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Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

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Government / Elections / The Knesset

Schedule: President Herzog to Begin Consultations with Knesset Party Representatives

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Israeli president will meet with party delegations to receive their recommendations for candidates to form a government

US / Elections

Republican J.D. Vance Wins Competitive Ohio Senate Race

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Rep. Tim Ryan (D-Ohio) conceded the race to Vance Tuesday night with Vance leading 54% to Ryan’s 46%.

US / Elections

Josh Shapiro Wins Pennsylvania Governor Race in Which Opponent Faced Antisemitism Accusations

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Republican candidate Doug Mastriano had been dogged by accusations of anti-Semitism based on his association with the social media platform Gab, which allows anti-Semitic content.

US / Antisemitism / Arts and Entertainment

Candace Owens Admits Ye’s Comments were Antisemitic, Says She Stands by Jewish Friends

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“I’m standing by Ye as he weathers this tremendous storm. But I also recognize that I need to make it abundantly clear that I’m standing by Dennis Prager as well, and all of my other Jewish friends," Owens wrote.

Obituaries

Uzzi Ornan, Linguist and Former Irgun Member, Dies at Age 99

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Arrested in 1944 for making bombs, Ornan was detained in British prison camps in Eritrea, Sudan and Kenya until Israel achieved independence.

IDF & Security

Sderot's First Rocket Victim to Become IDF Officer

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Shila Naamat was a toddler when a Gazan rocket struck his home 20 years ago.

Iran

Iranians Shout ‘Death to Khamenei!’ Deface Soleimani Posters and Statues

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

As of Saturday, 318 protesters, including 49 children, had been killed.

Israel / Business and Economy

Energean Announces New Gas Discovery Off Israeli Coast

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

A commercially viable deposit containing an estimated 13 billion cubic meters of natural gas was found at the Zeus-01 drilling site, the company says.

Palestinian Authority

Hebron’s PA Mayor Elicits Backlash with Launch of Dog-Killing Campaign

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Abu Sneineh is a convicted terrorist, imprisoned with three others for his role in a 1980 attack that took the lives of six yeshiva students, two of which were U.S. citizens and one Canadian.

NY / Politics / Elections

New York Jewish Voters Divided on Governor’s Race

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The focus is on crime, yeshivas as GOP’s Lee Zeldin seeks to close the gap.

UK / News Briefs / Jerusalem

British PM Abandons Plan to Move Embassy to Jerusalem

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

U.K. church leaders, European FMs and some Conservative MPs representing heavily Muslim districts all opposed the idea.

US / Antisemitism / Boycott / BDS

20 Democrats say Keep Israel Out of Visa Waiver Program

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The lawmakers cited “ethnic-based discrimination” and racial profiling in a missive to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

Terrorism / US / Iran / Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Shares Intel with US on ‘Imminent’ Iranian Attack

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Washington is “concerned about the threat picture” and “in constant contact” with the Saudis, says U.S. National Security Council.

Headline / Op-Eds

A Seismic Shift is Coming

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

political change from the left to the right As their political landscapes shift from Leftt to Right Israel and the U.S. will lead the world to a better place,

Antisemitism / News Briefs / Business and Economy / Arts and Entertainment

Adidas Chose to ‘Obliterate’ $2 Billion in Annual Revenue to Cut Ties with Ye, Report Says

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Bloomberg report follows a Forbes story that Ye’s net worth dropped from $2 billion to $400 million after Adidas ended the “Yeezy” brand partnership over the rapper's anti-Semitic comments.

Elections / Palestinian Authority / Israeli Arabs

Palestinian Authority Tells Israeli Arabs to Vote Hadash-Ta’al and Balad

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

A columnist in the P.A.'s official newspaper said one goal of influencing Israeli elections is to foment civil unrest.

Op-Eds

11 Surprising Figures: Israel’s 25th Election

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Nov. 1 will mark Israel’s fifth time voting in 43 months. That’s quite a record. We take a look at some other interesting statistics around the election.

Politics / Left vs. Right / Judea & Samaria

Hadash-Ta’al’s Lone Jew Says Arab Attacks in Judea and Samaria ‘Not Terror’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“The Israeli occupation is what started it all, and everything is derived from it,” says lawmaker Ofer Cassif from the predominantly Arab political party.

Iran

IRGC Video Threatens Drone Strikes Against Israeli and American Bases in the Middle East

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The video shows an attack drone hangar and concludes with the caption: “It is only our will that keeps us from firing.”

News Briefs / Saudi Arabia / Sports

In First, Israeli Athlete Competes in Saudi Arabia

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Shachar Sagiv’s inclusion in the NEOM leg of the Super League Triathlon was “a very significant breakthrough,” says the head of Israel’s Olympic Committee.

Op-Eds

In this Israeli Election, I Cast My Vote in Sorrow

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Netanyahu, Lapid and Gantz could form a stable Zionist government right now, if only they didn’t hate each other.

IDF & Security / Syria / Iran / News Briefs

Israel Warns Syria It Will Step Up Attacks over Iranian Weapons Transfers

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah announced the end of his armed group’s mobilization on Thursday, following the completion of a maritime demarcation agreement brokered by the U.S.

Diaspora / Asia

Taliban Approves Restoration of Historic Synagogue in Herat

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"We want to prove that we are tolerant and accepting of one another, we seek peace and we are not extremists,” said Zalmay Safa, the head of Herat’s department for safeguarding of historic monuments.

Terrorism / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority

Abbas Deputy Admits PA Security Personnel Work with Terrorists

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Fatah Deputy Chairman Mahmoud Al-Aloul said Israeli soldiers were injured "due to the brave position of the Palestinian security forces" and that all Palestinians, including the P.A. security forces and Fatah's terror faction, are "one unit."

US / Antisemitism / Arts and Entertainment

Report: Kanye West Wanted to Name Ye Album after Hitler

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

CNN cited several anonymous sources close to the artist, including a business executive who said Ye “would praise Hitler by saying how incredible it was that he was able to accumulate so much power and would talk about all the great things he and the Nazi Party achieved for the German people.”

News Briefs / The Knesset / Ukraine / Russia / Cyber

Knesset Website Targeted by Russian Hackers with Alleged Kremlin Ties

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The “XakNet Team” claimed responsibility for the cyber attack, saying it was revenge for Israeli intel sent to Kyiv regarding Iranian-made drones.

IDF & Security

IDF Adopts All-Female Tank Crews for Border Defense

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“I trust the female tank personnel to conduct border defense missions with professionalism and great success,” says IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi.

Israel / Business and Economy

Energean Starts Extracting Gas from Israel’s Karish Field

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Operation is expected to reach full production in four to six months.

News Briefs / Business and Economy

Mobileye Stocks to Begin Trading on Nasdaq

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Israel-based company’s shares will hit the market at a price of $21, raising some $861 million at a valuation of $16.7 billion.

Syria / Iran / News Briefs

Large Shipment of Iranian Drones Reaches IRGC in Syria

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Iranian militias in the sector went on high alert for fear of Israeli strikes.

Op-Eds

Recognizing Western Jerusalem as Israel’s Capital

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Australia’s claim that recognizing Israel’s capital would undermine a final settlement to the conflict is disingenuous.

Business and Economy / Science and Tech

Google Launches Israeli Local Cloud Computing Region

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The initiative will make it possible to move government computer systems there, improving services and creating high-tech jobs.

Palestinian Authority

To Boost Abbas, Israel to Let PA use Helicopter

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The PA also wants Israel to free the remains of Fatah terrorists and long-term Fatah prisoners who were not involved in the murder of Israelis.

Antisemitism / Arts and Entertainment

Ben Shapiro Says Kanye West is Spouting Antisemitism that Resembles Nazi Propaganda

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Here is the difference between anti-Semitism and naming just a person who happens to be Jewish—that you’re blaming all the Jewish people,” Shapiro said.

NY / Antisemitism / News Briefs / Diaspora

New York’s Largest Jewish Instagram Page Sees Spike in Antisemitic Attacks

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Yoav Davis, founder of Jews of New York: "I have never seen such constant hate against Jews in our city."

Antisemitism / Arts and Entertainment

Kanye West: I’m Targeted by ‘Jewish Media Mafia’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The rapper, also known as “Ye,” claims he cannot be anti-Semitic because he “classifies” as a Jew.

Hamas / News Briefs / Asia / Cyber

Hamas Sending Students to Malaysia for Cyber Warfare Training

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Report: Hamas setting up bases for training in East Asian countries, including the Philippines.

Israel / Business and Economy

Mobileye Settles on $16 Billion IPO Valuation

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Intel acquired the Israeli company in 2017 for $15.3 billion.

Lebanon

Lebanese President Asks Total Energies to Begin Drilling for Med Gas

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

MP Gebran Bassil, the president's son-in-law, says Beirut had "guarantees" that once a border accord was reached with Israel, the French firm would "restart its petroleum activities offshore."

Hamas / News Briefs / Asia

Malaysian Police Arrest Alleged Mossad Ring After Hamas ‘Asset’ Kidnapped

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Israeli espionage agency reportedly believes the target works for the terror group's' Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades "armed wing."

Headline / Op-Eds

Both the Left and the Right Turned on the Jews

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

With conservatives embracing Kanye West despite his anti-Semitism, Jews must face the fact that no one cares about us.

US / Antisemitism

Members of Congress Urge State Department to Act Swiftly on Antisemitic Incidents

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

75 members of Congress reminded Antony Blinken of the multiple acts of anti-Semitism of the past 21 months.

US / News Briefs

ZOA to Honor Trump, Calling Him ‘Best Friend Israel Ever Had in the White House’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Additionally, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) will receive the organization’s Dr. Miriam and Sheldon G. Adelson Defender of Israel Award.

US / Antisemitism / On Campus / Education

Report: More than 350 Antisemitic Incidents Occurred on US College Campuses Last School Year

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The ADL’s Campus Report documented and categorized incidents such as protests and events, BDS resolutions, vandalism, harassment and physical assault

NY / Antisemitism / News Briefs / Social Media

New York’s Largest Jewish Instagram Page Documents Spike in Antisemitic Attacks

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Jews of New York representatives have gone out into the city streets to erase hate, such as "Jews suck" written on light posts. But threats against the city's Jews persist daily.

US / Antisemitism / News Briefs / Arts and Entertainment

Kanye West Says He’s Happy He ‘Crossed the Line’ with Antisemitic Comments

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

West was dropped by his bank, JP Morgan Chase, after he said he was going “death con 3” on Jews.

Hamas / Palestinian Authority / Islamic Jihad / PFLP

PA Arab Terror Factions Agree to Elections, But We've Heard That Before

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

In preparation for an Arab summit in Algiers next month, the heads of 14 factions, including Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas's Fatah organization and the Islamist party Hamas, met for two days.

UK / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism / News Briefs

50 Lost and Confused UK Jewish Youth Leaders Say No to Jerusalem Embassy

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

In a letter to Board of Deputies of British Jews President Marie van der Zyl, activists slam her support for moving the diplomatic office.

Politics / Government / Elections / The Knesset

Bennett Mulling Resignation as Alternative PM

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked asked Bennett to transfer his veto power to her if he steps down, "to safeguard the right's power."

US / Iran / News Briefs

85-Year-Old American Citizen Freed from Iran After Six Years of Detention

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Baquer Namazi, a former United Nations official and U.S. citizen, was wrongfully detained and held by the Iranian regime under accusations of “collaboration with a hostile government” after he went to Iran to try to secure the release of his son, Siamak Namazi, 51, who has been wrongfully detained in Iran for seven years.

Turkey

Turkey Appoints New Ambassador to Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Sakir Ozkan Torunlar previously served as Ankara’s consul general in Jerusalem between 2010 and 2013.

Palestinian Authority / LGBTQ+

Gay PA Arab Asylum Seeker Beheaded in Hebron

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The victim was identified as Ahmad Abu Murkiyeh, who according to Israeli media had lived in Israel for the past two years as an asylum seeker, as his life would be in danger if he returned to PA controlled areas.

US / Elections / News Briefs

Republican Jewish Coalition Buys $1.5 Million in Ads for Pennsylvania Senate Race

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The ads spotlight on the incident when the Democratic nominee for the state’s U.S. Senate seat, John Fetterman, chased an unarmed, innocent black man with a shotgun in 2013.

Israel / Business and Economy

Bank of Israel Governor Says Interest Rates Will Increase Further

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Our estimates are that inflation will be between 4.5% and 5% until the end of the year and then a slow process of decline will begin,” said Bank of Israel Governor Prof. Amir Yaron.

NY / Left vs. Right

Jewish Gun Owners Sue New York Over Firearm Ban in Places of Worship

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Plaintiffs Steven Goldstein and Meir Ornstein filed the lawsuit on behalf of Congregation Bnei Matisyahu—a small, Modern Orthodox synagogue in Brooklyn’s Midwood neighborhood—to challenge New York’s Concealed Carry Improvement Act.

Op-Eds

Can King Charles Change Britain’s Israel Attitude?

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The biggest obstacle to positive change may be the Anglican Church.

US / Iran / News Briefs / China

US Sanctions Chinese Companies for Helping Iran Circumvent Petroleum Sanctions

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The sanctioned companies include Zhonggu Storage and Transportation Co., which operates a commercial crude oil storage facility for Iranian petroleum and provides a conduit for Iranian petroleum trade, and WS Shipping Co., the ship manager for the vessel that transports Iranian petroleum products.

Business and Economy / Asia

Israel’s Elbit Systems Wins $120 Million Contract to Supply UAVs to Thailand

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Israeli defense firm will provide the Royal Thai Navy with the advanced Hermes 900 Maritime Patrol unmanned aerial vehicle.

US / Left vs. Right / Jordan / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

As Israel Starts 24/7 Passage at Jordan Border Crossing, US Objects to Jewish Communities

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Tom Nides said, “We do not support settlement growth. I made that position quite clear to the government."

News Briefs / Business and Economy / Science and Tech

First Flight: Israeli-Designed Electric Plane Takes Off in US

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Eviation plans to produce an executive model with a more opulent cabin, a cargo variant, and a nine-passenger configuration.

US / Iran / News Briefs / Iraq

US Downs Iranian Drone

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The UAV bombing operation killed nine and wounded 32 at an Iranian-Kurdish resistance group base in northern Iraq.

Global / News Briefs

Israel Summons Envoy after Mexico City Embassy Defaced with ‘Death to Israel’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Following the event, Israel summoned Mexico's ambassador in Tel Aviv to seek clarification.

NY / Antisemitism

NYPD to Increase Security at Synagogues for High Holidays Following Rise in Hate Crimes

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The head of the NYPD Hate Crime Task Force, Deputy Inspector Andrew Arias, said hate crimes in New York have increased 45% in 2022.

Jewish

First Digital Translation of Mishneh Torah Interconnected with Other Jewish Texts Goes Online

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"For the Jewish people, our texts are our collective inheritance," Sefaria's chief learning officer says.

Hamas / Palestinian Authority

Arab Civilian Killed in Shechem after PA Security Forces Arrest Hamas Terrorist

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The 53-year-old was shot dead during riots sparked by the detainment of a senior Hamas member.

Judaism

New Research Project Examines how Shabbat Dinner can Build Social Connections

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“There’s a real fraying of society and social connectedness,” says project leader Arielle Levites. “Shabbat dinner, in particular, is often used by Jewish communities as a tool for fostering connection and community.”

Lebanon

American Jew Detained in Lebanon on Suspicision of Espionage after having Visited Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Lebanese security forces arrested the individual, who has since been released, after discovering he made the reservation for his hotel in Beirut from the Jewish state.

Business and Economy / Japan

Japan to Trial Israeli, US drones

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The American-made Switchblade and Israeli-made Harop attack UAVs are expected to be deployed.

Israel / News Briefs / Business and Economy

Israel’s GDP up at 6.8% rate in Q2

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Israeli economy's progress led the OECD year on year.

News Briefs / Lebanon

Lebanese Official: Maritime Border Talks with Israel ‘Nearly Complete’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“We’re talking about weeks—actually days—to finish the delineation issue,” says the head of Lebanon’s General Security Agency.

Travel / Antisemitism / Jordan

Wiesenthal Center Urges Jordan to Uphold Rights and Dignity of Jewish Travelers

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The group asks King Abdullah to end harassment at border for packing prayer shawls and phylacteries

Iran / Europe

Israel Offers to Help Albania Fight Iran in Cyberspace

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“We will continue to tighten cooperation between Israel and Albania,” said Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Idan Roll.

US / Left vs. Right

Orthodox Group Urges Senate to Reject Same-Sex Marriage Legislation

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Agudath Israel of America believes vote would undermine the historical and moral “underpinnings” of traditional marriage.

UK

Shabbat Prayer UK Jews Can Recite for Queen Elizabeth II

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Clothed in strength and dignity, she spoke with wisdom and the law of kindness was on her tongue. She watched over the ways of her nation and never ate the bread of idleness,” reads Chief Rabbi of the United Kingdom Ephraim Mirvis.

IDF & Security / Iran

Defense Minister Gantz’s Cleaner Convicted of Trying to Pass Info to Iran-Linked Hackers

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Shin Bet opened an internal investigation to determine how the cleaner, who had a criminal record and was hired.

IDF & Security / Government / The Environment

Israel Holds First Inter-Ministerial Committee Meeting on Earthquake Recovery Plans

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

A powerful earthquake in Israel is not a question of whether it will happen, but when,” says the director general of the Prime Minister’s Office.

Op-Eds

Biden Should Choose US Security Over Partisanship Regarding Iran

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The profound issue between America and Israel is how each interprets the Iranian threat. This is way beyond semantics.

Op-Eds

The Anti-Israel Industry's Obsession with South Africa

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The apartheid libel isn’t just inaccurate, it’s an indefensible evil.

Headline / Op-Eds

A 'NEW' Middle East

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Unlike the Oslo vision, the new reality taking shape in the region is genuine and devoid of fantasies. It must be protected and nurtured.

Israel / Business and Economy

Israeli Start-ups Raised $1.1 Billion in August

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Since some corporations choose to keep their investments out of the public domain, the actual figure might be even higher.

IDF & Security / News Briefs

Israel to Buy Four Boeing Air-Force Refueling Tankers for $927 Million

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

They would replace the decades-old, repurposed 707s now employed for such purposes.

Uncategorized

Iranian Wrestling Champion Praises Adolf Hitler as His Inspiration

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Greco-Roman wrestling champion Mohammad Ali Geraei called Hitler an inspirational leader in a recent interview with a sports news outlet.

Terrorism / Israel / Germany

Germany, Families of 1972 Munich Massacre Victims Reach Compensation Breakthrough

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The German government has reportedly agreed to pay the families of the 11 victims $28 million, opening the way for them to attend an event in Germany marking the 50th anniversary of the attack.

Iran / Ukraine / Russia

Russia Experiencing ‘Many Malfunctions’ with Iranian-Made Drones in Ukraine

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Report: A U.S. administration source assessed that Moscow had purchased Iran’s Mohajer-6 and Shahed-series UAVs.

Analysis

Iran, Terrorist Group Proxies Develop New Roadmap to Stoke Division in Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

A state media report notes leaders’ intentions to create unity among Arab factions by intensifying tensions in areas like Sheikh Jarrah, Jenin, Tulkarm, Nablus and Ramallah.

Syria / News Briefs / Russia

Satellite Images Show Russia Moves S-300 Air-Defense Missiles Out of Syria

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The development seems to be an attempt to strengthen Russia’s defenses in its war with Ukraine.

Antisemitism / Media

Two Additional ‘New York Times’ Freelancers Caught Praising Hitler and Arab Terrorism

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Pro-Israel watchdog HonestReporting uncovered posts by freelancers that praise Hitler and the murder of Israeli civilians.

IDF & Security / Syria / Iran

Satellite Images Show ‘Extensive Damage’ at Syrian Missile Site Reportedly Struck by Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Secondary blasts caused by the detonation of missiles stored at the underground facility went on for six hours, U.K.-based war monitor reports.

Israel / Ukraine / Russia / International Conflicts

Pro-Russia Forces in Ukraine Free Captured Israeli

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

A news report showed him speaking to his wife, then standing in a synagogue praying with tallit and tefillin.

Israel / Arts and Entertainment

Actress Gal Gadot Visits Children in Gaza Border Town

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

While Gadot frequently speaks out in support of Israel's soldiers, she was chastised on Israeli social media for not speaking out against rocket fire by Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

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