Trump pressuring Egypt, Jordan to take in Gazans President Trump calls Gaza Strip 'a real mess,' hopes to find Arab state to take in 1.5 million Gazans during Gaza's reconstruction. January 26, 2025
US drops Judea, Samaria residents from sanctions list Fifty-eight individuals and organizations were deleted from the list, including one Palestinian terrorist organization, the 'Lion’s Den' from Nablus in Samaria. January 25, 2025
Senate confirms Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary During his confirmation hearing, Hegseth framed himself as a much-needed agent of change, emphasizing his combat experience and deployments in the war on terror. January 25, 2025
GOP-controlled Congress considers bill sanctioning Palestinian government over ‘pay-to-slay’ program The Palestinian government pays around $16 million a month to imprisoned terrorists, including nearly 900 Gaza-based Hamas fighters captured in the wake of Oct. 7, according to estimates. January 24, 2025
Nashville school shooter praised Hitler, said he was ‘influenced’ by Candace Owens in purported manifesto The shooter, who like Owens is black, also posted a flyer from the Goyim Defense League, an antisemitic hate group which, according to the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), has an 'overarching goal to expel Jews from America.' January 24, 2025
Disgusting language used by senior UN official who publicly cursed Netanyahu and Jewish leader Pro-Hamas United Nations health official curses Israeli prime minister after Gaza ceasefire delayed for hours over Hamas refusal to handover hostage list; launches into racist tirade against Jewish head of UN monitor group. January 24, 2025
Netanyahu defends Elon Musk amid Nazi salute accusations Israel's prime minister calls tech mogul and US DOGE administrator Elon Musk a 'great friend of Israel,' pushing back against criticism of the billionaire over gesture some compared to Hitler salute. January 23, 2025
Trump puts Houthis back on terror blacklist Former president Joe Biden had removed the Iran-backed group's Foreign Terrorist Organization designation right after assuming office. January 23, 2025
Trump’s sanctions could ‘destroy’ the ICC, insiders fear Officials at the International Criminal Court say the body is planning for 'worst case scenario' ahead of sanctions by both the U.S. Congress and the White House, fearing the moves could constitute an existential threat to the court. January 23, 2025
Trump administration directs all federal diversity, equity and inclusion staff be put on leave Agencies must also cancel any DEI-related training and end any related contracts. January 22, 2025
Journalist’s account of Oct. 7 attacks named Jewish book of the year 'It’s especially meaningful that this year’s awards are going to a number of Israeli authors and books on Israel,' Elisa Spungen Bildner, the Jewish Book Council’s president, said in a statement. January 22, 2025
UN chief warns against Israeli annexation of Judea, Samaria United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns that Israel may take advantage of Trump's presidency to annex Judea and Samaria, hold Gaza Strip 'in limbo' under de facto Israeli administration. January 22, 2025
Ramaswamy leaves Trump administration after one day Trump spokesperson Anna Kelly confirmed his exit and suggested the billionaire is preparing to pursue political office in Ohio. January 22, 2025
Trump announces $500 billion in AI infrastructure investment Stargate will be 'building the physical and virtual infrastructure to power the next generation of AI,' Trump said, adding that the project will create 100,000 American jobs. January 22, 2025
Trump nominee rips ‘antisemitic’ UN, defends Israel’s ‘biblical right to Judea and Samaria’ Congresswoman tapped by Trump to serve as American ambassador to the United Nations backs Israel's 'biblical right' to Judea and Samaria, rips UN as 'antisemitic,' and vows to reassess support for funding of UN programs. January 22, 2025
Father of hostage meets ICC prosecutor to push for Netanyahu’s arrest Yehuda Cohen said he was using this pressure tactic to ensure the implementation of the second phase of the deal, when male soldiers would be released. January 22, 2025
Trump mulling trip to Middle East President Trump takes credit for the staggered release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza as part of the ceasefire deal, says the captives would never have been freed 'if I weren't here.' January 22, 2025
Pro-Israel group urges Trump to demand extradition of freed terrorists who murdered Americans Advocacy group notes terrorists slated for release under hostage deal include convicted killers responsible for the murder of 16 American citizens in Israel. January 21, 2025
Elon Musk’s gesture at inauguration event ignites comparisons to Nazi salute; ADL disagrees Jerry Nadler, the Jewish Democratic congressman from Manhattan, called the gesture antisemitic and said other officials should condemn it. January 21, 2025
Rumors swirl of Fetterman switching to Republican Party amid party tensions 'If he maintains his conservative lean, rural PA and suburban Republicans will back him,' commented one analyst. January 21, 2025
Hamas praises Trump, credits him with securing Gaza ceasefire Trump is a 'serious president,' says senior Hamas leader, lauding the new president for 'ending the war' in the Gaza Strip. January 21, 2025
Senate confirms Rubio in 99 to 0 vote, cementing Trump’s first official cabinet member Rubio and President Donald Trump both vowed to rein in the diplomatic agency by refocusing it on what the newly installed White House described Monday as an 'America-First foreign policy.' January 21, 2025
Trump ‘not confident’ Gaza ceasefire will last, hints US may help rebuild Gaza Hours after taking office, President Trump says he is 'not confident' that the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip will hold through all three stages, while adding Hamas 'weakened' and most of its leaders dead. January 21, 2025
Trump nixes sanctions on Israeli settlers days after Biden extended them As one of his first acts after taking office, Trump rolls back dozens of Biden's executive orders, including sanctions against a list of Israeli residents of Judea and Samaria - days after Biden extended the order for another year. January 21, 2025
Trump rally turns emotional as Israeli hostage crisis takes center stage The rally took a poignant turn as families of hostages joined him on stage, marking a powerful moment of unity and purpose. January 21, 2025
Trump to immediately halt funding to UNRWA The executive order is one of several expected to be signed by Trump during his first week back in office. January 20, 2025
Biden issues last-minute pardons for Fauci, Milley, and J6 committee members, including Liz Cheney and Adam Schiff These pardons remain controversial as the individuals involved have not been charged but played pivotal roles in contentious events of recent years. January 20, 2025
‘Don’t negotiate with terrorists’ – Republican senator blasts hostage deal 'We didn't' negotiate with Japan' - Republican senator blasts hostage deal with Hamas, blames Joe Biden's pressure on Israel during Gaza war for failure to secure hostages' release early on. January 20, 2025
Donald Trump to be sworn in as 47th president Breaking with diplomatic custom, Trump has extended invitations to several international leaders, including Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy, Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary, Argentine President Javier Milei, and Chinese President Xi Jinping. January 20, 2025
Trump responsible for securing hostage deal, most Americans say New poll shows vast majority of Americans support Israel over Hamas, while a similarly wide majority support the ceasefire deal in the Gaza Strip, with most Americans crediting Trump rather than Biden for the agreement. January 20, 2025
Trump: ‘Biden didn’t achieve the hostage deal – my election did’ Hours before being sworn into office, President-elect Donald Trump hails 'epic ceasefire agreement' between Israel and Hamas, claiming it will lead to 'lasting peace in the Middle East.' January 20, 2025
Trump’s inauguration will be the first to be attended by foreign leaders Here is a look at the foreign leaders who are coming to Washington for the 60th inauguration. January 19, 2025
Israeli firefighters welcomed to Los Angeles The fires so far have burned a total of 40,697 acres, caused 27 fatalities, and destroyed 12,845 structures. January 19, 2025
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
