New book reveals Jared and Ivanka refused to defend Trump after he blamed Netanyahu for October 7th Then-Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 'deserved blame' for Hamas's invasion. March 1, 2025
Hamas sleeper cell plotted attack on Israeli embassy in Germany The terrorists had ambitious targets in mind including the Israeli Embassy in Berlin, the US Air Base in Ramstein, and Berlin’s Tempelhof Airport. February 28, 2025
Americans overwhelmingly support Israel’s right to defend itself, poll finds Among the 400 college students surveyed, 75 percent said they experienced, witnessed, or heard about anti-Semitic incidents on their campus, while 76 percent said they viewed it as a serious problem. February 28, 2025
Auschwitz museum confiscates hostage symbols deeming them ‘political’ 'We explained it was for the hostages, but they said the yellow ribbon was a political symbol.' February 28, 2025
Contender in NYC mayoral race has extensive anti-Israel track record On Oct. 8, 2023, 24 hours following the deadliest day for Jews since the Holocaust, Mamdani published a statement condemning 'Netanyahu’s declaration of war' and suggesting that Israel would use the terror attacks to justify committing a second 'Nakba.' February 28, 2025
Congress backs Iranian movement to overthrow Supreme Leader Khamenei Congress’s push for an Iranian revolution comes as President Trump restarted his 'maximum pressure' sanctions campaign against the regime. February 27, 2025
Pentagon declares transgender soldiers disqualified from service without an exemption Those identified as transgender by the Pentagon will be immediately dismissed from service and given an honorable discharge, provided they maintained a clean record. February 27, 2025
State Department completes foreign funding review, identifying 15,000 grants worth $60 billion for elimination Under former president Joe Biden, USAID funneled scores of grants to foreign nations aimed at advancing 'environmental justice' and 'LGBTQI+ Inclusive Development,' among other left-wing priorities. February 27, 2025
US intel chief Tulsi Gabbard declares ‘radical Islamist terrorism’ most urgent national security threat She claimed that 'actors tied to Iran’s government' had sought to leverage rising anti-Israel animus by using social media to encourage and finance protests. February 27, 2025
Miriam, Jared, Josh: 5 Jewish takeaways from Michael Wolff’s insider account of the 2024 Trump campaign Trump’s Jewish daughter and son-in-law, declined to support Trump or sign a statement that he was not antisemitic after Oct. 7, when Trump initially lambasted Israeli leadership for allowing the attack on Israel to take place. February 27, 2025
Key House committee replaces ‘West Bank’ with ‘Judea & Samaria’ Republican effort to have the historical terminology 'Judea and Samaria' replace the 20th century term 'West Bank' gains momentum, with critical House committee instructing staffers to make the change. February 27, 2025
Israeli sentenced to 7 years in Malaysian prison Police were suspicious that Avitan was a Mossad spy, but eventually accepted his explanation that he was there to settle a dispute with another criminal. February 27, 2025
Just 33% of Democrats have a favorable view of Israel, Gallup poll finds The poll demonstrates that, in the span of three years, Democratic favorability ratings for Israel have plummeted 30 points. February 26, 2025
Terror group leader who trained Columbia students on ‘Palestinian resistance’ attends Hezbollah chief’s funeral She also praised Iran—Hezbollah’s backer—as 'a nation on the side of the Palestinian people, intervening and building a movement of resistance to free this entire region … from U.S. imperialism.' February 26, 2025
International Red Cross, facing GOP criticism over Hamas propaganda platforming, seeks Free Beacon newsletter sponsorship The ICRC sparked outrage when, roughly two weeks ago, officials Nour Khadam and Stephanie Eller joined uniformed Hamas terrorists on stage to participate in a propaganda ceremony surrounding the release of Israeli hostages. February 26, 2025
British court rules against antisemitic Pink Floyd frontman in defamation case brought by pro-Israel journalist—and Al Jazeera could pay damages The case could go to trial to determine damages, though barrister Simon Myerson predicted that Waters and Al Jazeera will settle with Ware. February 26, 2025
Cruz: ‘Israel’s right to Judea and Samaria starts in the Bible’ He expressed sympathy for the 'unfathomable trauma' Israel and the Jewish people endure as 'Palestinian savages make the return of every hostage, living or murdered, an ongoing nightmare.' February 26, 2025
Trump to sell US citizenship with $5 million ‘gold cards’ President Donald Trump announces plans to sell green cards to wealthy foreigners - dubbing them 'gold cards' - allowing holders to live and work in the US, with a pathway to citizenship. February 26, 2025
‘Up to Netanyahu’ how to handle Hamas, says Trump 'It is not my decision, it is Netanyahu's decision,' says Trump as fragile Gaza ceasefire faces possible collapse. February 26, 2025
Trump pressured Netanyahu to vote with Russia, against Ukraine in UN – report US reportedly 'insisted' Israel vote against resolution in the United Nations General Assembly affirming Ukraine's territorial integrity, joining Russia and North Korea in opposing the measure. February 26, 2025
Berlin chief rabbi welcomes new conservative chancellor Merz 'Mr. Merz is a close personal friend and a steadfast ally of Israel,' Rabbi Teichtal said. February 25, 2025
World’s oldest Holocaust survivor dies at 113 'It’s pretty incredible. She’s always been so positive. She always says the secret to her longevity is she loves to eat dark chocolate,' granddaughter Gina Bennicasa tells LI Herald. February 25, 2025
‘Fear got us here, and if we don’t fight, we will lose’ – Legendary radio host slams Jewish leadership The Hamas-led massacre on October 7 should have been a moment of reckoning for Jews worldwide. Instead, far too many still refuse to see the truth, says legendary radio host. February 25, 2025
ICC blasts Germany’s next chancellor for inviting Netanyahu After chairman of Germany's conservative Christian Democrats invited Israeli Prime Minister to visit, International Criminal Court slams pledge to ensure premier will not face prosecution while in Europe. February 25, 2025
Elon Musk slams Netanyahu trial – ‘Deep state is everywhere’ Billionaire tech mogul and Trump administration efficiency czar Elon Musk takes aim at the Netanyahu corruption trial, defending the Israeli premier while accusing prosecutors of acting as part of the 'deep state.' February 25, 2025
Trump expands sanctions on Iran under ‘maximum pressure campaign’ Oil sales to China, a major source of income, has dropped by more than half since January. February 25, 2025
GOP push to deport Ilhan Omar ignites Capitol chaos Omar’s political resilience is particularly concerning given her history of opposition towards Israel and American support for its closest ally. February 25, 2025
Poll reveals if Americans back Trump’s plan to move Palestinians out of Gaza Almost half of American voters say they back Trump’s proposal for mass resettlement of Gazans abroad – but few support plan to but Gaza under US control. February 25, 2025
Einstein letter offering emigration advice to Jewish refugee to be auctioned 1938 letter penned by Albert Einstein offering advice to a German-Jewish woman seeking refuge from Nazi persecution goes up for sale. February 25, 2025
Lawsuit: Hamas ‘journalist’ had advance knowledge of Oct. 7 Three rescued Israeli hostage refile lawsuit against US-based nonprofit that employed their Hamas-affiliated captor, who claimed to be a journalist. February 25, 2025
Christian Democratic Union victorious; far-Right AfD rises to second-largest party in Germany Meanwhile, Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s Social Democrats faced a stunning collapse, dropping to just 16.4% from their 25.7% showing in 2021. February 24, 2025
Democratic Senator’s staffers quit in protest of support for Israel At least six aides to the Pennsylvania Democrat have resigned recently in protest of his pro-Israel stance. February 24, 2025
Hitler-loving fighter set to fight Israeli opponent in Denver Mitchell went fishing for a date with Hitler, and now he’s got a date in the octagon with the living embodiment of Jewish survival. February 24, 2025
‘Associated Press’ slammed for saying Bibas kids, their mother ‘died in captivity’ John Podhoretz, the editor of Commentary magazine, referred to U.S. President Donald Trump barring the AP from press briefings. 'I hope you never set a foot into the White House briefing room, you Hamas-propagandizing ghouls,' he wrote. 'Drop dead.' February 24, 2025
The two-state solution is dead, says senior Democratic congressman Rep. Jim Himes, Ranking Member of the House Intelligence Committee who formerly backed the two-state solution, now acknowledges the idea is likely 'dead.' February 24, 2025
Trump’s pick for UN envoy uses CPAC speech to call for ‘eradication’ of Hamas ‘It has never been more important to show unequivocal support for Israel,’ says New York congresswoman tapped by President Trump to serve as Ambassador to the United Nations. ‘Never forget that Hamas terrorists savagely murdered 1,200 innocents.” February 23, 2025
Pope is conscious, receiving supplemental oxygen, had a peaceful night following respiratory crisis His condition has revived speculation about what might happen if he becomes unconscious or otherwise incapacitated, and whether he might resign. February 23, 2025
US Rep. Nancy Mace torches colleague Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for suggesting cuts to Israel military aid Mace was responding to an April 2024 clip from The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, in which Ocasio-Cortez accused Israel of inflicting a famine on Gaza as revenge for Oct. 7. February 23, 2025
Following murder of child hostages, Argentina mulls renaming Palestine Street after Bibas family Argentina's capital city to consider measure which would rename Buenos Aires' State of Palestine Street after the Argentinian-Israeli children murdered while in captivity in the Gaza Strip. February 23, 2025
Trump: ‘Disgraceful’ how Hamas is treating Israeli hostages President Trump laments poor condition of Israeli hostages returned from the Gaza Strip, blames Biden for October 7th invasion and failure to bring back the hostages. February 23, 2025
Trump: Israel’s decision on Gaza ‘rough,’ fine with war or truce The president was also asked about his resettlement plan for Palestinians in Gaza in places like Egypt and Jordan, to which he replied that he is not going to force the issue. February 22, 2025
RFK Jr. orders sweeping review of vaccines and antidepressants Kennedy listed several other things as possible causes of chronic diseases such as radiation from electronic devices, farming chemicals, processed foods, food allergies, tiny plastic particles in the environment, and chemicals used to make non-stick pans. February 21, 2025
American conservatives vote to back Israeli sovereignty over Judea & Samaria ‘Akin to the Balfour Declaration’ - Conservative Political Action Conference, America’s largest annual gathering of political conservatives, votes to endorse Israeli sovereignty over Judea and Samaria. February 21, 2025
‘A terrorist financier lives here’: LA Jewish activists protest outside estate of former Qatari PM 'Qatar pretends to be a mediator, the ‘honest broker’ of the Middle East,' Rabbi Pini Dunner, spiritual leader of the Beverly Hills Synagogue stated. February 20, 2025
Argentina to declare National Day of Mourning for slain Bibas family The Bibas family held dual Israeli-Argentinian citizenship through their father Yarden, who was recently released from captivity. February 20, 2025
Trump admin designates drug cartels as global terrorist organizations Classifying the cartels as terrorist groups helps disrupt their 'finances through sanctions, including asset freezes and travel bans,' though the scope of Wednesday's designations remains unclear, Reuters reported. February 20, 2025
ICC used flawed data to secure arrest warrants against Israeli leaders 'UKLFI’s latest review shows that reports of famine on which the prosecutor relied were not plausible and were based on inaccurate and anomalous data regarding food supplies and malnutrition.' February 20, 2025
Trump halts US funding of Palestinian police – report The cut in funding is part of the Trump administration’s overall freeze on international aid. February 20, 2025
Trump calls Zelensky a ‘dictator without elections’ as tensions rise over ending Russia-Ukraine war Trump lashed out after the Ukrainian president said Trump was being influenced by Russian disinformation. February 19, 2025
GOP senators put Red Cross on notice after ‘neutral’ aid organization participates in Hamas propaganda ceremony During the hostages' time in captivity, the Red Cross did not fulfill its mandate to visit them and assess their health, as the group routinely does in traditional conflicts. February 19, 2025
More than 50 NY rabbis implore Eric Adams and Kathy Hochul to oppose mass deportations The letter calls on the mayor and governor to 'restrict' illegal immigration raids in schools and houses of worship, which are now permitted under new federal guidelines. February 19, 2025
Prominent tech entrepreneur calls himself a ‘radical Zionist,’ defends Israel’s right to exist Luckey also dismissed the 'slippery slope' argument that validating Israel’s existence could lead to a surge in the formation of ethno-states for other groups, calling such hypothetical scenarios 'absurd' reasons to oppose the Jewish state. February 19, 2025
UN official demands Israel, US pay reparations to Gaza United Nations special rapporteur Francesca Albanese demands Israel and the United States prepare to pay reparations to Gaza, claiming both are liable under international law. February 19, 2025
Anti-Israel students at Bowdoin College to protest suspensions over ‘Gaza encampment’ Bowdoin College has previously said that it will not tolerate unlawful occupations of its buildings. February 18, 2025
South Africa open to nuclear cooperation with Russia and Iran, minister says South Africa’s latest comments on being open to cooperating with Iran on nuclear matters may further anger the US — and risk an energy deal currently in the works. February 18, 2025
US lawmakers who back Hamas are ‘sicker’ than the terrorists, says Huckabee The putative U.S. ambassador to Israel also put the military option on the table regarding the president’s absolute opposition to a nuclear Iran. February 18, 2025
Conservative residents of liberal US state want to secede and join neighboring state The eastern part of Oregon is ideologically at odds with the urban and progressive areas of the state, as evidenced by the intensity of anti-police protests in Portland in 2020. February 17, 2025
Comedian Dave Chappelle ends show with ‘Free Palestine’ slogan Comedian and actor Dave Chappelle accuses Saturday Night Live of barring him from talking about the situation in the Gaza Strip, ends stand-up comedy show by declaring 'Give the Jews a break, free Palestine.' February 17, 2025
Netanyahu rules out alternatives to Trump’s Gaza plan Trump has presented 'the only plan that can work,' says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasizing desire of Palestinian Arabs to leave the Gaza Strip. February 17, 2025
Trump to Netanyahu: ‘Do whatever you want’ in Gaza After Hamas flouts his ultimatum, releasing just three hostages over the weekend, President Trump says Israel has discretion how to respond. February 17, 2025
