3 of the top 5 NCAA men’s basketball teams are coached by Jews March Madness should be fun for Jewish fans — and coaches — this year! January 19, 2025
Report: Trump mulling temporarily moving some Gazans to Indonesia Trump's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff reportedly planning regular trips to Gaza and Israel to keep the pressure on both sides to implement the newly-signed ceasefire deal. January 19, 2025
Biden commutes 2,500 sentences, shattering single-day record days before leaving office The outgoing president also received heavy criticism for his sweeping pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, after repeatedly promising not to do so. January 19, 2025
Trump and top aide challenge Netanyahu’s claim ceasefire will be temporary Ceasefire deal 'better hold,' says Trump calling for an 'end' to Gaza war, as his incoming national security adviser vows to hostage families that US will ensure all three phases of ceasefire deal are implemented. January 19, 2025
Iran, Russia sign strategic cooperation treaty, deepen defense ties with 20-year pact Pezeshkian, on his first Kremlin visit since winning the presidency last July, hailed the treaty as an important new chapter in bilateral relations, while Putin said Moscow and Tehran shared many views on international affairs. January 18, 2025
Defense Secretary hid hospitalization while on medication that can affect brain function, Pentagon watchdog say While Austin transferred authority of some of his duties to deputy Kathleen Hicks on January 2, Hicks did not learn Austin was hospitalized until two days later. January 16, 2025
Jewish Voice for Peace committed fraud to obtain six-figure COVID relief loan, DOJ says JVP, according to federal prosecutors, applied for and received a second-draw loan and loan forgiveness under the Paycheck Protection Program, which was not open to groups primarily engaged in political advocacy. January 16, 2025
‘End of Gaza genocide’ welcomed by the Squad Squad members Ilhan Omar and Ayana Pressley welcome ceasefire, blame Israel for humanitarian crisis in Gaza. January 16, 2025
UN secretary-general calls antisemitic UN official Francesca Albanese ‘a horrible person’ Albanese has blamed the Jewish state for Hamas's Oct. 7 attack and compared Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Adolf Hitler. January 15, 2025
Argentina’s president wins ‘Jewish Nobel Prize’ President Javier Milei, known for his staunch support of Israel, becomes the first head of state ever to win the Genesis Prize. January 15, 2025
Yeshiva University president, controversial imam to give Trump inaugural benedictions 'It is a profound privilege to offer a prayer of unity and hope on behalf of Yeshiva University and for all Americans at this historic moment,' said Rabbi Berman. January 15, 2025
Days before leaving office, Biden extends sanctions on Israeli settlers With less than a week left in office, Biden signs order extending sanctions against a list of Israeli Jews living in Judea and Samaria, accusing them of 'extremism' that threatens American foreign policy and the two-state solution. January 15, 2025
Ahead of inauguration, Trump gets high marks from Israeli Jews Two-thirds of Israeli Jews are pleased Trump will be taking office next week, with moderately high levels of confidence that he will properly handle key issues, including Iran, the Israeli-Arab conflict, and US-Israel relations. January 15, 2025
Blinken: Hamas regrouping, losses offset by new recruits Washington believes that Hamas has 'recruited almost as many new' terrorists as it has lost in the ongoing war, Blinken said. January 15, 2025
Will ICC warrants be dismissed due to bureaucratic errors? Israel argued that Khan had not given the country formal notice of the ICC investigation or sufficient time to respond to the probe. January 15, 2025
Major shift at ICJ as pro-Israel judge poised for presidency Her appointment to the ICJ in February 2012 broke new ground as she became the first woman from Africa to serve on the court. January 14, 2025
Trump’s Israel agenda: Immediate critical decisions await The incoming administration’s approach encompasses multiple strategies: stringent American sanctions, enhanced Israeli-American military collaboration and the potential formation of a broader international coalition. January 14, 2025
‘A lot of trouble’ if no hostage deal reached, Trump warns A week before his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump speaks out on apparent breakthrough in hostage deal talks, says an agreement 'must get done,' warning of 'trouble like they have never seen before' if negotiations fail. January 14, 2025
‘On the brink’ – Biden touts impending Gaza deal, pushes Palestinian self-determination in final speech President Biden makes his final foreign policy address a week before leaving office, calling for Palestinian self-determination, the reconstruction of Gaza, and the return of Israeli hostages. January 14, 2025
Anti-Israel NGO demands arrest of Israeli general in Rome The Hind Rajab Foundation asks Italian authorities to arrest IDF general, who heads unit that facilitates the entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip. January 14, 2025
Jewish organization offers interest-free, zero-fee loans to all victims of Los Angeles wildfires JFLA usually requires applicants to have a qualified guarantor but is waving that necessity for those affected by the wildfires and offering them a fire relief loan of up to $2,000 for people of all faiths and backgrounds. January 13, 2025
Muslims raped more women in Europe than Rwanda or Yugoslavia In European country after country, governments have covered up, dismissed, silenced, and ignored these numbers. January 13, 2025
Pope Francis slams Israel over ‘shameful’ humanitarian situation in Gaza Strip The 88-year-old pontiff accused Israel of 'bombing civilians' and leaving Gazan children to 'freeze to death,' slamming the Jewish state over what he called the 'shameful' situation in Gaza. January 12, 2025
Trump’s incoming Ukraine envoy urges ‘maximum pressure’ on Iran Kellogg stressed that the opportunity to improve Iran is fleeting and must be seized. January 12, 2025
Los Angeles wildfires death toll rises as crews fight heavy winds to save homes and landmarks Crews from California and nine other states are part of the ongoing response that includes 1,354 fire engines, 84 aircraft and more than 14,000 personnel, including newly arrived firefighters from Mexico, he said. January 12, 2025
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis compares fire-ravaged LA to Gaza Strip Lamenting Los Angeles wildfires, Southern California native Jamie Lee Curtis compares damage to Palisades neighborhood to war in the Gaza Strip, drawing criticism on social media. January 12, 2025
Settlement leaders to attend Trump’s inauguration Representatives of the Israeli settler movement invited to President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration later this month. January 12, 2025
‘Make the UK Khamenei-free,’ says anti-nuclear Iran campaign Iranian influence centers throughout Europe disseminate radical Islamic ideology pushed by the Ayatollah, says watchdog group. January 12, 2025
Nearly half of college students sympathize more with accused murderer Luigi Mangione than his victim: Poll The Generation Lab findings highlight a sharp divide in attitudes toward the gunning-down of Thompson, with younger individuals more likely to view it favorably and sympathize with Mangione. January 10, 2025
Bill sanctioning ICC over Netanyahu arrest warrant passes in US House, goes to Senate The US Senate, now controlled by the GOP, will take up the Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act, after it passed 243-140 in the House of Representatives. January 10, 2025
Biden blasts Hamas for blocking hostage deal President Biden optimistic hostage deal can be reached amid 'real progress,' while blaming Hamas for lack of a breakthrough, saying the terror group is 'getting in the way' of an agreement. January 10, 2025
Pasadena synagogue burns down as fires rage across southern California 'I feel numb to this. It’s like a bad, bad horrific dream. To see that it’s not going to be here tomorrow,' said a former congregant. January 9, 2025
Poland’s president offers to shield Netanyahu from ICC arrest warrant for Auschwitz visit President Andrzej Duda calls on the government to ensure Israeli Prime Minister will be able to attend the ceremony without fear of arrest over ICC warrant. January 9, 2025
Families of American hostages held in Gaza to attend Trump’s inauguration Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is also expected to attend the inauguration, though Wednesday’s announcement did not mention any plans for the relatives of the hostages to meet with him. January 9, 2025
Ireland accuses Israel of genocide, joins ICJ case Dublin signs on to Gaza genocide case in the International Court of Justice, as part of petition first launched by South Africa. January 8, 2025
Congress to vote on bill sanctioning ICC over Netanyahu arrest warrant After Republicans take control of the Senate, Congress set to again take up legislation sanctioning the International Criminal Court and its chief prosecutor, over arrest warrants issued for Israeli prime minister, ex-defense chief. January 8, 2025
‘Not good for Hamas’ – Trump issues ultimatum as envoy hints hostage deal may be near Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, joins the president-elect at a press conference, claiming that 'a lot of progress' is being made in hostage deal talks in Doha, as inauguration day approaches. January 8, 2025
White House staff built a fortress around a fading president – opinion Cabinet officials described a hierarchical structure where the White House simply handed down decisions and expected agencies to implement them, rather than involving cabinet secretaries in policy development. January 7, 2025
Israel shoots down nomination for new UN Mideast envoy Jerusalem rejects United Nations nominee for new Middle East envoy, telling UN Secretary-General António Guterres to draft list of alternative candidates. January 7, 2025
Houthi deal? Biden releases 11 Yemenis from Guantanamo Bay Eleven Yemeni nationals transferred to Oman, ahead of expected closure of Guantanamo Bay. January 7, 2025
‘I’m with Israel’ – Trump doubles down on threats to Hamas if hostages not released 'The hostages have to get out now,' says President-elect Donald Trump, reiterating his threat to Hamas that there will be 'hell to pay' if captives not freed by the time he takes office on January 20th. January 7, 2025
Drill, baby, drill: Trump vows to reverse Biden’s ‘ridiculous’ offshore drilling ban Trump, who is set to take office in two weeks, has repeatedly promised to roll back Biden’s climate change initiatives and restore American 'energy dominance.' January 6, 2025
Justin Trudeau set to resign as party leader, drop out of race for premiership – report Facing a sinking approval rating and growing dissent within his own party, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reportedly is poised to resign as Liberal Party chairman, effectively dropping out of this year's race for premier. January 6, 2025
Trump takes aim at Kamala’s ‘illegal’ pre-interview campaign payments to Sharpton Last year, Trump posted that, if reelected, he would investigate Comcast over what he called 'one-side[d] and vicious coverage' from the media conglomerate's flagship news channels, NBC and MSNBC. January 6, 2025
Israeli NBA sensation Deni Avdija’s career soars in Portland Avdija's standout performances have earned him a starting spot for the Trail Blazers, who are currently 13th in the Western Conference with a 12-22 record. January 6, 2025
Biden admin. holding out hope for hostage deal before Trump inauguration Secretary of State Antony Blinken says White House is pushing for ceasefire and hostage deal to be finalized in next two weeks, amid reports Hamas has handed over list of Israeli hostages. January 6, 2025
Israeli embassy original target in Taylor Swift terror plot The plot’s discovery triggered one of 2024’s largest counter-terrorism investigations, involving intelligence and law enforcement agencies from at least six countries, the Post reported. January 5, 2025
IDF soldier, survivor of Oct 7th massacre, flees Brazil ahead of war crimes probe Israeli man targeted in war crimes probe in Brazil manages to flee the country prior to opening of criminal investigation. January 5, 2025
Trump administration plans crippling sanctions on ICC The incoming administration’s strategy extends beyond unilateral actions, as it plans to secure commitments from U.S. allies to reject cooperation with arrest warrants targeting Israeli officials. January 5, 2025
Israelis injured in New Orleans attack ID’d as reservists vacationing after battling Hamas, Hezbollah The pair of friends had gone traveling to 'clear their heads' and have fun in the U.S. January 5, 2025
‘Christians are essential in fight against antisemitism,’ says Israeli ambassador Israel's war against Hamas is part of a larger 'clash of civilizations' between 'barbarians' and 'the free world,' says Israeli ambassador to the US, adding that 'the American people clearly stand with Israel.' January 5, 2025
China feeds Houthi war machine while preaching ‘peace’ A US intelligence source tells i24 News that in exchange for providing safe passage to Chinese ships, the Houthis are receiving advanced weaponry essential for their ballistic and cruise missile programs. January 4, 2025
Johnson re-elected speaker on contentious first ballot, House passes rules package with ICC sanctions Johnson ultimately secured 218 votes, all from Republicans, the minimum required to secure a majority among the 434 members-elect present. January 4, 2025
‘I want to join Hezbollah, kill Jews’ – US army veteran indicted on terror charges Dual US-Irish citizen who had served in the US Army indicted on terror charges after he tried to enlist in the pro-Iranian Lebanese terror group Hezbollah, aspired to 'kill Jews.' January 3, 2025
Report: Biden discussed possible strike on Iranian nuclear facilities White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan reportedly briefed President Biden on possible American strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities, should Iran attempt rapid nuclear breakout ahead of Trump inauguration. January 3, 2025
North Carolina inaugurates first Jewish governor in state history Stein wasted no time announcing that his first act as governor will be to spearhead recovery efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. January 2, 2025
How the Biden admin allowed Iran to rake in illicit oil cash amid Tehran’s terror spree Iran generates roughly $1 billion from the smuggling scheme annually, Reuters reported, and money that is 'directly funding the Iranian threat network,' according to the intelligence report. January 2, 2025
Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump hotel, killing 1, injuring 7 Fireworks and gas tanks detonated inside the truck, killing a person inside and injuring seven passersby. January 2, 2025
New Orleans terrorist linked to ISIS, two Israelis among the wounded Shamsud-Din Jabbar, 42, said in a video he’d joined ISIS prior to killing at least 15 and injuring 30 in his ramming and shooting attack before being killed by police. January 2, 2025
New Orleans: 10 dead, 36 injured in apparent terror attack – 2 Israelis among wounded New Orleans mayor declares combination ramming attack and shooting on New Year's Day was an act of terror, after 10 people killed and dozens more injured. January 1, 2025
