יום רביעי, ט׳ תמוז תשפ״וWednesday, June 24, 2026
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By Noa Aidan
Jews lived in Syria for 2,500 years, with the primary communities being in Damascus and Aleppo.
Israeli Ambassador: “The key difference between today and then is the Jewish people were unprotected and vulnerable whereas now we have a strong, independent state with the right as well as the ability to defend itself.”
By Max Gelber
“As the Rebbe would often say, we wish you blessings and success," President Milei concluded, referring to Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the late Lubavitcher Rebbe.
By Max Gelber
“The majority of respondents shared that the conflict fostered a deeper connection to their faith and empathy toward Israel, leading them to purchase Israeli-made Judaica.”
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
"We are going to get rid of each and every one of these criminals who intend to sow fear in Argentines and they will pay," says Argentine Security Minister Patricia Bullrich.
By David Isaac
"Pushing off the election would have disenfranchised so many Jews around the world that want to connect to Israel and be part of this election."
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Jerusalem urged citizens abroad to increase their vigilance, conceal Jewish and Israeli symbols, and stay away from large events and protests.
“We’re absolutely not competing. We are completing each other,” said Ron Brummer, deputy director general at the Israeli Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism.
Only 20% of recent past attendees plan on marching this year.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
The Islamic Republic executed 853 people in 2023.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Earlier this month, the Court of Cassation in Buenos Aires issued a ruling blaming Tehran for the 1994 bombing.
The Jewish organization has collected 180,000 letters to U.S. President Joe Biden, marking the 180 days since Oct. 7.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
“These were conscious decisions to remove Zionism as a core value in various JCCs,” the pro-Israel writer reported.
At a recent demonstration for better housing in Porto, some protesters instructed people “not to rent a house from Zionist murderers,” and "Neither Haifa nor Boavista, out with Zionist capital".
It might also be a good time for all the Jews left in South Africa to pack up and leave.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
They laid wreaths, lit candles and observed a memorial service ahead of International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Jan. 27.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
“There is political interference stemming from South Africa’s relationship with Iran, Hamas, Qatar and others that is now starting to affect the local Jewish community,” said the South African Zionist Federation.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Over 200 olim landed at Ben-Gurion Airport in the last week of 2023.
The assault on his home happened on Thanksgiving.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
The current building dates to the late 19th century, though the synagogue’s origins trace all the way back to Maimonides and the Middle Ages.
The American Society for Yad Vashem has accused the Holocaust memorial's chairman Dani Dayan of attempting to "raid" an endowment built for the museum's perpetual support.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
New York's Congregation Shearith Israel says the congregation has failed to be a good steward of the site.
In 1863, the day of Shabbat, July 4, Independence Day, fell on the first day of the three weeks, Tammuz 17, but because it was Shabbat, as is the case this year, 2019, the fast was pushed off to Sunday.
"Jewish Federations were proud to convene and host a series of productive meetings this week with Israel's Minister of Diaspora Affairs Amichai Chikli."
Simcha Rothman describes the attack on him and his wife on Friday night.
The pro-Israel parade in New York on June 4 should be a time of unity, even as protests are welcome elsewhere, Simcha Rothman told JNS.
A number of people have been killed and wounded.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
The Jewish Federations last week said it had decided not to boycott the prime minister as demanded by obscure and unnamed groups.
Sofer met with a number of Jewish organizations.
Kalmanofsky stated that he does not want Israeli leader's efforts to succeed.
“This is not a political issue. It is a humanitarian issue. We have four sons in Gaza. One Ashkenazi, one Sephardi, one Ethiopian, and one Bedouin.”
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
According to Perez-Shakdam, the only thing Khamenei fears is an Israeli attack.
Leaders from more than 50 American Jewish organizations to gather in Jerusalem at the annual National Leadership Mission of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations.
The Huliaipole Synagogue was hit by a Russian missile.
“It was the first time they heard the story straight, without the big bias,” MK Simcha Rothman said.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
In Israel, politics apparently does not end at the water's edge.
As the race began, the 160 participants of JNF-USA’s Alternative Winter Break led the pack.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
The organization will loosen its ties to The Jewish Federations of North America in a bid to free itself to pursue liberal agenda items.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
“The unique Jewish supermarket, spanning over 130 square meters in the center of Dubai, offers quality kosher produce imported especially from Israel, Europe and the U.S.,” says UAE-based Rabbi Levi Duchman
By Josh Hasten
Heartland Initiative builds bridges between Jewish, Druze communities and the Long Island village.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
The resolution cited numerous industries where Israeli-Americans have made a positive impact, including health sciences, pharmaceutics, disaster relief, astrophysics, mathematics, chemistry, aerospace engineering, biotech, agriculture and internet technologies
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Rabbi Steven Pruzansky pointed out, “The bottom line is that Rabbi Kahane never murdered anyone, while the Palestinian Authority, a union of terror organizations, instigates and lauds murders on a daily basis, following the model of its founder, Yasser Arafat..."
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Participant are also 85% more likely to be attached to Israel, an analysis of Pew Center data finds.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
"I was on the receiving end of a torrent of antisemitic attacks."
At Berkeley, banning Jews is free speech, protesting anti-Semitism isn’t.
By JNS & JewishPress.com News Desk
The statements range the gamut from heavy criticism of incoming coalition’s “extreme” elements to admonishment for US hypocrisy.
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.
Platform calls for new immigrants to be included in leadership positions in the Religious Zionist Party and in government.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Three-day celebration marks the return of the house of worship.
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."
In Israel, Trump's actions are highly appreciated and he is not considered antisemitic.
By COLlive.com
"Lulavs are for personal use only and must accompany the traveler at the time of entry into Canada. Commercial imports are not permitted,” the government website states.
By Israel Hayom
Russian’s seemingly positive response may be an “indication that they are open to the idea of the agency continuing its activities in the country.”
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
The charges include reckless endangerment as a hate crime, criminal possession of a weapon, conspiracy, aggravated harassment and endangering the welfare of a child.
35 mothers of lone soldiers from around the world visited Israel and were hosted by First Lady Michal Herzog.
"It was sad o hear from the neighbors about the missiles and that they had to go down to the shelter quickly to protect themselves."
“My sister made Aliyah a few years back as a professional basketball player and played for the Israeli women’s national team."
The Azeri official stressed the positive relations of the olim from Azerbaijan with their native country.
By COLlive.com
The cause of the fire is still unknown, and is under investigation.
Throughout the participants’ journey, Israeli mothers serve as a “living bridge” between the State of Israel and the Diaspora.
By COLlive.com
The Chabad Center sustained major damage, including the loss of all the Torah scrolls and hundreds of books. The kitchen and other facilities were also destroyed.
By COLlive.com
The rabbi's appointment was announced by President Donald Trump on January 29, 2020, along with those of two other new members.
“Just as memorial ceremonies can be held in Haifa or any other Israeli city, they will be in Miami and New York, too. These families gave their children, and we have to hug them wherever they live,” said Efrat Shefa Dor, manager of the Tiberias District for Bereaved Families.
"It's exciting, there's nothing else to say, it's very exciting."
The event was geared to physicians, nurses, dentists, podiatrists, psychologists, optometrists, pharmacists, therapists, audiologists, nutritionists, and dental hygienists.
By Hanan Greenwood / Israel Hayom
The shah’s government facilitated the purchase of the land in 1971 to mark 2,500 years to Cyrus the Great’s edict allowing Babylonians to worship the god of their choice.
“Both my father and my grandfather recalled, during their historic visits, how Turkey opened its gates and its heart to the daughters and sons of the Jewish People."
And in my head echoes the voice of a little boy asking, "Where's daddy, where’s mommy?"
“As the fighting continues in Ukraine, we can only expect the number of refugees traveling across the country’s western borders to grow,” IsraAid said.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
The process will be continued “until a suitable candidate is found,” says the Agency, after none of the current candidates was able to secure enough votes for nomination.
“My friend’s daughter had to leave USC because she couldn't deal with the harassment and threats because she was Jewish and supported Israel.”
By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency
Individuals and organizations castigated the Board of Deputies of British Jews for their inappropriate statement.
The brothers Samuel and Joseph Schutz were among the first Jews to arrive in the area in 1856.
Gabriel Network is an Israeli startup that develops smart technology for security and safety incidents.
By COLlive.com
The two students were walking past 1505 Carroll Street near Troy Avenue, heading to their Yeshiva dorm, at approximately 1:30 am, when the incident occurred.
By JNS & JewishPress.com News Desk
“I would hope that she understands the severity of what she did,” Aryeh Fried told CBS New York. “To do it to anybody is obviously problematic, but for an adult to do it to a child is just beyond crazy.”
The Genesis Prize Chairman praised the role of Jewish scientists and physicians in combating the pandemic.
We are just 2 percent of the U.S. population, but 58 percent of religiously motivated hate crimes are against Jews,” said Michael Masters of the Secure Community Network.
"We are very excited that David Friedman is now taking a leadership role in the Republican Jewish Coalition."
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Arthur Sorrey, the city manager of North Miami Beach, Fla., said the historic hiring of an Orthodox Jewish police officer is “a big deal for us … it’s something that took a lot of teamwork to pull it off.”
The bus will allow easy access to students, educators, police, faith groups, and professionals to critical training on anti-Semitism, racism, bullying, stereotyping, hate, and intolerance.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
“Students with Holocaust education are more likely to stand up to negative stereotyping and challenge incorrect, biased information,” said director of teen programming Aaron Kischel.
It isn’t the only new initiative Birthright is undertaking: “Birthright Israel Labs” is meant to further engage and connect alumni and the greater Diaspora community.
“We’ve never had any formal arrangement or ties with groups like CSS. This is the first time we are entering into this type of arrangement,” said Rabbi David Warshaw, president of NCYI, a network of 100 Orthodox synagogues across the United States.
Three Chabad Chassidim, Avigdor Factor, Yossi Lipsh, and Moshe Raichman from Ramat Bet Shemesh traveled to Manama, Bahrain to print the Tanya on the Yahrtzeit of the Alter Rebbe's passing, the 24th in the month of Tevet.
By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency
Over 850,000 Jews were expelled or fled from Arab countries and Iran between 1948 and 1967. It is estimated that they left behind property worth approximately $150 billion.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
“On many occasions, we have to distribute other types of items related to Judaism, which the residents of these countries have no way of getting,” said Yad L’Achim president Rabbi Shmuel Lifschitz.
The NYPD said that all the young victims wore traditional Jewish clothes, which marked them as targets.
This is a very significant historic discovery, as Scrolls of Esther inscribed during that time period by women are few, and it sheds light on the important position that religious women occupied in Italian Jewish community life.
The building has multiple outdoor and indoor spaces for a myriad Aliyah-related event programming and hosting.
The activities related to history, art, and culture are taking place from October 31 to November 28.
Religious women sometimes felt uncomfortable approaching rabbis, opting to either ask the question through a male messenger or not ask the question at all.
22 percent said they had changed their habits when it comes to going out.
“The New Jew” helps Israeli viewers explore the fundamental differences between Judaism in Israel versus Jewishness in the US.
“In a world of unrelenting distraction and pressure, Shabbat is a unique opportunity for families to truly connect in a magical way."
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Former Israeli Ambassador to the United States Ron Dermer had said Israel should focus more of its outreach to its biggest supporters in the United States—namely, the Christian evangelical community
By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency
Some 42,000 Jews live in Belgium, about 0.4% of the total population.
“Just because it’s 20 years later, it doesn’t become relegated to the dustbin of history.”
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
They are coming against the backdrop of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, rising anti-Semitism and a young generation of Jews who studies show are distancing themselves from Israel.
The oldest of them is 87 years old and the youngest a 6-month-old girl.
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