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(July 13, 2026 / JNS) After years of claiming that Israel falsely accused Hamas of blocking humanitarian aid delivery in Gaza, the United Nations said on Sunday that the terror group, which it didn’t name, has “endangered humanitarian personnel, intimidated workers delivering lifesaving food assistance and disrupted lifesaving humanitarian operations.” Ramiz Alakbarov, U.N. deputy special […]
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
(July 17, 2026 / JNS) Colombia’s president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, is withdrawing his country’s support for South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, a move confirmed by Israel’s Foreign Ministry on Friday. The announcement followed a meeting in Washington on Wednesday between Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon […]
By Aaron Bandler / Jewish Journal
(July 16, 2026 / JNS) James Mai, vice mayor of Irvine, Calif., had been involved in the Rotary Club of Orange County L.A. for about five years, including some two years as vice chair of its fundraising foundation. He told JNS that he saw it as a “great organization” that helps the community, including sewing […]
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
By Rebecca Szlechter (July 15, 2026 / JNS) One hundred Jewish teenagers from across the United States are spending part of their summer in Israel through Tzofim North America’s ‘Chetz V’Keshet’ program, a four-week educational and travel experience taking place despite security concerns in the region. Now in its fifth decade, the program brings together […]
(July 16, 2026 / JNS) Colombia’s incoming foreign minister has told his Israeli counterpart that the South American country will open an embassy in Jerusalem, the Israeli Foreign Ministry said Wednesday, making good on President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella’s election pledge. The move comes amid a right-wing wave sweeping across Latin America that is reshaping alliances […]
(July 15, 2026 / JNS) A House amendment to end aid to Israel sharply divided the Democratic caucus on Wednesday with less than half of Democrats voting to continue annual military funding to the Jewish State. Only 93 of the 212 Democratic lawmakers in the House voted to oppose the amendment from Rep. Thomas Massie […]
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
(July 15, 2026 / JNS) A Haifa resident died of wounds sustained when an Iranian ballistic missile struck his home during “Operation Roaring Lion,” three months after the attack, the city’s mayor said on Wednesday. Michael Katz, 82, “was injured in his home in a criminal attack deliberately targeting civilians in the heart of Haifa” on […]
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
(July 13, 2026 / JNS) A San Jose State University graduate student was arrested on a federal charge of allegedly making bomb threats targeting Jews and others on campus. Ziheng “Tony” Fang, 30, of San Jose, Calif., made an initial appearance in federal court after being charged with false information and hoaxes. Prosecutors allege that […]
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
(July 14, 2026 / JNS) International Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim Khan lost an appeal to lift his suspension as a barrister, Britain’s legal regulator said on Tuesday, as misconduct allegations against him continue to roil the court, Reuters reported. The Bar Standards Board said Khan, 56, remains suspended from legal practice pending the outcome of disciplinary proceedings. Khan has […]
(July 13, 2026 / JNS) Inna Vernikov, 41, had been speaking with JNS for about an hour when she delivered one of her characteristically blunt verdicts on New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. “He’s a liar,” the New York City Council member said matter-of-factly. “He’s a fake.” The statement was natural coming from the Ukrainian-born […]
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
(July 13, 2026 / JNS) U.S. President Donald Trump ordered more strikes against Iranian regime sites on Monday in response to the Islamic Republic’s attacks on civilian-manned commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. Central Command said it completed the “latest wave of strikes against Iran” at 10:15 p.m. Eastern on Monday, five and […]
(July 9, 2026 / JNS) The House Judiciary and Ways and Means committees opened an investigation into the New Israel Fund on Thursday over allegations that the progressive non-profit may have illegally engaged in electioneering in opposition to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. JNS exclusively obtained a copy of the letter from Judiciary Chairman Jim […]
(July 12, 2026 / JNS) The exchange between Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and Elena Kagan, during her confirmation hearing for the U.S. Supreme Court on June 29, 2010 is one of the most lighthearted Jewish references in such a venue. “As we move forward and deal with law of war issues. Christmas Day bomber. Where […]
But as Israel approaches another national election, here is a question worth asking: How many American Jews actually understand how Israel elects its government?
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee said on Thursday that it is now clear to President Donald Trump that Iran is not serious about making peace. The remarks by the American envoy came a day after Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was effectively over following repeated attacks by the Islamic regime in the Gulf. […]
Neutrality “is not an option,” the Argentinian president said.
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The prime minister said Jerusalem would raise the issue of his hostile rhetoric with Washington.
“We remain committed to maintaining stability along Israel’s northeastern border and ensuring the security of the residents of northern Israel,” said Danny Danon, the Israeli envoy to the United Nations.
By Jessica Russak-Hoffman - JNS
The buffer zone would be twice the size of the one Mamdani vetoed earlier this year.
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“Several Jewish friends inside Iran sent me messages on Instagram and WhatsApp saying they were unharmed but very frightened of the regime’s authorities.”
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The U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation says the terrorist organization is threatening its staff and disrupting aid.
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Vandals wreaked damage to Ukrainian military equipment in Belgian.
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As of February, 85% of the Gaza Envelope's approximately 65,000 residents, who were almost all evacuated after the Oct. 7 attacks, were back home.
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“This accusation is entirely false, baseless and defamatory,” Ohr Torah Stone says in defending Rabbi Shlomo Riskin against the American podcaster.
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Under the Israeli national security minister's new guidelines, police were instructed to allow Jewish prayer at the Jerusalem holy site.
"It was made clear to you that this is not acceptable" on school grounds, the university's rector wrote the young woman.
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Israel, which has accused Dublin of promoting antisemitism, has condemned the draft bill as discriminatory.
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The regime's leader has also named prospective replacements for key military commanders in case they are killed.
In response to the US bombing Iran, Israel is on high alert.
Miller publicly supports Israel.
Implemented changes aim to “ensure we are properly screening every single person attempting to visit our country.”
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The temporary closure, prompted by security concerns, is in accordance with guidance from the IDF’s Home Front Command.
“He will no longer be on the joint staff while the matter is being investigated,” a Pentagon official told JNS of Col. Nathan McCormack.
A limited number of seats will be available for the estimated 150,000 Israelis stranded abroad.
According to "The Wall Street Journal," internal Hamas documents show it directed up to 25% of humanitarian supplies to its "military" wing.
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"If you hear 'Israel is no concern to USA' remember 700,000 AMERICANS live in Israel. That is equivalent to a full House District," the U.S. ambassador tweeted.
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Police forces and bomb disposal units were called to examine the bags and did not find weapons or hazardous materials.
“Israel will not cooperate with such moves aimed at harming it and its security,” an Israeli official told reporters.
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The projectiles “posed a threat to international and Israeli maritime freedom of navigation,” the IDF said.
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The total number of meals delivered to date is more than 1.8 million, according to the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.
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"We kindly ask all media to proceed cautiously when reporting on this story," the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation stated.
By David Isaac
The figures' wide acceptance constitutes a "major strategic victory" for Hamas, according to the Australian authors of the study.
By Vita Fellig
City officials and faith leaders gathered at the Center for Jewish History in Manhattan the day after a gunman killed two employees of the Israeli embassy in Washington
The “perpetrators and abettors” of genocide have “forfeited their humanity,” the document states.
By Erez Linn
Before joining the embassy, Sarah Milgrim immersed herself in Israel's Neve Shalom Tech2Peace program to study friendships between Israelis and Arabs.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Officers admit in open court that they had cited completely fictional laws generated by ChatGPT to justify retaining a suspect's phone.
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Following an unsuccessful operation in Syria, she was taken to the Ziv Medical Center under IDF escort, where she is gradually regaining speech and movement.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Nine detained in Jerusalem’s Old City after one suspect was found concealing a live animal in a shopping bag.
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Houthi terrorists have intensified aerial assaults on Israel in recent weeks.
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The Knesset passed a law in October making it illegal for the terror-linked agency to operate in the Jewish state.
IAF strikes on Sanaa International Airport caused $500 million in damage, according to the airport's CEO.
“Who was behind this effort? None other than a member of Congress who once claimed that Jews have space lasers,” a spokesman for one of the bill’s co-sponsors said.
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Netanyahu approved the sensitive project in Jerusalem’s Muslim Quarter; Jordan was informed hours before work began.
Hamas has looted at least 60% of the aid that Israel allowed to enter Gaza, the Shin Bet revealed last year.
Umut Ataseven, wo is a freelance blogger for a Turkish paper, was in Israel as a tourist on April 6-12.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
The soldier was evacuated to the hospital for treatment and his family was notified.
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OU certifies chocolate bars under MrBeast Feastables brand.
56% of the fatalities and 69% of the injuries took place in Judea and Samaria.
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More than 60 wanted suspects were arrested during counterterror operations in Judea and Samaria.
Israel and Lebanon have been talking directly about issues of shared interest.
There are at least four dead and a dozen wounded in the blast.
By Vita Fellig
The anti-Israel group 'Jewish Voice for Peace' organized the gathering.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
"Actions have consequences—inaction does, too," stated the U.S. attorney general.
Individuals ages 18-30 were particularly affected due to their high rate of military service, personal losses, and displacement from their homes.
By Joshua Marks
The Doha discussions, which reportedly included P.A. official Hussein al-Sheikh, also covered the establishment of an administrative committee to manage the coastal enclave.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
The state's top law enforcement officer said that Mahmoud Khalil is "an advocate and legal permanent resident of Palestinian descent."
“Mahmoud Khalil was an individual who was given the privilege of coming to this country,” the White House press secretary said. “He took advantage of that opportunity, of that privilege, by siding with terrorists.”
By Ariel Kahana
The senior American official published clarifications and corrections to statements he made on television networks following Israel's strongly worded messages to the White House.
“The World Health Organization consistently operates with a hostile approach against the State of Israel, while promoting decisions that harm its rights in the international arena.”
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Syria’s de facto leader called Jerusalem’s criticism “nonsense” in an interview with Reuters.
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"At a time when terrorist attacks are fresh in the minds of Americans everywhere, this thwarted effort should serve as a warning to all ISIS and violent extremist ideologists everywhere," per the FBI.
By Vita Fellig
“The department is deeply disappointed that Jewish students studying on elite U.S. campuses continue to fear for their safety,” stated Linda McMahon, the U.S. education secretary.
Smotrich said that efforts are underway in coordination with the U.S. administration.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir vowed to "strike a decisive blow" against those who attacked Israel and committed atrocities on Oct. 7.
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Hans Wechsel is said to have told employees that he "didn't like the direction the ship was heading."
The report called on prosecutors at the ICC “to pursue investigations into and prosecutions of hostage-taking and torture” and for the creation of a UN fund to support hostages that would be “funded in part by confiscations of financial assets and property imposed by sanctions.”
14 people were wounded in the terror attack at the Karkur junction.
The IDF stated that Hezbollah's Khader Hashem continued plotting attacks against Israel "even during the ceasefire."
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No Israeli troops were hurt in the attempted attack.
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Kohelet was excluded in January from a list of some 140 nonprofits eligible for benefits.
“We demand the establishment of an objective, balanced investigation committee – not politically biased, whose conclusions are already known in advance,” Netanyahu said.
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“Anyone who chooses to act against the State of Israel and take part in terrorist activity has no place within it,” Arbel said.
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Doron Buchbaza allegedly contacted Iranian intelligence and offered to sell information regarding Israel's Dimona nuclear power plant.
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"If war returns to Gaza, we will rain fire upon all areas of the enemy regime [Israel], especially Tel Aviv, which is known as occupied Jaffa."
By Canaan Lidor
Save One Life UK posted about praying for Gazans even as terrorists were murdering Israelis in border-adjacent communities on Oct. 7, 2023.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
Israel has an "absolute right to determine what happens in Judea and Samaria," said Sen. Ted Cruz.
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“For too long, the Lebanese people were denied a governing body that could unite the country and rebuild institutions,” said the U.S. State Department.
602 living terrorists are being exchanged for the bodies of four murdered hostages.
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Countering claims by former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, the Mossad chief said that the operation was far more effective than it would have been if conducted months earlier.
The terrorists were from Qabatiya, near Jenin.
By Vita Fellig
“This will send a clear message that the harassment of Jewish students and faculty will not be tolerated at Columbia,” said Brian Cohen, executive director of the Columbia Barnard Hillel.
The IDF said some of the launchers posed an “imminent threat.”
Adi Jenga noticed a bag on the bus with Arabic writing on it.
More than two in three Israeli Jews fear Arab terrorists based in the biblical heartland could commit such a bloodbath.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
The victim is a 30-year-old Spanish tourist.
Israeli officials confirmed that Hamas will release six hostages on Saturday as the terror group seeks to expedite the handovers of the ceasefire’s first phase.
The International Criminal Court issued unprecedented arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant in November, the first time warrants have been issued against leaders from a democratic country.
By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)
The incident came two days after an Afghan asylum seeker plowed his car into a crowd of demonstrators in Munich, killing a two-year-old girl and her 37-year-old mother.
One of the terrorists was from Gaza.
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