Israeli Scholar, 71, Killed in Lebanon
IDF Maj. (res.) Ze'ev Erlich was a renowned scholar of the Land of Israel.
Hamas-Held Hostage Idan Shtivi No Longer Among the Living
Shtivi's death was determined by a panel of medical experts together with the Israel Police and the Ministry of Religious Affairs, based on new intelligence.
Renowned Cantor Naftali Hershtik Dies at 77
Nearly every sitting Israeli prime minister listened to his glorious interpretation of the prayers at the Great Synagogue of Jerusalem, where he served for 30 years as Chief Cantor.
Quiet Israeli Diplomat Joseph Ciechanover Passes Away at 90
Ciechanover spent more time discussing Israel’s security with the Lubavitcher Rebbe than anyone else.
WATCH: ‘Always Confident In Himself’: Thousands Pay Last Respects to Hersh Goldberg-Polin
Thousands of Israelis gathered in Jerusalem on Monday to pay their final respects to Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who became one of the best-known of the hostages held by Hamas.
Philanthropist Cherna Moskowitz, ‘Extraordinary Zionist,’ Dies at 93
She and her husband, Dr. Irving I. Moskowitz, donated generously and widely to Jewish and humanitarian causes worldwide, especially in Israel.
Thousands Attend Funeral of Lone Soldier Who Died of Allergy Attack
The American-born infantryman spent more than 200 days fighting in the Gaza Strip during the current war against Hamas.
Global Icon Dr. Ruth Westheimer, 96, Passes Away
Dr. Ruth Westheimer was followed and loved by millions around the world.
Be’er Sheva Chief Rabbi Yehuda Deri, 66, Passes Away
Rabbi Deri was the oldest brother of Shas party leader Arye Deri. Born in Morocco, he made aliya with his family at age 10.
A Great Lover of Israel
Dedicated to the Jewish People and the State of Israel. May his life be an inspiration and his memory be for a blessing
Mother of Freed Israeli Hostage Noa Argamani Passes Away
Liora spent her last days with her daughter Noa.
Rabbi Moshe Kotlarsky Who Oversaw Thousands of Chabad Institutes Dead at 75
Rabbi Kotlarsky’s passing is a profound loss for the Chabad-Lubavitch community and the entire Jewish world.
United Hatzalah Mourns the Death of Its Volunteer EMT, Hamas Hostage Dolev Yehoud
The entire United Hatzalah family bows its head in sorrow and grief upon receiving the bitter news that our dedicated volunteer EMT, Dolev Yehoud...
Gershon Elinson, Gush Etzion’s Legendary Photographer, 75
Elinson photographed the history of Gush Etzion and Israel for 45 years.
Former US Senator Joe Lieberman Dies at 82
Lieberman was chosen by then-Vice President Al Gore to be his running mate in the 2000 presidential election, becoming the first Jewish candidate to do so.
Captain Daniel Perez Declared Fallen in Battle
Daniel Perez is the son of Rabbi Doron Perez of Mizrazchi.
Prince of Depression Comedy Richard Lewis Dead at 76
“I was the baby of the family, and I'm still convinced I was a mistake.”
Rabanit Sara Druckman, Widow of Rabbi Haim Druckman, zt’l, Passes Away
"The Bnei Akiva movement bows its head and mourns the passing of Rabanit Dr. Sara Druckman, who was a faithful partner in leading the movement."
Brooklyn’s Former Borough President Howard Golden Dead at 98
"He had an extraordinary life. He really fought for the borough and the city he loved."
Five Israeli Soldiers Fall in Gaza
Four of the five soldiers were killed in action in southern Gaza; the fifth died in northern Gaza.
The Farewell Letter to His Family Written by IDF Sgt-Maj (res) Ben Zussman, z’l
"If you are reading this, something has probably happened to me . . . I am grateful for the privilege to defend our beautiful land and the people of Israel."
2 IDF Reservists Fall in Battle, Including Son of War Cabinet Minister Gadi Eisenkot
IDF reservist Master Sergeant Gal Meir Eisenkot fell in battle in northern Gaza after a booby-trapped Hamas tunnel shaft exploded as he approached. IDF reservists Yonatan Deitch fell in battle in southern Gaza.
Family of Israeli Hostage Ofir Tzarfati Informed He is Dead
No details were revealed about how his death was confirmed.
Henry Kissinger Dead at 100, Was Among Most Influential Jews of the 20th Century
In his later years, he was unable to travel to several countries for fear of being prosecuted for war crimes.
3rd Classmate from Efrat/Gush Etzion High School Killed in Gaza Fighting
Eitan’s death is the third of his class from the Neve Shmuel Yeshiva High School in Efrat
Fourth Hostage Body Retrieved by IDF, Identified as Shani Gabai, HY’M
A recent law graduate, Shani Gabay was working at the Nova music festival when Hamas terrorists invaded southern Israel and began its killing spree.
Israeli Killed in Lebanese Rocket Attack Identified
Fourteen other Israeli civilians were injured in the attack. Hezbollah claimed responsibility for firing a guided anti-tank missile at the repair crew.
First Black Man, Jewish Convert to Sail Globe Solo South of Chile, 87
U.S. Navy veteran Bill Pinkney said he should have flown a flag with a “big yellow Star of David” while sailing past Robben Island, weeks after Nelson Mandela’s release.
Shai Ish-Shalom, Entebbe Veteran, 68
In 2012, JewishPress.com interviewed Shai where he told us about his amazing life.
Liverpool Chabad Rabbi Pays Tribute to Elderly Jewish Couple Who Perished in a Flood
"They were due to celebrate their 54th wedding anniversary next week and our only comfort is knowing that they were together to the very end."
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