Israeli military sees 160% rise in number of females in combat roles
November 26, 2020 by JNS
The number of women in combat roles in the Israeli Defence Forces has risen by 160 per cent over the past six years, it was revealed on Tuesday during a discussion at the Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defence Committee. Read more
Mass prayers to be held for Jews buried in Arab countries
November 26, 2020 by JNS
Diaspora and Israeli organizations and communities representing millions of Jews around the world will participate on Saturday in a mass Kaddish (Mourners’ Prayer) and say a specially designed azkara (Memorial Prayer) for Jews buried in inaccessible Arab countries across the Middle East and North Africa. Read more
US frees former convicted spy Jonathan Pollard from parole
November 21, 2020 by JNS
Jonathan Pollard, a former intelligence analyst who served three decades in prison for spying for and giving classified information to Israel, has been freed. Read more
In Jerusalem, Pompeo says normalization deals ‘tell Iran its influence is waning’ in Mideast
November 19, 2020 by JNS
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo declared that the normalization deals between Israel, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain are a victory for peace and religious freedom in the Middle East. Read more
Palestinian Authority restores ties, security cooperation with Israel
November 19, 2020 by JNS
The Palestinian Authority decided to restore ties with Israel after it cut-off relations with Israel in May because of plans to apply sovereignty to parts of Judea and Samaria. Read more
Terrorist serving two life sentences but mother calls son a ‘hero’
November 19, 2020 by JNS
The mother of Palestinian terrorist Sa’id Musa Shtayyeh, who received two life sentences plus 15 years for his role in the murder of two Israelis, said during a recent TV interview that her son and others like him were “heroes.” Read more
Corbyn reinstated by UK Labour Party after suspension resulting from antisemitism probe
Former British Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn tweeted on Tuesday that he has been reinstated into the party following a 19-day suspension. Read more
Netanyahu, Rivlin call Biden to congratulate him on presidential victory
November 18, 2020 by JNS
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel’s President Reuven Rivlin have now both talked to U.S. President-elect Joe Biden to congratulate him on his electoral victory. Read more
Erdan demands UN Security Council to take immediate action to disarm Hezbollah
November 18, 2020 by JNS
Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations Gilad Erdan submitted an official letter to the U.N. Security Council demanding it to take immediate action against Hezbollah’s military buildup and ongoing activities in southern Lebanon. Read more
Christiane Amanpour apologizes for Kristallnacht-Trump comparison
November 18, 2020 by JNS
Veteran CNN anchorwoman Christiane Amanpour apologized during her Monday show for having equated the events of Kristallnacht with U.S. President Donald Trump’s term in office. Read more
Israel Philharmonic to host virtual pre-Chanukah global music celebration
November 18, 2020 by JNS
American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra and the Israel Philharmonic Foundation will premiere the “Israel Philharmonic Pre-Chanukkah Global Celebration,” a multidisciplinary program of instrumental performances and behind-the-scenes interviews, coupled with powerful messages of hope. Read more
Report: Israeli agents assassinated Al-Qaeda’s No. 2 in Iran
November 16, 2020 by JNS
Israeli operatives shot Al-Qaeda’s second in command on the streets of Tehran on behalf of the United States, intelligence officials told The New York Times in a report published on Friday. Read more
IAEA says Iran continues to violate 2015 nuclear deal
November 12, 2020 by JNS
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said on Wednesday that Iran is still in violation of the 2015 nuclear deal by continuing to increase its low-enriched uranium stockpile. Read more
UNRWA says it has run out of funds, cannot pay employees
November 11, 2020 by JNS
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) said on Monday that it has run out of funding to pay the salaries of its staff across the Middle East. Read more
First direct tourist flight from Israel to UAE touches down in Dubai
November 10, 2020 by JNS
A flydubai flight carrying Israeli tourists landed in the United Arab Emirates on Sunday at the Dubai International Airport. Read more
Pottery juglet containing 1,000-year-old gold coins unearthed in Jerusalem
November 10, 2020 by JNS
A small pottery jar containing four pure gold coins dating back to the Early Islamic period, more than 1,000 years ago, was unearthed during archaeological excavations in Jerusalem, the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) said on Monday. Read more
Abbas congratulates Biden as Palestinians celebrate Trump’s defeat
November 9, 2020 by JNS
Palestinian Authority leader Mahmoud Abbas congratulated U.S. President-elect Joe Biden in a statement on Sunday and alluded to the possibility that the P.A. would end its boycott of the administration in Washington when he assumes office. Read more
US sanctions pro-Hezbollah Lebanese politician
November 8, 2020 by JNS
The Trump administration announced on Friday that it has sanctioned a top pro-Hezbollah Lebanese politician. Read more
Gunmen open fire near Jewish community centre, synagogue in Vienna
November 3, 2020 by JNS
Gunmen opened fire near a synagogue and Jewish community centre in Vienna on Monday, allegedly targeting two restaurants, according to official reports, videos and photos circulating on social media. Read more
Senior campaign official says Biden would keep Golan Heights recognition
November 3, 2020 by JNS
Were former U.S. Vice President and current Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden to be elected, he would likely not reverse the U.S. recognition of Israel’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights, a senior Biden campaign official told JNS. Read more
Clinical trials of Israeli coronavirus vaccine underway
November 2, 2020 by JNS
The first Israeli SARS-CoV-2 vaccine was administered at Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer in Ramat Gan on Sunday to the first volunteer in a clinical trial. Read more
Israelis light 25,000 candles to commemorate 25th year since Rabin assassination
November 1, 2020 by JNS
Twenty-five-thousand memorial candles were lit in Rabin Square in central Tel Aviv on Thursday to commemorate the 25th Memorial Day of the assassination of Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. Read more
Hundreds protest at Temple Mount against Muhammad caricatures; three arrested
Hundreds of people demonstrated at the Temple Mount in Jerusalem on Friday against French President Emmanuel Macron and his pledge to protect the right to caricature the Islamic prophet Muhammad with three arrested for disorderly conduct after scuffling with police. Read more
Corbyn suspended by British Labour Party following findings in antisemitism report
October 30, 2020 by JNS
The British Labour Party has suspended its former leader, Jeremy Corbyn, after a watchdog group in the United Kingdom found that the party’s leadership has failed to address antisemitism and complaints about hatred towards Jews. Read more
2,000-year old seal bearing portrait of Apollo unearthed in soil around Western Wall
October 30, 2020 by JNS
Jerusalem’s City of David announced a 2,000-year-old gem seal (intaglio) bearing the portrait of the Greek god Apollo has been unearthed in soil removed from the foundation of Jerusalem’s Western Wall during the Tzurim Valley National Park sifting project. Read more
Palestinian Islamic scholar calls on Muslims to ‘crush Paris’ for ‘insolence’ to Islam
October 29, 2020 by JNS
Palestinian Islamic scholar Sheikh Ali Abu Ahmad said in a recent address at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem that the “answer to lowlife French President Emmanuel Macron” was to “don the garb of war” and crush Paris. Read more
Israeli president lays wreath at Rabin’s grave on 25th anniversary of assassination
October 29, 2020 by JNS
Israeli President Reuven Rivlin laid a wreath on the grave of the late Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin at the Mount Herzl National Cemetery in Jerusalem on Wednesday to mark the 25th anniversary of his assassination. Read more
Palestinians press for international peace conference to renew talks with Israel
October 28, 2020 by JNS
Top Palestinian diplomat Riad Malki on Monday called for an international peace conference as the only way to renew talks with Israel, AP reported. Read more
Soccer leagues in Israel, UAE reach cooperation agreement
October 28, 2020 by JNS
The soccer leagues of Israel and the United Arab Emirates announced that they reached an agreement on Tuesday about future play. Read more
Bot, troll networks attempting to influence Israeli policy, reveals Strategic Affairs Ministry
October 28, 2020 by JNS
Israel’s Strategic Affairs Ministry on Tuesday released its periodic report on the manipulation of social-media networks to delegitimize the Jewish state. Read more
