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Bennett’s pandemic plan seems all talk, no action

Bennett’s pandemic plan seems all talk, no action

Despite his media friendly news conference, Bennett’s declarations on how he’ll battle the new COVID strain ring hollow in the face of uncertainty and lack… Read More ›

3 Jewish filmmakers were arrested in Nigeria, accused of working with rebels. Their families say they were just donating a Torah scroll.

3 Jewish filmmakers were arrested in Nigeria, accused of working with rebels. Their families say they were just donating a Torah scroll.

NIGERIA (JTA) – Three Jewish filmmakers working on a documentary about far-flung Jewish communities in Africa have been detained for days by Nigerian authorities and… Read More ›

When it comes to the IDF, it’s not size that matters

When it comes to the IDF, it’s not size that matters

Opinion: Despite warnings of waning conscription into the military, the Israel Defense Forces does not lack the manpower nor the means to subdue our enemies… Read More ›

Hezbollah releases new video of 2006 abduction of IDF soldiers on anniversary

Hezbollah releases new video of 2006 abduction of IDF soldiers on anniversary

15 years after the abduction of Eldad Regev and Ehud Goldwasser, which marked the start of the Second Lebanon War, Hezbollah releases new footage from… Read More ›

Small numbers, large threats: Is IDF big enough to wage war on multiple fronts?

Small numbers, large threats: Is IDF big enough to wage war on multiple fronts?

Analysis: Outgoing deputy chief of staff warns that prioritizing technology over manpower will make it harder for military in future multifaceted campaigns, as seen during… Read More ›

In possible sign of thaw, Turkey’s Erdogan talks with new Israeli president

In possible sign of thaw, Turkey’s Erdogan talks with new Israeli president

Isaac Herzog and Turkish president pledge to maintain contact ‘and ongoing dialogue’ despite differences, after years of strained ties President Isaac Herzog spoke Monday evening… Read More ›

‘Benjamin Netanyahu does not deserve credit for economic success’

‘Benjamin Netanyahu does not deserve credit for economic success’

Former finance minister Israel Katz is one of the most veteran figures in Likud and has headed its governing secretariat for two decades. In rare… Read More ›

Is restoring Israel-Poland ties a Sisyphean task?

Is restoring Israel-Poland ties a Sisyphean task?

Opinion: While Jerusalem’s relationship with Warsaw has suffered from the law on Holocaust restitution, the trouble started years earlier; what is important now is that… Read More ›

Netanyahus move out of PM’s residence after 12 years

Netanyahus move out of PM’s residence after 12 years

In line with agreement with Bennett, ex-premier and his family vacate house on Balfour Street, nearly a month after new government formed Former prime minister… Read More ›

Fear must not take up the mantle against COVID-19

Fear must not take up the mantle against COVID-19

Opinion: The people of Israel have fulfilled their part of the agreement with the government and put their trust in the vaccine; now it’s time… Read More ›

Court rules law punishing parents for childrens’ rock-throwing illegal

Court rules law punishing parents for childrens’ rock-throwing illegal

A lawyer for Adalah – the NGO which filed the appeal to the High Court – said it is an “invalid, discriminatory and vengeful tool… Read More ›

US now to ‘prioritize’ pushing Israel to stop demolishing terrorists’ homes

US now to ‘prioritize’ pushing Israel to stop demolishing terrorists’ homes

Blinken personally raised concern with Israel before Thursday’s destruction of family home of Palestinian-American man alleged to have killed Israeli teen in May The State… Read More ›

Coronavirus czar rules out another lockdown for time being as cases flare up

Coronavirus czar rules out another lockdown for time being as cases flare up

Prof. Nachman Ash reveals first cases of highly transmissible Delta variant detected in ultra-Orthodox and Arab sectors, says daily cases still relatively low but ‘trajectory… Read More ›

Netanyahu cut off the government’s nose to spite the country’s face

Netanyahu cut off the government’s nose to spite the country’s face

Opinion: If the former PM and his allies say there is no merit to a law they renewed each year when they were in power,… Read More ›

As Israel mulls 3rd virus shot, study shows antibody levels high after 6 months

As Israel mulls 3rd virus shot, study shows antibody levels high after 6 months

Study also indicates that elderly, immunocompromised retained high antibody levels; government weighing new measures amid signs vaccine less effective against Delta variant Israeli health workers… Read More ›

Boston Jews Rally Together After Streak Of Attacks In The Area

Boston Jews Rally Together After Streak Of Attacks In The Area

BOSTON (JTA) – Days after a series of violent acts stunned Greater Boston and threatened its Jewish community, residents are jolted but resolute, vowing to… Read More ›

Pfizer vaccine protection takes a hit as Delta variant spreads, Israeli government says

Pfizer vaccine protection takes a hit as Delta variant spreads, Israeli government says

The Israeli government says its analysis has shown the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine appears to be less effective against infections caused by the Delta variant compared… Read More ›

Israel, South Korea strike COVID vaccine exchange deal

Israel, South Korea strike COVID vaccine exchange deal

Israel and South Korea signed a deal for the transfer of vaccines between the two countries, with Israel sending the first batch. Israel signed a… Read More ›

A president defined by his prime minister

A president defined by his prime minister

Opinion: Reuven Rivlin’s seven years in office have been colored by his contentious relationship with Netanyahu that led to accusations of treason by his own… Read More ›

Israel confirms vaccine less effective against Delta variant, eyes third dose

Israel confirms vaccine less effective against Delta variant, eyes third dose

PM Bennett instructs Health Ministry to promote medical studies into long-term efficacy of Pfizer vaccine to provide decision-makers with ‘vital information’ on booster shots Israel’s… Read More ›