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IDF & Security / Syria / Islamists

Israel Warns Rebel Leader it Won’t Accept Jihadist Groups in Southern Syria

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

In its message to HTS leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, Israel reportedly stressed that it is prepared to keep troops in the Golan Heights buffer zone as long as is necessary, but would consider transferring control to a stable and accountable Syrian government.

Obituaries

Eduard Kuznetsov, Soviet Era Dissident and Would-Be Hijacker Dies at 86

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Kuznetsov was one of the most prominent figures in the Soviet Jewish dissident movement of the 1970s.

IDF & Security / Syria / News Briefs

Israel Finds Remains of Yom Kippur War Helicopter in Syria

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The helicopter had crashed due to bad weather on the Syrian side of the Hermon mountain.

Featured / Israel / Gaza / Hamas / Antisemitism / Interfaith Relations

Israel Slams Pope: ‘Cruelty is Terrorists Hiding Behind Children’

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Minister Amichai Chikli accused the pontiff of perpetuating a “dangerous blood libel” against Israel and distorting history.

Israel / Travel / News Briefs

Six Airlines Resuming Service to Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

El Al still the only carrier flying direct to the United States.

Antisemitism / News Briefs / Canada

Canada Launches New National Forum to Combat Jew-Hatred

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"The safety of our community is under attack," CIJA said, "and so too are the values and way of life that define us as Canadians."

Syria / US

US Dropping Terrorism Bounty on Syrian Leader After First Diplomatic Visit Since 2012

By Andrew Bernard

“Iran will have no role whatsoever” in Syria after the fall of Basher Assad, U.S. diplomats told reporters on Friday.

The Knesset / Judea & Samaria / Settlements / Sovereignty

Knesset Bill Seeks to Create Obstacle to Judea and Samaria Withdrawal

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Land of Israel Caucus wants to amend Basic Law: Referendum to prevent the establishment of a "Palestinian" state.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Yemen / Houthis / Saudi Arabia

Saudis Celebrate IAF Strikes on Houthis in Yemen

By Shachar Kleiman

"You claimed victory over the U.S. and Israel just a year ago, and now you position yourselves as victims," activist Abdul Rahman al-Otaibi said.

Terrorism / Yemen / Houthis / News Briefs / The Knesset

Interceptor Fragments from Houthi Attack Found on Knesset Grounds

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

There were no injuries or damage from the impact and the pieces were removed by police sappers.

Headline / Terrorism / IDF & Security / Yemen / Houthis

IDF Pounds Yemen after Houthi Ballistic Rocket Shrapnel Hits Ramat Gan

By Jewish Press News Desk

Millions of Israelis were forced to rush to bomb shelters in the middle of the night.

IDF & Security / News Briefs / Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

IDF Strikes Hezbollah Weapons Transport in Southern Lebanon

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

A terrorist was loading a car in violation of the current ceasefire between Beirut and Jerusalem.

IDF & Security / Syria / News Briefs

Syrians Transfer Weapons, Including ‘Chemical Grenades,’ to Israeli Forces

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Locals are reportedly helping the IDF safeguard weapons left over from the Arab country's civil war.

Featured / US / Antisemitism / Media

Tucker Carlson Giving ‘Leading Platform’ to Jew-Hatred, Minister Chikli Says

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"They should call this the horseshoe episode," wrote David May, of FDD. "The conspiracy theories of the nationalist right meet the conspiracy theories of the socialist left for a party—a national socialist party."

Science and Tech

Israel Rolls Out First Domestically Made Quantum Computer

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Israel first announced plans to build its own quantum computer in 2022 to establish quantum independence.

Israel / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Iran / News Briefs

Jerusalem Man Charged With Plotting Terror for Iranian Agent

By Pesach Benson / TPS

The suspect allegedly made preparations to carry out terror attacks in the Jewish state in exchange for monetary rewards.

Terrorism / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Unbelievable: Biden Admin Asks Israel to Approve Military Aid to PA

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Ramallah is requesting ammunition, helmets, bulletproof vests, radios, night vision equipment, explosive disposal suits and armored vehicles.

IDF & Security / Syria

Massive Explosions as IDF Strikes Assad Military Assets in Syrian Coastal Region

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The targets reportedly included an air-defense base and a surface-to-surface missile depot.

IDF & Security / Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

Israeli Army’s 91st Division Seizes Over 10,000 Hezbollah Weapons

By Pesach Benson / TPS

The division has been active in rural areas, particularly attacking Hezbollah strongholds in the Litani and Saluki areas of southern Lebanon.

IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Yemen / Houthis / News Briefs

IDF Downs Houthi Drone Launched from Yemen

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The UAV was intercepted prior to crossing into Israeli territory, according to the IDF.

Antisemitism / Europe / Boycott / BDS

Citing Antisemitism, Israel Closing Embassy in Ireland; Opening Embassy in Moldova

By Pesach Benson / TPS

The Irish government wants the International Court of Justice, specifically to “broaden” its definition of genocide so it can include Israel.

Terrorism / Gaza / Hamas

Revealed: Hamas’s Brutal Treatment of Gazans in Prison

By Shachar Kleiman

The IDF and Shin Bet have released harrowing footage from Al-Katiba prison.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Yemen / Houthis

Israel Prepares to Strike Houthi Targets in Yemen

By Lilach Shoval

The Houthis have increased their attempts to challenge Israel in recent days. Accordingly, Israeli officials acknowledge that the situation cannot continue and are preparing for a significant strike against Houthi targets in Yemen.

Featured / Terrorism / IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / Antisemitism / Media / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows

Media Study’s Shocking Results: 97% of Gaza War Reports Only Cite Hamas Sources

By Anna Epshtein

Hamas has inflated Gaza’s casualty count by thousands, with men sometimes being registered as women or children, and non-conflict-related deaths listed as war casualties.

Antisemitism / Europe

Trials Expose Logistics, Planning Behind Amsterdam Pogrom

By Canaan Lidor

Described by some as spontaneous reactions to Israeli provocations, the assaults emerged in court as antisemitic, ruthless—and meticulously planned.

US / Eye on "Palestine" / News Briefs

FBI Director Gives Diploma to Graduate of ‘Ramallah, State of Palestine’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“I’ve met with Chris Wray in Israel and he knows damn well that the United States does not recognize a ‘state of Palestine,’” wrote David Friedman, a former U.S. envoy.

US / Travel / Boycott / BDS

Ted Cruz Accuses State Department of Influencing Flight Suspensions to Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Republican senator said that “there have been allegations about antisemitic discrimination by airlines and that calls by unions not to fly to Israel were motivated solely by pro-Hamas activists.”

Social Media

Teen Usage of Facebook, X Plummeted in Past 10 Years, per Pew Study

By David Swindle

YouTube, TikTok and Instagram remain the platforms of choice among American youth.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Katz Orders IDF to Prepare for Judea and Samaria Escalation

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The defense minister acted due to concerns local terrorists may be inspired by the victory of Islamist rebels in Syria.

Terrorism / Israel / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Gaza / Hamas / Antisemitism / Palestinian Authority / Interfaith Relations

Pope and PLO Chief Discuss ‘Serious’ Situation in Gaza

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Abbas wished Pope Francis well ahead of Christmas, while urging churches around the world to mention "the suffering of the Palestinian people."

Israel / Syria / Travel

Hermon Ski Resort’s CEO Dreams of Expanding Hermon Site

By Idan Avni

As IDF secures strategic peak offering views of Damascus, resort CEO envisions international slopes.

IDF & Security / Antisemitism / Boycott / BDS / Australia, New Zealand and Oceania

Israeli Citizens Denied Australian Visa After Asked About IDF ‘War Crimes’

By Israel Hayom

Omar and Ella had to complete extensive 13-page declarations typically reserved for foreign fighters and government officials.

Jerusalem / South America

Paraguayan President Inaugurates Jerusalem Embassy

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Paraguay became the sixth country to open an embassy in Israel's capital.

Health and Medicine

Circadian Disruptions Linked to Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Researchers Say

By Pesach Benson / TPS

The circadian clock, which regulates bodily processes on a 24-hour cycle, governs both immune system activity and digestive functions.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / News Briefs / Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

Lebanese Army Confirms Deploying in Khiam After Israel Withdraws

By Pesach Benson / TPS

“Army units were deployed in five locations around the town of Khiam – Marjayoun in coordination with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon,” the LAF tweeted.

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

Israeli Airstrikes Disrupt Hamas Plot to Hijack Humanitarian Convoys

By Pesach Benson / TPS

The IDF stressed that no delivery trucks were struck and that the humanitarian corridor remains open for aid deliveries.

Palestinian Authority / Judea & Samaria

Israel Cracks Down on Illegal Palestinian Authority Construction in Gush Etzion Nature Reserve

By Sveta Listratov

Nearby residents hailed the move as “historic” saying the illegal Palestinian Authority Arab construction has been unchecked in the Judean Desert Nature Reserve in the Gush Etzion region.

Headline / Terrorism / IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria

4 Wounded in Gush Etzion Bus Shooting

By Jewish Press News Desk

Prayers can be said for Yehoshua Aharon Tuvia ben Rachel.

Antisemitism / News Briefs / On Campus / Education

NYU, Columbia, UCLA, Georgetown, CUNY Among Worst Anti-Zionists in AMCHA Faculty Barometer

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The nonprofit’s research has “consistently shown a strong correlation between the presence of anti-Zionist faculty and the incidence of behavior targeting Jewish students for harm.”

Terrorism / Israel / US / Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs / Anti-Israel NGOs / Australia, New Zealand and Oceania

Amnesty Australia Grants ‘Human Rights’ Award to Gaza Terrorists

By Akiva Van Koningsveld

The terrorist operatives were honored for their "extraordinary resilience, bravery and courage."

Government / The Knesset / Jerusalem / South America

Paraguayan President: No ‘Heart and Soul’ to Relations Without Embassy in Jerusalem

By Pesach Benson / TPS

"With this transition in our friendship, there will be a beating heart, and I hope we can inspire other countries to do the same."

Terrorism / Antisemitism / News Briefs / Africa

Suspected Bomb Planted at SA Cape Town Jewish Center

By JNS & JewishPress.com News Desk

South Africa’s ruling African National Congress party has ramped up its anti-Israel rhetoric since the outbreak of Israel’s defensive war on October 7, 2023.

Syria / Druze

‘Like Watching the Berlin Wall Fall’: Israeli Druze Eager to Reconnect With Syrian Families

By Sveta Listratov

"For the first time in decades, my relatives in Syria feel free to speak to me.”

Syria / Druze / News Briefs

Israel Reaching Out to Syrian Druze Communities

By Noah Michaeli

An estimated 700,000-800,000 Druze live in Syria, mostly in southwestern areas near Israel and Jordan. They make up around four percent of the Syrian population.

IDF & Security / Syria

IDF Deploying to Buffer Zone with Syria after Regime’s Collapse

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"The army will continue to operate as long as necessary in order to preserve the buffer zone and defend Israel and its civilians," the military said

IDF & Security / News Briefs / Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

Israel Forces Continue Finding Hezbollah Weapons in Civilian Areas

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Recent searches turned up hundreds of anti-tank rockets, grenade mortars and a rocket-launching vehicle. Soldiers also dismantled several shafts leading to underground Hezbollah infrastructure.

IDF & Security / News Briefs

IDF to Arm Border Lookouts, Move Bases to ‘Safe Distance’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Dozens of unarmed observers were killed and many others were taken captive by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023.

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

Israel Eliminates Hamas Terrorist Who Tortured Gazans

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Osama Ghanim played a key role in implementing the terror group's brutal methods in interrogating civilians.

Israel / The Courts / Left vs. Right

Jerusalem Court Frees Haredi Activist Who Wished AG Dead, Slams Selective Enforcement

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"We have recently witnessed a phenomenon of [incitement by] public figures ... in which no investigations were opened against them," the judge wrote.

IDF & Security / Politics / Government / The Courts / Left vs. Right

Tel Aviv Court Finds Insufficient Evidence to Prosecute Eli Feldstein for Intending to Harm State Security

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Prosecutors had charged the former Prime Minister’s Office spokesman with the offense, which carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment.

US / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Tom Cotton Introduces Bill to Ban Federal Use of the Term ‘West Bank’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“It’s time to call this region by its rightful name and stop playing into anti-Israel propaganda,” the Arkansas senator wrote.

Terrorism / Israel At War: Iron Swords / Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs / United Nations (UN)

Another Nail in UNRWA’s Coffin’: Hostage Family Sues Agency

By Ariel Kahana

The parents of Yonatan Samerano, whose body is being held by Hamas, have sued the U.N. agency over its employee's involvement in the Oct. 7, 2023, attack.

Headline / Government / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Breaking News: 24,000 Dunams in Judea and Samaria Declared State Land

By Jewish Press News Desk

This is expected to pave the way for major settlement expansions, infrastructure development, and long-term growth in strategically significant areas.

Palestinian Authority / United Nations (UN)

UN Approves Major Conference in Push for 'Palestinian' State

By Mike Wagenheim - JNS

Some traditional allies of the Jewish state side with PLO as an Israeli diplomat slams “reckless disregard for the truth” in resolutions that have been floated this week.

IDF & Security / News Briefs / Anti-Israel NGOs / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

Hezbollah-Linked NGO Targets Israeli Soldiers with Legal Complaints Abroad

By Anna Epshtein

The IDF has recently warned soldiers traveling abroad that they risk being arrested, forcing them to cancel travel plans while others have been advised to return home — including one who narrowly avoided arrest in Cyprus in mid-November.

Israel / News Briefs / Business and Economy

Israel Sees Record-Breaking $10.5 Billion in Startup Acquisitions

By Noah Michaeli

More than 200 venture capital partners, investors, and entrepreneurs gathered in Tel Aviv on Thursday for the annual 2024-2025 Trends and Forecasts conference.

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

Amnesty Israel Distances Itself From Amnesty International’s Report of Gaza ‘Genocide’

By Pesach Benson / TPS

“We were not among the initiators of the report, nor did we collaborate in its authorship or were involved in funding or approving the report,” the Israeli branch stated.

Terrorism / Iran / Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

Hezbollah Begins Rebuilding Militarily, Financially

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Iran's Lebanese terror proxy has begun restoring its capabilities after more than a year of war with Israel.

IDF & Security / Religious & Secular in Israel

Record Number of Religious Women Enlist in IDF’s Shlav Bet

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Over 120 women, aged 26-50, join the army in program opened for those who previously sought exemption from service.

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

‘Our Hearts are Broken’: Israel Recovers Body of Hostage Itay Svirsky

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Svirsky, 38, a resident of Tel Aviv, was visiting his parents at Kibbutz Beeri on the morning of October 7 when Hamas attacked.

Terrorism / Gaza / Hamas / Palestinian Authority

Hamas, Palestinian Authority Officials Leave Cairo Without Agreement on Joint Gaza Rule

By Jewish Press News Desk

Discussions between two terror organizations falter amid disputes over control, salaries, and Gaza’s crossings.

US / Iran

US Sanctions 35 Vessels, Companies that are Part of Iranian ‘Shadow Fleet’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"Iran continues to funnel revenues from its petroleum trade toward the development of its nuclear program," stated Bradley Smith, a U.S. Treasury Department official.

Antisemitism / Business and Economy

Jewish, Israeli Americans Face ‘Substantial’ Hiring Bias, ADL Study Finds

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“This is groundbreaking evidence of serious antisemitic discrimination in the labor market,” said Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the ADL.

NY / Antisemitism / News Briefs

NYC Staffer Suspended After Tearing Down Hostage Poster

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“The city and the state should not only preach but also practice zero tolerance for antisemitism,” said New York Rep. Ritchie Torres.

News Briefs / Boycott / BDS / Anti-Israel NGOs

ZOA Urges Rabbis and Cantors to Cut Ties with J Street, Anti-Israel Groups

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“It’s time to hold accountable organizations whose traitorous efforts to block arms sales to Israel endanger Jewish lives,” the group’s leaders say.

Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

Hundreds Mourn Hezbollah Terror Chief Nasrallah in Beirut

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Supporters of the Iranian proxy gathered at the massive crater in the ground of his targeted killing to pay their respects.

IDF & Security / Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

‘No Exemption for the State of Lebanon’ if Ceasefire Collapses, Israel Warns

By Pesach Benson / TPS

If the ceasefire with Hezbollah collapses, the Israel Defense Forces would no longer make distinctions between Hezbollah and the Lebanese government.

Terrorism / Yemen / Houthis / Canada

Canada Officially Designates Houthis as a Terrorist Entity

By Jewish Press News Desk

Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc emphasizes Canada’s commitment to global counterterrorism efforts.

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

New York to Lower Flags in Honor of Fallen IDF Soldier Omer Neutra

By Jewish Press News Desk

Governor Hochul calls for reflection and prayers following confirmation of the tragic death of 21-year-old New Yorker Omer Neutra.

Syria / Iran / Hezbollah

Iran Sends Fresh Troops into Syria as Assad Government Prepares Counterattack

By Jewish Press News Desk

Syrian and Russian strikes kill dozens as rebels face intensified assaults in Idlib and Hama.

IDF & Security / US / Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

State Department: US Hasn’t Determined if Israel Violated Lebanon Ceasefire

By Mike Wagenheim - JNS

Matthew Miller, the Foggy Bottom spokesman, criticized the Israeli government for “much more intense conversations than should have been necessary” about extending the Israeli-Palestinian banking agreement.

Police and Crime / Government / News Briefs / Islamists / Israeli Arabs

Ben-Gvir Orders Police to Block Islamic Calls to Prayer Over Loudspeakers

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Leaders of Israel's Arab community threatened "unrest and even riots" in response to the move.

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

Energy Minister: Sovereignty in Judea and Samaria Trumps Saudi Peace

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Trump administration officials, past and present, recently have made statements in favor of Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

IDF & Security / Syria / Iran / News Briefs

IAF Orders Iranian Transport Plane to Turn Around

By Jewish Press News Desk

Israeli fighter jets tracked the aircraft as it flew toward Syria, ultimately forcing it to return to Iran.

UK / France / Germany

UK, France, Germany Vow to Continue Nuke Talks with Iran

By Amelie Botbol

Donald Trump has promised to reinstitute "maximum pressure" on the Islamic Republic.

UK / Antisemitism

Jewish Orgs Discuss Protection of British Jews with UK Prime Minister

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"We have committed to engage across government departments to ensure the action we need to reclaim our streets, campuses, and community buildings,” the groups said.

US / Police and Crime

Another Jewish Congressman Targeted by Bomb Threat

By Izzy Salant

“Threats of violence against elected officials are unacceptable, unconscionable and have no place in a civilized society,” stated House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.

IDF & Security / Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

At Least 2,500 Hezbollah Terrorists Killed and 25,000 Weapons Seized, Says Israel

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Over the last 14 months, the Israel Defense Forces struck 12,500 Hezbollah terror targets, including over 1,600 military headquarters and over 1,000 weapons depots.

Government / Palestinian Authority

Israeli Cabinet Votes to Prevent Collapse of Palestinian Authority Economy

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Israel’s National Security Council reportedly briefed ministers that a failure to renew the agreement could have “significant negative consequences for state security and foreign relations.”

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