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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.”

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Secret ‘Iranian Clause’ Included in US Lebanon Deal Guarantees

By Steve

“If Israel decides to act [against Tehran], it will notify the United States as soon as possible," is allegedly among America's stipulations.

US / News Briefs

Trump Security Maven Gorka: ‘No Such Thing as Palestine’

By Canaan Lidor

The counter-terrorism expert also said IDF generals have a "mind virus" that makes it harder to understand jihadists.

IDF & Security / US / Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

US Seeking to Leverage Lebanon Ceasefire for Gaza Deal

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

U.S. Special Coordinator for the Middle East Brett McGurk was heading to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday to discuss using an Israel-Hezbollah truce as a "catalyst" to end hostilities with Hamas.

IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / US / Hamas / The Courts

Hours After ICC Issues Warrants for Netanyahu & Gallant, Biden Recycles Six-Month-Old Statement

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"There is no equivalence—none—between Israel and Hamas. We will always stand with Israel against threats to its security.”

Terrorism / Israel At War: Iron Swords / US / Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs

Tzav 9 to Resume Protests Against Aid to Hamas

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"Whoever controls the aid controls the Strip. Stop strengthening Hamas, and make sure that the aid will not get to them," Tzav 9 announced.

Israel At War: Iron Swords / US / Politics

Biden Admin Says it Can’t Coordinate on Hostages Until Trump Team Signs Documents

By Mike Wagenheim - JNS

“It’s up to them to speak to the timing to that, but we’re ready to go as soon as they are,” a Foggy Bottom spokesman said.

Israel / US / Politics / Elections

‘Reinforcements on the Way,’ Next Senate Leader Tells Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Republican-led legislature will "have our allies' back," vowed John Thune, who chided Democrats for "struggling" to support Israel.

Headline / US / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Biden Sanctions Amana Development Group in Final Assault on Israeli Settlers

By Max Gelber

Reports indicate that Biden may level further sanctions against Israeli individuals and organizations, including ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir.

Featured / US / Politics / Government / Left vs. Right / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Netanyahu Postpones Bill Forcing Banks to Serve Israelis Sanctioned by the US

By Max Gelber

Trump is expected to cancel sanctions imposed by the Biden administration on right-wing Israeli activists.

Syria / US / Iran / News Briefs

Treasury Slaps Sanctions on Syrian Company Funneling Hundreds of Millions to Iran

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Iran is increasingly relying on key business partners like the Al-Qatirji Company to fund its destabilizing activities and web of terrorist proxies across the region,” a Treasury official stated.

Middle East / Levant / US / Politics / News Briefs

Trump Nominates Jewish Businessman, Close Friend as Special Middle East Envoy

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Steven Witkoff will “will receive a warm welcome throughout the halls of power within the Middle East,” former ambassador David Friedman wrote.

US / Politics / Judea & Samaria / Sovereignty

Huckabee: Annexing Judea and Samaria ‘Of Course’ a Possibility

By David Isaac

Former Ark. Gov. Mike Huckabee, who boasts an impressive record of Israel support, called his appointment as an "extraordinary opportunity."

Headline / Israel / US / Politics

Trump Nominates Mike Huckabee as Next US Ambassador to Israel

By Jewish Press News Desk

"He loves Israel, and the people of Israel, and likewise, the people of Israel love him."

Israel / US / Politics / Elections / News Briefs

Netanyahu Point Man Ron Dermer Meets Trump at Mar-a-Lago

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Israel’s strategic affairs minister discussed with the US president-elect Jerusalem's plans in Lebanon and Gaza, Iran and Israeli-Saudi normalization.

Featured / IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / US / Gaza / Hamas / Left vs. Right / Boycott / BDS

US Bulldozer Shipments to Israel Stalled

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The delay in delivering 134 D9 bulldozers will likely delay completion of the Gaza buffer zone. extending the war even longer.

US / Antisemitism / Europe

Holland Investigating Whether It Missed Israeli Alerts Prior to Mob Assaults

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Dutch justice minister said that the inquiry will examine the motive of the attackers and whether the widespread violence was coordinated in advance.

US / Police and Crime / Iran

US Justice Department Charges Three Men in Iranian Plot to Assassinate Trump, Kill Jews

By Andrew Bernard

“The charges announced today expose Iran's continued brazen attempts to target U.S. citizens, including President-elect Donald Trump,” said FBI Director Christopher Wray.

US / Politics / Government / News Briefs

Yechiel Leiter Named Israeli Envoy in DC

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"Yechiel Leiter is a highly-capable diplomat, an eloquent speaker and possesses a deep understanding of American culture and politics," the Israeli prime minister said.

Featured / US / Politics / Elections / Left vs. Right

White House Preparing for Surge in Immigration Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration

By Max Gelber

There are close to 11 million people estimated to be in the US illegally.

Featured / US / Politics / Gaza / Elections

Gaza Arabs: ‘Trump Save Us, We Are Finished’

By Max Gelber

"We urge Trump to learn from Biden's mistakes," Senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri told Reuters.

IDF & Security / US

Israel Buys 25 F-15 Fighter Jets from Boeing for $5.2 Billion

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The new F-15IA aircraft will be equipped with cutting-edge weapon systems, including the integration of state of the art Israeli technologies.

US / Politics / Elections

Trump 2.0: Pompeo, Friedman Among Floated Appointees

By Ariel Kahana

The former president sees loyalty as a key criterion as he considers a mix of familiar faces and new allies for top positions.

NY / Police and Crime / Antisemitism / Chabad

‘Here We Go, Another One’: 13-Year-Old Chabad Boy Assaulted in Crown Heights

By Vita Fellig

“We should be able to send our boys off to school on their bikes without worrying,” the victim's mother told JNS.

Jewish / NY / Politics / Elections

NY Jews Voted Trump, Not So Much in the Rest of the Country

By Andrew Bernard

46% of NY Jews voted for Trump, but only 21% of U.S. Jews did so in the rest of the country.

Israel / US / Holidays & Observances / Diaspora

US Jews Increased by 134% Purchases of Israeli Judaica Since October 7

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.”

Featured / Israel / NY / Travel / Business and Economy

Israelis Seeking Cheaper Ways to Fly to NY

By Max Gelber

The cost of a plane ticket to the US on an El Al flight currently starts at close to $1,000 and the flights are packed

Featured / US / Politics / Elections

50 Orthodox Rabbis Endorse Trump

By Jewish Press News Desk

One day after the Harris campaign announced that 33 “Orthodox rabbis” had endorsed her candidacy, more than 50 Orthodox rabbis signed the following letter, firmly backing President Trump.

US / Politics / Gaza / Elections / Left vs. Right / Lebanon

‘As President, I Will Do Everything in My Power to End the War in Gaza,’ Harris Tells Michigan Voters

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The U.S. vice president said at a Michigan campaign event that it's been a hard year "given the scale of death and destruction in Gaza and given the civilian casualties and displacement in Lebanon."

Headline / Jewish / US / Politics / Elections / Left vs. Right

Jews, Arabs, Other Minorities to Decide Tuesday's Presidential Race

By Max Gelber

In Georgia, Jews and Arabs represent about 1% of the electorate each.

IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / US / Iran

US B-52 Stratofortress Bombers Arrive in Mideast Amid Mounting Iranian Threats

By Pesach Benson / TPS

The B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range strategic bomber with a range of around 14,200 km and is capable of carrying up to 32,000 kg (72,000 lbs.) of missiles and bombs.

US / Antisemitism / News Briefs / On Campus / Education

House Report: Schumer Reportedly Told Columbia to Ignore Campus Jew-Hatred Charges

By Izzy Salant

The Senate majority leader’s staff told administrators at the university to “keep their heads down,” Columbia’s then president wrote to fellow university leaders.

US / Government / Palestinian Authority

Biden Administration Calls for One-Year Israeli Extension of PA Banking Agreement

By Andrew Bernard

“Cutting off these banking ties would create significant economic turmoil in the West Bank, threatening the security of Israel and the broader region,” stated Antony Blinken and Janet Yellen.

NY / Police and Crime / Antisemitism / News Briefs

Jewish Victim of Slashing Attack Expected to Recover, NY Attorney General Says

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"We will not tolerate any attacks against our Jewish communities," Letitia James stated.

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

Biden Advisers Heading to Israel to Discuss Lebanon Deal

By Joshua Marks

Brett McGurk and Amos Hochstein are expected to present a ceasefire proposal to end the fighting with Hezbollah and return displaced residents to the north.

US / News Briefs

US Marines Complete First Live-Fire Test of Israel’s Iron Dome Defense System

By Pesach Benson / TPS

A central objective of the training was to evaluate the mobile launcher, specifically developed to meet the Marine Corps’ operational nee

Terrorism / Israel At War: Iron Swords / US / Politics / Hamas / Left vs. Right / Iran / News Briefs / Hezbollah

Israeli Envoy in NY: If US is Naive about Pro-Terror Groups, ‘It Will Harm Your Society, Not Just Ours’

By Rikki Zagelbaum

Ofir Akunis spoke with JNS after he was one of those who addressed more than 600 attendees at an Oct. 7 memorial in Manhattan.

US / Politics / Elections / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism

Jewish Republican Says She is Running Against ‘Hamas Squad Member’ in Hawaii State House

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Hawaii "anti-settler colonialism activists" have "adopted anti-Zionism-antisemitism, which, to them, is a logical progression,'" Corinne Solomon told JNS.

US / Global / Left vs. Right / Boycott / BDS / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Yesha Council Pushes for Gov’t Action Against ‘Settler Sanctions’

By David Isaac

The list of countries imposing sanctions—the United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Norway, Canada, Japan, France and others—has grown in recent months.

US / News Briefs / Jerusalem

US Gives $45.5 Million to 'East Jerusalem Hospitals Network'

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

In 2022, Biden refused to allow Israeli officials to join him on his visit to one of the hospitals in Jerusalem.

US / Police and Crime / News Briefs

Orthodox Jewish Chicago Man, 39, Shot en Route to Synagogue on Shabbat

By Menachem Wecker

Lonnie Nasatir, president of the Jewish United Fund, told JNS that the Chicago Police Department has been "nothing but very attentive."

US / Politics / Elections / Left vs. Right / Holocaust

Harris Owes Holocaust Victims an Apology for Comparing Trump to Hitler, Survivor Says

By Jewish Press News Desk

Jerry Wartski, 94, who survived Auschwitz said in a Trump add that "I know more about Hitler than Kamala will ever know in 1,000 lifetimes."

IDF & Security / US / Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah / United Nations (UN)

USAID Package Found in Hezbollah Weapons Cache

By David Isaac

"The U.S. must ensure that taxpayer funded aid is not distributed to US-designated terrorists, or their allies."

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

In Leaked Letter, US Officials Ask Israel to Make 15 Policy Changes in Gaza or Risk Arms Embargo

By Akiva Van Koningsveld

Failure to comply "may have implications for U.S. policy," U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reportedly wrote.

Israel At War: Iron Swords / US / Hamas

Sen. Cotton Fears $1b in US Aid Diverted to Hamas

By David Isaac

"In all likelihood, the Biden-Harris administration has prolonged the Gaza war and allowed aid to flow to Israel’s enemies," Sen. Tom Cotton said.

US / Politics / Elections

Harris Associates with Iranian Operative Who Lauds Hezbollah

By David Isaac

"What arguably constitutes the most problematic aspect of Imam Elahi's persona is his explicit and continuous support for Hezbollah."

US / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism / Boycott / BDS / On Campus / Education

Brown Votes Not to Divest from Israel, Leaves Door Open to Making Political Investment Statements

By Andrew Bernard

“Brown’s mission doesn’t encompass resolving or adjudicating global conflict,” stated the university’s president and the chancellor of its governing corporation.

IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / US / Iran

Pentagon Questions Assumption Israel Can’t Hit Iran’s Nuclear Sites Alone

By David Isaac

A U.S. defense official told Sky News Arabic on Monday that Israel's attack will be "greater than expected."

US / Iran / News Briefs / Lebanon / Hezbollah

Biden-Harris Announce Nearly $157 Million for ‘Populations Affected by Conflict in Lebanon’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"Why are we giving $157 million to a semi-failed state overrun by Iranian-backed terrorists? Let the ayatollahs fix their own mess," wrote Sen. Tom Cotton.

Israel / US / News Briefs

Half of Americans Support Israel’s Offensive Against Hezbollah and Hamas, But Divided on Military Aid

By Pesach Benson / TPS

Overall, 62% said they viewed US-Israel relations as important, 9% said they were not important.

Israel / US / Holidays & Observances

Texas to Mark Oct. 7 Anniversary with Moment of Silence, Lowered Flags

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Texas will always stand with the State of Israel and the Israeli people,” said Gov. Greg Abbott.

US / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism / Boycott / BDS / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Democratic Senators Demand Sanctions Against ‘Settlement’ Group

By David Isaac

Amana's violent settler activities include establishing communities, recruiting new families and building homes. It has been in the sights of activists opposed to Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria for some time.

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

Israel Announces $8.7 Billion US Military Aid Package

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“This substantial investment will significantly strengthen critical systems, such as Iron Dome and David’s Sling,” the Israeli Ministry of Defense stated.

US / Antisemitism

House Panel asks IRS to Revoke Tax-Exempt Status of Nine Nonprofits, Some with Terror Ties, It Says

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Tax-exempt status is a privilege, not a right, and in exchange, organizations must operate for stated exempt purposes,” stated Rep. Jason Smith, chair of the House Ways and Means Committee.

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

Senators: Biden Administration Delaying Bombs, Tractors, Helicopters to Israel

By Andrew Bernard

“It’s far past time to transfer to Israel the capabilities it needs to win,” senators Tom Cotton and Mitch McConnell wrote to President Joe Biden.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / US / Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah / United Nations (UN)

US, EU, Nine States Call for 21-Day Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire, Doesn’t Mention Hezbollah

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"Imagine releasing two statements calling for a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon as if the government of Lebanon has any agency and sovereignty,” wrote Jason Brodsky, of United Against Nuclear Iran.

US / Elections / Iran / News Briefs

Trump Campaign says Former President Briefed on ‘Real, Specific’ Iranian Threats to Kill Him

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"He will let nothing stop him or get in his way to fight for the American people and to make America great again," the campaign said.

Headline / US / Government / Palestinian Authority / Business and Economy / Judea & Samaria

US Treasury Deputy Raises Concerns Over Israeli ‘Threats’ Against PA Banks

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

On Aug. 21, Ramallah claimed its economy was at risk of collapsing within "days" after Israeli banks stopped accepting Palestinian Authority cash deposits.

IDF & Security / US / Left vs. Right / Lebanon / Israel At War: Operation Northern Arrows / Hezbollah

US Opposes Israeli Ground Invasion of Southern Lebanon

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“We obviously do not believe that a ground invasion of Lebanon is going to contribute to reducing tensions in the region, to preventing an escalatory spiral of violence."

US / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism / Islamists

CAIR, Which Blamed Israel for Being Attacked on Oct. 7, Calls for Lipstadt to be Fired for Beeper ‘Joke‘

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The U.S. envoy on fighting Jew-hatred said at the Israeli-American Council summit that the attack on Hezbollah beepers proves that Israel isn't weak.

Featured / Israel At War: Iron Swords / US / Politics / Left vs. Right / News Briefs / Media

Cartoon Showing Tlaib with Exploding Pager Sparks Controversy

By Canaan Lidor

Accused of fanning anti-Islam sentiment, the "National Review" drawing also drew attention to the alleged pro-terrorist actions of radical Democrats.

IDF & Security / Israel At War: Iron Swords / US / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism

Sanders’s Move to Block Israel Aid ‘Plays into Strategy’ of Iranian Proxies, says Jewish Group

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Mark Mellman, president and CEO of Democratic Majority for Israel, calls the senator’s proposed resolutions counterproductive and dangerous.

Haredim & Hassidim / NY / Elections / News Briefs

Trump to Visit Heavily Jewish NYC Neighborhood of Williamsburg

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The 2024 Republican nominee for the White House will reportedly schmooze and nosh at Gottlieb's kosher restaurant.

Headline / US / Police and Crime / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism

Dershowitz: ‘Serious Questions’ about Fairness of Newton’s Response to Shooting at Pro-Israel Rally

By David Swindle

The Boston-area city faces criticism for arresting the alleged shooter right away, but not the man who appeared to attack him before getting shot.

US / Boycott / BDS / Business and Economy

US Agency Targeting Israeli Brass Company for Political Reasons, CEO Says

By Mike Wagenheim - JNS

Finkelstein said that the case against his company was brought by the two dominant U.S. players in the sector, Mueller Industries and Wieland Copper Products, which account for about 85% of the market.

NY / Left vs. Right / News Briefs

NYC Museum Fires Three Employees for Wearing Keffiyehs

By David Isaac

The Noguchi Museum said that wearing a keffiyeh and other "such expressions can unintentionally alienate segments of our diverse visitorship."

US / News Briefs / Hezbollah

US Sanctions Hezbollah Oil-Smuggling Network

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Hezbollah continues to launch rockets into Israel and fuel regional instability, choosing to prioritize funding violence over taking care of the people it claims to care about,” per the U.S. treasury department.

US / Antisemitism / On Campus / Education

Study: One in Five Non-Jewish Collegians Don’t Want to Befriend 'Zionists'

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“The survey analysis shows how differently Jewish and non-Jewish students experienced the last year on campus and hints at what can be expected in the future,” said co-author Eitan Hersh.

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

Pentagon: ‘We Have Not Determined that Israel has Violated International Humanitarian Law’

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Iran has indicated that it intends to retaliate, so we will continue to take that threat seriously,” said Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder.

Israel / US / Antisemitism

Suspicious Object Thrown at Israeli Embassy in Washington

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Embassy staff and the building are unharmed,” said Tal Naim, the embassy spokesperson.

Headline / Terrorism / Israel At War: Iron Swords / US / Gaza / Hamas

US Announces Federal Terror Charges Against Hamas Leaders for Oct. 7

By Andrew Bernard

“The charges unsealed today are just one part of our effort to target every aspect of Hamas’s operations,” Merrick Garland said. “These actions will not be our last.”

NY / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism / News Briefs

Hamas, Hezbollah Flags Flown at NYC Anti-Israel March

By Joshua Marks

The White House condemned "any individual associating with the repugnant terrorist organization Hamas."

US / Left vs. Right / Antisemitism / Boycott / BDS / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

‘We’ve Had Enough of Words’: Yesha Council Demands Action Over US & Int'l Sanctions

By Shirit Avitan Cohen

Netanyahu has yet to appoint a promised project manager to tackle sanctions on Israelis in Judea and Samaria.

US / Boycott / BDS / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

US Sanctions Based on False Information, says Sanctioned Nonprofit Organization

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

Leftwing organizations have been feeding false information to a willing State Department.

NY / Police and Crime / Antisemitism / News Briefs

State Comptroller: 44% of New York Hate Crimes in 2023 Aimed at Jews

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

From 2018 through last year, hate crimes against Jews rose from 253 to 477, an increase of 89%.

US / Iran

Khamenei Signals Openness to ‘Engage with the [US] Enemy’ on Nuclear Talks

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"We will judge Iran's leadership by their actions, not their words," says U.S. State Dept.

US / Palestinian Authority

Veteran Diplomat Hans Wechsel is New US Chief of Palestinian Affairs

By Mike Wagenheim - JNS

“Advancing U.S. support for the Palestinian people will be critically important in the months and years ahead,” the diplomat said.

US / The Temple Mount

US Condemns Ben-Gvir’s Call for Synagogue on Israel's Temple Mount

By Andrew Bernard

The US doesn't believe Jews should have the right or freedom to pray in their holiest site.

US / Antisemitism / News Briefs / Boycott / BDS / Business and Economy / Judea & Samaria

MSCI Under Investigation for Allegedly Penalizing Israeli Banks that Operate in Judea, Samaria

By Mike Wagenheim - JNS

“This is BDS. No doubt about it,” Richard Goldberg, of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, told JNS.

US / Iran

Movement of US Naval Ships in Mideast Has ‘Gotten Into Headspace of Iran,’ Pentagon Says

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

"That sends a very powerful message of deterrence, and it also sends a message that we will stand with Israel should we need to come to their defense," a U.S. Defense Department spokeswoman said.

US / Politics / News Briefs / Media

PBS Anchor Apologizes for Unverified Remarks about Trump, Netanyahu

By Miri Weissman

Judy Woodruff retracts on-air comments about former U.S. president's alleged involvement in ceasefire talks.

US / Left vs. Right / Iran / News Briefs

Biden-Harris Admin Waives Sanctions on State-Run Iranian Media

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The move drew criticism from Republicans on Capitol Hill, with Sen. Ted Cruz saying it was an example of the White House's appeasement policy toward Tehran.

US / Elections / Islamists

Harris Campaign’s New Adviser to Muslims Draws Criticism from Pro-Israel Leaders

By David Swindle

Nasrina Bargzie co-wrote in a 2015 article that civil rights complaints have led to “a chilling effect on university campuses discouraging robust discussion about Israel, Palestine and U.S. policy.”

US / The Courts / Antisemitism / News Briefs

Jewish Man Sues Intel, Alleging Antisemitic Retaliation

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The unnamed plaintiff, who is a former Israeli soldier, says the chip manufacturer fired him after he reported a supervisor’s Jew-hatred.

IDF & Security / US

Biden Admin Approves up to $20.3 Billion in Arms Sales to Israel, Including 50 Upgraded F-15s

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The Pentagon notified Congress of the approval, which the legislature could block, with the jets potentially beginning to arrive in Israel in 2029.

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