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Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

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Headline / Travel / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Gulf States / UAE

Netanyahu Personally Welcomes First Commercial Flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“There is a great opening here for trade, the economy and tourism that, in effect, makes for a truly new and different Middle East,” says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

"Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Saudi Arabia

ZOA Urges Saudi Government to Include Israel on Official Maps

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“How can Saudi Arabia educate Saudi youth of the mutual benefits of promoting relations with Israel if Israel is not even shown on the Saudi maps?” asked ZOA national president Mort Klein.

Op-Eds

UAE and Israel: A Partnership that can Help the World

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Israel can help the UAE expose its tech startups to partners and investors in the West, while the UAE can be Israel’s gateway to Asia and the East.

"Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Gulf States / UAE

Netanyahu, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Nobel laureate Lord David Trimble calls for the two leaders to be granted the award for their “far-reaching achievements, courageous leadership and relentless pursuit of peace.”

Terrorism / Palestinian Authority

PA Official Says Terrorist Salaries Will Continue; Gives Opposite Message to US Media

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Director of PLO Commission of Prisoners’ Affairs Qadri Abu Bakr tells “The New York Times” that the Palestinian Authority is changing its “pay for slay” policy, after conveying the opposite message in Arabic.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / US / Politics / Government / Elections / Left vs. Right / Iran

Netanyahu: There Can Be No Going Back to the Iran Nuclear Deal

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“We must stick to an uncompromising policy to ensure that Iran does not develop nuclear weapons.”

US / Holocaust

US Department of Justice to Deport Former German Nazi Guard

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The man who served as a Nazi concentration-camp guard has lost his appeal to halt his deportation.

Iran / News Briefs

IAEA and US Call on Iran to Explain Origin of Uranium Found at ‘Secret Warehouse’ in 2018

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The information Iran has provided “doesn’t add up” from a technical standpoint, says U.N. nuclear watchdog Director-General Rafael Grossi.

Left vs. Right

Leader of ‘Crime Minister’ Protests Compares Netanyahu to Hitler

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“There is no place in Israeli society for such comparisons that desecrate the memory of the Holocaust,” says Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz.

Iran

US Slaps New Sanctions on Iranian Officials for Alleged Human-Rights Violations

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The sanctions were announced on the one-year anniversary of street protests by Iranians.

Iran

IAEA: Iran Firing up Advanced Centrifuges at Natanz Enrichment Facility

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Iran has begun feeding uranium hexafluoride into the cascade of 174 IR-2m centrifuges recently installed at Natanz, says nuclear watchdog agency.

Yemen / Houthis / Iran

Trump Administration Weighs Designating Houthi Rebels in Yemen as Terrorists

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Defense Department, State Department employees, the United Nations and humanitarian groups are reportedly against such a move.

Headline / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Gulf States / UAE / European Union

Israel, EU Discuss Rail Link Between Mediterranean and Gulf States

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Such a link would be “shorter, faster, cheaper and safer” than currently used trade routes, says the Bank of Israel.

Middle East / Levant / US

Report: US Military Expects Troop Drawdowns in Iraq, Afghanistan

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The expected withdrawals come in the aftermath of shakeups at the Pentagon in which U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper was fired and replaced with Christopher Miller.

US / Elections / Xian Missionizing

Incoming Rep. Cawthorn Says He’s Tried to Convert Jews, Muslims to Christianity

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“I have switched a lot of, uh, you know, I guess, culturally Jewish people. But being a practicing Jew, like, people who are religious about it, they are very difficult. I’ve had a hard time connecting with them in that way.”

US / Police and Crime / Antisemitism

Anti-Jewish Hate Crimes Increased by 14 Percent in 2019, According to FBI Report

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Out of 1,650 religious-motivated hate crimes, 60.3 percent, or almost 995, were anti-Jewish.

US / Antisemitism

Report: Pompeo Expected to Announce Process for Labeling Groups Anti-Semitic

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The possibility of doing so caused some pushback from some State Department officials, lawmakers and the Anti-Defamation League.

Featured / Israel / Coronavirus

Israel to Pay More than $237.5 Million for Potential Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Israel would give Pfizer a $35 million advance as early as next week and an additional almost $202 million in January, when the possible vaccine would begin arriving.

NY / Elections

New York Incumbent Rep. Max Rose Concedes Loss to Republican

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Republican New York State Assembly Member Nicole Malliotakis got 57.9 percent of the vote; Rose, a Democrat, received 42.1 percent.

US / Elections

Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan Wins Re-Election, Beating Out Jewish Opponent Al Gross

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

As a child, Gross was part of the small Jewish community in Alaska and celebrated his bar mitzvah there.

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

Report: Pompeo to Make Unprecedented Trip to Golan Heights, Judea and Samaria

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

It will be part of a 10-day visit by U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to Europe and the Mideast, starting with France, Turkey and Georgia.

Iran

IAEA Says Iran Continues to Violate 2015 Nuclear Deal

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Tehran has also been enriching uranium up to a 4.5 percent purity, higher than the 3.67 percent allowed under the 2015 nuclear deal.

Headline / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Judea & Samaria / Gulf States / UAE / Settlements

Palestinian Authority Dismayed as Israeli Settlers Visit UAE for Economic Talks

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Israeli delegation is being led by Samaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan • Abbas adviser Nabil Shaath says the visit is “painful to witness.”

Gaza / United Nations (UN)

UNRWA Says it has Run out of Funds, Cannot Pay Employees

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Trump administration cut all U.S. funding to UNRWA in September 2018 due to criticism that the agency enables the Palestinian refugee issue and teaches anti-Israel material in its student textbooks.

Coronavirus

Netanyahu Welcomes Pfizer Vaccine Announcement, Says ‘End is in View’ for Pandemic

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Israeli prime minister attends the inauguration of an “innovative” coronavirus testing lab at Ben-Gurion International Airport.

Syria / US

US Enacts New Sanctions on Syrian Entities, Individuals

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Trump administration imposed sanctions on 19 entities and individuals on Monday that it accused of providing support to Syrian President Bashar Assad’s regime.

Travel / News Briefs / Gulf States / UAE

First Direct Tourist Flight from Israel to UAE Touches Down in Dubai

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“We are here today to normalize the normalization in reality,” says Hussein Suleiman, the leader of a delegation of Arab businessmen aboard the flight.

Israel / Iran / Social Media

Facebook Uncovers Iranian Operation Supporting anti-Netanyahu Protests in Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The platform said a network used fake accounts to develop fictitious personas who purported to be based in Israel and Iraq.

US / Gulf States / UAE

Report: US State Department Notifies Congress of $2.9 Billion Armed Drone Sale to UAE

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The move comes a week after the Trump administration reports that it intends to sell 50 F-35 fighter jets to the UAE.

Headline / US / The Knesset / Judea & Samaria / Settlements / Sovereignty

Smotrich Urges Netanyahu to Apply Sovereignty Before New US President Sworn In

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Kamala Harris said the Biden-Harris administration would oppose annexation and settlement expansion, and reverse Trump's steps against the Palestinian Authority.

Terrorism / Europe / ISIS

Vienna Terror Suspect was Jailed in 2019 for Trying to Join ISIS

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz could not rule out anti-Semitism as a possible motive.

Jewish / US / Politics / Elections

Strong Jewish Presence Likely to Continue in Next Congress

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Several Jewish congressional members are expected to retain prominent leadership roles in the 117th Congress

Israel / Travel / Gulf States / UAE

Discounted UAE Airline to Start Direct Flights to Israel, No Visa Necessary

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

UAE and Israeli citizens can visit each other’s countries visa-free, owing to the recently signed Abraham Accords.

Hamas / Palestinian Authority / Gulf States / UAE

UAE Official Says Hamas, PA are ‘Corrupt’ and ‘Murderers’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

UAE official Dehrar Belhoul Al Falasi: “The UAE is committed to the cause, to the Palestinian people. ... If we want to pay, we pay the people.”

Boycott / BDS

GoFundMe Blocks BDS Group from Withdrawing Funds on its Platform

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Palestine Action is seeking to raise 10,000 pounds to “support direct action against Israeli apartheid.”

Op-Eds

Trump is THE Best President for Israel’s Security--EVER!

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Israelis overwhelmingly view the Trump administration as a historic period that has fundamentally transformed the country’s international standing and security.

Israel / US / Politics / Elections

Netanyahu: ‘I Can Only Hope Current US Policy will Continue in Coming Years’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Trump administration has “isolated Iran ... recognized Jerusalem as Israel's capital ... Israel’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights [and] extended ... cooperation to Judea and Samaria,” says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

The Knesset / Coronavirus

Israel Extends COVID-19 State of Emergency Until Jan 3

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The measure was approved Thursday via conference call and will take effect upon approval by the Knesset Constitution, Law and Justice Committee.

Archaeology

2,000-Year Old Seal Bearing Portrait of Apollo Unearthed in Soil Around Western Wall

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

According to researchers, the tiny gem seal, the third ever found in Jerusalem from the Second Temple period, was likely the property of a Jew.

Iran / News Briefs

IAEA: Iran has Begun Construction of Underground Nuclear Facility

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

IAEA Director-General Rafael Grossi says he doesn’t think Tehran has a “significant quantity” of uranium “to indicate amounts which could be theoretically used for the development of a nuclear weapon.”

Aliyah / Geulah

90 North Americans Arrive in Israel During Israeli National Immigration Week

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The flights included those hailing from 14 states and three Canadian provinces, ranging from young students to retirees.

US / Politics / Elections / Antisemitism

Jewish Candidate in Arizona Discovers Campaign Sign Marred with Swastika

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Someone that I’ve never met, never seen, hates me for a reason I can’t control, because of who I was born to be,” said Seth Blattman.

US / Iran

US Issues New Sanctions on Sales to, Exports of Iranian Oil

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“The few remaining buyers of Iranian crude oil should know that they are helping to fund Iran’s malign activity across the Middle East,” said U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

Israel / Business and Economy / Gulf States / UAE

Dubai-Based NY Koen Group in Talks to Purchase Israeli Airline Israir

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Negotiations are expected to be completed in the next few days • “This is the type of purchase that could be the start of something amazing,” said Koen Group owner Naum Koen.

Uncategorized

Report: Under Sudan Peace Deal, Illegal Migrants in Israel May be Sent Home

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“We are not afraid of being returned. We hope the agreement with Israel points to the current situation in Sudan,” says Sudanese asylum seeker.

US / Hezbollah

US Offers $10 Million Reward for Tips on Hezbollah’s Fiscal Networks

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The U.S. State Department’s Rewards for Justice program is seeking “information on the activities, networks and associates of Hezbollah that form a part of its financial support.”

"Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Gulf States / UAE / Israeli Arabs

Israeli Arabs Remain Divided Over Normalization Deals with Gulf States

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Joint Arab List was alone in voting against the normalization deal with the United Arab Emirates in the Knesset, upsetting many Israeli Arabs that welcomed a move that is likely to become a key economic, education and tourism opportunity for the community.

"Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Gulf States / UAE

Harris, Cruz Add to Bipartisan Support in Congress for Abraham Accords

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“I am glad that so many Senate Democrats have now echoed that sentiment,” said Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas).

News Briefs / Turkey

Turkey Extends Gas Exploration in Disputed Greek, Cypriot Waters

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

After the “Oruç Reis” survey vessel returned to the eastern Mediterranean, countries criticized the move.

Featured / Business and Economy / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Gulf States / UAE

Israeli Company Signs Deal to Transport Oil from UAE to Europe via Eilat-Ashkelon

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The EAPC-MED-RED plan, which will include other countries as well, is to avoid crossing the Suez Canal and save time for Asia buyers.

Jewish / US / Politics / Elections / Diaspora

Poll: 75 Percent of US Jews Would Vote for Biden, While 22 Percent for Trump

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Trump is preferred by 74 percent of Orthodox, 23 percent of Conservative, 20 percent of Reform, 3 percent of Reconstructionist and 14 percent of secular Jews.

NY / Antisemitism / Coronavirus

Group Rallies Against Cuomo, de Blasio over new COVID Restrictions Directed at Jews

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Jewish leaders and groups, specifically the ultra-Orthodox community, have sharply criticized the two leaders for their enforcement of coronavirus restrictions amid a spike in cases.

Terrorism / US / Hezbollah

House Bill Introduced to Counter Worldwide Money-Laundering by Hezbollah

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“This represents the toughest sanctions on Hezbollah ever proposed by Congress,” said Rep. Joe Wilson (R-S.C.).

Jewish / Health and Medicine

Former UK Chief Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Has Cancer

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The statement did not specify the type of cancer or how severe it is.

Diaspora / Kosher Food News / Poland

Polish Senate Votes to Delay Bill that Would Ban Exports of Kosher Meat

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Still, Rabbi Menachem Margolin of the European Jewish Association said “the battle isn’t over. It has merely been postponed. If you kick a can down a road, you will eventually run out of road.”

Headline / Lebanon / Business and Economy / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords

US-Brokered Israel-Lebanon Maritime Border Talks Get Underway

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

During the meeting, representatives held “productive talks and reaffirmed their commitment to continue negotiations later this month,” Washington and the U.N. Special Coordinator for Lebanon said in a joint statement.

Islamists / Israeli Arabs

Grand Mufti of Jerusalem: Islamic Law Requires Muslims Wage Jihad Against Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The UAE and Bahrain will have to “answer to Allah” for signing accords with the Jewish state, says cleric Muhammad Ahmad Hussein.

Headline / Antisemitism / Social Media / Holocaust

Facebook Bans Posts Denying and Distorting the Holocaust

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Responded the Simon Wiesenthal Center: “At a time when the Internet is awash with fake news and technological tools that enable governments and virtually anyone to manipulate information, we welcome Facebook’s change of policy to stand with historic fact and the 6 million Jews murdered by Nazi Germany during World War II.”

Business and Economy / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Gulf States / UAE

Cargo Vessel Bearing Goods from the UAE Arrives in Haifa Port

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Haifa Port Chairman of the Board Eshel Armoni: “This is very exciting. This is a new era in the Middle East."

Qatar / News Briefs / Turkey / Gulf States / UAE

UAE Official: Turkish Base in Qatar an ‘Emergency’ that Destabilizes the Region

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The UAE and other Arab Gulf states have boycotted Qatar since 2017 and have demanded that it close the base.

Terrorism / US / Media

US Rescinds Entry Ban of Israeli-British Journalist Jonathan Spyer

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Expiration Date: 2030. Thanks and love to all those who helped,” in a Facebook post featuring a picture of his new visa.

US / Qatar

Report: Qatar Makes Formal Request to Acquire F-35 Stealth Fighter Jets

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Israel and its supporters have expressed objections to possible sales, saying that could undermine Israel’s regional Qualitative Military Edge.

Op-Eds

Japan and Israel in the post-Abe era: Opportunities and Pitfalls

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

New premier Yoshihide Suga has an opportunity to build on Shinzo Abe’s legacy, as well as make a few needed changes to the Asian nation’s Middle East policy.

Antisemitism / Florida / Holocaust

School Board Votes to Reinstate Florida Principal Fired for Holocaust Denial

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

A state administrative judge ruled in August that William Latson should be rehired, though reassigned. Donald Fennoy, superintendent of the School District of Palm Beach County, has recommended that Latson be reinstated and given $152,000 in back pay.

Israel / Coronavirus

Serological Survey Shows Israel Far from COVID-19 ‘Herd Immunity’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Coronavirus antibodies were found in 5.5 percent of the population—far short of the figure required for “herd immunity,” according to the ministry.

US / The Courts / Iran

US Court Orders Iran to Pay $1.4 Billion to Family of Former Jewish FBI Agent

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“This judgment is the first step in the pursuit of justice for Robert Levinson, an American patriot, who was kidnapped and subjected to unimaginable suffering for more than 13 years,” said his family.

US / Politics / Antisemitism / Judea & Samaria / Sovereignty

Rep. Joaquin Castro Seeks to Welcome 'Palestinians' before Foreign Affairs Committee

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Castro also wants to condition U.S. military assistance to Israel on the Jewish state not applying sovereignty to the Judea and Samaria.

NY / Police and Crime / Antisemitism

New York Charges Vandal of Brooklyn Jewish Center with Hate Crimes

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Osman Butt, 25, was charged with burglary and criminal mischief for allegedly breaking windows of the Shore Parkway Jewish Center.

Health and Medicine

Jewish Scientist Among Three Recipients of Nobel Prize for Medicine

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Harvey J. Alter, along with Michael Houghton and Charles M. Rice, received the prestigious prize for the discovery of the hepatitis C virus.

Government / Travel

Israeli ‘Air Force One’ Ready for Takeoff Within Two Weeks

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Upgraded Boeing 767 includes defense systems against cyber and missile attacks, and a conference room equipped with encrypted satellite communications mechanisms.

IDF & Security

Testing Complete, Israel’s ‘Ofek 16’ Spy Satellite Transferred to IDF Control

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Israeli Defense Ministry and Israel Aerospace Industries hand the “keys” to the spacecraft to the military's Intelligence Directorate.

Antisemitism / Boycott / BDS / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords

BDS Leader Warns First Abu Dhabi Bank Against Doing Business with Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Omar Barghouthi threatens boycotts against “every company and every establishment that gets involved in implementing the agreements of shame and betrayal of the Palestinian cause.”

United Nations (UN) / Gulf States / UAE

UAE Announces Candidacy for Seat on UN Security Council

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Gulf nation will work to ensure that its agreement with Israel “opens new intellectual horizons in the region,” says UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Terrorism / Hamas / Qatar / News Briefs / Turkey / Palestinian Authority

Report: Qatar, Turkey Push for Fatah-Hamas Coalition

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Doha, with Ankara's support, has proposed to P.A. leader Mahmoud Abbas that he form a joint list in the Palestinian Legislative Council with the Gaza-based terror group, and then a national-unity coalition.

US / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism

More than 160 House Democrats Vote Against Anti-Semitism Amendment

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Halie Soifer of the Jewish Democratic Council of America, sought to dispel the notion that they were objecting to the substance, saying “the measure was manipulated using anti-Semitism for political purposes.”

News Briefs / Gulf States / UAE / Sports

Dubai Soccer Team Signs Israeli Midfielder

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Dia Saba is to sign a three-year contract for $3 million per season after previously playing for the Chinese Super League club Guangzhou R&F.

NY / News Briefs / Video of the Day / Arts and Entertainment / Coronavirus

Chassidic Singer to Help Raise Awareness of COVID-19 in Religious Communities

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Shulem Lemmer will be interviewing U.S. Assistant Secretary for Health Brett Giroir to gain more information to pass on to areas in New York that are seeing a rise in cases.

Jewish / US / Left vs. Right / Diaspora

Conference of Presidents Drops Civility Complaints between Longtime Members

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“The enforcement process results in more communal division than unity, and significant time and resources,” said William Daroff, CEO of the Conference of Presidents, in a statement.

Op-Eds

Is THIS Lockdown Really Necessary?

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Is there anything more Israel can do to focus efforts on the most vulnerable populations, rather than on the entire country?

Op-Eds

Zoom CANCELS Terrorist

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Lawfare Project warned that by permitting a documented terrorist to use its platform to communicate directly to U.S. college students, Zoom could possibly violate federal law.

US / United Nations (UN)

Watch: In Pre-Recorded UN Speech, Trump Touts Mideast Regional Accomplishments

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The president reiterated that the recent normalization and economic deals represent “the dawn of the new Middle East.”

US / Iran / China

Pompeo Threatens China, Russia with Sanctions if They Sell Arms to Iran

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Having Chinese tanks, or Chinese air-defense systems or defensive missile systems in Iran in the first instance threatens the people of Iran, in the second instance, threatens the people of the Middle East, and the next people who come under threat are the people who live in Europe,” said U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

Government / Business and Economy

Israel’s President, Justice Minister Announce Pardons Process for Debt Due to Fines

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“At a time like this, the State of Israel must lend a hand to its people and help those who need it,” says President Reuven Rivlin, clarifying that fines violations of COVID-19 regulations will not be reduced.

US / Gulf States / UAE

Report: US, UAE Seek Agreement on F-35s by December

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The deal reportedly must honor an agreement with Israel that guarantees a “qualitative military edge” over any Middle Eastern states that purchase U.S. weapons.

Featured / Israel / Travel

Report: El Al Plans to Restart Passenger Flights in October

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

On Oct. 12, El Al plans to resume flights along its main routes to New York, London and Paris.

Terrorism / Europe

Bulgarian Court Hands Down Two Life Sentences for 2012 Burgas Bombing

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The verdict did not mention Hezbollah, but the prosecutor’s office showed evidence the two defendants, who were tried in absentia, “had links to the radical wing of the Shi’ite group.”

US / Iran / News Briefs

Report: Trump to Issue Executive Order to Punish Arms Sales to Iran

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The move comes as the U.N. arms embargo on the regime is set to be extended indefinitely.

Gulf States / UAE / Kosher Food News

Armani Hotel Dubai to Host First Kosher Restaurant in UAE

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The restaurant will be operated under the rabbinical supervision of Rabbi Levi Y. Duchman, rabbi of the UAE, who has certified the venue with glatt-kosher and pas Yisroel.

History / Archaeology / Judaism

Recently Unearthed Ramban Prayer Available Online and in English for First Time

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

It was found in a manuscript written just after the Expulsion, which was likely used by Catalonian exiles living in Provence.

Travel / Gulf States / UAE / Kosher Food News

Report: UAE National Carrier Emirates to Launch ‘Kosher Arabia’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“With recent developments, we expect that demand for kosher food in the UAE and region will grow quickly,” says Emirates Flight Catering CEO Saeed Mohammed.

US / Poland / Holocaust

Senators Rosen & Lankford Push Poland on Anti-Semitism, Holocaust Restitution

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Poland is the only European Union member-state that has not adopted a national comprehensive private-property restitution law.

Antisemitism / News Briefs / On Campus / Education

Arizona State Student Government Aadopts Universal Definition of Anti-Semitism

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Koral Zaarur said the measure was in response to posters of Adolf Hitler and swastikas on campus, though it “turned into so much more.”

US / Iran / Lebanon / France / Hezbollah

Pompeo to France: Hezbollah’s Weapons will Torpedo Attempts to Intervene in Lebanon

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“You can’t allow Iran to have more money, power and arms, and at the same time try to disconnect Hezbollah from the disasters it provoked in Lebanon,” says the U.S. secretary of state.

Middle East / Levant / US / Business and Economy

Trump: ‘No Problem’ Selling F-35 Jets to UAE, Despite Netanyahu’s Objections

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The president said that he would be willing to sell the same arms to other Middle Eastern countries as well.

US / Iran / News Briefs

US Sanctions 11 Firms for Allegedly Shipping, Selling Iranian Petrochemicals

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned six companies based in Iran, the United Arab Emirates and China for allegedly supporting Triliance’s continued involvement in the sale of Iranian petrochemical products.

Israel / US / Diaspora / On Campus / Education

Billboards in New York’s Times Square Display Send-Off of Masa Israel Fellows

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Thousands of young adults from around the world have arrived in or are preparing to travel to Israel for a gap year, internship, study abroad, volunteer or professional training program.

Turkey

Turkish Vessel in Mediterranean Pulls Back; Greece Welcomes Move

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis calls the move “a positive first step,” but says sanctions are on the table if Ankara refuses to “return to the path of logic.”

US / Left vs. Right / News Briefs / Business and Economy / Diaspora

100 Orthodox Rabbis to Jeff Bezos: Stop Using Southern Poverty Law Center to Classify Hate Groups

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

AmazonSmile relies on the SPLC to determine which charities are eligible and which ones are “hate groups” and thus eligible or not for directed Amazon donations.

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