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Jewish graduate of Cornell

Julia Hyman, Jewish graduate of Cornell, killed in Manhattan shooting

Julia Hyman, a 27-year-old Cornell graduate, identified as one of four victims in Monday's tragic Manhattan shooting. Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff issues a heartfelt statement mourning her loss.

Julia Hyman, Jewish graduate of Cornell, killed in Manhattan shooting

The brink of strategic shift?

Gaza on the brink of strategic shift? Dramatic options before the Cabinet

Netanyahu is expected to convene a critical discussion on Gaza strategy. Among the options: a ground maneuver in central Gaza and isolating the population from Hamas.

Gaza on the brink of strategic shift? Dramatic options before the Cabinet

Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt call on Hamas to disarm, leave Gaza

17 nations agree on statement calling for Hamas to lay down its arms and end its rule in Gaza during UN conference calling for the creation of a Palestinian Arab state.

Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt call on Hamas to disarm, leave Gaza

Typical day in Israel:

Mike Huckabee shelters in Jerusalem during missile attack, says 'the show will go on'

During a missile attack from Yemen, U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee sheltered at Jerusalem’s Begin Center, calling it 'another typical day in Israel' and condemning Hamas supporters as 'sick.'

Mike Huckabee shelters in Jerusalem during missile attack, says 'the show will go on'

Released hostage:

Six months after her release: Arbel Yehud speaks about the ongoing fears and pain

Six months after her release from Hamas captivity, Arbel Yehud shares the emotional pain of leaving her partner behind, calls on Israeli leaders to take bold action to bring the remaining hostages home.

Six months after her release: Arbel Yehud speaks about the ongoing fears and pain

Sirens in Jerusalem

Sirens in Jerusalem after missile launched at Israel from Yemen

Sirens also sound in parts of central Israel following Houthi missile attack. The missile was intercepted.

Sirens in Jerusalem after missile launched at Israel from Yemen

MK Zvi Sukkot receives severe threat letter demanding he vote against government

After receiving a letter threatening to harm his family and demanding that he vote against the government, MK Zvi Sukkot calls on the Shin Bet to act before harm is done.

MK Zvi Sukkot receives severe threat letter demanding he vote against government

Dutch Amb. to Israel summoned for reprimand

Foreign Minister Sa'ar tells Dutch Amb. Marriët Schuurman 'the Dutch government's policy towards Israel fuels antisemitism in the Netherlands.'

Dutch Amb. to Israel summoned for reprimand

Netanyahu to hostage families

Netanyahu to hostage families: 'There's 1 big obstacle - Hamas'

PM releases video addressing the families of the remaining hostages in which he blames Hamas for their continued captivity. 'Since the return of the delegation from Qatar, we have not stopped trying.'

Netanyahu to hostage families: 'There's 1 big obstacle - Hamas'

Starmer's ultimatum

Starmer's ultimatum: UK will recognize Palestinian state by September

British PM issues ultimatum to Israel threatening to follow France's lead if the situation in Gaza does not improve.

Starmer's ultimatum: UK will recognize Palestinian state by September

Emotional gesture:

Philipino hostage survivor names his newborn daughter Yisraela

Jimmy Pacheco, Philipino worker taken hostage from Kibbutz Nir Oz and released from Hamas captivity, names his fourth daughter Yisraela, as a tribute to Israel.

Philipino hostage survivor names his newborn daughter Yisraela

Attempted lynching in Mount Hebron: Yinon Levi released

Judge Chavi Toker rejected the police's request to extend Levi’s detention. Levi had fired at rioters who surrounded him during development work; a Palestinian Arab was killed by the gunfire.

Attempted lynching in Mount Hebron: Yinon Levi released

UJA mourns Wesley LePatner, killed in Midtown shooting

The UJA Federation of New York mourns Wesley LePatner, a devoted board member and community leader, killed in the Midtown shooting, who was honored for her leadership and deep commitment to Jewish life.

UJA mourns Wesley LePatner, killed in Midtown shooting

Huckabee

Huckabee: 'French recognizing Palestine like giving Nazis a victory after WW2'

US Amb. to Israel says there is no "rift" between Netanyahu and Trump, warns French move to recognize Palestine as a state causing Hamas to harden its positions.

Huckabee: 'French recognizing Palestine like giving Nazis a victory after WW2'

Watch:

Watch: Duvdevan elite soldiers arrest terrorists who planned to attack

Over the past month Duvdevan Unit fighters and Shin Bet arrested 12 terrorists who were planning to carry out attacks in Judea and Samaria. Watch footage from one of the arrests.

Watch: Duvdevan elite soldiers arrest terrorists who planned to attack

IDF assessment

IDF assessment: Northern Arrows crippled Hezbollah’s capabilities

The IDF reports that Operation Northern Arrows significantly damaged Hezbollah’s operational readiness and severely reduced the group’s ability to launch indirect fire at Israel — all while enabling most northern Israeli residents to return home.

IDF assessment: Northern Arrows crippled Hezbollah’s capabilities

Connecticut to Jerusalem:

From Connecticut to Jerusalem: Shalhevet Cohen joins her Zionist family in Israel

Shalhevet Cohen fulfills a lifelong dream, making Aliyah and reuniting with her sisters and grandparents in Israel, bringing personal passion and professional ambition to Jerusalem while continuing a proud Zionist family legacy.

From Connecticut to Jerusalem: Shalhevet Cohen joins her Zionist family in Israel

Defense Min on day after

Defense Minister on the day after: 'We need the IDF to be around & Inside Gaza'

Defense Minister Israel Katz outlines his vision for the day after the war in Gaza: "The goal is to defeat Hamas; we need to be responsible for security in Gaza."

Defense Minister on the day after: 'We need the IDF to be around & Inside Gaza'

Actor Alon Abutbul collapses and dies on beach

60-year-old Alon Abutbul swam this morning at Habonim beach and when coming out of the water he collapsed; despite resuscitation attempts he died.

Actor Alon Abutbul collapses and dies on beach

IDF

IDF: 52 aid packages airdropped into Gaza

Over the past few hours, 52 aid packages, containing food for the residents of both the southern and northern Gaza Strip, were airdropped.

IDF: 52 aid packages airdropped into Gaza

Watch:

Watch: Reporter booed for asking Trump about Netanyahu

The question came as Trump played the inaugural round on a new course in Aberdeen to finish his trip to Europe.

Watch: Reporter booed for asking Trump about Netanyahu

Gush Etzion:

Six Jewish outposts in Gush Etzion demolished in coordinated operation

Residents report violence during demolitions, accuse Civil Administration of aiding Arab land grabs; say outposts were vital to securing area and stopping PA expansion.

Six Jewish outposts in Gush Etzion demolished in coordinated operation

New Study:

New Study: Earth is rapidly drying out

A new study reveals an accelerated land drying process worldwide, a decrease in freshwater availability, and an increasing contribution of continents to sea level rise.

New Study: Earth is rapidly drying out

Watch:

Watch: IDF destroys weapons storage facility in Gaza

IDF troops eliminated several terrorists who posed a threat, while the IAF targeted terrorist infrastructure and multiple weapons storage facilities over the past day.

Watch: IDF destroys weapons storage facility in Gaza

Foreign Minister Sa'ar:

Foreign Minister Sa'ar: International pressure undermining ceasefire efforts

Top diplomat warns Hamas emboldened by external calls to halt Israel's military campaign.

Foreign Minister Sa'ar: International pressure undermining ceasefire efforts

Israeli fires in self-defense amid arab riot, faces arrest

Yinon Levi, previously sanctioned by the US, arrested after defending himself from Arab rioters—one of whom was a producer of the anti-Israel film No Other Land—during violent incident near Carmel.

Israeli fires in self-defense amid arab riot, faces arrest

Watch:

Watch: Israeli singer hits back at pro-Palestinian protester

Regina Spektor decided to take a direct approach to the hecklers during a concert in Portland.

Watch: Israeli singer hits back at pro-Palestinian protester

Watch:

Hamas caught on camera looting aid, blocking relief to Gazans

Video shows armed Hamas operatives seizing humanitarian supplies meant for civilians; IDF says terror group is blocking aid distribution in Gaza.

Hamas caught on camera looting aid, blocking relief to Gazans

Study finds one in five young Australians witness antisemitism

National survey shows rising antisemitic sentiment and local incidents, with nearly a third of Australians expressing negative views toward Jews.

Study finds one in five young Australians witness antisemitism

Report:

Report: October 7th massacre trauma turned Israelis to crime

The Public Defender's report indicates an increase in cases where citizens without a criminal record become involved in criminal proceedings, often due to mental distress and poverty.

Report: October 7th massacre trauma turned Israelis to crime

Haredi Yeshivot fear rising enlistment rates among their students

Haredi leadership believes that any students enlisting could mean a crack in the traditional stance against service in the IDF.

Haredi Yeshivot fear rising enlistment rates among their students

Security Cabinet meets, makes no decisions on Gaza operations

Limited forum reviews IDF plans but defers decisions; further meetings expected this week.

Security Cabinet meets, makes no decisions on Gaza operations

IDF orders removal of missionary materials from bases

Following Or L'Achim warning, IDF issues directive to purge and prevent missionary flyers included in gifts to soldiers; protocols to be reinforced across all units.

IDF orders removal of missionary materials from bases

Gunman neutralized

Shooting in Midtown Manhattan leaves four dead, gunman neutralized

Shooting in Midtown Manhattan results in four fatalities, including a New York Police Department officer. The shooter, a 27-year-old from Las Vegas is also dead from an apparent self-inflicted injury.

Shooting in Midtown Manhattan leaves four dead, gunman neutralized

Netherlands decides:

Netherlands decides: Smotrich and Ben Gvir to be barred entry

Netherlands to ban Smotrich and Ben Gvir from entering the country. The Israeli ambassador will be summoned for a discussion.

Netherlands decides: Smotrich and Ben Gvir to be barred entry

Sderot Mayor:

Sderot Mayor: Anyone imagining a deal with Hamas doesn’t understand the reality

As part of the "Decisive Victory" encampment led by wounded soldiers near the Knesset, Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi visits to express gratitude and support their call for a complete victory over Hamas.

Sderot Mayor: Anyone imagining a deal with Hamas doesn’t understand the reality

Lapid:

Lapid: The Gaza campaign has spun out of control

Opposition leader blasts government policy in Gaza and warns of continued escalation. Ministers and right-wing figures strongly condemn his remarks.

Lapid: The Gaza campaign has spun out of control

Consul General Akunis:

Consul General Akunis: There is no starvation in Gaza - Hamas lies must be exposed

Israeli Consul General in New York, Ofir Akunis, rejects claims of starvation in Gaza, says Hamas steals aid and spreads lies.

Consul General Akunis: There is no starvation in Gaza - Hamas lies must be exposed

Satellite images reveal:

Satellite images reveal renewed Iranian nuclear work at Isfahan and Fordow

Satellite images show Iran has reopened a blocked tunnel at its Isfahan nuclear complex, with signs of new construction at Fordow. Expert David Albright warns the regime may be preparing to quickly restore key underground nuclear capabilities.

Satellite images reveal renewed Iranian nuclear work at Isfahan and Fordow

Strock sets deadline

Strock: Without a decisive victory, there is no reason for this government to continue

Minister Orit Strock visits wounded soldiers' encampment near the Prime Minister’s Office and declares: A plan for swift victory is essential, or we will leave the government.

Strock: Without a decisive victory, there is no reason for this government to continue




















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