Israel-Iran update 2
June 13, 2025 by TPS-IL
Iran confirmed the deaths of four high-profile figures in Friday’s Israeli airstrikes. Read more
Explosions in Iran’s capital
June 13, 2025 by Associated Press
Explosions are thundering across Iran’s capital as Israel says it is attacking nuclear and military sites amid rising tensions over Tehran’s nuclear program. Read more
Israel attacks Iran (update 1)
June 13, 2025 by Pesach Benson
Israel launched a major attack on Iran Thursday night, targeting dozens of sites linked to Tehran’s nuclear program. Defence Minister Israel Katz declared a nationwide state of emergency, calling it a preemptive strike. Read more
Israel confirms Hamas kidnapped humanitarian aid workers
June 12, 2025 by Pesach Benson
Israel confirmed on Thursday morning that Hamas kidnapped humanitarian aid workers during an overnight attack on a convoy near Khan Yunis. Read more
The Wrong Gods
June 12, 2025 by Alex First
A Melbourne theatre review by Alex First Read more
In loving memory of Judy Glick
June 12, 2025 by Community newsdesk
Judy Glick, Chair of Courage to Care Vic, has passed away. Read more
The Greens aren’t done yet — and their anti-Israel agenda is alive and well
June 12, 2025 by Michael Gencher
On Tuesday, 17 June, Sydney’s Northern Beaches Council will debate a motion that has no business appearing on a local government agenda. Read more
Rise of the Spider
June 12, 2025 by Anne Sarzin
Children confront the challenges of history – a book review by Dr Anne Sarzin Read more
Hamas attacks Gaza aid convoy, killing five, possibly taking hostages
June 12, 2025 by Pesach Benson
Hamas attacked a Gaza aid convoy near Khan Yunis, killing at least five staff members from the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), injuring others, and potentially taking some hostage on Wednesday night, the organisation said on Thursday morning. Read more
The Owl and the Mirror: A Fable for the Fractured
June 12, 2025 by Ben Kepes
In an ancient, whispering forest, where every root held memory and every branch bore witness, lived an owl named Orla. Read more
NZ sanctions Israeli ministers ahead of UN peace talks, drawing US rebuke
June 12, 2025 by Greg Bouwer
The New Zealand Government has imposed targeted sanctions on two Israeli cabinet ministers, sparking a diplomatic clash with the United States just days ahead of a major United Nations conference aimed at reviving peace efforts between Israel and the Palestinians. Read more
Australian sanctions against Israel ‘sends a signal’
A decision by Australia and several allies to sanction two Israeli ministers is being hailed as a consequential step in the push for a two-state solution. Read more
Bodies of two Israeli hostages recovered in Gaza
June 12, 2025 by TPS-IL
After 614 days, the bodies of two Israeli hostages from Kibbutz Nir Oz were recovered in a complex IDF and Shin Bet operation in Khan Younis, the army confirmed Wednesday night. Read more
Opposition pushes for early elections: Knesset dissolution bill to be voted on today
June 11, 2025 by TPS-IL
The heads of the opposition factions announced a unanimous decision to bring the Knesset dissolution bill to a vote in the plenum today. Read more
Moshav Yakhini defenders fought off October 7 onslaught with pistols, army probe finds
June 11, 2025 by Pesach Benson
Eight Hamas terrorists killed 17 people during a three-and-a-half-hour rampage at Moshav Yakhini and surrounding areas on October 7, 2023, before all attackers were eliminated by Israeli police and military forces, an Israel Defence Forces investigation released on Wednesday detailed. Read more
A private viewing of the Archibalds – Photo gallery
June 11, 2025 by J-Wire photo story
The Moriah Foundation was thrilled to host their annual private viewing of Australia’s most popular and eagerly awaited art event – the 2025 Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes. Read more
Major progress in talks to free hostages: Netanyahu
June 11, 2025 by AAP
“Significant progress” has been made in efforts to secure the release of hostages being held in the Gaza Strip, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says. Read more
Empowering connections: my journey with UIA’s Women’s Division
As the recipient of the 2025 Shirley Lowy Award from UIA, I had the profound privilege of participating in the International Women’s Division Mifgash to Israel in May — a five-day gathering of women from around the world to inspire, connect and network with a focus on philanthropy and support for the People of Israel…writes Candice Shakenovsky. Read more
Feintooner
June 11, 2025 by Feintooner
This week’s cartoon: Mistaken Identity Read more
Sanctions backlash adds to ‘uncertainty’ with US
June 11, 2025 by AAP
Australia could question its future co-operation with the US after a decision to sanction Israeli government ministers was condemned by an American official. Read more
Muslim preacher ‘never’ meant to insult ‘vile’ Jews
June 11, 2025 by AAP
An Islamist preacher has denied calling Jewish people “vile and treacherous” in controversial sermons to boost his online profile after attracting the ire of Hindus and Christians.
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Australia /NZ expected to join UK set to formally sanction Israeli ministers
June 10, 2025 by TPS-IL
The UK is set to formally sanction Israel’s Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir, and Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich. Read more
Israel’s brilliant handling of the ‘flotilla’ affair
June 10, 2025 by Ruthie Blum - JNS
It was supposed to be a grand act of defiance—another headline-grabbing spectacle in the ongoing campaign to vilify the Jewish state. Instead, it became a floating punchline. Read more
Thunberg signs Israeli deportation order, other activists refuse
Swedish activist Greta Thunberg has signed a deportation order after she and 11 other activists were stopped at sea by Israeli forces on Monday while attempting to break the Israeli blockade on the Gaza Strip, Hebrew media reported on Tuesday. Read more
‘They saved us’: kibbutz civilian security team fought off Hamas in fierce battle, says army probe
June 10, 2025 by Pesach Benson
The brave actions of Kibbutz Erez’s civilian defence squad, reinforced by volunteers from neighbouring Kibbutz Or Ha’Ner, prevented a potential massacre when Hamas terrorists attempted to overrun the Gaza border community during the October 7, 2023, onslaught, according to a military investigation released Tuesday. Read more
A third one – and the statistics
June 10, 2025 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Congratulations to Melbourne’s Julia Fraser, who was awarded the OAM in the King’s Birthday Honours. Read more
Solidarity must start with truth
June 10, 2025 by Greg Bouwer
As Eid approaches — a time meant for reflection, compassion, and renewal — it is deeply disheartening to witness a public statement from the Islamic Women’s Council of New Zealand (IWCNZ) that abandons those very values in favour of selective outrage, inflammatory rhetoric, and historical amnesia. Read more
Muslim preacher defends ‘dehumanising’ sermons on Jews
June 10, 2025 by AAP
An Islamist preacher is being sued over sermons in which he allegedly made “derogatory generalisations” about Jews, whom he described as rats and cowards. Read more
From Australia’s Jewish past
June 10, 2025 by Ruth Lilian
George Pikler – Orchestra Leader Read more
Greta Thunberg, others to be deported, refused to watch October 7 video
June 10, 2025 by Pesach Benson
Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg and 11 other activists detained aboard a boat trying to breach the Gaza blockade have been brought to Ben-Gurion Airport on Tuesday morning ahead of their deportations, Israel’s Foreign Ministry said. Read more
