice; without justice, there cannot be reconciliation" . . . or peace."

Israel / Europe / United Nations (UN)

In First, 13 Countries Vote Against Anti-Israel Organization in the UN

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

While it was a positive change, the anti-Israel resolution still passed with 87 votes in favor, 54 against, and 23 abstentions.

Israel / Antisemitism / Jordan

Jordan Backs Down on Jewish Ban After Aryeh Deri Threatens Sanctions in Retaliation

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Deri threatened to ban Jordanian workers from Israel if Jordan didn't end their ban against religious Jews.

Terrorism / Israel / The Courts

ICC Again Rejects Petition to Probe Israel for War Crimes in 2010 Mavi Marmara Incident

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

This is the third time the ICC has turned down a request to investigate Israel for alleged war crimes committed during the Mavi Marmara incident.

Israel / Police and Crime / News Briefs / Lebanon

Drug Bust on the Lebanon Border

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The Alawite village of Kafr Rajar, situated on the Israeli-Lebanese border, is divided between the two countries.

Uncategorized

European Countries Joining Wire Transfer Platform that Bypasses US Sanctions on Iran

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The European countries are helping the Iranian regime exactly when the regime is murdering its own citizens.

Terrorism / Israel / Lebanon / Hezbollah / United Nations (UN)

UN Report ‘Reveals Hezbollah’s Cynical Use’ of South Lebanon as Base of Operations Against Israel

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The report documents several incidents in which Hezbollah clashed with UNIFIL troops and restricted their movement in southern Lebanon.

Israel / News Briefs / Jordan / Sports

Jordanian Refuses to Face Israeli Arab at International Kickboxing Competition

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Amir Assad is slated to face an Iranian opponent on Wednesday, but the Israeli team estimates that the Iranian will boycott Assad as well.

Headline / The Knesset

Knesset Speaker Announces the Renewal of Negotiations for Unity Government

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

“Everyone understands: Israel is in the midst of a government crisis that could lead to an economic and social collapse. It is indeed a real alarm.”

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Palestinian Authority

PA's 'Day of Rage' is a Major Flop

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

A fairly negligible number of rioters arrived at crossings and checkpoints and threw rocks and firebombs at Israeli troops and burned tires.

Terrorism / Israel / Palestinian Authority

PA Accuses Israel of ‘Systematic Clinical Killings’ After Convicted PA Terrorist Dies of Cancer

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Sami Abu Diyak, 37, a Fatah terrorist was sentenced in 2002 to three life terms plus 30 years. Justice was finally served.

Featured / IDF & Security / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Update: PA Source: Tuesday's ‘Day of Rage’ Will Be Violent

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

PA officials say this Day of Rage will be both violent and a prelude to the next Intifada.

IDF & Security / News Briefs

IDF Launches Surprise Drill in North

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The exercise is taking place in the Jezreel Valley area and in the Upper Galilee and will be completed on Tuesday.

Israel / Politics / Elections / Left vs. Right / News Briefs

Netanyahu: Minority Govt Backed by Arab List Will be ‘Celebrated in Tehran, Ramallah’

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Netanyahu underscored that Arabs can be Zionists and support the State of Israel, but the Joint List MKs are not Zionists and do not support the State of Israel.

Antisemitism / Europe / Boycott / BDS

Netanyahu: Europe Sanctions Israel, But Not Iran

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Netanyahu said that “while the EU chooses not to join the sanctions on Iran, it imposes economic-diplomatic restrictions on Israel.”

Antisemitism / Boycott / BDS / Judea & Samaria / Settlements / Kosher Food News / European Union

European Court’s Verdict Ordering the Labeling of ‘Settlement’ Products Could Trigger US Sanctions on EU

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

This decision mandates religious discrimination, treating Jewish-owned and Muslim-owned businesses differently even if they operate in the same geographic location.

Police and Crime / Jerusalem / Israeli Arabs

Police Arrest 22 Jerusalem Arabs Involved in Weapons and Drug Trafficking

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The arrests were the culmination of a five-month operation by an undercover agent who was successful in penetrating the gangs and purchasing weapons and drugs worth hundreds of thousands of shekels.

Featured / Science and Tech / On Campus / Education

Israeli Team Wins Gold Medal for Producing Bee-Free Honey

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The development’s significance is magnified by the unexplained decline of the bee populations in many parts of the world.

Israel / United Nations (UN)

Israeli Ambassador to UN Calls for UNRWA’s Shutdown, as UNRWA Chief Steps Down

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Ambassador Danon called for the shuttering of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) after the body publicized the preliminary findings of its probe into broad corruption among its leadership.

Israel / United Nations (UN)

UN’s Findings on UNRWA Corruption Shows We Were Right, Israel Says

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Several countries suspended their aid to UNRWA following the publication of allegations against the corrupt organization.

Israel / Syria / News Briefs / Kurds / Kurdistan

Deputy FM Hotovely: Israel Actively Helping the Kurds

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Israel has “a vested interest in maintaining the Kurds’ and other minorities’ power in the northern Syria region as moderate and pro-Western elements who have proven their value many times over the years.

Iraq

Israel’s Support for Iraqi Demonstrations Warmly Welcomed by Protestors

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Hundreds of people have been killed during the protests, many by Iran-backed Sh'ite militias operating in the country.

IDF & Security / Iran / News Briefs

Netanyahu: ‘For the Future of the Middle East and the World’ Israel Will Not Allow Iran to Acquire a Nuclear Bomb

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Iran announced that the country will start production of 5% enriched uranium at the Fordo plant on Wednesday.

The Courts / Boycott / BDS / Anti-Israel NGOs

It's Final: High Court Orders Deportation of Anti-Israel HRW Activist

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

This is the first instance in which a new Israeli law enabling the deportation of anti-Israel activists has been enacted and upheld by the courts.

Aliyah / Geulah

On Aliyah Day, Israel Celebrates 28,000 New Olim in the Past Year

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Aliyah Day is celebrated on the seventh day of the Hebrew month of Cheshvan, coinciding with the reading of "Lech Lecha".

Police and Crime / Government

Israeli Police Arrest 10 in Corruption Case, Including a Mayor and Local Government Officials

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

A mayor, government office directors and former public officials were arrested as part of a large corruption investigation.

IDF & Security / Gaza

IDF Soldier Convicted of Illegally Firing at Rioter on Gaza Border Fence

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The soldier fired without express permission, at a Gazan rioter who was scaling the border fence.

Israel / Turkey / United Nations (UN)

Israeli Ambassador Slams UN, Says Erdogan ‘Has Turned Turkey Into a Safe Haven for Hamas’

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Danny Danon criticized the UNSC for focusing on Israel while Turkey was attacking the Kurdish people and hosting the Hamas terror organization in Turkey's capital.

Israel / US / Politics / Elections

Nikki Haley Ridicules Sanders’ Idea to Transfer Funds from Israel to Gaza as ‘Unreal’

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Sanders wants to take money we give to Israel to defend itself from terrorists, and give it to Gaza, which is run by terrorists.

Headline / Terrorism / Hamas / Turkey

Israel Blocks Exit of Terror Operatives Ties to Hamas HQ in Turkey

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Hamas’ HQ for its terror operations in Judea and Samaria and their financing operation works out of Turkey.

IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria

Arabs Scrawl Swastikas on Tomb of Joshua Bin-Nun

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Some 600 Israeli worshipers on Sunday night visited the tombs of Joshua Bin-Nun and Kalev Ben Yefune, in the Arab village of Kafel Harath near Ariel.

Jerusalem / Ukraine

Israel Welcomes Ukraine’s Decision to Open Diplomatic Office in Jerusalem

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Ukraine is the latest country to establish a diplomatic presence in Israel’s capital.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Palestinian Authority

Repeat Performance: IDF Demolishes Terrorist’s Home That was Rebuilt by PA

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Islam Yusuf Abu Hamid murdered Ronen Lubarsky by dropping a marble slab on his head from a rooftop.

IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs

Iron Dome Rockets Launched at Something from Gaza

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Gazan claim that they flew a drone over Zikim, the IDF claims they launched at a missile.

Boycott / BDS / Eastern Europe

Israel Thanks Czech Republic for ‘Important’ Anti-Boycott Resolution

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The Czech Chamber of Deputies on Tuesday passed a resolution strongly condemning all manifestations of anti-Semitism, including against the State of Israel, and condemning any call for boycotting the Jewish state.

Iran / Social Media

Facebook Removes Dozens of Iranian Disinformation Accounts

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

These Pages and Groups were shut down based on their behavior, not the content they posted. In each of these cases, the people behind this activity coordinated with one another and used fake accounts to misrepresent themselves, and that was the basis for Facebook’s action.

Photo of the Day

New Record Set at Bible Marathon in Shiloh, World’s Most Ancient Marathon

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The marathon is one of five official Israeli marathons and is considered one of the most challenging.

Israel / Health and Medicine / China

Israeli Hospital Launches Collaboration with Largest Rehabilitation Facility in China

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

This is the first type of agreement for Reut Hospital signed with a prestigious and leading medical institution in China.

News Briefs / Palestinian Authority

Israel Threatens Sanctions on PA Over its Boycott of Israeli Goods

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The PA announced over the past months that it intends to fully disengage from the Israeli economy, a move analysts warned could collapse the PA’s economy.

Israel / Police and Crime / News Briefs

Israel ‘Disgusted’ by Vandalism at British War Cemetery in Haifa

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Vandals smashed and drew swastikas on gravestones of Commonwealth soldiers killed during the two World Wars.

Politics / Police and Crime / Israeli Arabs

Arab MKs Irate as Netanyahu Condemns Violence in their Communities

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Israeli Arabs—who comprise 21% of the population—are involved in 57% of all murders, 55% of attempted murders, 59% of arson, 45% of robberies, and 26% of drug offenses.

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