‘Genuine wind of change’: New diaspora minister halts funding to leftist NGO Amichai Chikli hits the ground running, orders immediate halt to predecessor’s multi-million-shekel contribution to pro-Palestinian NGO. January 3, 2023
Should Zelensky get away with using a UN vote to blackmail Israel? The Ukrainian president bartered opposition to an antisemitic resolution to pressure Netanyahu to join the war against Russia. The prime minister was right to say 'no.' January 3, 2023
WATCH: New minister calls Judea and Samaria ‘our Tuscany’ The new Minister of Tourism Haim Katz entered office with a burst of energy, promising to develop new sites in the country including in Judea and Samaria. January 3, 2023
WATCH: What does Lula’s presidency mean for Brazil’s relationship with Israel? Monday was returning Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s first day in office, having defeated his predecessor, Jair Bolsonaro. What does this mean for Israel? January 3, 2023
WATCH: Israeli military clarifies rules of engagement The IDF's Central Command has clarified the rules of engagement when soldiers are facing rock-throwing terrorists. January 3, 2023
Netanyahu planning visit to the United Arab Emirates Netanyahu was prime minister in Sept. 2020 when Israel normalized relations with Abu Dhabi as part of the Abraham Accords. January 2, 2023
WATCH: Netanyahu got ‘greenlight’ from Putin for attack on Syria Former senior IDF intelligence officer i24NEWS that PM Netanyahu apparently got the greenlight from Russian President Putin to strike the Damascus Airport. January 2, 2023
WATCH: Netanyahu visits Western Wall; vows to guard Jerusalem, ‘legacy of generations’ 'For Zion’s sake I will not keep silent, for Jerusalem’s sake I will not remain quiet' (Isaiah 62:1) January 2, 2023
Ben-Gvir announces visit to Temple Mount, Lapid warns of violence Hamas, Jordan - and Yair Lapid - warned of extreme violence if the new minister keeps his word and visits the site. January 1, 2023
Convert to Islam attacks police officers at Times Square on New Year’s Eve A man wielding a machete attacked three police officers, two in the head, during New Year's Eve celebrations in New York City. January 1, 2023
WATCH: Saudis pleased that Netanyahu is prime minister 'The Saudis and most of the other nations in the region are definitely pleased' that Benjamin Netanyahu has taken over the premiership. January 1, 2023
Will Israel’s right-wing government keep anti-Zionist MK as deputy speaker? New row pits Likud and ultra-Orthodox parties against Religious Zionism and Otzma Yehudit. January 1, 2023
Netanyahu’s surprising pick for national security adviser is ominous message to Iran – analysis 'If there is no agreement by the end of the year, Israel should attack Iran,' Hanegbi said in October. January 1, 2023
Israeli lawmaker defies UN: As of now, ‘occupation’ is permanent 'I didn’t expect anyone at the UN to lift a finger to help the State of Israel,' says Otzma Yehudit MK. January 1, 2023
WATCH: Terrorists simulate kidnapping IDF soldier in Gaza military drill The drill, which took place on December 28, involved a simulated attack on an Israeli military base that concludes in the kidnapping of an IDF soldier. January 1, 2023
WATCH: Israel’s new defense minister faces challenges ahead i24NEWS Defense Correspondent Jonathan Regev looks at the challenges shaping up for Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. January 1, 2023
WATCH: Protests outside Knesset as Netanyahu’s coalition is sworn in The protesters have only one thing in common - opposing the Netanyahu government - but not enough in common to have a majority and replace him. December 30, 2022
The anti-Bibi resistance is playing with fire – analysis A false narrative about the new government’s extremism, spread by both Lapid and left-wing rabbis, will aid the cause of anti-Zionists, not just Netanyahu’s critics. December 29, 2022
WATCH: Teen terrorist ‘wanted to die as a martyr,’ his mother says Mother of terrorist Diya Al-Rimawi says he 'wanted to die as a Martyr. He constantly thought about Martyrdom.' December 29, 2022
‘Media has vilified me,’ Smotrich says, vowing to bring Israel closer to ‘liberal American model’ 'Contrary to some American reporting, we seek to protect all citizens from coercion that would violate their conscience—nothing more.' December 28, 2022
Florida private school tied to rabid antisemitism gets taxpayer-funded vouchers Speaking at the mosque/school, Imam Fadi Kablawi has called Jews 'the lowest of the lowest.' December 28, 2022
Gantz talks security with PA leader Abbas on eve of expected exit Prime Minister-designate Benjamin Netanyahu has appointed his Likud party's Yoav Galant as defense minister in the incoming government, replacing Gantz. December 28, 2022
Israeli gov’t policy includes settlement of Judea and Samaria 'The Jewish people has an exclusive and inalienable right to all parts of the Land of Israel,' the document reads. December 28, 2022
ISRAELI INNOVATION: Will drone deliveries become the new norm? An interesting series of events by the Israel Innovation Authority brings Israel's leading entrepreneurs and innovators to local bars to provide their insights into Israel’s thriving startup ecosystem. December 28, 2022
Abbas’ likely successor calls him a ‘son of 66 whores’ in leaked audio Mahmoud Abbas is the 'son of 66 whores, 'not right in the head,' says PLO Secretary General Hussein al-Sheikh. December 28, 2022
WATCH: 100 protesters facing execution in Iran An Oslo-based rights group says 100 anti-government protesters are facing the death penalty, calling on the international community to put more pressure on the Tehran regime. December 28, 2022
Pandemic’s end: Israel to downgrade Covid to flu status Those with the virus will no longer need to enter isolation, and responsibility for testing will be transferred from the IDF to the civilian health services. December 28, 2022
WATCH: Why are Israelis so good at cyber security? The innovation of the 'young kids' in the IDF’s Unit 8200 has “'aved the country.' December 28, 2022
Battle of the Titans v. the real problem of missionaries in Israel This conflict is actually about missionizing and missionaries in Israel, not recriminating assertions by public figures against each other. December 28, 2022
‘Petty, miserly’? Following outrage, Google corrects antisemitic definition of ‘Jew’ A search for the definition of 'Jew' on Google showed shockingly antisemitic results on Tuesday. December 27, 2022
WATCH: Israeli envoy presents credentials to Erdogan – why is Turkey normalizing ties? In interview with i24NEWS, analyst Ömer Özkizilcik breaks down why Erdogan decided to renormalize relations with Israel. December 27, 2022
Knesset passes controversial Deri, Smotrich laws, legislative blitz continues Passage of these laws were preconditions for the parties to finalize their coalition agreements with Netanyahu. December 27, 2022
WATCH: Terrorists frighten American Jewish children sightseeing in Jericho Palestinian rock-throwers aimed at a bus of Jewish tourists in Jericho, frightening children on the bus who were visiting from Boston. December 27, 2022
WATCH: At least 28 dead in Buffalo snowstorm and it’s not over yet A severe winter storm in Buffalo, New York, continues to bury residents throughout the day Tuesday. Local authorities fear the death toll will continue to rise. December 27, 2022
Orthodox rabbis blast ‘anti-Jewish hypocrisy’ of Reform, Conservative rabbis for banning religious MKs 'Israel has not, contrary to their claims, disenfranchised them. Rather, it is they who seek to disenfranchise Israel.' December 26, 2022
‘HOW STUPID’: Americans Against Antisemitism wants Whoopi out ‘Th’ View' is her enabler and they along with ABC must be called out for giving Whoopi a platform, says Dov Hikind of Americans Against Antisemitism. December 26, 2022
EU document proves Europeans are helping Palestinians take over Israeli land The EU's drive to help the Palestinian Authority take over Area C is "a violation of international law and treaty,” says Naomi Kahn of the Regavim NGO. December 26, 2022
Palestinian rock-throwers aim at Jewish tourists in Jericho, forcing them out of the city Blocked by traffic, including a PA ambulance that appeared to be going nowhere, the visitors lay on the floor of the bus to avoid being hit by heavy boulders. December 26, 2022
FAKE NEWS OR REAL? Kanye’s new fashion line rumored to feature ‘in your face’ swastikas Despite a lack of reliable sources, rumors about the antisemitic designer's lineup for the coming year are going viral on social media. December 26, 2022
Jesus the Palestinian martyr and his 72 dark-eyed virgins The definition of Jesus as a terrorist enjoying his virgins is not a fringe idea, but rather one expressed by the highest order in the PA. December 26, 2022
WATCH: ‘Saying Merry Christmas worse than congratulating a person for murder’ Australian Salafi scholar Wissam "Abu Ousayd" Haddad told his audience that saying "Merry Christmas" is "more severe and hated by Allah" than congratulating someone for murder. December 26, 2022
WATCH: Abbas praises terrorist responsible for murder of 7 Israelis Fox News reports that the Democrats aNasser Abu Hmeid, a commander of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades (Fatah's military wing) in Ramallah, was responsible for the murder of seven Israelis.re pushing to ram through a 'monster spending bill,' including $3.6 million for the Michelle Obama Hiking Trail. December 25, 2022
Non-Orthodox US rabbis will block senior Israeli gov’t ministers from speaking Hundreds of non-Orthodox American rabbis have pledged to block 'extremist' ministers from addressing their communities, JTA reports. December 23, 2022
Terror in Central Israel: Arab attacks police with car, gunshots and explosives A resident of the Arab-Israeli city of Kafr Qasim, within the pre-1967 borders, carried out a premediated attack on police. He was shot and killed. Family denies it was terror. December 23, 2022
CHANUKAH IN UKRAINE: Modern-day story of Maccabees? Neta Bar, Foreign Affairs editor for Israel Hayom, discusses the situation in Ukraine, including for the Jewish community, and how it could be compared to the Chanukah story. December 23, 2022
What are the next steps before Netanyahu’s government is sworn in? Netanyahu's Likud party needs to finalize coalition agreements with its right-wing partners before the January 2nd deadline. December 22, 2022
Putin congratulates Netanyahu on election win, discusses Ukraine war Netanyahu stressed his determination to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons or reinforcing its presence in Lebanon and Syria. December 22, 2022
Terrorist killed during attack on IDF soldiers at Joseph’s Tomb The terrorists threw bombs and shot at troops securing worshippers at the holy site, the IDF said. December 22, 2022
WATCH: Former IDF officers slam EU plan to establish PA control over Judea, Samaria Former IDF officers slam the EU after leaked document reveals program to establish Palestinian control in the Israeli-controlled Area C of Judea and Samaria. December 22, 2022
Zelensky’s plea to Americans: ‘Your money is not charity’ Zelensky called the tens of billions of dollars in U.S. military and economic assistance provided over the past year vital to Ukraine's efforts to beat back Russia and appealed for even more. December 22, 2022
‘I have succeeded’: Netanyahu announces he has formed a government At the 11th hour, Netanyahu told President Isaac Herzog: 'I have succeeded in forming a government.' December 22, 2022
British PM ‘looks forward’ to celebrating Israel’s 75th Independence Day – in Israel Sunak first announced his intention to visit the Jewish state on Yom Ha'Atzmaut during an address he gave last week at a Conservative Friends of Israel event. December 21, 2022
WATCH: Israel considers bill to allow families of fallen soldiers to use their sperm One couple's fight to use the sperm of their deceased son, in order to continue his legacy, is set to change policy in Israel. December 21, 2022
WATCH: Israeli diplomatic mission in Qatar celebrates Chanukah Rabbi Eli Chitrik, Representative of the Alliance of Rabbis in Islamic States, says the Jews currently in Qatar are very comfortable and he sees the possibility of the community growing there. December 21, 2022
HAMAS: ‘Army of Jerusalem’ will liberate Palestinian lands but won’t stop there – who’s next? Senior Hamas official Mahmoud Al-Zahar said that after the “Battle of the Promise of the Hereafter,” there will be no oppression, no Zionism, and no “treacherous Christianity.” December 21, 2022
‘We will find you:’ Russians hunt down Ukrainians on lists The lists are part of growing evidence that shows much of the violence in Ukraine was planned rather than random. December 21, 2022
Biden taps Qatar shill to lead effort to counter foreign propaganda James Rubin also lobbied for Zimbabwe and a Turkish state bank linked to Iran. December 21, 2022
Musk says he’ll be Twitter CEO until a replacement is found He acknowledged how difficult it will be to find someone to take over as Twitter CEO. December 21, 2022
Zelensky to meet Biden, address Congress as war rages on The U.S. was also set to announce that it will send a major package of $1.8 billion in military aid to Ukraine that will for the first time include a Patriot missile battery and precision guided bombs for its fighter jets. December 21, 2022
‘DISAPPOINTED’: UN yielding to Russian threats on Iranian drones, Washington says The U.S. and its allies clashed with Iran and Russia over claims that Tehran is supplying Moscow with drones that are being used to attack Ukraine. December 21, 2022
