US Hostage Envoy Removed Over Hamas Remarks, Columbia Disciplines Anti-Israel Protesters, and IDF Strikes Hezbollah Weapons Site
The U.S. has removed hostage envoy Adam Boehler from negotiations with Hamas following controversial remarks. Meanwhile, Columbia University announced disciplinary actions against students involved in anti-Israel protests. In Lebanon, the IDF conducted airstrikes on a Hezbollah weapons site.
Israel Rejects UN Genocide Allegations, Trump Defends Israel Amid Criticism, and Former Archbishop Condemns Rising Antisemitism
Israel dismissed a UN report accusing it of genocidal acts in Gaza, calling the claims unfounded and biased. During a meeting with Ithe rish Prime Minister, U.S. President Trump reaffirmed support for Israel and condemned Hamas’s October 7 attack. Former Archbishop Rowan Williams also warned of rising antisemitism following the attack.
Mayor declares Patterson, NJ, “Capital of Palestine” and “fourth holiest Muslim city”
“I’m not the one who said it, but I heard people say that Paterson is probably the fourth most halal or holiest city in the world. Jerusalem, Mecca, Medina, and Paterson, New Jersey,” the 50-year-old Democrat said.
UN Addresses Iran’s Nuclear Program, Israeli Strikes in Syria, and U.S. and Israel Leads Global Arms Exports
The UN Security Council will meet to address Iran’s growing enriched uranium stockpile, as Western nations push for transparency. Meanwhile, Israel struck military targets in southern Syria, citing security threats, and remains a key arms exporter. Also, Israel ranks as the #8 largest global arms exporter.
Setting the record straight about Hayim Katsman and the movie, “No Other Land”
While criticism of the movie is accepted as political dialogue, such dialogue must be based on truth and mutual respect.
Trump’s Big Deal: A New Dubai for Palestinians, Paid by Their Neighbors
As Trump settles into his second term, it’s time to force the Arab world to build a new home for Palestinians and make it clear the U.S. isn’t footing the bill. It’s the kind of brash, outside-the-box move only Trump could pull off—and it might just work.
Israel Cuts Electricity to Gaza, Houthis Threaten Shipping Attacks, and U.S. Arrests Former Columbia Student Over Hamas Ties
Israel has halted electricity supplies to Gaza following the suspension of humanitarian aid. Meanwhile, Yemen’s Houthi movement has threatened to resume attacks on Israeli ships if aid is not allowed into Gaza. In the U.S., federal agents arrested a former Columbia University student for alleged ties to Hamas-supporting activities.
Unity Amidst Crisis: Jews and Christians Gather for Historic Shabbat in Dallas
In a powerful display of solidarity during a critical time for Israel, 150 Jews and Christians gathered in Dallas, Texas for an unprecedented weekend that many participants described as nothing short of miraculous.
Trump’s Ultimatum to Hamas, Arrest in Bat Yam Bus Bombing, and Israel’s Defense of Gaza Aid Halt
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said President Trump has lost patience with Hamas over the hostage crisis. Israeli authorities arrested the terrorist behind the Bat Yam bus bombing, part of a coordinated attack. Meanwhile, Israel defended halting Gaza aid, arguing Hamas exploits supplies while hostages remain in captivity.
Evangelical Leaders in Jerusalem call for Israeli sovereignty over Biblical heartland
A group of Conservative American evangelical leaders recently visited Jerusalem, expressing robust support for Israeli sovereignty over Judea and Samaria—the biblical heartland of the Jewish people—and calling for an end to Hamas rule in the Gaza Strip.
