Hamas refusing to hand over list of hostages to be released in deal

Recent optimism surrounding the hostage negotiations between Israel and Hamas has given way to mounting frustration as Israeli officials reveal significant obstacles in their dealings with the terrorist group—specifically, Mohammed Sinwar. Read more

Neo-Nazi arrested following antisemitic protest in Melbourne

The alleged leader a neo-Nazi protest on the steps of the Victorian state parliament on Friday evening has surrendered himself to Victoria Police. Read more

Herzog renews call for independent Oct 7 commission of inquiry

Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Tuesday renewed calls for a state commission of inquiry into the events surrounding Hamas’s October 7 attacks. Read more

Israeli parliament extends state of emergency

The Israeli parliament has extended the country’s state of emergency until the end of 2025. Read more

‘Her heart could not withstand the suffering’: released hostage dies

Kibbutz Nir Oz resident Hana Katzir a 77-year-old hostage released from captivity during a temporary ceasefire died, on Tuesday morning. Read more

Israel’s defence minister vows to target Houthi leaders

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz vowed to target Houthi leaders with targeted assassinations. Read more

Netanyahu to Lapid: ‘Are you declaring war on your brothers?’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu blasted opposition leader Yair Lapid (Yesh Atid) during a Knesset debate on Monday over the latter’s call for a “war” to unseat the government. Read more

Anti-Israel post leads to legal showdown

Jewish commodities trader Ronnie Sternberg has accused pro-Palestine activists of using AVOs to stifle open discussion. Read more

Peter Dutton: Am Yisrael Chai

Opposition leader Peter Dutton sends a Chanukah message to the Australian Jewish community. Read more

Iraqi militias give up ‘resistance’ against Israel, Lebanon moves against Palestinian terror bases

The Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar reports that Iran-backed Shi’ite militias in Iraq are ceasing hostile activities against Israel. Read more

Erin Molan meets President Herzog

President Isaac and First Lady Michal Herzog have met with Australian journalist Erin Molan. Read more

Hope for cancer patients: Israeli-European team unveils innovative dual-drug nanoparticle therapy

Israeli and European researchers have unveiled a new approach to treating cancerous tumours by using biodegradable nanoparticles to simultaneously deliver two drugs to amplify their effects. Read more

Friday night with the Murdochs

A packed Central Synagogue in Sydney where Rabbi Levi Wolff publicly thanked media giant Rupert Murdoch for his support for Israel and the Jewish community. Read more

Netanyahu had no plans to attend Auschwitz liberation memorial

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu never planned to attend next month’s 80th year anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz death camp in Poland, the Prime Minister’s Office in Jerusalem said on Sunday. Read more

Moriah College students excel in HSC 

Moriah College’s Class of 2024 has delivered exceptional results in the Higher School Certificate (HSC), underscoring the school’s academic rigour and commitment to holistic student development. Read more

Rare historical photos of Chanukah celebrations in Israel

As part of its ongoing commitment to preserving history, the JNF archive offers these striking black-and-white images, providing a unique glimpse into the holiday traditions of Jewish communities throughout the Land of Israel in the mid-20th century. Read more

Haifa airport takes off again after months-long war closure

After months of being closed by war, Haifa International Airport resumed domestic and international flights on Sunday. Read more

Sweden ends UNRWA funding amid controversy over Hamas ties and October 7 atrocities

Sweden has officially ceased its financial support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA), Aid Minister Benjamin Dousa announced during an interview with TV4 on Friday. Read more

Police probe anti-Semitic banner on steps of Victorian parliament

Police are working to identify a group of alleged neo-Nazis who displayed an offensive banner outside a state parliament. Read more

Security upgrades made easy for places of worship

Places of public worship in NSW will be able to upgrade their security without the need for lengthy planning approvals to offer worshippers better protections. Read more

Pope labels Gaza airstrikes ‘cruelty – not war’

In an address to Catholic cardinals, Pope Francis has condemned Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, saying children are being bombed, labelling it ‘cruelty – not war’. Read more

Israel investigating how Houthi missile evaded air defences

Israeli security authorities are investigating how a Houthi missile fired from Yemen hit Jaffa in the early hours of Saturday morning, lightly injuring 23 people. Read more

The light of hope: faith leaders unite against antisemitism

Faith leaders from across the Berowra electorate in Sydney’s North united last night at Our Lady of the Rosary Cathedral in Waitara for a historic display of interfaith solidarity against antisemitism under the theme “Unity, Hope, and Light.” Read more

A Chanukah message from Chris Minns

NSW Premier Chris Minns has recorded a video message for Chanukah.

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Israel reveals new details of strategic strikes on Houthis

The Israel Defence Forces disclosed new details on Thursday morning about overnight airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen. Read more

Man charged for threatening X post

A man has been charged with threatening violence based on religion after he allegedly posted an offensive comment online. Read more

UN hears plea from hostage’s brother as families warn partial release empowers Hamas

A relative of one of the Israeli hostages briefed the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday, the first time a family member has addressed the council. But relatives of the captives warned that a partial release would play into the hands of Hamas. Read more

Oldest known Ten Commandments stone tablet sells at auction

The oldest known stone tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments has been sold at auction by Sotheby’s in New York. Read more

Racism rife at universities as many fear speaking out

Islamophobia and anti-Semitism, racism against foreign students and Indigenous people feeling diminished are under the Human Rights Commission’s spotlight. Read more

Israeli jets strike Houthi targets ‘deep inside Yemen’

Israeli Air Force jets struck numerous Houthi terror targets in Yemen, both on the country’s coast and in the interior, the Israel Defence Forces said on Thursday morning. Read more

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