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Headline / Israel At War: Iron Swords / United Nations (UN)

Israel's UN Ambassador 'Shocked' by Secy-Gen's 'Understanding for Terror, Murder'

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Guterres: “It is important to also recognize the attacks by Hamas did not happen in a vacuum. The Palestinian people have been subjected to 56 years of suffocating occupation."

Featured / US / Antisemitism / News Briefs

Ethiopian-Born Former-‘Miss Israel’ calls BLM ‘Jew-Haters’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

ZOA president demands that Jewish leaders in America denounce BLM’s “anti-Israel and anti-Jew positions.”

Headline / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Gaza

IDF: 310 Hamas Positions Attacked in 24 Hours

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Targets included tunnels where Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists were hiding, military compounds and observation posts.

IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs

Hamas Leaves Behind Booby-Trapped Children’s Bags

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Some of the bodies of the dead were reportedly booby-trapped with explosives.

IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Gaza / Hamas

Murdered and Missing in Hamas Attack Include Citizens From 41 Nations

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

At least 235 foreign nationals have died and 74 remain missing, Israel stated on Saturday.

Israel At War: Iron Swords / Business and Economy

BOI Issues Instructions on Credit Issues Arising from War

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The change in the data is liable to adversely impact borrowers’ ratings, their ability to receive credit, and the terms of the credit.

Cyprus / Greece

One Arrested After Bombing Near Israel's Embassy in Cyprus

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Cyprus police report finding shrapnel as close as 30 meters from the embassy.

Headline / Terrorism / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Hamas / Palestinian Authority

Palestinian Authority to Reward Families of Hamas Terrorists with Nearly $3 Million

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The Palestinian Authority will find a way to deliver the payments despite the fact that Gaza is at war and that Hamas seeks to overthrow the Ramallah government.

Israel At War: Iron Swords / Azerbaijan

Azerbaijanis Condemn Hamas Terrorism, Praise Israeli Resilience

By Rachel Avraham

The Azerbaijanis empathize with Israel because they have suffered the same terrorism that Israelis suffer today.

Headline / Israel / Israel At War: Iron Swords

Acts of Courage: Amid Horror, Israelis Rise to Challenge

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Israeli men and women carried out countless acts of courage as Hamas-ISIS terrorists slaughtered their way through Jewish villages along the Gaza border on Oct. 7, 2023.

Headline / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords

WATCH: IDF Naval Commandos Retake Sufa from Terrorists, Rescue Hostages

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Shayetet 13 navy commandos eliminated more than 60 Hamas terrorists and rescued about 250 hostages in Gaza border operations.

Israel At War: Iron Swords / Government / Business and Economy

BOI Reports CC Cards, Bank Accts of Hamas Hostages 'Misappropriated' 

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The BOI did not clarify, but some wallets and credit cards belonging to victims of the Hamas attacks, or people who were forced to flee in a hurry, may have been stolen for use by terrorists.

News & Views

IDF Strikes Gaza University Used as Cover for Terrorism

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The university trains operatives in a variety of fields, mainly in the areas of intensification, development and production of weapons and military intelligence operatives.

Headline / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords

Efrat Loses Another Son to Terrorism

By Jewish Press Staff

“He died a hero, but he was always a hero throughout his life, whatever he did, to us and everyone around him.”

IDF & Security

Israeli Businessman Repatriating Hundreds of Army Reservists Stuck in Latin America

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

In a parallel initiative, a special flight from Peru has been arranged for Israeli citizens called up for reserve duty. The flight departs Lima on Tuesday.

Egypt

Egyptian Fires on Israeli Tour Bus in Alexandria

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

In June, an Egyptian officer killed three Israeli soldiers in a terrorist attack along the Sinai border.

Headline / Hamas

Hamas Rocked by Israeli Spy Penetrating Its Highest Ranks in Lebanon

By Baruch Yedid / TPS

Saleh Arouri, who is believed to be a top target for Israeli assassination, is said to be particularly worried about the security breach.

Science and Tech

Israeli Breakthrough in Optical Sensing Could Mean Miniature Spectrometers for All

By Pesach Benson / TPS

“We can find out what’s in our glass, the percentage of fat in our milk, or whether the olive oil, honey, or juice we’re considering buying has been adulterated with scent extract.”

Israel

$10,000 Lost in Israeli Train Station Returned to Grateful Owner

By Pesach Benson / TPS

“More than I was excited to hear that the money was found, I was excited to see the commitment and mobilization of the railway employees to recover the loss."

Global / Jerusalem

Fiji to Open Embassy in Jerusalem in Early 2024

By Etgar Lefkovits - JNS

The announcement comes as hundreds of pilgrims from Fiji are in Israel to take part in the annual Feast of Tabernacles celebrations organized by the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem.

Government

Netanyahu Meets Ben-Gvir in Bid to Ease Coalition Tensions

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The national security minister was excluded from a recent security assessment, and is reportedly frustrated by the coalition's unwillingness to harshen conditions for security prisoners.

IDF & Security / Gaza / News Briefs / Islamic Jihad / Rockets from Gaza

Red Alert as Islamic Jihad Test-Launches Rockets from Gaza

By Jewish Press News Desk

While the rockets did not cross the border into Israel, they came close enough to set off the red alert.

NY / Police and Crime / The Courts / Antisemitism / News Briefs

Guilty Pleas: Attackers of Jewish Man in New York Face Years Behind Bars

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Mahmoud Musa, Mohammed Othman and Mohammed Said Othman will be sentenced later this month for their assault on Joseph Borgen in May 2021.

Terrorism / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Baby Girl Harmed in Terror Attack

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The baby suffered cuts on her face from broken glass.

Israel

Israel Searching for Survivors as Empty Migrant Boat Washes Ashore

By Pesach Benson / TPS

It wasn’t clear if the people on board had drowned or abandoned the boat.

Israel

Israel’s National Library Cancels New Logo after Outrage and Ridicule

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The new emblem was accused of a lack of connection to "the Jewish people, the State of Israel, Zionism or the Hebrew language."

Iran

US: Tehran Can Make Nuclear Bomb in Less than Two Weeks

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Department of Defense report "assessed that Iran is not pursuing a nuclear weapons program at this time."

News Briefs / Jerusalem / The Temple Mount

Israeli Man Seeking to Sacrifice Goat on Temple Mount Arrested

By Pesach Benson / TPS

The man, Yair Hanoch, an activist from the Return to the Mount organization was detained at a light rail station near Jerusalem’s Old City.

US

House Votes to Cut Salary of Suspended Iran Envoy, Continue to Fund UNRWA

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Congress also voted overwhelmingly to keep the U.S. embassy in Jerusalem and maintain the terror designation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

Interfaith Relations

Pompeo Tops List of Israel’s Christian Allies

By Etgar Lefkovits - JNS

The Washington-based advocacy group Israel Allies Foundation releases the list annually.

Israel / Business and Economy / Germany

Israel Inks Largest Defense Deal in its History

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The German Air Force is to take delivery of Israel's Arrow 3 missile-defense system by the fourth quarter of 2025.

Left vs. Right / Antisemitism / Religious & Secular in Israel

Tel Aviv Bans 'Rosh Yehudi' Sukkot Events After Yom Kippur Anarchists' Assault

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The decision came after anarchist protesters forcefully prevented Rosh Yehudi, an outreach group, from holding a public Yom Kippur service.

US / Elections

In Second Republican Debate, Candidates Talk Crime, Education, Immigration, Drugs

By David Swindle

There were no fiery exchanges on Israel, as there were in the first debate, though two candidates mentioned Iran.

Featured / Government / Holidays & Observances / Chabad

Israel's Diaspora Minister Tours Kfar Chabad Etrog Orchard, Honey Factory Ahead of Sukkot

By COLlive.com

During the visit, Chikli toured the etrog orchard of the Gorlik family, discovering the secrets of growing the unique fruit for Sukkot.

Featured / Terrorism / IDF & Security / Government / Palestinian Authority / Israeli Arabs

Israel Foils Iranian Assassination Attempt on Ben-Gvir

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Two Israeli Arabs and three Palestinian Authority Arabs were working on behalf of Iran to assassinate Itamar Ben Gvir.

Elections / Jerusalem / Israeli Arabs

In First, Arab List Qualifies to Run for Jerusalem Municipal Elections

By Baruch Yedid / TPS

Municipal candidate Sundus El-Khot has been threatened by the Palestinian Authority and influential clerics in eastern Jerusalem.

NY / News Briefs

Meng Announces $1.65m in Security Funding for Jewish Entities in New York

By Menachem Wecker

Eleven facilities got the maximum amount, $150,000, under the Nonprofit Security Grant Program.

Israel / US / Travel

Israel Says it’s in Visa Waiver Program, but US Issues Denial

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"Within a few weeks Israelis will be able to visit the United States without having to wait a long time for a visa from the American Embassy," said Foreign Minister Eli Cohen.

Israel / US / Politics / United Nations (UN)

Netanyahu Returns Home after Successful US/UN Trip

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Netanyahu met with some 20 leaders from five different continents during the 6-day visit.

IDF & Security / Hamas / News Briefs

Eight Hamas Terrorists Captured Who Used Birzeit University as a Base of Operations

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

In addition, four other wanted terrorists were captured in the village of Khirbat Karme, located just south of Hebron.

Featured / In Memoriam / Judea & Samaria / Events

Friends, Family Mark Ari Fuld’s Fifth Yahrzeit in Kfar Etzion

By Josh Hasten

Yishai Fleisher, who serves as the international spokesperson for the Jewish community of Hebron, received the second annual "Lion of Zion" Prize for his work that exemplified Fuld's legacy.

Israel / US / News Briefs

Netanyahu Meets with Kissinger in NYC

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The former U.S. secretary of state, who is 100, is “a long-time friend of Israel and a true statesman," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wrote.

Headline / Government / Saudi Arabia / United Nations (UN)

Netanyahu Directs Nuclear Experts to Find Saudis a Path to Enrich Uranium

By JNS & JewishPress.com News Desk

Israeli officials are "quietly working" with the White House to develop a "US-run, uranium-enrichment operation" in the kingdom.

Gaza / Hamas

Qatar Refuses to Renew Aid as Tensions Rise in Gaza

By Baruch Yedid / TPS

Hamas’s collaboration with Iran and Hezbollah has angered Qatar, which supports Syrian rebel groups and opposes Syria’s return to the Arab League.

IDF & Security

Israeli Police Find Stolen Army Tank in Junkyard

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The tank was stolen from an IDF training base near the Elyakim Interchange in northern Israel.

IDF & Security / Police and Crime

Government Supports Police Use of Facial-Recognition Cameras in Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Facial-recognition cameras will be employed to “prevent, thwart or uncover serious crime," according to the bill.

Judea & Samaria / Archaeology

Civil Administration Archeologists Uncover Ancient Stone Workshop on Rt. 437

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“2,000 years later, we are privileged to continue the work of our ancestors here and widen the road from the Binyamin communities to Jerusalem.”

News Briefs / Europe / Business and Economy

Israel to Supply Suicide Drones to Undisclosed European Nation

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Elbit Systems announced it was awarded a $95 million contract to supply its Skystriker “suicide” drone.

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

Israel, US Deny Saudi Arabia Suspended Normalization Talks

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Riyadh reportedly asked Washington to freeze negotiations over the Netanyahu government's stance on concessions to the Palestinian Authority.

News Briefs / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Watch: Another Home Liberated in Hebron

By Jewish Press News Desk

The building is located near the Maarat Hamachpelah, the Tomb of the Patriarchs.

Terrorism / Jordan

Jewish Groups Urge Extradition of Ahlam Tamimi; Jordan Unlikely to Turn Over Terrorist

By Melissa Langsam Braunstein

“If the U.S. isn’t demanding this, and the Israelis aren’t, what is to say the Jordanians should do anything?” said Jonathan Schanzer of FDD, referring to the mastermind of the 2001 Sbarro pizzeria suicide-bombing.

Travel / Jerusalem

Autonomous Helicopter Taxi Makes First Test Flight over Jerusalem

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The trial was made possible by a 60 million shekel ($15.7 million) project known as the Israel National Drone Initiative.

US / Politics / Elections

DeSantis ‘Hit Right Notes’ in New York Meeting with Orthodox Leaders

By David Swindle

“He clearly sought our input in order to best serve us, along with all Americans, in a future administration,” said Rabbi Yaakov Menken, who was a part of the meeting.

US / Politics / Elections / Antisemitism

Ramaswamy Defends New Hampshire Co-Chair’s Right to Call Israel ‘Apartheid’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“I’m not going to toss someone to the wolves and cancel them,” the presidential candidate said.

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

Blinken: Israel-Saudi Deal ‘Cannot be a Substitute’ for Two-State Solution

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

he top U.S. diplomat said that for Riyadh, too, progress on the "Palestinian" issue was necessary for the normalization process to move forward.

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

UAE Envoy: Powerless to Stop Israel from Applying Sovereignty

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Trump administration reportedly assured the UAE that the U.S. would not recognize Israeli sovereignty over Judea and Samaria until 2024 at the earliest.

Israel / News Briefs

Israeli Population Pushes 10 Million as Jewish New Year Approaches

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The country’s population will reach 10 million by late 2024 and 16 million by 2048, the CBS said.

Terrorism / Health and Medicine

Paralyzed Terror Victim Can Move Arms, Legs after Extensive Rehabilitation Process

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Banya Peretz returned to Israel for Rosh Hashanah after undergoing the first stage of innovative therapy in Thailand.

IDF & Security / Government / Palestinian Authority

Gallant Denies Arms Transfer to PA as MKs Lash Out on Oslo Anniversary

By Joshua Marks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the reports "fake news" after National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir warned of "consequences" if reports regarding the transfer were true.

Headline / Israel / Middle East / Levant / US / Business and Economy / India

Washington, Jerusalem Divided on Latter’s Role in New ‘Economic Corridor’

By Menachem Wecker

“Biden’s team holds grudges. It will never appreciate Israel for the ally it is,” said Michael Rubin of the American Enterprise Institute.

US / Government / Jerusalem

US, EU Condemn Israeli Plans for Jewish Neighborhood in Abu Dis

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The district planning committee met to advance the project into the final stages.

Hamas / Iran / News Briefs

Hamas’s Aerial Drone Fleet Bears Iranian Fingerprints

By Yaakov Lappin

Hamas has a number of models that have a very similar appearance to UAVs in the possession of Hezbollah, and in principle one can say that the inspiration for them is Iran.

UK / News Briefs

Grant Shapps Becomes First Jewish UK Defense Secretary in 30 Years

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The son of immigrants who fled to Britain from pogroms sees his family history as an integral part of his political approach.

IDF & Security / News Briefs

Sparks are Flying in the IAF

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The advanced drone "will significantly improve the ability to act offensively and effectively according to data that will be received."

IDF & Security / Iran

National Security Advisor: ‘Israel Will Act if Iran Enriches Uranium Above 60%’

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

National Security Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi did not specify how Jerusalem would respond.

Israel / Left vs. Right

Justice Minister Whisked Away as Anti-Democracy Protesters Clash with Police

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Six people arrested after demonstrators breach the perimeter outside Yariv Levin's home.

Government / News Briefs / Business and Economy

Israeli Government OKs New National Priorities Map

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The plan expands state assistance to communities in the social and geographic periphery.

Jewish / History / Diaspora / Egypt

Ben Ezra Synagogue in Cairo Reopens after Significant Restoration

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.

Left vs. Right / Antisemitism

Israeli Security Reserve Officers Denounce Former Mossad Director’s ‘Pitiful, Baseless Claim’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"Israeli security forces stand on solid moral and legal grounds while operating in Judea and Samaria," the Israel Defense and Security Forum stated.

IDF & Security / Government / Iran / News Briefs / NATO

Prime Minister Netanyahu Meets with NATO Deputy Secretary General

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“I’m here to mark a new beginning in a very robust partnership between NATO and the State of Israel,” said Geoană.

Antisemitism / News Briefs / Artificial Intelligence

‘Call of Duty’ to Deploy AI to Hunt for Hate Speech

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The ADL has documented white supremacist content, including usernames, on certain video games.

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