Australian broadcaster criticized for pushing Israel conspiracy theory in coverage of Beirut blast 'Such false charges should have never been given a platform on a mainstream current affairs show, and should have been rejected and refuted immediately,' says Jewish leader. August 7, 2020
US Jewish groups react to choice of Elliott Abrams as new special representative to Iran President of American Jewish Congress says Abrams 'will have little time to settle in,' citing upcoming deadline to extend UN arms embargo on Iran. August 7, 2020
One of Judaism’s great commentators, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz, dies at age 83 He wrote as many as 60 books on an array of topics, including commentaries on the Talmud, the Torah, Jewish mysticism, Chassidism and Jewish philosophy. August 7, 2020
Pompeo: US to present UN resolution to extend arms embargo on Iran Russians already stated intention of resuming trade of arms to Islamic regime. August 6, 2020
Full scope of Beirut disaster ‘still not understood,’ states former Israeli intelligence chief 'This is a terrible, terrible disaster. The big question is how many people are missing. The numbers are between 1,000 to 4,000,' says Amos Yadlin. August 6, 2020
Opinion: Why Jews should step back from Black Lives Matter Kids are dying. Why are we enabling forces that contribute to the slaughter? August 6, 2020
IfNotNow endorses Omar for re-election to Minnesota seat 'As American Jews, we’re proud to support Representative @IlhanMN in her re-election campaign,' tweeted the group that supports BDS. August 5, 2020
Opinion: Look who’s calling whom ‘unXeptable’ – Israeli expats protest against Netanyahu With all their verbiage, the one question that the protesters are not able to answer is how Netanyahu is harming Israeli democracy. That’s because he isn’t. August 5, 2020
Opinion: Israel needs to stop distinguishing between Hezbollah and Lebanon It’s time for Israel to do away with the artificial distinction between the Iranian-backed Shi’ite terrorist group and the country harboring it. August 5, 2020
FLASHBACK: Hassan Nasrallah threatens chemical facilities at Haifa port In 2017, Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah – speaking from Lebanon, which suffered a deadly blast Tuesday evening - threatened Israelis with an explosion that he said would be the equivalent of five nuclear bomb... August 5, 2020
Canadian union gives ‘BDS of the Year’ award to anti-Israel Jewish group 'We’re thrilled and honoured to learn that IJV has won the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 1281 BDS Award for 2020!' Independent Jewish Voices stated. August 5, 2020
Omar, seeking 2nd term, targeted for being ‘celebrity’ 'She has been ineffective in Washington because she is divisive, and she’s focused on her celebrity,”'opponent Melton-Meaux said. August 3, 2020
Islamic State attack on Afghan prison, killing 21, rages on Police believe several terrorists slipped away into a nearby residential complex, making it more difficult to flush them out, authorities said. August 3, 2020
Pelosi funnels $14,000 to Ilhan Omar campaign amid expensive primary fight Pelosi looks to bail out freshman who once attacked her leadership. August 3, 2020
Analysis: Netanyahu’s five-point battleground to stay in power A look at the simultaneous fronts Netanyahu is fighting both to remain prime minister and strengthen Israel against unforeseen challenges and known enemies. August 2, 2020
Melanie Phillips: The progressive world – an antechamber to evil The passivity that greeted British rapper Wiley’s brazen Jew-hatred has shocked many Jews into concluding that a line has now been crossed. August 2, 2020
US deputy anti-Semitism envoy slams Twitter for double standard on Khamenei and Trump Khamenei’s 'vitriol goes back to 2014 when he laid out a nine-step plan for eliminating Israel,' said Ellie Cohanim. August 2, 2020
WATCH: Right-wing Israeli anarchists attack journalists at Jerusalem protest A far-right Israeli group, known as La Familia, rioted in Jerusalem against left-wing nightly protesters who demand Prime Minister Netanyahu's resignation. The extremist group attacked journalists and camera... July 31, 2020
Trump floats election delay, rejected by Democrats and Republicans 'It's common sense,' Trump said, explaining he fears voter fraud via mail-in ballots. 'I don't want to see a rigged election.' July 31, 2020
Facing survivor, Yom Kippur synagogue shooter in Germany shows no remorse in court American survivor of Halle synagogue attack confronts neo-Nazi gunman in German courtroom. July 30, 2020
With Beinart Podcast, New York Times Pushes Zionism-Is-Racism Lie The Times podcast is called The Argument, but in this case there is no argument, as all three people on the program are more or less on Beinart’s side and against the side of Israeli Jews. July 30, 2020
UN names first-ever anti-Semitism monitor Miguel Morantinos, a former Spanish Foreign Affairs minister, will be responsible for enhancing a system-wide response to bias. July 30, 2020
WATCH: ‘Since when is it OK to try and burn down a federal court?’ asks AG Barr Federal courts are under attack, and the U.S. Marshals have a duty to stop that - which is what they’re doing in Portland, Oregon, says AG Barr. July 29, 2020
Heroic guard thwarts massacre at Ukrainian synagogue Heroic security guard prevents ax-wielding assailant from attacking Ukrainian synagogue during morning prayers. July 29, 2020
Archaeologists uncover 1,300-year-old church in northern Israel A 1,300-year old church, apparently part of a monastery, was uncovered in the village of Kfar Kama, near Mount Tabor. July 28, 2020
WATCH: Cloud surfing in Israel’s Big Crater Videographers Carmi & Yarmi photographed an amazing phenomenon of nature this week – cloud surfing in the Big Crater in the Negev desert. July 28, 2020
New York police seeking suspects in ‘anti-Semitic grand larceny’ cases Video of suspects show one of them holding the type of black hat worn by orthodox Jews. July 28, 2020
WATCH: The heavy mental toll of living under threat of terror Psychologist Dr. Kamila Forkosh Lavan discusses the emotional impact on Israelis who serve in the IDF and live under constant threat of war and terrorism. July 28, 2020
Oakland protesters set fire to courthouse, smash windows Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf had warned in a statement that the vandalism could be used by Trump to justify sending federal agents to the city. July 27, 2020
WATCH: China takes control of of US consulate in Chengdu Going forward, the prospects for reconciliation look dim, even if the U.S. elects a new administration in November. July 27, 2020
Israel’s gas rigs are high-priority targets for Hezbollah, warns top Israeli Navy commander Brig. Gen. Gil Aginsky, outgoing head of the Israeli Navy’s Haifa base, describes the Mediterranean as an immense “blue tunnel” that can't be blown up. July 27, 2020
WATCH: Jews and allies ban Twitter, Instagram for 48 hours, protesting anti-Semitism #NoSafeSpaceForJewHate: Jews and their allies will stage a 48-hour from Twitter and Instagram, starting 9 a.m. on Monday, protesting tolerance of anti-Semitism. July 26, 2020
‘Whitening’ creams undergo a makeover but colorism persists It’s the latest in a series of changes as companies rethink their policies amid Black Lives Matter protests, which have spread around the world and reignited conversations about race. July 26, 2020
What does Iran’s pivot to China mean for Israel? Tehran and Beijing have been reported to be planning broad economic and security deals that could pave the way for China’s multibillion-dollar investment in Iran’s energy and military sectors. July 26, 2020
Analysis: Israel and the perverse paradox of Jewish ‘liberals’ Israel should be a source of pride for all Jews—but particularly for Jews who espouse liberal values of tolerance and pluralism, of individual liberty and human advancement. July 26, 2020
WATCH: Texas congressman wants Democratic party banned over racism Gohmert calls on Congress to ban any political organization or party that has ever held a public position supporting slavery or the Confederacy, citing the history of the Democratic party. July 24, 2020
China tells US to close consulate in Chengdu in growing spat The move was in response to the Trump administration's order this week for Beijing to close its consulate in Houston. July 24, 2020
Omar’s challenger Antone Melton-Meaux: Progressive and pro-Israel not mutually exclusive Melton-Meaux said, 'to the extent that I can be a useful partner on the issue of U.S.-Israel [relations] or how we communicate with each other in a supportive, thoughtful way, I am proud to be a part of that.' July 24, 2020
Danon: World gradually changing its perspective toward Israel 'At the United Nations, you have hostility towards Israel. There is a double standard, but you can create change,' Danon says. July 23, 2020
Opinion: IDF officers fly flag of left-wing It would be naive to think the guild of the 'has-beens' just wants to do some housecleaning, affirm their integrity, and expunge corruption. July 23, 2020
China launches ambitious attempt to land rover on Mars National security concerns led the U.S. to curb cooperation between NASA and China’s space program. July 23, 2020
WATCH: NASA rovers capture new footage from Mars in 4K resolution A world first: This video shows new footage captured by NASA from Mars, rendered in stunning 4K resolution. July 23, 2020
MLB allows Black Lives Matter, social justice jersey patches Washington Nationals pitcher Sean Doolittle says his team is considering whether to take a knee in support. July 23, 2020
‘Squad’ member Tlaib may be vulnerable in tough primary The only other member of the squad still facing a primary challenge is Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar, whose top challenger raised millions more than the incumbent congresswoman last quarter. July 23, 2020
Verdict due in trial of 93-year-old German Nazi in juvenile court Because he was only 17, and later 18, at the time of his alleged crimes, Dey’s case is being heard in juvenile court. July 23, 2020
The China-Iran deal: A trial balloon with a clear message Hobbled by harsh US sanctions and a global economic downturn, Iran has discovered a new weapon: hot air in the form of a cooperation deal with China. July 23, 2020
US orders China’s Houston consulate closed, citing espionage Beijing denounced the order Wednesday as 'outrageous' and said it would draw a firm response if not reversed. July 23, 2020
WATCH: Murdered cop’s daughter vilified on social media for saying she’ll miss him The teenage daughter of a Texas policeman who was murdered on duty has been receiving vile comments on social media after mourning his loss. July 23, 2020
Jonathan Tobin: Don’t accept the myth of ‘Jewish privilege’ In 2020, Jews are no longer a weak, powerless people at the mercy of others, ripe for persecution. Hatemongers should be answered with the truth, but not by a mindset in which Jews compete for sympathy. July 22, 2020
Palestinian foreign minister claims the Jews control Apple and Google 'It is obvious who owns them, and the Israeli-Jewish influence on them is also obvious,' Maliki asserted. July 22, 2020
Elizabeth Warren’s New Role: Key Joe Biden Policy Adviser Ironically, a clash with then-Sen. Biden during a 2005 congressional hearing over a bankruptcy law was the first time many Americans laid eyes on Warren. July 22, 2020
Trump says virus in US will ‘get worse before it gets better’ Swaths of the country are now battling rising infections and growing deaths, and some states are once again having to close businesses and rethink school in the fall. July 22, 2020
Yom Kippur synagogue shooter goes on trial in Germany The head of the Central Council of Jews in Germany, Joseph Schuster, called the attack 'one of the worst anti-Semitic incidents of the last years in Germany.' July 21, 2020
American Jewish Committee appoints Christian to tackle anti-Semitism in US 'It should be obvious that white Christians should not be leading Jewish organization’s advocacy against anti-Semitism,' tweeted anti-Israel group IfNotNow. July 21, 2020
Virginia urges slavery lessons for kindergarteners Parents, educators take issue with the new curriculum. July 21, 2020
Madonna latest celebrity to promote Farrakhan speech, gets 700,000 views Her promotion of Farrakhan is especially surprising, considering that other celebrities have been widely condemned for doing so and most have since apologized. July 21, 2020
Caroline Glick: China-Iran strategic accord changes calculus for Israel Now that China has chosen to stand with Iran, Israel must recognize the implications and act accordingly. July 20, 2020
Likud MK: Mass protests are corona incubators Miki Zohar, who heads Netanyahu’s Likud faction of the Knesset, rails against the health hazard posed by the demonstrations in view of renewed coronavirus restrictions. July 20, 2020
Opinion: Pelosi endorses Omar, giving anti-Semitism a pass The House speaker had an easy opportunity to take a stand against anti-Semitism by endorsing Antone Melton-Meaux for Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District, but she failed to do so. July 20, 2020
Israeli super cyber-spy, name unknown, gets lifetime achievement award Legendary anonymous Israeli cyber-spy, described as ‘phenomenon in the cyber field,’ to receive lifetime achievement award. July 20, 2020
