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Police investigating if Jerusalem crash death caused by rock attack

Police investigating if Jerusalem crash death caused by rock attack

According to police spokesman Micky Rosenfeld, several rocks were thrown at Alexander Levlovitz vehicle at approximately 11 p.m.   Police on Tuesday were investigating whether… Read More ›

Israel vows to stop Palestinian stone throwers ‘using all means necessary’

Israel vows to stop Palestinian stone throwers ‘using all means necessary’

Netanyahu issued the statement at the conclusion of an emergency meeting that was convened following the death of an Israeli national, Alexander Levlovitz.   Israel’s… Read More ›

Netanyahu to convene emergency meeting on harsher punishment for stone-throwing

Netanyahu to convene emergency meeting on harsher punishment for stone-throwing

Announcement of ministerial session comes amid high tension in Jerusalem over the Jewish New Year.   Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called to convene an… Read More ›

Australia’s new PM may be Jewish, but hasn’t given it much thought

Australia’s new PM may be Jewish, but hasn’t given it much thought

Malcolm Turnbull said his mother claimed Jewish ancestry, but is more interested ‘on the here and now’ than researching his roots   Australia’s next prime… Read More ›

2 hurt, 9 arrested in second day of Temple Mount clashes

2 hurt, 9 arrested in second day of Temple Mount clashes

Policeman injured in confrontation on the Mount, while Jewish man is attacked at Chain Gate; both treated at the scene   Two Palestinian Muslims scuffle with… Read More ›

Man killed in Jerusalem rock-throwing attack named as Alexander Levlovitz

Man killed in Jerusalem rock-throwing attack named as Alexander Levlovitz

Mevasseret resident, 64, smashed into pole after car hit, may also have had heart attack; ‘my dad was murdered,’ writes his son     Police… Read More ›

Opposition MKs back move to crack down on rock throwers

Opposition MKs back move to crack down on rock throwers

Lapid, Livni express support for ‘heavy hand’ to fight terrorism, extend condolences to family of man killed in Jerusalem attack   Opposition politicians on Monday… Read More ›

IN PHOTOS: Gazans embrace the extreme

IN PHOTOS: Gazans embrace the extreme

With lack of options for organized sports, Gaza residents have taken up parkour, motorcross and other extreme sports hoping to compete internationally. Self-taught daredevils in… Read More ›

Driver dies in accident possibly caused by stone-throwing

Driver dies in accident possibly caused by stone-throwing

Man returning from Rosh Hashanah dinner loses control of car; police investigate if crash was result of stones being thrown at car or if driver… Read More ›

Second day of Temple Mount clashes

Second day of Temple Mount clashes

At least nine arrested on Rosh Hashanah as police pelted with stones; Netanyahu announces ’emergency meeting’ to discuss attacks. The Temple Mount saw clashes between… Read More ›

US calls for Israeli, Palestinian restraint in Jerusalem after clashes

US calls for Israeli, Palestinian restraint in Jerusalem after clashes

State Department expresses concern over escalating tensions around Temple Mount after clashes between Palestinian rioters, Israeli security forces.   WASHINGTON – The US State Department… Read More ›

IDF hints at first Gaza war crimes indictment against high-level officer

IDF hints at first Gaza war crimes indictment against high-level officer

The IDF on Sunday published a speech given by Magistrate Advocate General Maj. Gen. Danny Efroni in which he heavily implied that the IDF was… Read More ›

Putin touts Jewish values in Rosh Hashanah message

Putin touts Jewish values in Rosh Hashanah message

Russian leader’s annual New Year letter to Jews recalls traditional and historical efforts to make peace between people   Russian President Vladimir Putin dwelt on… Read More ›

Jerusalem – After Iran Deal, Obama Struggles To Regain Israel’s Trust

Jerusalem – After Iran Deal, Obama Struggles To Regain Israel’s Trust

  Jerusalem – Seeking to sell his nuclear deal with Iran to a skeptical Israeli public, President Barack Obama has repeatedly declared his deep affection… Read More ›

Italy puts Israel out of EuroBasket tournament

Italy puts Israel out of EuroBasket tournament

Israel fails to reach quarterfinals despite Mekel’s best efforts, while Israeli coach Ginzburg hails his winning Czech team   LILLE, France (AP) — Italy rolled… Read More ›

Israeli seriously wounded in Jerusalem rock-throwing attack

Israeli seriously wounded in Jerusalem rock-throwing attack

Car carrying 3 individuals returning from Rosh Hashanah dinner comes under attack by Palestinian assailants hurling stones   An Israeli man was seriously wounded and… Read More ›

The Goldin rule: Rabbinate approves new prayer for Shabbat, holidays

The Goldin rule: Rabbinate approves new prayer for Shabbat, holidays

New prayer initiaited by New York Jewish community calls for the bodies of IDF soldiers killed in Gaza to be returned for burial in Israel.… Read More ›

Obama disliked in Israeli polls

Obama disliked in Israeli polls

Despite attempts at reconciliation after conclusion of Iran deal, US president still struggles to find favor with Israelis more than any other country. Seeking to… Read More ›

Israel considers natural gas pipeline to Gaza Strip

Israel considers natural gas pipeline to Gaza Strip

Proposed by Qatar, the pipeline would connect Israel to Gaza’s power plant and relieve electricity shortage there; Qatar and Palestinian Authority to finance project. Jerusalem… Read More ›

Police: Stone-throwing causes accident in Jerusalem, one seriously wounded

Police: Stone-throwing causes accident in Jerusalem, one seriously wounded

Police were searching the area for suspects.   Three people were injured in Jerusalem on Sunday night when their car was pelted with stones, causing… Read More ›