Articles by: JewishNews-Ester

Report: Trump says Netanyahu prolongs Gaza war to stay in power

Report: Trump says Netanyahu prolongs Gaza war to stay in power

US president and his aides believe Netanyahu is prolonging the war in Gaza to maintain his political power, despite Israel having already achieved its military… Read More ›

Our soldiers must not be left to deal with trauma alone – editorial

Our soldiers must not be left to deal with trauma alone – editorial

The IDF has said that 21 soldiers took their own lives in 2024 – most of them in reserves – while 2023 saw 17 suicides.… Read More ›

An Irish baby was discarded in a septic tank 80 years ago. Her sister won’t rest until she’s buried

An Irish baby was discarded in a septic tank 80 years ago. Her sister won’t rest until she’s buried

Tuam, Ireland — When Annette McKay’s first grandson was born, she thought her mother, Maggie O’Connor, would be over the moon. She had become a… Read More ›

Netanyahu set to visit White House July 7 as US pushes for end to Gaza war

Netanyahu set to visit White House July 7 as US pushes for end to Gaza war

Prime minister holds second meeting on ceasefire in as many days, but disagreements remain; official says Israel trying to get US to press Qatar to… Read More ›

Putin’s surprising reason for not providing war aid to Iran: ‘Israel is almost a Russian-speaking country’

Putin’s surprising reason for not providing war aid to Iran: ‘Israel is almost a Russian-speaking country’

The Russian president was asked at a press conference why Moscow was not helping Tehran more and replied that ‘almost two million Russian-speaking people live… Read More ›

Greta Thunberg among voluntarily deported activists, eight remain in detention

Greta Thunberg among voluntarily deported activists, eight remain in detention

Four of the activists are departing the country, including Greta Thunberg. However, eight have refused to leave and will be transferred to Givon detention facility.… Read More ›

Appeals court pauses ruling that blocked Trump’s tariffs

Appeals court pauses ruling that blocked Trump’s tariffs

A federal appeals court has paused Wednesday night’s ruling from the Court of International Trade that blocked President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The United States Court… Read More ›

Democratic Rep. McIver charged with assault after skirmish at ICE center, New Jersey prosecutor says

Democratic Rep. McIver charged with assault after skirmish at ICE center, New Jersey prosecutor says

WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic Rep. LaMonica McIver is being charged with assault after a skirmish with federal officers who arrested the Newark mayor outside an… Read More ›

Hundreds of Israeli workers could be affected by Teva layoffs

Hundreds of Israeli workers could be affected by Teva layoffs

Analysis: The pharmaceutical giant has announced an 8% cut in its workforce to improve efficiency;  About 300 employees in Israel are expected to be laid… Read More ›

Trump announces US truce with Houthis, who say their strikes on Israel will continue

Trump announces US truce with Houthis, who say their strikes on Israel will continue

President says rebel group agreed to cease attacks on US vessels, in what Omani mediator says will ensure Red Sea freedom of navigation; Israel caught… Read More ›

IDF aerial defenses intercept Houthi missile strike on Arava

IDF aerial defenses intercept Houthi missile strike on Arava

No injuries or damage reported in ballistic missile attack that comes just over 24 hours after Houthis target the southern city of Beer sheva  The… Read More ›

Hamas claims it lost contact with group holding Edan Alexander hostage

Hamas claims it lost contact with group holding Edan Alexander hostage

Hamas kidnapped American-Israeli Edan Alexander on October 7, 2023 and has been held in Gaza since. Hamas’s Al-Qassam Brigades claimed they have lost contact with… Read More ›

Wanted world leaders cast a wary eye at The Hague as Duterte languishes in ICC custody

Wanted world leaders cast a wary eye at The Hague as Duterte languishes in ICC custody

The dramatic arrest of the Philippines’ controversial former president in March sent shock waves through much of the world – and cast a renewed spotlight… Read More ›

Senior Hamas official killed in targeted strike on Gaza hospital as IDF offensive widens

Senior Hamas official killed in targeted strike on Gaza hospital as IDF offensive widens

Terror group confirms death of Ismail Barhoum, whom Defense Minister Katz says was new ‘Hamas PM in Gaza’; army deploys third division to southern Israel… Read More ›

Israel can no longer ignore Gaza’s future

Israel can no longer ignore Gaza’s future

Opinion: Seventeen months into war, Hamas still rules enclave, largely due to Netanyahu’s refusal to discuss any realistic post-war plan; Egypt’s proposal of replacing terror group… Read More ›

‘Hi, I’m Dr. Hamas’: Emily Damari’s chilling testimony on ‘treatment’ received in captivity

‘Hi, I’m Dr. Hamas’: Emily Damari’s chilling testimony on ‘treatment’ received in captivity

“Hamas provided me with no medical treatment except for an expired bottle of iodine and some bandages,” Damari recounted. Emily Damari, a survivor of Hamas… Read More ›

Analysis: Trump delivers another blow to Ukraine and a new boost to Putin

Analysis: Trump delivers another blow to Ukraine and a new boost to Putin

It looked like things couldn’t get any darker for Ukraine. Then President Donald Trump spoke up. After cutting President Volodymyr Zelensky out of the first US talks… Read More ›

Discussion Begin In Doha To Extend First Stage Of Hostage Deal, Prevent Resumption Of War

Discussion Begin In Doha To Extend First Stage Of Hostage Deal, Prevent Resumption Of War

As Prime Minister Netanyahu’s significant visit to Washington concluded, a source in Netanyahu’s entourage told the Yisrael Hayom newspaper that: “Discussions have begun with the… Read More ›

Islamic Jihad releases propaganda video with sign of life from hostage Arbel Yehoud

Islamic Jihad releases propaganda video with sign of life from hostage Arbel Yehoud

Israel says Hamas list shows 18 of remaining first-phase hostages are alive, 8 are dead; delegation from terror group arrives in Cairo to discuss Gaza… Read More ›

Trump administration plans ICC sanctions over arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant

Trump administration plans ICC sanctions over arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant

Trump administration is preparing sanctions against ICC officials following arrest warrants for prime minister and former defense minister; Measures include freezing assets and travel bans,… Read More ›