Cause for celebration: UNRWA’s Headquarters in Jerusalem CLOSED
The decision to shut down UNRWA operations in Israel comes after years of contention surrounding its cooperation with Hamas, the curriculum of incitement and antisemitism taught in UNRWA schools, and undeniable acts of support and active participation in terrorism over decades.
Wrapping the World: Tefillin Revival Unites Jewish Community
In the aftermath of October 7th, a remarkable spiritual awakening has emerged within the Jewish community, extending from IDF soldiers to prominent figures worldwide. At the forefront of this movement is Yossi Farro, whose mission to encourage the practice of wearing tefillin has gained substantial traction on social media.
Trump’s Gaza Plan is “The Final task before Messiah”
“The US will take over the Gaza Strip,” Trump said at a joint press conference. “And we will do a job with it too. We’ll own it.”
U.S. Arms Deals, Israeli Coalition Tensions, and Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions
The U.S. pushes for a $1 billion arms sale to Israel, while Israeli political tensions escalate over the potential premature end of the Gaza war. At the same time, Iran is reportedly fast-tracking the development of a basic nuclear device, seeking to deter further military action after recent strikes on its key facilities.
Hamas’ Obscene Spectacle in Releasing Hostages
Iran and the current ceasefire/hostage release deal with Hamas are center stage this week as President Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu as the first foreign leader since his inauguration. While celebrated for releasing hostages, a ceasefire that leaves Hamas in control of Gaza is terrible for Israel, Palestinian Arabs, and the world.
Religious Leaders Back Trump’s Gaza Plan as Netanyahu Visits Washington
A coalition of prominent Jewish and Christian leaders has thrown their support behind former President Donald Trump’s proposal to relocate Gaza’s civilian population to Egypt and Jordan, just as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives in Washington for discussions on the plan.
Red Cross outraged: Hamas prisoners released with warning from Psalms
As part of the “ceasefire deal,” Israel is releasing 183 security prisoners from Israeli prisons in exchange for three hostages held by Hamas. The prisoners are being released wearing identification bracelets with a Biblical warning, paper bracelets inscribed with a verse penned by King David.
Trump’s First Week: 5 Game-Changing Pro-Israel Moves
Almost every poll of Israelis and supporters of the Jewish State indicate that President Donald Trump is widely considered the most pro-Israel president ever. Whether it’s informal surveys or more official ones, the results are striking: Trump’s popularity in Israel is through the roof.
The October 7 Failure, Gaza Relocation Backlash, and IDF’s Escalation of the Anti-Terror Campaign
Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023 overwhelmed Israel’s air defenses and exposed vulnerabilities in the Iron Dome system. Meanwhile, Arab nations rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to relocate Gazans to neighboring countries. Also, the IDF expanded its offensive in northern Samaria, killing over 50 militants and dismantling terrorist infrastructure.
Don’t Miss Karmei Tzur (Biblical Beit Tzur)
Today we are visiting an isolated Biblical site, directly related to one of the most consequential events in Jewish history. Tourists seldom visit here though, and not many Israelis (outside of the settlements) are even aware of its existence.