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Notes part I (May 7 - June 7)

Shin Bet chief visits Malmo ahead of Eurovision - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/07/2024 11:01 AM INN

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Watch: IDF forces enter Rafah. IDF publishes footage of forces entering, taking control of Rafah Crossing between Gaza and Egypt. Israel National News, May 7, 2024, 12:55 PM (GMT+3) INN

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NYC Mayor to Arutz Sheva: 'These are not protests, this is dangerous radicalization'. Yoni Kempinski May 7, 2024, 1:20 AM INN

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IAF aircraft eliminate terror cell in Beit Hanoun. Israel National News, May 7, 2024, 1:11 PM INN

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Imagining a world without antisemitism.

In this utopian world in which Jew-hatred was nothing but a bad memory, Hamas would have no reason to exist. Instead of building rockets and tunnels, the residents of Gaza could turn their coastal enclave into a paradise with a bustling economy and a high standard of living. Op-ed. Gary Willig, May 7, 2024, 2:10 PM. INN

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‘Go Back to Poland!’ Resonates With Me. In Lodz in 1937, his fellow city councilmen shouted at my father: ‘Go to Palestine!’ By Nathan Lewin. May 7, 2024 4:13 pm ET

‘Go back to Poland.” So chanted some of the pro-Hamas protesters at Columbia University in recent weeks. The message, directed at Jewish students, has stuck with me.

I was born in Lodz, Poland, in 1936. In that year my father, a rabbi who also earned a doctorate in law at the University of Lviv, was elected to the City Council of Lodz. The city had about 700,000 residents and was one-third Jewish. The council was dissolved after several stormy meetings. When elections were again held in 1938, my father was re-elected. During his first term Isaac Lewin earned a reputation as a vigorous and articulate defender of the Jewish population of Lodz. Violent antisemitism endangered the city’s Jewish residents. Many were murdered on the streets, their deaths unpunished and praised by antisemitic council members of the National Camp party. Three particularly outspoken Jew-haters on the council were named Kowalski, Czernik and Schweidler.

My parents fled Poland in September 1939, after the Nazi army invaded the country and days before its arrival in Lodz. Among the papers my father took with him as we crossed the border into Lithuania in the middle of the night were transcript pages of sessions of the Lodz City Council. A half-century after our arrival in America as refugees, he published English translations in a 1992 volume of essays titled “In Defense of Human Rights.” (He died at 89 in 1995.)

My father spoke at a council session on Jan. 28, 1937, about “terrible things happening on the streets of Lodz”—the latest being the fatal stabbing that day of a 23-year-old Jew. Councilman Kowalski responded to news of the killing, “Bravo, bravo,” after which the transcript reports “noise in the hall.” Councilman Czernik then chimed in: “I am ready to kill hundreds of you in one hour.” The transcript recites that the president called: “Order. Order!”

My father continued in a conciliatory vein: “The City Council should appeal to the citizens that peace be restored. The City Council should teach the population the lesson of peace and call upon all inhabitants to live in peace.”

Councilman Schweidler immediately responded: “In Palestine, you can speak of peace!”

“We are proud of Palestine,” my father said, “and you do not have the right to tell us what we should do in Palestine.”

The transcript documents that, pounding his rostrum, Kowalski seconded Schweidler’s directive: “Go to Palestine.”

Is today’s “Go to Poland” truly different from the “Go to Palestine” abusively hurled at my father? Czernik’s sadistic 1937 dream of killing hundreds of Jews in one hour was realized with the Holocaust and repeated with the Oct. 7 massacre. But the sliver of land between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea that my father’s Jew-hating colleagues then called “Palestine” is very different today.

Israel preserves the rights of all residents, whether or not they are Jewish, against vicious assaults. The embattled democracy seeks only—as my father urged—to live in peace. WSJ [1]

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US government outraged at Hamas response Israel National news, May 7, 2024, 3:31 PM INN

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Columbia prof.: 'Israeli friends will be harmed first'. Yoni Kempinski May 7, 2024, 3:27 PM INN

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Israeli official: Hamas proposal is unacceptable. New proposal includes demand for Israel to release re-arrested 'Shalit deal' terrorists senior Israeli official tells Reuters that Hamas' counteroffer to the Egyptian proposal is unacceptable to Israel, and Israel will rethink its next steps.

Israel National News, May 7, 2024, 2:48 PM INN

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Residents of Gaza border communities can return in two to three year, Israeli official says. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/07/2024 03:59 PM JPost

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IDF tanks take control of Gazan side of Rafah Crossing to Egypt, key road captured. By Emanuel Fabian. Official says army launched ‘limited operation’ aimed at pressuring Hamas to accept a deal; army says 20 gunmen killed, 3 tunnels found, explosive-laden car hit as it drove at tank. 07 May 2024 TOI

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NYT: Mediators 'frustrated' by Hamas's now rejecting deal terms it proposed in March. By Lazar Berman. 07 May 2024. TOI

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Watch: IDF destroys launcher used to fire at Israel. IAF aircraft strike rocket launcher that was used to fire projectiles toward Israel, less than an hour after they were fired. Israel National News, May 7, 2024, 11:30 PM. ...approximately 12 projectiles were also identified crossing from the area of Rafah in southern Gaza into the area of Re'im earlier on Tuesday... INN

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Lior Rudaeff murdered, his body is held by Hamas. Hostages Families Forum Headquarters announces that hostage believed to have been kidnapped on October 7 was killed that day and his body was taken to Gaza by terrorists. Israel National News, May 7, 2024, 9:43 PM INN

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Swedish singer Erik Saade violates Eurovision rules, performs holding keffiyeh. Amid fears of major pro-Palestinian riot in Malmö, Erik Saade performs in opening of contest's first semi-final, ignoring EBU regulations by wrapping the black-and-white keffiyeh around his wrist; Israeli starlet Eden Golan set to perform 'Hurricane' on Thursday in the 2nd semi final. Raz Shechnik, Malmö | published: 05.07.24 |23:26 YNet

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CRYBABIES: Hunger-Striking Princeton Protestors Moan That Nobody Is Monitoring Their Health [SEE THE VIDEOS] May 8, 2024 YWN

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UN Official Duped By Fake Rabbi’s Invite To Speak On ‘Morality Of Intifada’ At Anti-Israel Protest. Francesca Albanese asked for an honorarium to be transferred to the 'fellowship of her volunteer' for speech on 'morality of intifada' By Kassy Akiva. May 7, 2024. DailyWire.com DailyWire

DOPE: Israel Hating UN Official Duped by Satirical “Chief Rabbi of Gaza” Into Agreeing to Speak at Anti-Israel Event. May 8, 2024. A notoriously anti-Israel United Nations official, Francesca Albanese, was tricked into agreeing to speak at an anti-Israel event at Columbia University by a satirical account posing as the “Chief Rabbi of Gaza.” The account, “Rabbi Linda Goldstein,” is known for mocking progressive anti-Israel talking points.

The Daily Wire, which published the hilarious idiocy of Albanese, revealed that “Goldstein” – who is actually a male lawyer whose name isn’t public – emailed Albanese, the UN’s Special Rapporteur on the Palestinian territories, inviting her to deliver a keynote address on the “Morality of Intifada” to thousands of students gathered at the Gaza solidarity encampment. Albanese’s research assistant, Eleonora De Martin, responded, asking for more details on the topic and length.

Despite being told the speech would defend “intifada,” De Martin maintained interest and asked about an honorarium. Goldstein offered a small honorarium, which De Martin requested be transferred to the “fellowship of her volunteer” due to official capacity restrictions. YWN.

Gaza ‘chief rabbi’ dupes staff of UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese. A United Nations watchdog is calling for a probe of Albanese after one of her staff members appeared to try to bypass rules about honoraria. Mike Wagenheim. (May 8, 2024 / JNS) Hillel Neuer, executive director of U.N. Watch, is calling for an investigation of Francesca Albanese after a staff member for the U.N. special rapporteur for the Palestinian-controlled territories appeared to ask that an honorarium circumvent United Nations rules. JNS

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BBC (fake) News – written by terrorists – the proof. May 8, 2024. This exclusive shows without doubt that the BBC puts out blatant fake news reports, and it also proves that the sources they rely upon for news include Al Jazeera, Hamas, and Islamic Jihad!

Hamas propaganda – the mass graves of Nasser Hospital. As part of the move south, the Israeli forces began to close in on the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis. In mid-January fighting between Israel and the terrorist factions became intense in the *vicinity* of the hospital. Hamas propaganda channels were reporting dozens of casualties by January 22. On the same day, Palestinians began burying the bodies (almost certainly mostly dead terrorists) in the grounds of the hospital.... Institutional problem. The above shows just how bad the situation has become. The BBC is sharing fake news provided to them by terrorist groups. But as I was putting this report together three additional BBC incidents occurred that can be used to show that the problem with the BBC appears unsalvageable.

One: On the 29 April the BBC ran a story by Adnan El-Bursh, the Gazan based BBC Arabic correspondent. In it El-Bursh describes his life in Gaza during the war. But the article also highlights the deep friendship between El-Bursh and Wael Al-Dahdouh – the man who runs the Al Jazeera office in Gaza. Al-Dahdouh spent seven years in an Israeli jail for throwing Molotov cocktails. Apparently he was affiliated with Islamic Jihad at the time. His brother, his son, over a dozen of his cousins, his nephews and his brother-in-law were all Islamic Jihad terrorists. His family is considered Islamic Jihad royalty. This is a man a BBC correspondent should whitewash, admire and respect?

Two: On May 1, another BBC Arabic journalist, Lebanon-based Rami Ruhayem, sent an email to BBC executives which downplayed the October 7 atrocities and incredibly suggested BBC material is biased towards Israel. And here is the truth. The BBC attempts balance between terrorist supporters and Israel supporters, between the terrorists and the democracy. In doing this it falls into a rabbit hole it cannot escape from. Not only is much of the material the BBC rely on anti-Israel junk, but it will never been enough for those who support the terrorists.

Three: On May 5, the BBC published an article about the student protest at Newcastle University. The article whitewashed the event – making it seem peaceful and benign. One of the leaders of the protest publicly celebrated October 7. The BBC journalist did no research and clearly just wanted to paint the protestors in a positive light. It is impossible to imagine the BBC writing about far right protestors in such a fashion regardless of the physically passive nature of the protest.

This is the output of the BBC these days. It is not accidental. The anti-Israel virus is in the BBC’s very DNA. The BBC is producing fake news provided by terrorist groups. It really is difficult to see any way back from here. David Collier

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Have Campus Protests Backfired? Wednesday, May 08, 2024.

If the goal of students in recent campus protests was to make American voters more sympathetic to Palestinians, they’ve clearly failed.

The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that just 15% of Likely U.S. Voters say the college protests made them more sympathetic to the Palestinians, while 42% say the protests have made them less sympathetic to the Palestinians. Thirty-seven percent (37%) say the protests have not made much difference in how they view the Palestinians. Rasmussen

Breitbart Nolte — Polls: Hitler Youth Campus Protests Backfired by Double Digits.

John Nolte, 8 May 2024. Polling from Rasmussen Reports shows that the antisemitic protests at left-wing universities have backfired with the public by double digits.

“The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that just 15% of Likely U.S. Voters say the college protests made them more sympathetic to the Palestinians, while 42% say the protests have made them less sympathetic,” writes the pollster. “Thirty-seven percent (37%) say the protests have not made much difference in how they view the Palestinians.”

All across left-wing colleges since April, pro-Hamas Jew-haters staged violent protests in support of genocidal Islamic terrorists and against Israel, which is guilty of nothing more than wanting to be left alone.

These spoiled, entitled, hate-filled bigots staged sit-ins, vandalized buildings, reportedly held working people against their will, and, in the spirit of late Alabama Gov. George Wallace (also a Democrat), blocked Jews from entering public spaces.

Insane! Columbia University Protesters Smash Windows, Barricade Themselves Inside Building

Anyone with any sense of history looks at these campus protests and is reminded of the segregated South when Democrats set up a violent and oppressive Jim Crow system. Or is reminded of the pogroms throughout Russia and Europe. Or is reminded of Kristallnacht, when Hitler’s Brownshirts felt emboldened enough to come right out and launch systematic attacks on Germany’s Jews.

Thankfully, despite the corporate media’s pro-Hamas spin, including Vichy Jake Tapper’s revealing Very Fine People on Both Sides moment, the public is disgusted with these protests.

Rasmussen asked 1,108 likely voters the following: “Have the college protests made you more sympathetic or less sympathetic to the Palestinians?” Only 15 percent said “more sympathetic,” while 42 percent said “less sympathetic.”

That’s a 27-point loss for America’s Hitler Youth.

When asked, “Do you sympathize more with the Israelis or Palestinians” despite all this corporate propaganda, only 19 percent chose the Palestinians, while a majority of 53 percent sided with the Israelis.

The internals show that the protests only earned net-positive reviews from black voters, 35 percent of whom said that the demonstrations made them more sympathetic toward the Palestinians, while only 24 percent said they became less sympathetic. On the question of sympathizing more with the Israelis or Palestinians, it was pretty close. Twenty-seven percent of black voters chose Israel, while 33 percent chose the Palestinians.

Keep in mind that, like Kwanzaa, there is no such thing as “Palestinians.”

These numbers should be 100 percent to zero in favor of Israel. There is no gray area here. The barbaric savages in Hamas butchered, raped, tortured, and mutilated more than a thousand innocent Israeli citizens (including children) and took hundreds more hostage. Hamas is openly dedicated to the annihilation of Israel and the extermination of the Jewish race. Hamas hides behind and seeks casualties among its own civilians. Therefore, Hamas must be exterminated, and while doing more than any country in history to avoid civilian casualties, Israel is 100 percent correct in looking to achieve exactly that. Breitbart

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Open Source Intel @Osint613: WATCH FIU Student: "Are we Anti-Jewish students not worth protecting?" Wait, what? Via @IsraelWarRoom May 8, 2024 on Twitter

A pro-Hamas student at Florida. International University let the cat out of the bag and admitted that the protests are “anti-Jewish” and not just anti-Israel.

In a classic case of the perpetrator playing the victim, the student complained that the pro-Hamas protesters are not being protected from counterprotesters.

“Are we as Arab, Palestinian, Muslim, and anti-Jewish students not worth protecting?” she asked.

It should be noted that she read her speech from a paper, showing that “anti-Jewish” wasn’t merely a slip of the tongue. [2] (YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem) YWN

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Ex-hostage Elma Avraham leaving hospital 5 months after release from Hamas captivity. Ilanan Curiel | 05.08.24. YNet

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Border Police cop injured in W.Bank raid succumbs to wounds. Meir Turgeman | 05.08.24. YNet

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US pause on Israel weapons shipment due to Rafah, Pentagon chief says. Reuters, Itamar Eichner. 05.08.24 YNet

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Ohio AG warns masked students protesting against Israel could be charged under anti-KKK law. By AP and TOI Staff. 9 May 2024, 12:35 am TOI

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Biden threatens to halt transfer of offensive weapons to Israel if IDF enters Rafah. By TOI Staff. 9 May 2024, 1:46 am. US president warns Jerusalem ‘not going to get our support’ if it goes ahead with offensive * Senior Hamas figure says terror group sticking to its terms for truce deal. TOI

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US Senator Graham says delaying arms to Israel akin to 'Hiroshima and Nagasaki on steroids'. GOP lawmaker says US ‘will pay a price’ for ‘obscene’ decision to stop weapons to Israel ‘at a time of great peril’; State Department says considering delaying further weapon shipments to Israel in response to Rafah operation Itamar Eichner, Daniel Edelson, New York | published:05.08.24 | 21:26. YNet

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UK police arrest three men in counter-terrorism investigation. By Reuters. Published: May 8, 2024 23:29. British police said on Wednesday they had arrested three men in northern England on suspicion of "commission, preparation and instigation of acts of terrorism."

The statement issued by Greater Manchester Police did not give further details on the arrests but said police did not currently believe there was any wider threat linked to them. JPost

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Republicans slam Biden for pausing Israel arms shipment. “This is obscene. It is absurd,” said Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.). “Give Israel what they need to fight the war they can’t afford to lose.” Andrew Bernard. (May 8, 2024 / JNS) House and Senate Republicans slammed U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to pause an arms shipment to Israel and demanded that the administration explain why it failed to notify Congress.

Sens. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Ted Budd (R-N.C.) wrote to the Biden administration on Monday asking for answers about the frozen arms deal.

“We are shocked that your administration has reportedly decided to withhold critical ammunition to Israel,” the senators wrote.

“You promised your commitment to Israel was ironclad,” they added. “Pausing much-needed military support to our closest Middle Eastern ally signals otherwise.”

The Biden administration withheld the approval of the sale of two types of precision-guided bombs, the first such delay of an arms sale since Oct. 7, Politico reported on Tuesday. JNS

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Republicans slam Biden for pausing Israel arms shipment. Andrew Bernard. (May 8, 2024) JNS

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Biden to CNN: ‘If they go into Rafah, I’m not supplying the weapons’. “Biden is siding with Hamas over Israel,” said David Friedman, a former U.S. ambassador to Israel. “There’s no other way to say it.” (May 8, 2024) JNS

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IDF attacks Hamas targets in central Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/09/2024 02:01 AM JPost

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Israel strikes south of Damascus. By Maariv. 05/09/2024 05:36 AM JPost

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Police operate to destroy Jerusalem home of terrorist - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. Published: May 9, 2024. Police forces and Border Police officers operated early Thursday morning to destroy the Shuafat home of the terrorist who carried out a terror attack in Re'em Junction a few months ago, Israeli media reported. The attack left two dead and wounded several others. JPost

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Gallant: IDF has pushed Hezbollah back to ‘significant distances’. The IDF announced the death of Staff Sgt. Haim Sabach, 20, who was killed by a Hezbollah missile. (May 9, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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AJC Israel Director: 'October 7 has been forgotten in America.' Yoni Kempinski, May 9, 2024, 9:17 PM INN

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Trump: 'Crooked Joe is taking the side of these terrorists'. The former president insisted on social media that he would have prevented the war and backed Israel's efforts to win it. Israel National News, May 9, 2024, 12:16 PM INN

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Israel's UN ambassador decries US decision to pause weapons transfers - broadcaster. By Reuters. 05/09/2024 09:33 AM JPost

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Ireland and Spain could recognize Palestinian state on May 21, RTE News reports. By Reuters. 05/09/2024 10:41 AM JPost

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Police arrest east Jerusalem resident for suspicion of hanging Hamas flags in Isawiya. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/09/2024 12:13 PM JPost

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Biden under fire over decision to pause weapons to Israel. Israel National News, May 9, 2024, 2:45 PM. US Pres. Joe Biden faces criticism from within the Democratic party, leading Republicans, following his promise that if Israel expands its Rafah operations, the US will halt weapons shipments. INN

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IDF Chief of Staff: 'Our obligation to all is one: to be a shield for our people'. Israel National News, May 9, 2024, 5:37 PM INN

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IED attack near Tzur Harel in Binyamin. Israel National News May 9, 2024, 3:26 PM. INN

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Two UAVs intercepted by IDF in Lebanese territory. Israel National News, May 9, 2024, 6:15 PM INN

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IDF intercepts launches detected from Lebanon, strikes Hezbollah infrastructure. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/09/2024 06:30 PM JPost

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Ahead of Memorial Day: Over 25 thousand have fallen in Israel's wars.

711 servicemen and women fell during the Swords of Iron War, 637 of them were IDF soldiers, 39 were members of local security response teams, 68 were police officers, and 6 were ISA agents. Israel National News, May 9, 2024, 4:55 PM. INN

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"'Sinwar, we will not let you die," protesters chant in Malmo. Gretta Thunberg among thousands of protesters in multiple locations in Malmo calling for destruction of Israel and deportation of Jews back to Poland, ahead of Eden Golan's performance at the Eurovision Song Contest semi-finals. Zeev Avrahami | published: 07.09.24 |17:50. Thousands of protesters many carrying Palestinian flags marched on Thursday in Malmo calling for a boycott of Israel. Greta Thunberg was among the marchers who chanted calls for the destruction of Israel and the Jews. "Send the Jews back to Poland," some of the protesters shouted, "Israel is a murderer, Sinwar we will not let you die," others called.. Protesters, mostly Arabic speakers gathered in each of the locations while Palestinian flags appeared on apartment block windows around the city. [3]. YNet

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The Egyptian connection to Biden's threat. Israel National News. May 10, 2024, 12:06 AM INN

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'You are a true friend of Israel': Jewish and Christian leaders thank Trump. Israel National News. May 10, 2024, 1:14 AM INN

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Hillary Clinton slams anti-Israel protests on college campuses, says students have been fed propaganda. By Jacob Magid. 09 May, 2024, 11:53 pm

Former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton tears into the pro-Palestinian protest movement that has swept across American colleges, calling them ignorant and lamenting that they’re being misinformed by propaganda on social media and in the classroom.

“I have had many conversations with a lot of young people over the last many months. They don’t know very much at all about the history of the Middle East or frankly about history in many areas of the world, including in our own country,” Clinton tells MSNBC’s Morning Joe.

“With respect to the Middle East, they don’t know that under the bringing together of the Israelis and the Palestinians by my husband — then-Israeli prime minister Ehud Barak, the then-head of the Palestinian Liberation Organization Yasser Arafat — an offer was made to the Palestinians for a state on 96% of the existing territory occupied by the Palestinians with 4% of Israel to be given to reach 100% of the amount of territory that was hoped for.”

“This offer was made and if Yasser Arafat had accepted it there would have been a Palestinian state now for about 24 years. It’s one of the great tragedies of history that he was unable to say, ‘yes,'” Clinton laments.

“My husband has a book coming out later this year in which he talks about how Arafat kept saying that he intended to agree, he wanted to agree, but he was pretty sure he’d be killed because Sadat was killed by extremists when he made peace with Israel. Our dear, dear friend, Yitzhak Rabin was killed by a radical Israeli when he was pursuing the two-state solution.”

“This is a very important piece of history to understand if you’re going to take any kind of position regarding what’s going on right now,” the former US secretary of state says.

Turning to how these far-left college students have been misinformed, Clinton says they are being fed “propaganda” instead of receiving an education.

“Anybody who is teaching in a university or anyone who is putting content on social media should be held responsible for what they include and what they exclude. So much of what we’re seeing, particularly on TikTok, about what’s going on in the Middle East is willfully false, but it’s also incredibly slanted, pro-Hamas, anti-Israel.”

“It is not any place where anyone should go to get information about complex matters like what is going on there… People are on social media oftentimes to press an ideological, religious, financial or partisan political agenda. You don’t get the facts, you don’t get any kind of context.”

“We have to do a better job… with young people in trying to help them understand how to filter and interpret the information they’re getting.”

“We also need to do a better job in our classrooms, particularly at the college or university level, not to fall into easy absolutes — you’re either for or against. Life is too complicated, history certainly is.” TOI

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Israeli envoy to US says weapons holdup sends ‘wrong message,’ puts Israel ‘in a corner’. PM: ‘If we have to stand alone, we will stand alone’ * Ministers to meet on US munitions holdup * Cairo hostage-truce talks end * Eden Golan qualifies for Saturday’s Eurovision final. By Michael Bachner Shira Silkoff and TOI Staff. 09 May, 2024. TOI

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Australian National University: Pro-Palestine students allegedly perform Nazi salutes and impersonate Hitler during meeting. By David Southwell For Daily Mail Australia. 16:42. 09 May 2024, updated 17:04 09 May 2024.

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• Student allegedly does Nazi salute on camera.
• Another allegedly imitated Hitler moustache.

DailyMail

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822 civilians murdered, 711 security forces killed since October 7.

Since October massacre, 132 hostages still held by Hamas, including 65 civilians; total number of fallen security personnel since the establishment of the Jewish state stands at 25,034, and the death toll of civilians from terror attacks stands at 5,100.

Nina Fox, Hadar Gil-Ad | published:09.05.24 | 19:31 YNet

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𝔼𝕝𝕝𝕚𝕠𝕥 𝕄𝕒𝕝𝕚𝕟 🎗️ @ElliotMalin: Israel updated the estimated combatants killed since 10/7 to 16k.

"Israel has said it has killed some 15,000 terror operatives in Gaza, in addition to some 1,000 terrorists inside Israel on October 7."

This makes combatants a majority of deaths. [5] timesofisrael.com Four IDF soldiers killed as battles rage across Gaza; tanks said to advance into Rafah. May 10, 2024. on X

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Former US army chief: The United States killed a lot of innocent people. Watch: Ret. Gen. Mark Milley hits back at those who criticize Israel's actions in Gaza, says the US has committed many war crimes over the years. Israel National News, May 10, 2024, 2:23 AM (GMT+3) INN

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IDF says some 50 gunmen killed by troops in eastern Rafah; 150,000 civilians evacuated. By Emanuel Fabian. 9 May 2024, 5:59 pm.

Amid the IDF’s ongoing operation in the eastern part of Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, some 50 gunmen have been killed by troops, according to the latest estimates by the military.

Another 10 tunnel shafts have been found, and they are being prepared for demolition.

The operation was launched late Monday, following an IDF evacuation order of the area.

The military estimates that around 150,000 Palestinians have evacuated from the eastern Rafah area so far.

The IDF currently does not plan to expand the evacuation order to other areas of Rafah, as the ongoing operation remains relatively limited in scope amid hostage negotiations with Hamas.

Additionally, the Rafah Crossing with Egypt remains closed due to the IDF operations there, and it is still unclear what will subsequently happen with it. TOI

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Bennett: War against Hamas would be 'done in three days' if Israel didn't care about civilian casualties. Former prime minister Naftali Bennett says US President Joe Biden’s decision to delay a weapons shipment to Israel is “deeply misguided,” in an interview with CNN. 10 May, 2024, 1:49pm. “If Hamas is granted immunity because it hides behind civilians… that means that the whole global jihad organizations are all going to adopt human shields as the core way of conducting terror,” he says. [6]. Bennet: "...We never target civilians.”

“In fact,” he continues, “we have the lowest ratio of collateral damage in the history of urban warfare.”

Israel is “bending over backward in order to prevent unnecessary deaths,” he says. “Otherwise we’d get this whole thing done within three days if we didn’t care about it.” TOI

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IDF troops fight gunmen in eastern Rafah as Iron Dome blocks 2 rockets on Kerem Shalom. Elana Kirsh and TOI Staff. 9 May, 2024. Egypt: Hamas, Israel both need to show ‘flexibility’ to close Gaza truce * CNN reports Hamas demand for 12-week ceasefire was a major sticking point in latest round of talks. TOI

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Blinken report expected to say Israel is not breaking weapons terms, report.

Biden ordered review of how credible are Israel's assurances that its use of U.S. weapons does not violate U.S. or international law; Administration also reviewing use of American weapons by 6 other countries involved in armed conflicts.

Reuters | published: 05.10.24| 10:57 YNet

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143 supported, 9 opposed: the Palestinians received many rights, Erdan tore up the UN Charter. Almost like a member state: by a large majority, the UN Assembly approved granting the Palestinians various rights, including speaking on behalf of a group of countries and receiving the right to respond. Erdan took the stage with a picture of "President Sinwar", and tore up the picture and the UN Charter: Churchill and Roosevelt are turning over in their graves." Abu Mazen: Now we will try to obtain full membership in the United Nations. Itamar Eichner, Daniel Adelson, Einav Halavi Posted: 05.10.24. YNet

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State Department report won't find Israel in violation of weapons terms, Axios reports. By Hannah Sarisohn, Reuters. 05/10/2024. JPost

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IDF launches wave of attacks in the Gaza Strip, including in Rafah. By Amir Bohbot. 05/11/2024. JPost

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Approximately 300,000 Gazans move from Rafah toward the expanded humanitarian space in Mawasi. By Amir Bohbot. 05/11/2024. JPost

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Swedish poll shows that 40% of respondents will vote for Eden Golan in Eurovision. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/11/2024. JPost

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IDF intercepts rocket after sirens sound in Kerem Shalom area. By Jerusalem Post Staff 05/11/2024. JPost

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Hamas delegation arrives in South Africa for 'Global Anti-Apartheid[sic] Conference on Palestine'. By Jerusalem Post Staff 05/11/2024. JPost

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'Focused solely on the performance': Israeli Eurovision delegation moves to different room. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/11/2024. JPost

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Egypt refuses to coordinate with Israel on entry of aid from Rafah crossing, Alqahera News reports. By Jerusalem Post Staff 05/11/2024. JPost

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Following alarms in northern Israel, UAV falls in Beit Hillel - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/11/2024. JPost

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IDF announces name of fallen soldier. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/11/2024. JPost

IDF says 5th soldier killed fighting Hamas after troops return to Gaza City’s Zeitoun. Hamas airs propaganda video of hostage Nadav Popplewell, 51 * Israeli strikes reported in Jabaliya amid preparations for new operation against terror group’s regained foothold there. 11 May, 2024. TOI

Psychological terrorism: Hamas publishes video clip of hostage Nadav Popplewell. Orly harari May 11, 2024, 8:14 PM INN

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Following Hamas attempts to reorganize: IDF evacuates civilians from Jabaliya. Israel National News May 11, 2024, 8:43 PM INN

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Watch: IDF eliminates terrorist who took part in October 7 massacre. Israel National News May 11, 2024, 8:53 PM INN

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Israel’s war reflects the struggle between democracy and tyranny. Opinion: As Gaza war rages, Russia deepens ties with Iran, while China harnesses widening divide between US and global south; this new ‘triad of evil’ has all it takes to pull the hegemon into a predicament Jennifer Teale | published: 05.11.24 | 21:00 YNet

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IDF forces find 'major underground network' under Gaza City’s Zeitoun district, army says. IDF forces uncovered a “major underground network” under Gaza City’s Zeitoun district used to carry out attacks against Israeli troops, chief army spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari told a media briefing Saturday evening. He added that fighter jets struck terrorist sites across Jabaliya in the northern Gaza Strip after the military initiated the temporary evacuation of civilians earlier Saturday. (Ynet). 05.11.24 | 21:09. YNet

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Israeli fighter jets strike Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff 05/11/2024 09:01 PM JPost

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Israel claims to prevent Hamas from re-establishing military hold in Gaza's Jabalya. By Reuters , Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/11/2024 09:12 PM JPost

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Israel Air Force to train over Jerusalem ahead of Remembrance Day. By Jerusalem Post Staff 05/11/2024 09:26 PM JPost

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‘Never again’: Pro-Israel vandals spray paint NYC home of Columbia protester. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/11/2024 10:14 PM ...According to the report, the vandals spraypainted James Carlson's Park Slope home with Stars of David, "7-10," and "Never Again." JPost

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Families of Gaza hostages block Ayalon highway in Tel Aviv. By Jerusalem Post Staff 05/11/2024 10:16 PM JPost

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Eden Golan triumphantly takes the stage as the song 'I Love It' plays. By Hannah Brown. 05/11/2024 10:35 PM JPost

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Climate activist Greta Thunberg arrested at Eurovision pro-Palestinian protest. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/11/2024 11:45 PM ...Footage shared on X showed Thunberg wrapped in a keffiyeh scarf being carried out of the event by the police. ...The pro-Palestinian protest was broken up by the police. ... JPost

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Launches from Lebanon land in open areas in Upper Galilee. By Jerusalem Post Staff 05/12/2024 12:34 AM JPost

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Rocket falls in Ashkelon area, three wounded. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/12/2024 01:38 AM JPost

Gaza rocket hits home, three people injured. Sirens sounded in Ashkelon overnight, after terrorists from Gaza fire rockets at the city. Three lightly injured and taken to Barzilai Hospital. Israel National News May 12, 2024, 5:58 AM INN

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Gaza rocket devastates Ashkelon home in direct strike. Sirens sound in southern city shortly after 1 a.m.; no casualties reported as apartment stood empty; Israeli jets said to launch airstrikes in Rafah amid artillery fire targeting city's center and east.

Matan Tzuri | published: 05.12.24 | 02:33 YNet

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Eurovision 2024: Switzerland wins, Israel finishes fifth. Orli Harari. May 12, 2024, 4:50 AM INN

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UN Halves Its Estimate of Women and Children Killed in Gaza. Between May 6 and May 8, the UN cut in half its estimates of the number of women and children killed in Gaza. The estimates were based on Hamas numbers and are a reminder that all fatality estimates coming from that source are unreliable. Blog Post by Elliott Abrams. From the beginning of the Gaza war on October 7th, almost every statement about Palestinian fatalities has been based on Hamas numbers. The “Gaza Ministry of Health” or the “Government Media Office” are the usual sources, as if those words meant anything other than Hamas.

The UN claimed 23,084 dead by January 7. On February 29, NPR said more than 30,000 had been killed. Wikipedia says “As of May 8….over 34,2623 have been killed, 70% of them are women and minors.” Time Magazine carried an article by a professor at the Columbia University School of Public Health on March 15 that claimed more than 30,000 were dead and said “Actually, the numbers are likely conservative. The science is extremely clear.” President Biden has used the 30,0000 figure himself, in his State of the Union speech.

It has become increasingly clear that these numbers represent Hamas propaganda. The best analysis was done by Prof. Abraham Wyner [7] of the Wharton School at Penn, in an article in Tablet Magazine. He demonstrates conclusively that “The numbers are not real. That much is obvious to anyone who understands how naturally occurring numbers work. The casualties are not overwhelmingly women and children….” May 12, 2024 11:44 am (EST). CFR

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New York: Anti-Israel protesters block traffic on Manhattan Bridge. Israel National News, May 12, 2024, 5:32 AM INN

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Uncrewed aerial system launched from Yemen's Houthi area, no injuries reported, CENTCOM says. By Reuters. 05/12/2024 05:42 AM JPost

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Post-war plan: Israel to assume civil administration of Gaza for at least a year. Israel National News, May 12, 2024, 7:52 AM INN

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US offers valuable intel in exchange for restraint in Rafah, report. Officials say administration offered to give location of Hamas leaders, strategic tunnels if offensive would be limited; also offer to help establish safe tent cities and provide food, water, medicine for civilians leaving area. Ynet | published: 05.12.24 | 08:10 YNet

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Arms shipment freeze: Trump: 'The worst betrayal in the history of our country.' Israel National News, May 12, 2024, 11:47 AM INN

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Over 150 targets struck. IDF soldiers operate in Jabaliya, Zeitoun and Rafah. Israel National News, May 12, 2024, 2:54 PM INN

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Blinken: 'Hamas will remain no matter what Israel does in Rafah.' Israel National News, May 12, 2024, 6:14 PM INN

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Watch: Terrorist who held hostage Noa Marciano captive eliminated. Israel National News, May 12, 2024, 6:39 PM INN

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Biden says there would be a ceasefire in Gaza ‘tomorrow’ if Hamas frees hostages. By Agencies, TOI Staff and Jacob Magid. 12 May, 2024. TOI

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US envoy to Israel denies US-Israel ties have changed: Only 'one set of munitions' held back. 12 May, 2024. TOI

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IDF chief on Memorial Day: I’m responsible for those who fell on Oct. 7; I won’t forget. By Elana Kirsh and TOI Sraff. Blinken urges Israel to lay out postwar plan for Strip * IDF announces opening of new crossing with northern Gaza for aid deliveries, says top Hamas operative killed in airstrike. 12 May, 2024. TOI

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Courage and bravery: These are the 272 soldiers who heroically fell in the war. These are the 272 soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice fighting terror. Israel National News. Published: Oct 27, 2023, 4:06 PM (GMT+3) Updated: May 13, 2024, 9:55 AM INN

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Five IDF soldiers, contractor seriously wounded in southern Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/13/2024 05:33 PM JPost

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May 13: ‘Torch-dousing’ ceremony, rally for hostages counter state independence confab Over 100,000 gather at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv * White House: We don’t believe Israel is perpetrating genocide in Gaza war * Netanyahu calls for full victory over Hamas. By Elana Kirsh and Joshua Davidovich. 13 May 2024. ...Amsterdam University closed for 2 days after masked anti-Israel activists storm building in violent sit-in... TOI

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Sinwar slideshow gives glimpse of secret service he runs to spy on Gazans: NYT. Presentation, said to have been prepared for viewing by Hamas leader and reviewed by newspaper, shows terror group’s surveillance of people in Gaza it suspects of dissent. By TOI Staff 14 May, 2024, 4:09 pm TOI

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US successfully intercepts two Houthi UAVs and one missile. By Walla! 05/14/2024 03:50 AM JPost

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IDF successfully intercepts UAV, no damage or wounded reported. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/14/2024 12:00 AM JPost

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Google marks Israel's Independence Day with blue and white flagged search bar. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/14/2024 06:28 AM [8] JPost

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Israeli fighter jets kill Hezbollah terrorist, strike targets overnight in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/14/2024 09:07 AM JPost

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Herzog and Halevi honor IDF at annual Independence Day ceremony for distinguished soldiers. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/14/2024 09:51 AM JPost

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Religious Services Ministry to fund alternate Lag B'Omer fires. In the coming days, a national tender is expected to be issued, within which religious councils across the country will have the opportunity to submit requests for funding Lag BaOmer events. Israel National News, May 14, 2024, 10:37 AM (GMT+3)

Minister of Religious Services Michael Malkieli and the ministry's director general Yehuda Avidan agreed last night with the Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich on the allocation of funds for Lag BaOmer events throughout the country.

These celebrations will be instead of the traditional annual celebration of Lag BaOmer in Meron, which will not take place due to the security situation. INN

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Footage from the fighting: Battles in Rafah, fighting expands in Jabalya. Uzi Baruch May 14, 2024, 12:41 PM INN

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Douglas Murray: 'In the face of death cults, choose life.' Israel National News, May 14, 2024, 1:00 PM Douglas Murray dedicated his Hamilton Award to the people of Israel for their national response to the October 7th massacre. British author Douglas Murray was honoured with the Hamilton Award recently, and in his speech mentioned the October 7th massacre and the resultant Swords of Iron War.

“On the 8th of October I went down to Times Square, and there were these men and women waving signs celebrating the massacre of the previous day. They weren't calling for a two-state solution,” he said.

“A couple of things were obvious - that I had to get to Israel as soon as I could, and that we were going to see a kind of Holocaust denialism in real time.

“I went and saw the massacre, the hospitals, the wounded, the morgues where they identified the dead. I also had the opportunity to witness Israel's response - unlike some countries today Israel doesn't just sit back with when it's attacked, much as some of the world would like it to do. I felt rather proud actually to go back through that fence with the IDF when they were going into Gaza in search of the hostages. I saw the tunnel networks that Hamas has spent all these years building with your money and mine. I was the first person allowed in to see the Hamas terrorists who'd committed the atrocities in the prison cells in which they're held.”

Murray added “I think often of the line from Deuteronomy 11:26, when God says 'I've set before you life and death, blessing and curse. You shall choose life, that you and your descendants might live,' and of the Psalmist 118:17 who said, 'I shall not die but I shall live.' When I think of October 7th now, I don't only think of the victims, I think of the extraordinary heroes.”

“A young man who's a friend of mine in his 30s woke up in Jerusalem and realized what was going on. He got into his car and drove south. He collected some guns, left a farewell message to his children and his wife on his phone, and then got a call from his company commander saying, 'You have to come back to base in Jerusalem.' He said 'No, we're needed in the south now.' His commander said, 'Are you defying an order?' He said, 'I'm defying an order. We're needed in the south.' He fought for the next forty-eight hours and survived.”

“I think of my friend Moshe, now my cameraman. The first day we were together, we donned our armor and helmets on the Gaza border, and I noted that he had a bullet mark down the top of his helmet. He explained that it was from the 7th - he every Saturday would go down to see a friend of his and he drove right into the middle of the firefight on the highway. He got out and killed three terrorists with his own gun that he carries. He fought for the next two days. He doesn't expect any applause, he just did what he had to do.” INN

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Biden to Herzog: 'US is proud of our enduring relationship with Israel' Israel National News May 14, 2024, 1:07 PM, INN

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ICJ to hold hearings over extra emergency measures against Israel. By Reuters. 05/14/2024 01:32 PM JPost

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Watch: Hamas terrorists firing at civilians at UNRWA compound near Rafah. IDF conveyed the findings to UN officials.

i24NEWS, May 14, 2024 i24

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Anti-tank missile hits Western Galilee, IDF strikes southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/14/2024 02:04 PM JPost

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'Biden's cynical obsession against Rafah will only strengthen Hamas'. Opinion: Biden hopes preventing Israel's movement against Rafah will win back the anti-Israel elements of his support base, but he only makes Hamas stronger by doing so.

Richard Kemp | published: 05.14.24 | 23:25 YNet

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World wishes Israel happy 76th Independence Day. US President Joe Biden and many other international officials send their congratulations for Israel's momentous occasion amid war.

Itamar Eichner | published: 05.14.24 | 22:49

U.S. President Joe Biden sent a special letter to President Isaac Herzog on Tuesday marking Israel's 76th Independence Day. "The United States' commitment to Israel's security is ironclad. It's critical that our countries work together to increase security and peace for Israel and the entire region.," Biden wrote in the letter.

In the opening of the letter, Biden wrote, " The United States is proud of our enduring relationship with Israel. As the first country to recognize Israel as an independent state in 1948, our bonds are underpinned by shared democratic values, common interests, and cultural affinities."

He added, “This past year has been deeply painful, as Israel suffered the worst attack in its history on October 7, 2023. But the people of Israel have shown tremendous strength and resilience." “I look forward to our nations’ continuing to work together to forge a brighter future for all our people, I hope that the coming year brings more peace and joy than suffering,” he concluded. Other than the U.S., warm wishes were also sent from India. Indian President Droupadi Murmu wrote on her Twitter account in English and Hebrew: " I join the people of India in conveying our best wishes to President Isaac Herzog, and the people of Israel on the 76th anniversary of Israel’s independence.” The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry also sent their wishes: " We extend our congratulations and best wishes to Israel on Independence Day! Happy National Day Israel!" משרד החוץ הרומני מברך את ישראל Wishes from Romania (Photo: via X) In the Romanian Parliament, ministers stood to the tune of Hatikvah in honor of Israel's Independence Day, which is celebrated in all of Romania's official institutions. The ceremony began with the raising of the Israeli flag outside the parliament building. The foreign ministries of Romania, Sri Lanka, Serbia, and Latvia also sent their warm wishes. משרד החוץ הסרבי מברך את ישראל Wishes from Serbia (Photo: via X) Italian President Sergio Mattarella also sent his congratulations to Herzog. The Foreign Ministry of Paraguay wished: "Happy Independence Day to the people and government of Israel, on the occasion of the 76th anniversary of its independence. We will continue to build a strong alliance for the good of our peoples." Canadian opposition leader Pierre Poilievre also sent his wishes, posting a video on his X account with the caption: " Yom Ha'atzmaut Sameach! Am Yisrael Chai." משרד החוץ של לטביה מברך את ישראל Wishes from Latvia (Photo: via X) Montenegro’s Foreign Ministry also conveyed its congratulations for the occasion: "We extend congratulations on the occasion of the Independence Day of the State of Israel. We appreciate our good bilateral relations and look forward to continue working together on further strengthening of cooperation & dialogue." YNet

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Israeli national killed in anti-tank missile hit in northern Israel. Initial reports of incident suggest national was trying to help IDF forces in Kibbutz Adamit when a Hezbollah missile landed inside the community; military says five soldiers injured in incident. Yoav Zitun, Lior Ben Ari, Yair Kraus | updated:05.14.24 | 21:18 YNet

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Two men in UK court accused of machine gun plot to kill Jewish people. Charges against Walid Saadaoui and Amar Hussein detail planned to carry out an attack inspired by the Islamic State using automatic weapons they acquired. Reuters | published:05.14.24 | 21:47 YNet

Three men in court over ‘Isis-inspired’ plot to kill Jews in north-west England. The men are accused of planning to use automatic weapons to cause ‘multiple fatalities.’ By JC Reporter. May 14, 2024 16:00 Two men who allegedly plotted to carry out an Islamic State-inspired gun attack against the Jewish community have appeared in court.

Walid Saadaoui, 36, of Crankwood Road, Abram, and Amar Hussein, 50, of no fixed abode, are accused of plotting a terror attack designed to cause "multiple fatalities using automatic weapons" in north-west England, Westminster Magistrates' Court heard on Tuesday.

The two men had intended to target "the Jewish community in the North West of England and members of both law enforcement and military" as part of an "Isil or Daesh-inspired terrorist attack", prosecutors told the court.

Both are charged with the preparation of terrorist acts between December 13 2023 and May 9 2024.

Bilel Saadaoui, 35, of Fairclough Street, Hindley, also appeared before the court accused of making arrangements for Walid Saadaoui - who is his brother - after his death.

He pleaded not guilty to a charge of failing to disclose information about an act of terrorism between the same dates.

The defendants appeared separately in the dock, flanked by police officers and wearing grey sweatshirts.

Hussein, who represented himself and had an interpreter, did not speak to confirm his name, date of birth or address.

The other two men spoke only to confirm their identities.

Angelo Saponiere, defending Bilel Saadaoui, said his client was a "family man" who had not known of the alleged plans.

The men were arrested last week after Greater Manchester Police (GMP) executed four warrants in Bolton, Great Lever, Abram and Hindley.

District Judge Louisa Cieciora remanded all three men into custody to appear at the Old Bailey on May 24.

GMP Assistant Chief Constable Rob Potts said the details of the case "will be understandably distressing and likely to have a significant impact on the communities within the Greater Manchester and beyond".

In a statement, he added: "Everyone should feel safe in our region regardless of their religion or race.

"We have been working closely with community groups and key stakeholders to address concerns and we'll continue to update them throughout this case.

"Local officers across Greater Manchester will continue to listen and act on concerns alongside partners to protect the public and keep you safe.

"The action we have taken so far follows a long-running and carefully managed investigation, and we do not believe that there is a wider risk to the public connected to this case.

"Should you have any concerns about your safety or any suspicious activity in your area, then I would encourage you to contact the police." TheJC

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Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades: ‘We participated in the October 7 massacre.’ Dalit Halevi May 14, 2024, 4:35 PM INN

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BBC rejects UK foreign secretary’s call to label Hamas a terrorist group. Spokesperson says 'long-standing position' on matter is clear, with broadcaster generally avoiding use of the word in global reporting unless attributed to others. By Stuart Winer. 14 May 2024, 2:50 pm TOI

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Watch: Tens of thousands demonstrate for victory in Sderot march. Israel National News, May 14, 2024, 3:54 PM INN

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Lebanon: Hezbollah commander eliminated in drone attack. Israel National News, May 15, 2024, 6:20 AM Media in Lebanon report that three missiles were fired at a car in Tyre. At least two Hezbollah terrorists killed. ...The Saudi Al-Hadath network reported that Hussein Makki, a senior member of Hezbollah, was eliminated in the strike. According to the report, his personal security guard was eliminated along with him. INN

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After pausing bomb shipment: Biden moving forward with new weapons deal for Israel. Elad Benari May 15, 2024, 2:05 AM INN

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IDF intercepts two UAVs heading toward Israel's territory. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/15/2024 01:26 AM JPost

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Netanyahu responds to Gallant: I won't replace Hamastan with Fatahstan. PM responds to Defense Minister's demand he declare that Israel will not assume civilian or military governance of Gaza after the war. Israel National News, May 15, 2024, 7:25 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Liron Yitzhak, civilian wounded in Gaza, succumbs to his injuries.

Liron, a civilian contractor working for the Defense Ministry, was critically wounded in an IED explosion in southern Gaza. He was to be married in 2 weeks.

Israel National News, May 15, 2024, 7:51 PM INN

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Defense Ministry employee succumbs to wounds from mortar fire in Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/15/2024 08:20 PM JPost

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Three paratroopers injured in Northern Gaza, one in serious condition. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/15/2024 06:26 PM JPost

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IDF forces destroy Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/15/2024 08:34 PM JPost

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Secretary of State Blinken: 'We do not and will not support Israeli reoccupation of Gaza.' Israel National News May 15, 2024, 9:29 PM INN

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Chief of Staff: 'We won't let Hamas rebuild' Israel National News. May 15, 2024, 9:46 PM INN

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Arab states' condition for joining a multinational force in Gaza. Several Arab states say they would join a multinational force to control the Gaza Strip if Israel were to accept a two-state solution.

Israel National News, May 15, 2024, 10:31 PM INN

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Greek police arrest three anti-Israel protesters after throwing rocks. Three anti-Israel demonstrators were arrested in Athens, after throwing stones at police officers who were securing the Israeli embassy in the city. The Greek police used tear gas to disperse the rioters. About 2,500 people marched through the streets of Athens while carrying Palestinian flags in the liberation[sic] march for Palestine. (Reuters). 05.15.24 | 23:06. YNet

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Hizbullah-Affiliated Lebanese Academic Sadek Al-Naboulsi: Hitler Recruited Child Soldiers, So Why Shouldn't We? There Is Nothing Shameful About Raising Children On The Principle Of Sacrificing One's Life. May 15, 2024. Memri

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NYC Council speaker forces pols to take down political signs — including Israeli hostage posters. By Craig McCarthy and Jorge Fitz-Gibbon

Published May 15, 2024 Updated May 15, 2024, 3:01 p.m. ET ...Big Apple lawmakers are being forced to strip their desks clean of any political signs — including pro-Israel posters and flyers — in a controversial move by City Council speaker Adrienne Adams that has sparked outrage, The Post has learned.

The speaker, who is not related to Mayor Eric Adams, first floated the plan during a conference with other council Democrats Monday as she tries to tamp down rhetoric between lawmakers over the Israel-Hamas war, sources said.

“This is a shameful, disgusting excuse of a power flex, used to curtail my freedom of expression,” Councilwoman Inna Vernikov (R-Brooklyn) railed.

"My colleagues have a constitutional right to hang a ‘Cease-fire now’ poster, no matter how much I disagree with them. I have a right to display a poster of a hostage, no matter how much my colleagues disagree with my message." NYpost

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Pay close attention: "Kill the Jews for Allah" alongside a Nazi Swastika—a blatant call for genocide. This vile message is displayed by pro-Palestinian demonstrators. [9] Spotted on 24th Street in Noe Valley, San Francisco, an area home to many Jewish families. 12:03 AM · May 15, 2024 on X

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Israeli soldier moderately hurt in West Bank stabbing; assailant caught. Three Islamic Jihad gunmen killed overnight during IDF operation in Tulkarem; troops raid offices allegedly used to fund terror. By Emanuel Fabian TOI Staff and Agencies. 16 May, 2024, 1:53 pmUpdated at 8:35 pm TOI

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5 soldiers killed, 7 hurt in ‘friendly fire’ incident in northern Gaza’s Jabaliya. By Emanuel Fabian, 16 May, 2024. Initial IDF probe finds tanks shelled building where paratroopers were gathered, after mistakenly identifying them as enemy forces; commandos deployed to Rafah. TOI

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Netanyahu to talk with Gallant after row over post-war Gaza, vows no PA role. By Michael Bachner and TOI Staff. 16 May, 2024. 5 soldiers killed, 7 hurt in ‘friendly fire’ case in Gaza * Soldier stabbed in West Bank; IDF detains Palestinian suspect * Ministers advance Haredi draft bill over AG’s objection. TOI

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Amid campus antisemitism: JCT launches new options for North American students. Micha Goodman. May 16, 2024, 7:51 PM ...Jerusalem, Israel (May 14, 2024) – With antisemitism surging on college campuses across North America, the Jerusalem College of Technology (JCT) announced that it is offering accelerated enrollment options for international students who are seeking a safe haven... INN

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Courage and bravery: These are the 279 soldiers who heroically fell in the war. Israel National News, May 16, 2024, 9:38 PM INN

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Live Updates: Three IDF soldiers wounded in drone strike on Metula. Israel National News. May 16, 2024, 10:16 PM INN

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Jew Hate Database @jewhatedb: 🚨🚨THREATS TOWARDS JEWS🚨🚨

This Arab man was recorded on Omegle/OmeTV threatening Jews claiming if he were to meet Jews he would slaughter them.

He praises Hamas and known murderers Yahya Sinwar and Hitler. When asked about Hitler, he shows off his computer wallpaper displaying a flag with a Swastika.

This Arab man is not just an Arab man who hates Jews, he’s an IslamoNazi.

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Marina Medvin 🇺🇸 @MarinaMedvin When they tell you what they want to do, believe them. From Jew Hate Database 12:57 AM · May 17, 2024 on X

[VIDEO] – Arab man threatens Jewish man online, shows off his Nazi flag… MAY. 16, 2024 6:14 PM BY THE RIGHT SCOOP

An Arab man threatened a Jewish man while in an online video discussion and showed off his Nazi flag. The racist piece of trash speaks perfect English and probably resides in the US somewhere, but without more information I have no idea.

While making threats against the Jewish man, the Muslim racist showed off his Nazi flag and expressed his admiration of Adolf Hitler.

The video below contains curses and threats, so be forewarned:

Marina Mevin, who retweeted the video, said “When they tell you what they want to do, believe them.“ RightScoop

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Foreign Ministry is among top 3 most popular global social media accounts. Swiss consulting firm DigiTips finds that Foreign Ministry social media accounts were among the top 3 most popular in the world. With over 30,000 posts since Oct. 7, the most popular languages are English, Persian, Arabic and Spanish. Itamar Eichner | updated: 05.17.24|01:19 YNet

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California: University president who agreed to boycott Israel is suspended. California university president placed on leave after agreeing to boycott Israeli institutions. Philissa Cramer, JTA, May 17, 2024, 9:38 AM (GMT+3) INN

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Sweden, France see violent antisemitic incidents. Stockholm police arrest several individuals after suspected shooting toward Israeli embassy in the city; French police neutralize armed attacker who set fire to a synagogue in Rouen. Reuters | published: 05.17.24 | 10:47 YNet

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Horrific video shows youngster on Citi bike brutally beating two Orthodox Jewish boys in Brooklyn. By Germania Rodriguez Poleo For Dailymail.Com. 12:56 17 May 2024, updated 16:54 17 May 2024.

The boys, aged 11 and 13, were playing on the sidewalk in Williamsburg Sunday. Police have not identified a suspect in the possible hate crime. Two Orthodox Jewish children were brutally beaten by a young man on a Brooklyn sidewalk in an attack captured on video.

The boys, aged 11 and 13, were reportedly playing on the sidewalk in Williamsburg on Sunday night when a man got off a Citi Bike and attacked them.

Horrific video of the attack shows the grown man kicking and stomping on one of the boys.

The attacker told the boys to 'get off the sidewalk before unleashing the assault, as reported by CBS News.

Officials said the boys were treated at the scene by EMS and suffered minor cuts on the back of their heads. DailyMail

The scene of the attack in Brooklyn Haredi children brutally attacked in Brooklyn. A group of ultra-Orthodox children were brutally beaten by an antisemitic attacker who escaped on a bicycle, police are looking for him; In another antisemitic attack, a 14-year-old girl was brutally attacked in Canada for being Jewish. Itamar Eichner | updated: 05.19.24 | 10:18

A group of ultra-Orthodox children who were playing on a sidewalk in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, were attacked by a man riding a bicycle. A video of the attack, which happened a week ago, was published over the weekend in the United States and caused great outrage. Police are investigating and as of Sunday no suspect has been arrested.

Ultra-Orthodox children were brutally kicked and punched in Williamsburg.

In the security camera footage of the incident, the attacker is seen punching one child in the face, knocking him to the ground, and then throwing another child to the ground, kicking him repeatedly. The children fled the scene, and the man got on his bicycle and rode away.

According to the New York Police Department, another person not seen in the video was injured in the incident. The assailant attacked a father and his son who were also on the sidewalk in the same area. The suspect pushed the father to the ground, causing a light head injury, before fleeing. In another antisemitic attack, a 14-year-old girl was brutally assaulted by another student for being Jewish. The victim, a 14-year-old Israeli-Canadian from New Brunswick, Canada, told the Canadian Jewish News that she was attacked last month. The attack was recorded on video, and took place in the afternoon in a parking lot near the school grounds. In a video posted on social media, a student can be seen running toward the teen, slamming her to the ground and punching her repeatedly near bystanders. An elderly man stood by a few meters from the attack and watched it take place. The girl was severely attacked and suffered cuts, scratches and bruises. According to the girl, the attacker has been harassing her for two months. She said that she tried to avoid a confrontation with the attacker that day, after she had been suspended for five days. When the student who attacked her returned to school, the Israeli-Canadian girl was advised to use the teachers' bathroom, stay in the school building during the day, and not leave alone. YNet

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Israel to South Africa at UN top court: 700 tunnel shafts found in Rafah, 50 cross into Egypt. Israeli delegation to the International Court of Justice seeks to dissuade UN body from ordering IDF to halt its operations in Gaza's Rafah and bring about a de facto cease-fire; attendee calls 'free Palestine' at Israeli representative. Itamar Eichner, News Agencies | published: 05.17.24 | 11:06 YNet

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Terrorist's brother arrested on suspicion of incitement. Israel National News. May 17, 2024, 11:30 AM INN

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Watch: IDF deepens military control of Jabalya. Israel National News. May 17, 2024, 11:45 AM INN

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Combat engineer seriously injured during battle in northern Gaza. Israel National News. May 17, 2024, 12:17 PM INN

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U.S. entrepreneur shows Jewish pride in new sportswear line. Jordan Berman says his new apparel company Stars of the Tribe is aimed at making Jews across the globe proud of their heritage and achievements via sports. Yair Katan | published: 05.17.24 |13:46 YNet

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Hezbollah reports operative killed in Lebanon. The Hezbollah terrorist organization said Friday that one of its operatives was killed in southern Lebanon. The causality is the 302nd announced by the group since the start of the war in Gaza. Lior Ben Ari | published: 05.17.24 |14:16 YNet

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Avichai Adraee @AvichaiAdraee: Hamas is trying to prevent Israel from alleviating the suffering of the people of Gaza because their suffering is strategic for its leaders. Hamas intensifies its attacks against Israeli civilians, while Israel intensifies its humanitarian efforts for the people of Gaza. We will continue to increase the amount of aid entering Gaza as we work to return our abductees to their homes and defeat Hamas. May 18, 2024 on X

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Toronto synagogue vandalized for the second time in four weeks. Toronto police hate crimes unit investigating after windows and glass doors were smashed at the Kehillat Shaarei Torah Synagogue. Similar vandalism occurred at the same synagogue in late April. Elad Benari, Canada, May 18, 2024, 1:01 AM (GMT+3)

The Toronto police hate crimes unit is investigating after a local synagogue was vandalized for the second time in four weeks, The Canadian Press reported.

Rabbi Joe Kanofsky said windows and glass doors at the Kehillat Shaarei Torah Synagogue in the city’s north end were smashed in the early hours of Friday morning.

Rabbi Kanofsky said the synagogue was a target of similar vandalism in late April, and no one was injured in either incident.

He added that police responded quickly on Friday and collected surveillance video from the scene.

Toronto police confirmed that officers responded to a call about property damage and said the hate crimes unit is investigating.

Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center condemned the attack in a post on social media. [10] [11] “Last night, the windows and doors of Kehillat Shaarei Torah were smashed, one month after an individual broke the same Toronto synagogue's windows with a hammer,” the organization wrote.

“We are utterly horrified by this repeat attack. Jews deserve to feel safe at their places of worship, and not be targeted with such acts of violence,” it added.

Toronto and the area have seen an increase in anti-Israel riots and acts of antisemitism since the start of Israel’s war against Hamas on October 7.

In early November, an Indigo book store in downtown Toronto was vandalized with red paint and posters plastered on its front windows wrongfully accusing its Jewish founder and CEO, Heather Reisman, of “Funding Genocide.”

In January, a Jewish-owned grocery store in Toronto was spray-painted with the words “Free Palestine” and later set on fire.

Days later, Toronto police arrested four people on a highway overpass, located near a predominantly Jewish neighborhood, that has become the site of recurring pro-Palestinian Arab protests.

In February, an anti-Israel protest at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto turned into a display of antisemitism. At least one protester was documented scaling the hospital with a Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) flag.

Last month, posters in Toronto depicting four-year-old Ariel Bibas and one-year-old Kfir Bibas, who were kidnapped to Gaza on October 7 along with their parents Shiri and Yarden Bibas, were vandalized with swastikas.

Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw said in March that the number of calls reporting hate crimes in the city has surged since the start of the Israel-Hamas war and that more than half of those crimes have targeted the Jewish community. INN

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Abbas' advisor threatens Israel with more massacres: “Oct. 7 can repeat itself 100 times, and perhaps even more seriously" Nan Jacques Zilberdik | May 20, 2024. PalWatch

Top Advisor to Mahmoud Abbas: ‘Oct. 7 Can Repeat Itself 100 Times … Perhaps Even More Seriously.’

by Nan Jacques Zilberdik,.May 21, 2024.

In an interview three days ago, a top Palestinian Authority (PA) official and advisor to PA leader Mahmoud Abbas — Mahmoud Al-Habbash — threatened Israel that “Oct. 7 can repeat itself 100 times, and perhaps even more seriously.”

Al-Habbash envisions the murder of 1,000 innocent Israeli civilians — babies, children, youth, women, men, and the elderly — more than 100 times. He vows that hundreds/thousands more Israeli women will be brutally raped, and Israeli men will be sadistically killed. He said that 100 more times, 240 innocent Israeli civilians will be taken captive and held hostage for months.

This will happen “if the Palestinian cause will not be justly, comprehensively, and permanently resolved … on the basis of the UN resolutions”.. Algemeiner

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IDF Arabic spokesperson stresses Hamas is preventing aid, humanitarian efforts. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/18/2024 12:24 PM JPost

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Austria to unblock funds for UN Palestinian relief organization. By Reuters. 05/18/2024. JPost

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Two launches identified crossing from Lebanon, IDF strikes Hezbollah launcher overnight. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/18/2024. JPost

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Iran sentences to death a Jewish man who killed a Muslim. Arvin Nathaniel Ghahremani's family try to commute his sentence to reparations after he allegedly killed a Muslim in self-defense; The victim's family refuses to accept their offer. Itamar Eichner | 05.18.24 YNet

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Anti-aircraft weapons discovered in eastern Rafah. Israel National News, May 18, 2024, 9:27 PM INN

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Explosive drone crashes near Yiftah in Israel's North, none wounded. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/18/2024 07:23 PM JPost

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Body of the hostage Ron Benjamin rescued from Gaza. IDF, ISA, recover body of hostage Ron Benjamin in joint operation.

Israel National News. May 18, 2024, 8:19 PM INN

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Swords of Iron: IDF eliminates logistics chief of Hamas' Rafah Brigade. Israel National News. May 18, 2024, 8:48 PM INN

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Dr. Phil: World cannot continue until all the hostages are home. Israel National News. May 18, 2024, 8:58 PM INN

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Hillary Clinton: Terrible tragedy of hostages being held must end now. Israel National News. May 18, 2024, 9:20 PM INN

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"They told me 'Hitler's work needs to be finished' - then they switched to beatings and stones." In an interview with Ynet, Eitan Cohen, an Israeli student who suffers from bullying at school in Toronto, and his parents told about the touching gesture of the Jewish community in the area over the weekend. "I felt much safer than I ever felt at school," said the student. Nir (Choco) Cohen Published: 20.05.24 | 10:23. After months of suffering from anti-Semitism from students - without an adequate response from the educational institution - Eitan Cohen arrived at the school in Toronto where he studies accompanied by hundreds of members of the Jewish community. In an interview with Ynet, Eitan talked about the harassment he suffers at school, from Muslim students: "It started at the beginning of the year, but it increased a lot since October 7. At first it was just curses and words, hurtful words, like 'We will do to you what Hamas did To you', 'Hitler's work needs to be finished', words of that style. Then they moved to something more physical, to beatings, and from there it now came to stoning." YNet

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Gantz calls on PM to deliver war strategy, sets June 8 coalition exit deadline. War Cabinet minister claims 'personal and political considerations have started to infiltrate the holy of holies of Israel's security,' outlines 6 objectives, including post-war Gaza plan and military service blueprint. Moran Azulay, Dan Raban | published: 05.18.24 | 21:57 YNet

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New York: Anti-Israel protesters arrested in Brooklyn. At least a dozen arrested after Pro-Palestinian Arab demonstrators march in Bay Ridge and clash with officers. Israel National News, May 19, 2024, 6:55 AM (GMT+3)

Police arrested at least a dozen protesters on Saturday afternoon as a crowd of pro-Palestinian Arab demonstrators marched in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, reports The New York Daily News.

Violence erupted when observers said a large number of police officers tried to push the group of some 200 or more marchers, waving Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) flags, onto the sidewalk along Fifth Ave. near Ovington Ave. on the local shopping strip in the heavily Arab-American neighborhood.

Posted videos show officers struggling with several demonstrators in a general melee.

The protest, held by the organization Within Our Lifetime, was called the “Nakba 76”...

Video posted on X by the organizing group showed protesters chanting, “Muslim cops, what do you say? How many kids did you beat today?”, to the beat of a drum, while some set off green and red smoke flares.

The NYPD could not immediately confirm the number of protesters arrested.

Anti-Israel demonstrations have been on the rise in New York, as well as in other cities across the US, since Hamas’ attack on Israel on October 7 and the war in Gaza which followed.

Last week, hundreds of anti-Israel protesters took over the Manhattan Bridge, blocking vehicles on the bridge’s upper level and stalling traffic.

Some of the protesters, as well as journalists on hand reporting on the demonstration, were taken into custody.

Days earlier, a Jewish man was assaulted during an anti-Israel demonstration intended to disrupt the Met Gala.

In late March, hundreds of anti-Israel protesters descended on Radio City Music Hall ahead of President Joe Biden’s campaign fundraiser as part of a “Flood Manhattan for Gaza” demonstration.

“Free, free Palestine!” the group chanted. Others yelled “F—k Joe Biden” and “Genocide[sic] Joe has got to go!”

A month before that, multiple anti-Israel protesters were arrested after they used cars to halt traffic at the Brooklyn Bridge and two major tunnels during rush hour. INN

40 arrested as NYPD clashes with anti-Israel protesters in Brooklyn. Within Our Lifetime, a group whose top activists have been linked to attacks on Jews, organized the "Flood Brooklyn for Gaza Rally."

(May 19, 2024 / JNS) New York City police arrested 40 people at an anti-Israel mob-like protest in Brooklyn’s Bay Ridge neighborhood on Saturday. JNS

Hamas flag proudly waved at NYC anti-Israel demonstration where NYPD cops caught heat for violent clashes. By Carl Campanile, Marie Pohl and Jorge Fitz-Gibbon. Published May 19, 2024 Updated May 19, 2024, 12:03 p.m. ET [12] "Bay Ridge is home to the largest Palestinian community in New York City,” city Councilman Justin Brannan (D-Brooklyn), told The Post on Sunday... Controversial City Council staffer Ember Ollum, who raised eyebrows when she urged Black Lives Matter demonstrators to attack cops and hurl bottles at them during George Floyd protests, also chimed in after Saturday’s arrests. “I don’t remember this many helicopters and violent arrests when we close our avenues every other week during the summer for festivals,” Ollum wrote on X... NY Post

(Jewish leaders demand termination of CUNY Law dean. Haley Cohen, The Jerusalem Post, Jun 14, 2023. Gunz, a former classmate of Kiswani’s at CUNY Law, has said that Kiswani has been criticized “because she interrupts Holocaust memorial ceremonies and says that she hopes the last thing Zionists hear in their life is ‘pop pop.'” JPost Vicious Antisemite Nerdeen Kiswani Leads ‘Shame’ March on Sloan Kettering. David Israel, The Jewish Press, January 16, 2024. JewishPress).

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Watch: Senior Hamas leader, weapons smuggler eliminated. Israel National News, May 19, 2024, 2:33 PM INN

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IDF finds footage of 8-year-old hostage in Gaza. IDF soldiers in Gaza in recent days located a video showing 8-year-old Ela Elyakim a few days after she was abducted from her father's home in Nahal Oz during the October 7th massacre. Israel National News, May 19, 2024, 9:08 PM (GMT+3) INN

'Forced to read script': IDF finds footage of former hostages Ela, Dafna Elyakim in Gaza. By Txvi Joffre Published: May 19, 2024 21:35 Updated: May 19, 2024 21:58. ([13] Hamas footage showing former hostages Ela and Dafna Elyakim while they were being held hostage in Gaza. (photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S) UNIT). JPost

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Footage from Rafah Crossing: Nutella, soft drinks, and snacks among 'humanitarian aid.' Israel National News, May 19, 2024, 5:45 PM INN

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Heartbreaking: Bodies of three hostages rescued from Gaza laid to rest. Israel National News, May 19, 2024, 5:55 PM INN

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Courage and bravery: These are the 283 soldiers who heroically fell in the war. These are the 282 soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice fighting terror. Israel National News, Published: Oct 27, 2023, 4:06 PM (GMT+3) Updated: May 19, 2024, 10:39 PM INN

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Biden claps for ‘immediate, permanent ceasefire’ at Morehouse graduation. The commencement speaker also said that "both sides have suffered heavy casualties since Oct. 7." (May 19, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Florida imam who's also dentist sparks uproar with anti-Semitic speech labeling Jews 'apes' and 'pigs.' By Bethan Sexton For Dailymail.Com 16:11 16 May 2024, updated 16:22 16 May 2024

Dr. Fadi Kablawi accused of spewing anti-Semitic hate during speech in Miami He called for the 'annihilation' of Jews according to a translation by MEMRI. Florida reps are calling for him to have his dentists' license revoked. A Florida imam who's also a dentist is facing calls to have his license revoked after giving an anti-Semitic speech at a Miami mosque.

Dr. Fadi Kablawi called for the 'annihilation' of Jews, according to a translation of the comments in Arabic by Israeli-founded NGO Middle East Media Research Institute.

Kablawi claimed the IDF is 'worse than the Nazis' and shared gruesome anti-Semitic blood libel that DailyMail.com has chosen not to reproduce in full. Daily Mail

Florida Dentist Who Called for Death of Jews Could Lose His License. Published May 13, 2024 at 5:22 PM EDT.

By Gabe Whisnant, Deputy Weekend Editor. Adentist in Florida faces calls for the suspension of his license and an investigation into his practice over statements made during sermons at a mosque in north Miami. On April 26, in a sermon broadcast on Facebook, Dr. Fadi Kablawi called for the murder of Jews and also called the current Israeli regime "worse [sic] than the Nazis." Newsweek

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Istanbul Muslim Brotherhood Conference Stages Comedy Sketch In Which Palestinian Tells Jew: Although Drinking Blood Is Prohibited In Islam, Your Blood Has A Special Taste. May 19, 2024. Memri

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Smotrich calls for Hezbollah ultimatum: Withdraw or IDF enters. Joshua Marks. (May 19, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Two IDF soldiers killed by IED in tunnel shaft near Rafah. An officer and two other Givati Brigade soldiers were seriously wounded in the incident, according to the Israeli military. (May 19, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Israeli officials suspect Raisi's death in helicopter crash, deny involvement. While Jerusalem refraining from official comment on helicopter crash involving Iran president, Israeli sources deny link to incident; senior officials believe Raisi's death will have no significant impact on Israel. Itamar Eichner | published: 05.19.24 |21:39 YNet

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IDF succeeds in evacuating almost 1 million from Rafah in 2 weeks. By Yonah Jeremy Bob. Published: May 20, 2024 16:59 JPost

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Israeli source: Israel not involved in death of Ebrahim Raisi. Uzi Baruch May 20, 2024, 10:42 AM INN

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Watch: Sirens in Sderot during prayer for soldiers. Israel National News. May 20, 2024, 10:51 AM INN

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Terrorist eliminated moments before exiting tunnel shaft. Israel National News. May 20, 2024, 12:38 PM INN

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Defense Min. to Jake Sullivan: This is what Israel is dong to help Gazan civilians. Israel National News. May 20, 2024, 12:46 PM INN

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IDF uncovers weaponry in an UNRWA facility. Israel National News. May 20, 2024, 12:54 PM INN

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Herzog: ICC warrants 'beyond outrageous, embolden terrorists' Israel National News. May 20, 2024, 4:37 PM INN

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Human rights expert: 'UN Security Council refused to hold meeting on Israeli hostages.' Gary Willig May 20, 2024, 3:01 PM INN

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International Law Expert: 'ICC is like voodoo, its power depends on your belief.' Israel National News. May 20, 2024, 3:37 PM INN

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Israel expected to discuss steps against PA after ICC announcement - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. Published: May 20, 2024 22:36. The government is set to discuss steps against the Palestinian Authority on Tuesday in light of the decision by ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan to request arrest warrants against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, KAN news reported Monday. JPost

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David Jacobs @DrJacobsRad: This is the University of Toronto encampment. "Heil H*tler. Heil H*tler n*****. Heil H*tler. He's a G. He's a gangster. I wish he had (inaudible) all you guys bro. The world would have been a better place. If you guys were gone the world would be a better place because you run… May 21, 2024. on X

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Fmr. Iranian Foreign Minister: 'US sanctions to blame for crash that killed President.' Israel National News. May 20, 2024, 1:50 PM INN

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Gantz, Lapid, Herzog & Katz Slam The ICC: “A Historic Disgrace That Will Be Remembered Forever.” May 20, 2024, 12:15 pm YWN

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Hamas Reaped Half a Billion Dollars from Gaza Aid Since Oct. 7. (May 20, 2024 / JNS) The Hamas terrorist organization has profited at least $500 million off humanitarian aid coming into the Gaza Strip since the start of the war on Oct. 7, according to a report that aired on Israel's Channel 12 last week.

Imshin @imshin: Veteran Israeli expert for Arab affairs Ehud Yaari says the Hamas has earned at least $500 million from the aid trucks from the beginning of the war! May 16, 2024 [14] JNS

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IDF: Bodies of hostages recovered from Gaza last week were found in Hamas tunnel in Jabaliya. By Emanuel Fabian. 20 May 2024, 5:38 pm TOI

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Italy says 'unacceptable' to equate Israeli government with Hamas in ICC arrest warrant application. By Reuters . 05/20/2024 11:50 PM JPost

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Mein Kampf in Arabic and guns: IDF confiscates inciting material and weapons in raid. Some 4,000 terror suspects have been arrested in Judea and Samaria since the beginning of the war, around 1,700 of them affiliated with Hamas. Avi Woolf | JFeed | 20.05.24 Hitler's book found among other inciting material.

([15] Hitler's book found among other inciting material. Photo: IDF Spokesperson).

The IDF, together with the Border Guard and the ISA, seized weapons, arrested terror suspects, and inciting material - including an Arabic edition of Hitler's Mein Kampf - in arrest operations throughout Judea and Samaria overnight (Sunday/Monday).

The IDF also seized hundreds of thousands of shekels meant for terrorism and an improvised shotgun.

The IDF suffered no casualties. JFeed

IDF fighters captured "Mein Kampf" in Arabic in Gush Etzion. Srugim News. 20.05.24 | 14:59 | In Gush Etzion, IDF soldiers operated against terrorist elements, confiscating incendiary materials, weapons and terrorist funds. Among other things, the book Mein Kampf in Arabic was seized. 15 people wanted for terrorist activities were arrested.

The Palestinian terror nourishes from Nazism. During an activity in Beit Ummar in the Etzion Brigade, the fighters arrested a wanted man armed with an improvised shotgun type weapon, along with two other wanted men who were arrested. In the Wadi Fukin [وادي فوقين] area in the division of the brigade, IDF soldiers located and confiscated incendiary materials, including the book "Mein Kampf." [16] Srugim

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A judicial pogrom. The ICC’s threat of arrest warrants against Israel’s leaders is an affront to democracy and humanity.

Brendan O'Neill, 20th May 2024.

So it’s a crime now to defend yourself against fascist violence? Some of the imperious prosecutors of the International Criminal Court (ICC) seem to think so. Just 226 days after the Jews of southern Israel were subjected to the worst act of anti-Semitic slaughter since the Holocaust, the chief prosecutor of the ICC says he’s seeking arrest warrants for Israeli officials. The preening overlord of international law says he has ‘reasonable grounds’ to believe they’ve committed crimes against humanity. Behold the great moral inversion of our times: the victims of a crime against humanity are themselves suspected of crimes against humanity. The targets of fascism are treated as fascists. Rarely has the moral decomposition and blind arrogance of globalist institutions been so graphically illustrated.

This is the news that Karim Khan has applied for arrest warrants for Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his defence minister, Yoav Gallant. He also wants arrest warrants for Hamas leaders, including Yahya Sinwar. He says all have possibly committed war crimes. In Israel’s case, there has been questionable military activity ‘from at least 8 October 2023’, he says. One of his examples is Israel’s closing of the Kerem Shalom and Erez border crossings that link the Gaza Strip to Israel on 8 October, ‘for extended periods’. Yes, that’s because the day before an army of anti-Semites crossed the border and raped women, murdered children, slit the throats of migrant workers and massacred entire families. Are the people at the ICC okay? Name me one state on Earth – one – that would not secure its borders in the aftermath of such a devastating experience of racist barbarism.

The moral equivalence in Khan’s statement is especially galling. To speak of Hamas and Israel in the same breath, to treat them as equally suspect, is to abandon entirely the fundamentals of morality and even Enlightenment. There is no equivalence between Hamas’s intentional targeting of civilians on the basis of their race and Israel’s subsequent war on Hamas in Gaza. In the former, civilians – let’s say it: Jews – were sought out for murder. In the latter, as with every war in history, civilians are tragically dying in the violent maelstrom. The former was a war crime, the latter is war. The former was a villainous transgression of the norms of conflict, the latter was a response to that transgression. That the ICC seems unable to distinguish between war and war crimes, between democracy and terror, between the Jewish State and a movement devoted to the mass murder of Jews, is truly alarming.

The consequence of the seeking of arrest warrants for Israeli leaders will be to embolden Hamas. Anyone who thinks this is a fair development because it targets both sides in the war is delusional. For Hamas, the annoyance of being looked upon as criminals by the ICC will be outweighed, incalculably, by the moral gain of warrants being sought for Netanyahu and Gallant. For Hamas, the burden of being tried for crimes against humanity – a trial that will probably never take place – pales into insignificance in comparison with the propaganda win of seeing Israel frogmarched before the world as a potential war criminal. Indeed, already the Israelophobic wing of the influencer set – which is pretty much all of it – is buzzing with bigoted triumphalism over the possible arrest of Netanyahu. What do you think Mr Sinwar is thinking in whatever dank tunnel he’s holed up in: ‘Oh no, I might have to go to The Hague’ or ‘Yes, another blow to the Jews’ moral authority’? We all know.

The most nauseating thing about today’s development is the depiction of it as a great blow for equality and diversity. Globetrotting barrister Amal Clooney, who was on the Panel of Experts who advised Karim Khan on the Israel-Hamas matter, has issued a most gauche and grandstanding statement. She brags about the ‘diverse personal backgrounds’ of the panel members. She describes how she and her fellow brilliant minds ‘unanimously conclud[ed]’ that there are reasonable grounds to think Israeli officials have committed war crimes. I can’t be the only person wondering who the hell these people think they are. Who died and made them God? What earthly right do they have to meddle in a sovereign state’s military pursuit of a terror movement that murdered more than a thousand people? They pose as woke but they’re the Judge Dredds of global affairs, stamping their vain writ on the little peoples of faraway warring nations.

The Clooney vision of the ICC and its brainy advisers as gallant defenders of decency is a grotesque lie. Clooney, in her statement, says ‘I will never accept that one child’s life has less value than another’s’. Big words from a barrister who’s advising prosecutors for a court that is notoriously selective in which wars it investigates and which wars it leaves alone. So Israel is threatened with being dragged to The Hague, but Bashar al-Assad was not, despite overseeing a war that killed hundreds of thousands. Neither were Saudi leaders over their killings in Yemen. And this isn’t to mention Western leaders – in the US, Britain, France – whose warmongering has caused far greater death and destruction in the Middle East than Israel ever has. I would really like to ask all those legal eagles why killings by the Jewish State seem to cause them greater angst than killings by ‘white’ states.

The ICC is infamous for its disproportionate targeting of the leaders of black Africa. To see a map of ICC investigations is to behold neo-imperialism in all its shameless pomposity. Most of its investigations have been in Africa, with a smattering in Latin America and Asia. No wonder the African Union has advised African states to cut ties with the ICC on the basis that it is a ‘neo-colonial force seeking to further empower Western political… interests in Africa’. That ‘anti-racist’ leftists are now cheering a court, riddled with racist double standards, because it has lumped the Jews in with the blacks is a testament to how fried their brains have become as a result of Israelophobia. Even the neo-colonial powers of the postwar globalist order are treated as allies by the woke left, as ‘good guys’, if they make moves against Evil Israel.

There’s a special cruelty to the seeking of arrest warrants against the Jewish State. The ICC has its origins in the postwar discussion about the need for ‘international law’ to deal with criminals like the Nazis. So grave were the crimes of fascism against the Jews that new legal systems are needed to punish such crimes, the argument went. Eventually, the ICC emerged. Fast forward to 2024 and this court that was founded on the principle that fascistic murder must never again go unpunished now threatens to punish a state whose only crime was to fight back against fascistic murderers. The postwar ideal of protecting the likes of the Jews is now weaponised against the Jews. The seeking of arrest warrants against Israel is a grotesque betrayal of the promises and principles of the entire postwar era. It is the self-negation of everything the modern, liberal West claims to represent.

The revenge of the centrist dads RECOMMENDED The revenge of the centrist dads TOM SLATER I see it as a judicial pogrom, to go alongside the militant pogrom launched by Hamas and the intellectual pogrom pursued by Hamas’s apologists in the West. Militarily, politically and now legally, the Jewish State is under attack. We are fast reaching a situation where it isn’t only Israel’s military actions that are viewed as crimes against humanity but Israel itself. The Jewish homeland itself is this close to being redefined as a crime. This should be intolerable to anyone who believes in nationhood, self-determination and the equal right of Jews to go after the armies that butcher their people. Screw the ICC. It should enjoy no jurisdiction over Israel or any other independent nation. Spiked

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UK’s Sunak slams ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu. British prime minister says International Criminal Court’s move is ‘deeply unhelpful’ and flirts with ‘moral equivalence’ between Israel and Hamas. “There is no moral equivalence between a democratic state exercising its lawful right to self defense and the terrorist group Hamas. It is wrong to conflate and equivocate between those two different entities". Rishi Sunak said. | May 21, 2024 12:55 PM CET By Noah Keate. London — Rishi Sunak took direct aim at the International Criminal Court (ICC) after it sought arrest warrants against both Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. Arguing there is no “moral equivalence” between the two sides in the wake of the October 7 attacks on Israel, the British prime minister insisted Tuesday that the court’s move would make “absolutely no difference” to wider peace in the Middle East. Politico

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Biden: 'US stands with Israel in its efforts to take out Hamas butchers' Elad Benari. May 21, 2024, 1:06 AM INN

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Ambassador Erdan: 'ICC move is a blood libel, a witch-hunt' Israel National News. May 21, 2024, 2:17 AM INN

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Israel's UN envoy Erdan calls ICC move 'witch-hunt driven by Jew-hatred' 'All have become tools in the hands of monsters, and you continue playing along – playing directly into their hands. Wake up!' said Erdan i24NEWS. May 21, 2024 at 11:00 AM i24

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House Democratic Leader: 'ICC decision is shameful and unserious.' House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticizes ICC Chief Prosecutor's request for arrest warrants against Israeli leaders: America’s commitment to Israel’s security is ironclad. Israel National News. May 21, 2024, 4:46 AM INN

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Watch: Abbas’ advisor threatens Israel with more massacres. PA chairman's advisor Mahmoud Al-Habbash warns that "October 7 can repeat itself 100 times". Israel National News, May 21, 2024, 3:15 AM (GMT+3) INN

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Former MLB star honored for standing up against antisemitism. Israel National News. May 21, 2024, 5:07 AM INN

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Two reservists seriously injured in battle in Gaza. Reservist from the Rotem Battalion of the Givati Brigade and a reservist in the 8237th Division Logistics Brigade seriously injured in battle in the southern Gaza Strip and evacuated to hospital. Uzi Baruch May 21, 2024, 6:10 AM INN

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Senator Schumer: 'ICC prosecutor’s decision is unfair and reprehensible.' Elad Benari. May 21, 2024, 6:51 AM INN

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Biden, lawmakers blast ICC’s intent to charge Israeli leaders. U.S. politicians from both sides of the aisle denounce International Criminal Court prosecutor’s seeking arrest warrants for the Israeli prime minister and other officials in his government. By Amy B Wang. Updated May 20, 2024 at 4:02 p.m. EDT|Published May 20, 2024 at 3:28 p.m. EDT WaPo

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US lawmakers seek sanctions to punish ICC over Netanyahu arrest warrant application.

Synopsis. United States lawmakers are considering imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) if it issues an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. House Speaker Mike Johnson stated that Congress is exploring all options to punish the ICC for threatening Israeli leaders. He said that the ICC had no authority over Israel or the US and called the decision baseless and illegitimate. By ANI. Last Updated: May 21, 2024 EconomicTimes

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Report: US not expected to oppose Rafah operation. US not opposed to limited Rafah operation projected to cost less in civilian casualties; talks on ceasefire-prisoner swap deal likely to resume soon. Israel National News. May 21, 2024, 9:04 AM (GMT+3) INN

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Dramatic footage from Tulkarem: Terrorist cell eliminated by explosive drone. Rare footage of IDF soldiers in Tulkarem shows terrorists located by one drone and eliminated with explosives dropped from another. Israel National News, May 21, 2024, 11:55 AM (GMT+3) INN

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IDF operates in Jabalya, Rafah, dismantles 70 terror targets throughout Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/21/2024 09:45 AM JPost

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Yemen's Houthis say they downed US drone over al-Bayda province. By Reuters. 05/21/2024 10:31 AM JPost

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Amal Clooney publishes report. supporting ICC arrest warrants for Israeli, Hamas leaders. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/21/2024 10:48 AM JPost

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MEMRI Executive Director In 'Fox News' Opinion Piece: 'College Protests Reveal Alarming Terrorist Support – And Jihadis Cheer Them On.' May 21, 2024 | By Steven Stalinsky, Ph.D.* MEMRI Daily Brief No. 602 Memri

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US: Israel killed a third of Hamas terrorists Still, some 65% of Gaza's terror tunnels remain intact, according to U.S. intelligence.

(May 22, 2024 / JNS) Israel has eliminated only around a third of the Hamas terrorists and tunnels in Gaza since the start of the war on Oct. 7, Politico reported on Tuesday, citing U.S. intelligence estimates.

“Although Hamas’ communications and military abilities have been degraded, only 30 to 35 percent of its fighters—those who were a part of Hamas before the Oct. 7 attack—have been killed and about 65 percent of its tunnels are still intact, U.S. intelligence indicates,” the Virginia-based news outlet stated.

According to Western officials, thousands of Hamas terrorists have been able to evade the Israel Defense Forces by hiding in Gaza’s vast subterranean tunnel network, while others have mixed into the civilian population. JNS

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Montreal Police Arrest Muslim Suspect In Connection With Shots Fired At Yeshiva Gedolah Of Montreal. May 22, 2024, 8:02 pm

A 20-year-old suspect, Abdirazak Mahdi Ahmed, was arrested and charged on Wednesday in connection with shots fired at a Jewish school in the Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce borough last fall.

Ahmed, of Les Cèdres, appeared in Quebec Court and was charged with intentionally discharging a firearm, theft, and receiving stolen vehicles, and committing mischief. The Crown objected to his release, and he will remain detained until a hearing on Thursday.

As earlier reported by YWN, on November 12, around 5 a.m., gunshots were heard on Deacon Rd., near Van Horne Ave., with a suspect seen shooting in the direction of the Yeshiva Gedolah of Montreal before fleeing in a getaway vehicle. Police found impacts from firearm projectiles on the school door and shell casings on the ground.

This incident was the second shooting at the yeshiva in just four days, following shots fired at it and the Talmud Torah on St-Kevin Ave. overnight. The week prior, Molotov cocktails were thrown at a shul and Jewish community center in the West Island.

Eta Yudin of The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs released a statement applauding police for the arrest.

“This attack marked a significant change in the threats experienced by the Jewish community in Quebec since Oct. 7 and well before,” Yudin said. “The stress and anxiety it caused the Jewish community since then cannot be underestimated, as we have had to endure intimidation after intimidation, as well as serial violence and antisemitism.”

“While the escalation of violence and hatred against our community only continues, we are nonetheless pleased that further charges may be brought against the suspect. This senseless act, this act of terror, must lead to more serious charges, as we have often repeated since the Hamas attacks. This will send a strong message that targeting a community with such acts is unacceptable. We must remember that some politicians had rightly declared that shooting at schools was a form of terrorism.”

“The safety of Jewish Quebecers is at stake, but so is the safety of all Montrealers.” YWN

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Harvard ‘deliberately indifferent to pervasive antisemitism on campus,’ lawsuit alleges. Andrew Bernard. (May 22, 2024 / JNS) JNS

Biden: Palestinian state ‘should be realized through direct talks.’ The statement from the White House came after Norway, Ireland and Spain announced unilateral recognition of "Palestine." (May 22, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Smotrich moves to collapse PA economy after ‘political terrorism.’ Israel's finance minister is acting in response to Ramallah's pursuit of unilateral statehood, ICC prosecution. Akiva Van Koningsveld (May 22, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Blinken urges Egypt to ensure aid is flowing into Gaza. By Reuters. 05/22/2024 07:58 PM JPost

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White House's Sullivan briefed on Israeli plans to limit civilian harm. By Reuters. 05/22/2024 08:42 PM JPost

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IDF strikes several Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon throughout Wednesday. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/22/2024 09:58 PM JPost

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We won't come: Few Democrats would boycott Netanyahu speech to Congress. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/22/2024 10:43 PM JPost

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Stanford pro-Palestinian encampment invites imam with history of antisemitism. By Gabe Stutman | May 22, 2024. ..Ami Abdel Malik... caliphate... JWeekly

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Number of IDF injuries surges amid Rafah offensive. Hospitals report spike in wounded troops from anti-tank missiles and IEDs; escalation with Hezbollah could worsen situation, with some hospitals already moving operations underground to cope with increasing number of casualties. Adir Yanko | published: 05.23.24|09:05 YNet

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Refugee who fled Sudan civil war fulfills Olympic dream in Israel. For Jamal Abdoul-Magid, life's an endless obstacle course: from a refugee cleaner on Herzliya beach to top athlete discovered by chance, he's now competing in the Olympics for the second time; 'I also represent Israel,' he says proudly. Avinoam Porat | published: 05.22.24|10:03 YNet

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In succumbing to the mob, university presidents invite more violence. Opinion: Anti-Israel protesters employ tactics similar to those used by terrorists: increasing demands when met with weakness and playing victim when held accountable Atar Porat | published: 05.23.24|11:00 ...The Pro-Hamas protesters on US college campuses are one kind of such terrorists. They may not murder people, but they have the same mentality, and their actions are guided by straightforward principles. They are more than willing to use force and intimidation, to force the university to heed to their demands... Minouche Shafik, Columbia University president, said that they “tried very hard to resolve the issue of the encampments through dialogue”, and added that many people who gathered there were largely “peaceful”. ... This Orwellian language that attempts to present the violent mob that took over the campus as a reasonable “side” in a debate, using very delicate and exalting phrases, is an indication of the moral rot that Ivy League campuses have reached. This groveling to the demands of hooligans makes the universities seem even weaker than before and only incentivizes further chaos. Another noteworthy incident was Brown University’s decision to reward the student agitators who broke the university’s code of conduct and allow 5 of them to meet members of the Corporation of Brown University “to present their arguments to divest Brown’s endowment from ‘companies that facilitate the Israeli occupation of Palestinian Territory." The University sent the message that it was willing to avoid conflict at all costs which is an invitation for the next agitators to create chaos to get their way, without facing any consequences. The University said in a statement “Students agreed to remove the encampment and refrain from further actions that would violate Brown’s conduct code through the end of the academic year”. In other words, the terrorist students engage in racketeering in broad day light and the university is willing to obsequiously agree to the demands hoisted on it...

([17] Police arrest protesters and California State University.Photo: Etienne Laurent / AFP).

The protesters’ tactic is mirroring Hamas’ playbook- first attack, then start negotiations, stand your ground while your opponent makes concessions, increase your demands and when you face opposition play the victim card with no accountability for your actions. This strategy works only because universities have incentivized protestors in the first place... YNet

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Jenin counterterror operation ends after 40 hours. Israel National News May 23, 2024, 6:30 PM INN

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'Salute to mass-murderer': UN General Assembly to meet to remember Iranian President Raisi. Israel National News May 23, 2024, 6:29 PM INN

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IDF and ISA eliminate Commander of Hamas’ Beit Hanoun Battalion. Israel National News May 23, 2024, 8:10 PM INN

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The tunnel where the hostages' bodies were found. Military correspondent Doron Kadosh visited the tunnel in the Jabaliya "Refugee" Camp where IDF soldiers found the bodies of four hostages, and wasn't surprised that the entrance was in a building built by UNRWA with EU funding. Israel National News May 23, 2024, 8:30 PM INN

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Horrible!! Arabs break into houses in Gedera and spray swastikas. 10:45 PM · May 23, 2024 On X

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'Mom, pray for us': The stories of the five female IDF soldiers still held in Gaza. After they agreed to release the video showing their daughters' abduction on October 7, the parents of Daniella, Karina, Liri, Naama and Agam say they're still waiting for them to return home; They have been held in captivity for 231 days . Yael Ciechanover | published:05.24.24. | 00:27 YNet

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Hamas And Other Palestinian Factions React To Norway, Ireland, And Spain Recognizing Palestinian State: It Validates Legitimacy Of Jihad And Armed Resistance. May 23, 2024. Memri

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IDF eliminates Hamas Beit Hanoun battalion commander. The IDF eliminated Hussien Fiad, the commander of Hamas' Beit Hanoun battalion today. Avi Woolf | JFeed | May 23, 2024, 17:51 [18] JFeed

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PA shows contempt for US as it takes credit for ICC decision. Itamar Marcus and Ephraim D. Tepler | May 23, 2024. Officials on PA TV:

“The International Criminal Court’s decision…is an achievement for the Palestinian leadership, for the PLO, and for the PA.”

“The measure taken to petition the international bodies...being taken by the PLO and the Palestinian Authority led by our brother, President Mahmoud Abbas, are bearing fruit and are very important.”

The ICC decision “is a victory for humanity… The victory for humanity came from Palestine.” PalWatch

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Arabs On Social Media Express Joy Over Death Of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi: 'He Was A Despicable Mass-Murderer'; 'The Iranian Regime Is The Number One Enemy Of The Arabs.' May 24, 2024. Memri

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BBC apologises for calling hostile pro-Palestinian protest ‘a vigil.’ A spokesperson told Jewish News: "We should have been clear it was a protest and we apologise for this. We will include this clarification in tonight’s programme." By Charlotte Henry. May 24, 2024, 6:18 pm JewishNews

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Three killed in Istanbul shooting, Israel's Foreign Ministry investigating Israeli-Arab involvement. By Walla! 05/24/2024 12:36 AM JPost

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IAF intercepts UAV from the east of Israel, shrapnel causes fire to break out in Safed. By Jerusalem Post Staff. Published: May 24, 2024 04:43 JPost

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Exchange of fire between IDF and terrorists in Nablus refugee camp. By Amir Bohbot 05/24/2024 07:49 AM JPost

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U.S. House Speaker says invited Netanyahu to speak in Congress. In an interview with Ynet Mike Johnson stresses the Democratic Party has failed Israel after October 7 and amid rampant antisemitism rising on U.S. campuses. Daniel Edelson, New York | published: 09:21 YNet

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Indictments filed against ambulance driver who transported eight illegal residents. By Jerusalem Post Staff. Published: May 24, 2024 09:47. Indictments were filed against an ambulance driver and his assistant on Friday for attempting to transport eight illegal residents at a crossing on Route 443 a week and a half ago, according to an Israel Police statement. JPost

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FM Katz moves to bar Spanish embassy from servicing West Bank. Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Friday prohibited the Spanish Embassy to Israel in Jerusalem from providing services to West Bank Palestinians. This comes following Spain’s recognition of a Palestinian state and after, according to Katz, Spain’s Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Diaz called to “free Palestine from the river to the sea.” Itamar Eichner| published:05.24.24. | 10:03 YNet

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Why ICC’s ingrained bias ensures no fair ‘trials’ for Israel. May 24, 2024 | Greg Rose

The request for an arrest warrant against Benjamin Netanyahu and his Defence Minister, made by the International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor, is unsurprising, but not for the reasons many might think.

An integral purpose of the ICC’s political project has always been to delegitimise Israel. A target was drawn on Israel in the 1990s during the drafting of the Rome Statute for the ICC. The Organisation for Islamic Cooperation made this a condition of participation by Muslim countries. With 57 members, the OIC is the world’s biggest organisation by membership (other than the UN itself). Its participation was necessary for the global criminal law project to proceed.

The OIC required that the ICC definition of forced transfer of civilian populations be expanded as a war crime. New language introduced into the Rome Statute criminalised voluntary civilian migration of Jews into the areas of Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria now called the West Bank. Although the ICC statute codified other existing war crimes, this became a new retrospective war crime invented in the Rome Statute.

This crime of allowing Jews to live voluntarily in the West Bank and Jerusalem has been under examination in the ICC since 2014. The previous chief prosecutor, in close liaison with Palestinian bodies and advisers from the OIC, geared the examination up to a prosecutorial investigation in 2020.

The ICC is an effective tool to delegitimise Israel only if actively used by ICC staff. This brings into focus the role and politics of its chief prosecutors. Karim Khan, the current chief prosecutor, had as his mentor and godfather Sir Muhammad Zafarullah Khan, Pakistan’s first foreign minister, who opposed the Jewish state’s establishment and existence throughout his career, including during his presidency of the UN General Assembly. They corresponded every week and stayed together when the elder Khan was in Britain. Khan describes the elder Khan’s influence as pivotal.

The previous chief prosecutor, Fatou Bensouda, had been legal adviser and attorney-general in her home country, Gabon, under the dictatorship of Yahyah Jammeh, overseeing disappearances, political prosecutions and torture. Questionable dealings ran in the family, with her husband a bulk oil dealer in North Africa and her son a drug trafficker in the US.

Like dodgy police setting up false evidence for prosecution of a trafficker fallen from their favour, the ICC prosecutors set up dubious charges against Israel. These are based largely on evidence assembled by anti-Israel NGOs who solicit Palestinian testimony that is partial and prejudicial. The prosecutors then put forward questionable interpretations of international law rules that novelly apply only to Israel.

For instance, a charge issued by Khan focused on alleging insufficient aid flows into Gaza, arguing this amounts to the war crime of using starvation as a weapon of war. But the ICC prosecutor ignored several of the most salient facts, such as Hamas attacks on border crossings (thus interrupting aid flows), Hamas’s seizure of aid convoys and stealing of aid, and its booby-trapping homes and its destruction of Gaza infrastructure, particularly water pipelines and electricity transmission lines.

Khan contradicts the basic rules of international law of armed conflict allowing attacks on combatants by treating Hamas combatants embedded in urban areas as civilians. He also invents a perverse rule requiring the direct provision of humanitarian aid to the enemy in armed conflict.

The networks of such prejudicial influence extend well beyond the ICC into other legal institutions. Sir Muhammad Zafarullah Khan was also a president of the UN International Court of Justice, just like the current president of the ICJ, Nawaf Salam. Judge Salam was the Lebanese ambassador to the UN, where he was well known for constant invective against Israel. Unsurprisingly, he is not withdrawing or recusing himself in the current cases against Israel.

Egyptian and Jordanian judges in the ICJ were similarly pleased to execute judgments against Israel, despite their obvious bias from previous high-level national political roles.

Although a principle of the rule of law is that of the impartial judge, for which the disqualifying threshold is a reasonable apprehension of bias, this fundamental rule has no traction in the international justice system.ICC prosecutor Khan pretends Israel must be held to account equally with others. But the problem is not a failure to hold Israel to account, it is a more fundamental failure to treat Israel equally under law. Just as Jews were once excluded from polite society, and subjected to double standards, today Israel is treated as the Jew of the nations to be excluded from international society.

The international legal system is politicised. It is a function of the UN, which in turn is a political institution dominated by non-democratic states. They drive forward their own narrow anti-Semitic interests with the cynical support of hypocrites. Of course, the ICC charges are no surprise.

Greg Rose is a professor of law at the University of Wollongong, a senior fellow of The Hague Initiative for International Cooperation and a visiting fellow at AIJAC.

[Tags: Fatou Bensouda, genocide, ICC, ICJ, Karim Khan, Nawaf Salam, Netanyahu, OIC, Pakistan, Palestinians, Rome Statute] Aijac

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ICJ orders Israel to halt Rafah operation.

Watch live as the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague rules on request to order halt Israel's Rafah offensive in Gaza as part of a larger case brought by South Africa.

Israel National News May 24, 2024, 4:01 PM INN

"That anti-Israel (Arab) Nawaf Salam. We remember him his activities. Now he has a rope and speaks high... "

On Nawaf Salam announcing on the Hague calling on Israel to halt Rafah operation (that will harm population).

Ayelet Frish: Sits there a Lebanese [Arab] and incites the world against Israel. Not a word about decapitation on Oct 7.

Journalist: Legitimate to point out the hypocrisy of the court and what does a Lebanese to "judge" Israel? Lawyer Ilan Bombach: Nothing about the hostages was decided. Israel announces every area ahead of operation to be evacuated, only because we keep the rules. Is there a country that does that? US and UK on Afghanistan did not do any of this.

Danny Dannon: That anti-Israel Nawaf Salam. We remember him his activities. Now he has a rope and speaks high...

As if we went on a tour in Gaza? Did we forget what happened on Oct 7?

N12 Anchor: it's clear it is all hypocrisy, it's purely anti-Israel, and there is not a word about the hostages.

Channel N12, 05.24.24. at EoZ

Gilad Arden: We don't have 50 plus countries like the Muslim block that can make deals: we will vote for your representative if you vote for ours. Referring to judges how they are voted internationally. N12, 05.24.24 at EoZ

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CIA Director William Burns to head to Europe for ceasefire-hostage deal talks - CNN. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/24/2024 12:42 PM JPost

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UN resumes transporting aid via US-built pier after Gazans intercepted trucks. Aid was halted for two days while the UN sought an alternate route to prevent trucks from being looted before they reach distribution points. By Agencies and TOI Staff. 24 May 2024, 8:17 am TOI

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US house speaker says invited Netanyahu to speak before Congress. In an interview with Ynet, Mike Johnson stresses the Democratic Party has failed Israel after October 7 and amid rampant antisemitism on US campuses. Daniel Edelson, New York | published: 05.24.24 | 09:21 YNet

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Video of IDF lookouts being abducted and brutalized by Hamas terrorists to be screened in Times Square. Israel's Consul General in New York has arranged a screening on the Times Square jumbotron of the female IDF lookouts being abducted and bullied by Hamas on October 7; 'The video is meant to shock the consciousness,' he said. Daniel Edelson, New York | published: 05.24.24 | 16:37 YNet

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Melissa Chapman @melissaschapman • Ilhan Omar berates UCLA Chancellor for not ‘preventing’ October 7th video footage being played outside the anti-Israel encampment. Omar branded the video ‘vile and disturbing.’ The video was played to educate students on the Oct 7th atrocities. HOW IS ilhanmn @repilhan STILL IN A GOVERNMENT POSITION (?) May 24, 2024. Threads..

Ari Hoffman @thehoffather: Terrorist supporter Ilhan Omar is upset that the "vile & disgusting" footage of the Hamas massacre was shown in front of the @UCLA Little Gaza encampment but not that the atrocities were committed.

May 24, 2024 on X

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Biden administration provides grant to antisemitic environmental group. The Climate Justice Alliance are no strangers to attacking Israel, alleging 'genocide' against Palestinians, often repeating the antisemitic trope of 'From the River to the Sea', and yet the Biden the EPA, part of the Biden administration, rewarded the group with a $50 million grant. Ilana Curiel | published: 05.24.24 | 20:53 YNet

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Top Un Court Calls For Israel To End Anti-hamas Operations In Rafah. May 24, 2024

The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the United Nations’ top court, on May 24 called for Israel to end its operations in Rafah, “which may inflict on the Palestinian group in Gaza conditions of life that may bring about its physical destruction, in whole or in part.” Four intact Hamas battalions remain in Rafah, which is a key hub for smuggling weapons into the coastal enclave. Judge Nawaf Salam, who was elected head of the ICJ on February 6 and has a history of anti-Israel bias, said he was not convinced that Israeli efforts to evacuate Rafah were sufficient to alleviate Palestinian suffering.

Responding to the ICJ decision, Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz said, “We will continue to act according to international law in Rafah and wherever we operate, and make an effort to avoid harming the civilian population. Not because of The Hague tribunal but first of all because of who we are.”

Expert Analysis. “This is another day of shame for the ICJ in its discriminatory treatment of Israel. Let’s not forget that this case was brought by South Africa — a country disgraced by a leadership that actively supports Hamas and that tars Israel with the defamatory accusation of ‘genocide.’ Israel, which has undertaken a major effort to move more than a million civilians out of Rafah to safety in advance of its operation to defeat Hamas in that city, will rightly disdain this ruling.” — Mark Dubowitz, FDD CEO

“The ICJ vindicated Hamas’s strategy of hiding behind civilians in order to put Israel behind bars. This will tarnish the court’s reputation more than Israel’s.” — David May, FDD Research Manager and Senior Research Analyst

South Africa Submitted Multiple Requests to Halt Israeli Anti-Hamas Operations. On December 29, 2023, South Africa submitted an application to the ICJ alleging that Israel is violating the Genocide Convention, which defines genocide as one of several specified acts, including killing members of a group, when such acts are “committed with intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial or religious group as such.” Israel has called the accusation — that its response to the largest massacre of Jews since the Holocaust constitutes genocide — “blood libel.”

Following hearings held between January 11 and January 12, the ICJ issued a provisional order on January 26 that rejected South Africa’s request to order Israel to halt its military operations in Gaza. So far, South Africa has submitted three “urgent request[s] for additional measures.” In response to one of these requests, Israel submitted a lengthy report on April 28 detailing the measures it has implemented to protect Palestinian civilians in Gaza.

South African Case an ‘Inversion of Reality’ South Africa submitted its most recent request on May 10 over Israel’s “assault on Rafah.” South Africa and Israel presented their cases before the court on May 16 and May 17, respectively. Israeli Deputy Attorney General Gilad Noam hotly disputed South Africa’s characterization of its Rafah campaign as an act of “genocide,” asserting that Israel was carrying out “limited and localized operations prefaced with evacuation efforts and support for humanitarian activities.”

Noam called the case an “inversion of reality,” saying that South Africa “makes a mockery of the heinous charge of genocide.” Noam reminded the court, “Rafah also serves as a military stronghold for Hamas, which continues to pose a significant threat to the State of Israel and its citizens.” Noam noted that on May 11, the day after it submitted its most recent urgent request, South African foreign minister Naledi Pandor met with Hamas representatives in South Africa. FDD

ICJ shows ‘predilection’ for Jew-hatred, says ranking Senate Foreign Relations Committee member. “The so-called ‘court’ has this all backwards,” said Sen. Jim Risch (R-Idaho).

(May 24, 2024 / JNS) The principal judicial arm of the United Nations in The Hague, the International Court of Justice, “has shown its hate, bias and its predilection for antisemitism” in its Friday ruling that Israel must stop its military campaign against the Hamas terror group in Rafah, according to Sen. Jim Risch (R-Idaho).

“The so-called ‘court’ has this all backwards—those on the court would do well to make a ruling against Hamas demanding that Hamas release the hostages, cease fire, and lay down their weapons and stop this war,” said Risch, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

“In particular, I am disgusted to learn an American judge voted for this ruling,” the senator said. “The ICJ is both morally and structurally bankrupt, and the United States should immediately cut off its funding to this prejudiced organization.”

“The U.N. has chosen to support terrorists who use hostages as weapons rather than support a sovereign nation that seeks to defend its citizens,” he added. “Israel has the right to defend itself and do all it can to eliminate Hamas terrorists who have plainly stated they wish to wipe Israel and the Jewish people off the map.” JNS

Israeli, international figures react to ‘antisemitic’ ICJ ruling. By Rina Bassist, Jerusalem Post Staff. May 24, 2024. Following the ICJ's ruling on Friday, forcing Israel to halt its operations against Hamas in Rafah, many politicians and various experts expressed their opinions on the ICJ and its ruling. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, fellow members of Knesset, and Jewish organizations around the world expressed their shock and disappointment following the ICJ's ruling on Friday, demanding the IDF halt all operations in Rafah.

Israeli reactions. In response to these rulings, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said: "The irrelevant order of the antisemitic court in The Hague should have only one answer: the occupation of Rafah, the increase of military pressure and the complete destruction of Hamas - until the complete victory in the war is achieved."

Strategic affairs Minister, Ron Dermer, said, "That Jews are treated differently is not a new story but a more than 2,000 year old story that is based on ancient hatred. Every year, the Human Rights Council passes more resolutions against Israel than all the other countries in the world combined."

"What the ICJ prosecutor has done will fuel the fires of antisemitism, which is raging across the world, because people will assume the charges carry weight. But the charges are totally false and the prosecutor didn’t even bother to learn the facts," Dermer stated.

Dr. Charles Asher Small, Executive Director of the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy (ISGAP), issued the following statement in response to the ICJ ruling: "The ICJ's ruling is a stark reminder of how South Africa, which has become a hub for extremist activities across the African continent, continues to embrace antisemitic ideologies and support state-sponsored terror."

Small continued to say, "Maintaining close ties with and acting on behalf of Iran, Qatar and Hamas, South Africa has become a leading voice for terror. By bringing this case against Israel and in favour of Hamas, South Africa further positions itself as a bad actor on the global stage. The time has come for the international community to recognize and address South Africa's alarming connections with terror-supporting states and entities."

Former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy wrote on X, formerly Twitter, "Hamas is holding 125 hostages, presumably many in Rafah. The ICJ has just told Israel it’s not allowed to try to save them and must relinquish military leverage. This is not justice. This is a travesty of justice."

International reactions.

Senator Lindsey Graham also responded to the ICJ's ruling in a post on X, stating that "as far as [she is] concerned, the ICJ can go to hell."

Graham further added that "so called international justice organizations" need to be opposed, and that "their anti-Israel bias is overwhelming." She further called the ICJ's ruling "ridiculous," stating that the ruling "will and should be ignored by Israel."

Another politician from the US who responded on X to the ICJ's ruling was House Majority leader Steve Scalise. In his post, Scalise said that Israel's objective is to free the remainig hostages, and "destroy Hamas’ last stronghold. [Israel] must complete this mission."

Scalise further stated, "The ICJ is blinded by anti-Israel bias. Biden must commit to vetoing any UN Security Council resolution that would enforce this outrageous decision."

Britain's National Jewish Assembly condemned the ICJ's decision "vehemently," arguing that the decision was "born out of ignorance and devoid of any practical enforcement mechanism, only serves to embolden terrorist organisations and undermine the principles of international law and justice." “The ICJ’s ruling is not only a grave misstep but a direct affront to justice and morality,” said Gary Mond, Chairman of the NJA. “By undermining Israel’s right to defend its citizens against a genocidal terrorist organisation, the ICJ is not promoting peace but rather denying Israel’s ability to defend its people and territory. This decision must be condemned by all who value truth and justice.”

The NJA further charged that the "ICJ’s ruling exacerbates the humanitarian crisis in Gaza" as "[h]alting military operations against Hamas will not lead to peace but will prolong the suffering of both Israelis and Palestinians.

"The true path to alleviating the humanitarian disaster in Gaza lies in dismantling Hamas’s infrastructure of terror and allowing genuine humanitarian aid to reach those in need without interference from terrorist activities." JPost

The families of the hostages demand that the government reject outright the decision in The Hague. The families of the 'Forum Tikva' abductees demand that the government and the cabinet reject outright the decision of the International Court of Justice in The Hague to stop the operation in Rafah. [19] Menachem Helfgot • 16 Iyar 5784 • 24.05.24. Now14

Another Anti-Israel Ruling in The Hague The International Court of Justice is detached from reality on Rafah. By The Editorial Board. May 24, 2024 6:19 pm ET.

Is the International Court of Justice paying attention? On Friday the ICJ ruled that Israel “must immediately halt its military offensive,” and other actions in Rafah, “which may inflict on the Palestinian group in Gaza conditions of life that could bring about its physical destruction in whole or in part.” Such was the dire prediction of Israel’s enemies before the Rafah operation began, but it isn’t reflected on the ground.

The only group Israel aims to destroy in Rafah is Hamas. Since the invasion of the city began nearly three weeks ago, Israel has expertly evacuated about a million Gazans. Because Hamas isn’t party to the ICJ trial, the ruling demands nothing of it, while seeming to tell Israel unilaterally to stop fighting in the terrorists’ last stronghold.

What about the Israelis held hostage in Rafah? The ICJ knows that Hamas refuses to release them, which the ruling calls “deeply troubling.” Well, thanks, but the judges effectively ask Israel to abandon the hostages.

Like most rulings from The Hague, this one will be ignored. Israel rightly says it is already in compliance with the court’s wishes—its Rafah offensive isn’t genocidal, so it need not be halted. No state in Israel’s place could do otherwise. WSJ

David Peter @ptr_dvd: With the reading of the orders, it should be mentioned again that the president of the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Nawaf Salam, is Lebanese and was even previously Lebanon's ambassador to the United Nations. In other words, the President of the High Court is a representative of a country that daily carries out military attacks from its soil against the State of Israel. A joke at the expense of the Jews. May 24, 2024. on X

Ivgeni Zarubinski @ivgiz: The president of the court in The Hague, Nawaf Salam from Lebanon, a country that fires at us non-stop just because it feels like it, announced that "Israel must stop the operation in Rafah immediately and that allegations of genocide must be investigated." You can't make this shi-t up. May 24, 2024. on X

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Four ICJ judges argue court order does not require IDF to stop all Rafah operations. Israel’s Barak says ‘the measure is a qualified one’ and Uganda’s Sebutinde warns directive should not be misunderstood, but South Africa’s Tladi says it explicitly requires a halt. By Yuval Yoaz. 25 May, 2024. TOI

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IDF Assassinates Hezbollah’s Chief Drone Maker, Hits Drone Production Facilities Deep Inside Lebanon. By David Israel - 16 Iyyar 5784 – May 24, 2024 . [20] Hezbollah drone engineer Muhammad Ali Nasser Faran is no more... JewishPress

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IDF kills deputy commander of Hamas's National Security in the Gaza Strip. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/24/2024.

Tziad al-Din al-Sharfa, the deputy commander of National Security in the Gaza Strip was killed when Air Force fighter jets attacked on Thursday in the center of the Gaza Strip. JPost

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NY Israeli Consulate screens October 7 hostage video on large screen in Times Square. By Walla! 05/24/2024 10:02 PM JPost

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Swastikas found carved into toilet doors at Oxford college: Principal slams 'deeply shocking' anti-Semitic graffiti found amid pro-Palestinian protests at university. By Josh White 09:28 24 May 2024, updated 11:39 24 May 2024

Nazi symbols found in two cubicles leaving Jewish students 'deeply upset.' News came as pro-Palestine students arrested trying to occupy university office 'Deeply shocking' swastika graffiti has been found inside an Oxford college, its Principal has said, as pro-Gaza protesters at the elite university clashed with police.

Sir Malcolm Evans, who leads Regent’s Park College, told students 'appropriate action will be taken should we become aware of the identity of those responsible'.

It is understood the Nazi symbols were found on the walls of two toilet cubicles next to the college's Hall - its dining room - leaving Jewish students 'deeply upset'.

His message came on Thursday, as Oxford students tried and failed to occupy a building in their latest demonstration against Israel's war in Gaza, leading to 16 being arrested.

Oxford Action for Palestine, which is attempting to mimic the radical pro-Palestine protests seen on US campuses, said the university had 'enabled an unprecedented level of violence against students' following the clash.

(Police arrested Oxford students trying to occupy a university building yesterday. Protesters outside waving Palestinian flags during an attempted occupation of a building). [...] The violence comes weeks after anti-Israel students set up a 'liberated zone' encampment on a public green in front of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History, where those wishing to enter are made to sign an online pledge opposing the 'Zionist entity'.

In his message to students about the incident in Regent's Park College, Sir Malcolm wrote: 'Early this week anti-Semitic graffiti in the form of a number of swastikas was found within the College. This is deeply shocking and is a matter that the College, and I personally, take extremely seriously. Such behaviour has no place here and cannot be considered acceptable under any circumstances.'

He went on to claim: 'We do not know who did this or why it was done; but be assured that appropriate action will be taken should we become aware of the identity of those responsible – as it would in respect of any such display of hatred or hostility towards members of our College, or others.' [...]

But the Union of Jewish Students and the Oxford Jewish Society said the incident might be linked to student union motions in the college about the conflict in the Middle East, a suspicion also held by senior figures in the college who said it was 'hard not to connect' them together.

'We are angered and deeply upset to hear of antisemitic graffiti at Regents Park College, reported by students to be Nazi Swastikas', the Union of Jewish Students and the Oxford Jewish Society said.

'Since October 7th, we have seen an overwhelming surge in antisemitism on campus, and this has only increased in recent weeks. Shamefully, our experiences have been denied and invalidated by JCR and MCR motions accusing us of “weaponising antisemitism”. Accusing minority groups of weaponizing their experiences is a stain on our campus community. Jewish students must not be left alone in the fight against antisemitism.

'We call on the university to show zero tolerance to the antisemitic and hostile atmosphere which has been allowed to flourish at Oxford University.'

Students have been camping out since the start of the month in support of Palestine Oxford Action for Palestine has previously spoken out against the 'university's lack of engagement' with their demands, which include Oxford divesting and boycotting Israel and ending its 'complicity in scholasticide'.

On Saturday, the group staged a 'Gaza die-in' protest outside the Sheldonian Theatre and Bodleian Library while graduations were taking place.

Furious members of the group posted a video on social media on Saturday, accusing a security guard of 'slamming the door on the heads of students protesting ..'.

In fact, the video showed the member of staff weakly prodding them with his foot as he tries to access a door that they are obstructing.

University chiefs were summoned to Downing Street earlier this month to discuss the 'unacceptable' rise of anti-Semitism at universities and the need for campuses to be 'safe' for Jewish students.

A spokesman for Regent's Park College said: 'The College has made it clear that it takes this incident extremely seriously and that it is completely unacceptable. It is a distortion of our statement to suggest otherwise.

'We encourage those who can assist us in identifying those responsible to do so, and it would be irresponsible of us to set out in public investigatory steps being taken. We are actively supporting our students, and will continue to do all we can, including engagement with the statutory authorities, to ensure that all our students feel safe within our College community.' DailyMail

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New York: Video showing kidnapping of IDF lookouts screened at Times Square. The three-minute video shows lookouts Liri Albag, Karina Ariev, Agam Berger, Daniela Gilboa, and Naama Levy before Hamas. kidnapped them to Gaza on October 7. Israel National News, May 24, 2024. INN

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Egypt, US agree on 200 trucks with aid to enter Gaza through Kerem Shalom daily. U.S. President Biden speaks with Egyptian President to ensure aid flow continues as humanitarian aid piles up on Egyptian side of border since IDF takes control of Rafah crossing. ...Egypt had rejected an Israeli proposal for the two countries to coordinate to re-open the Rafah crossing between Egypt's Sinai Peninsula and the Gaza Strip, and to manage its future operation, two Egyptian security sources said. Shin Bet officials presented the plan on a visit to Cairo on Wednesday, amid rising tension between the two countries following Israel's military advance last week into Rafah, where hundreds of thousands of Palestinians displaced by war have been sheltering. The Israeli proposal included a mechanism for how to manage the crossing after an Israeli withdrawal, the security sources said. Egypt insists the crossing should be managed only by Palestinian authorities, they added... Lior Ben Ari, Reuters | 05.25.24 YNet

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Hezbollah operatives attacked by Drone in Homs, man dies in Damascus explosion, attributed to Israel. Syrian media do not assign blame or identify the victim but the UK-based Observatory for Human Rights say he was affiliated with Iran and had died in a targeted killing, alleging Israel was responsible.

Lior Ben Ari | 05.25.24. YNet

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New details on recovery of three hostages' bodies. IDF releases new details on the complex operation to rescue the bodies of hostages Hanan Yablonka, Michel Nisenbaum and Orion Hernandez from the Gaza Strip.

Israel National News May 25, 2024, 8:25 PM ...the three hostages were murdered during the October 7th Massacre and abducted from the Mefalsim intersection into the Gaza Strip by Hamas terrorists... INN

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IAF eliminates sniper cell that fired at troops. Israel National News May 25, 2024, 8:37 PM INN

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Hamas ramps up its psychological terrorism Hamas' military arm, the Al-Qassam Brigades, publishes a video clip sending a message to Israelis and blaming PM Netanyahu and the IDF for hostages' deaths. Dalit Halevi, May 25, 2024, 9:09 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Germany arrests Hamas operatives who planned attack on Israeli embassy and US base. According to a German investigation into members of Hamas' terror cell, who were arrested in December, they planned attacks against the Israeli embassy in Berlin and an American base in western Germany. Itamar Eichner | 05.25.24 | 21:35 YNet

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Germany and Portugal: Now is not the time to recognize a Palestinian state. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro say the time is not ripe to recognize a Palestinian state, after three other European countries did so. Elad Benari, Canada, May 25, 2024, 2:22 AM (GMT+3) INN

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IDF presses ahead with Rafah offensive after World Court’s ambiguous halt order. By Emanuel Fabian, TOI Staff and Reuters. 25 May 2024, 11:06 pm. TOI

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Speakers Laud October 7, Armed Resistance, Sperm Smuggling at Detroit People’s Conference for Palestine. May 25, 2024. In a panel titled “Palestinian Resistance and the Path to Liberation” held at the People’s Conference for Palestine in Detroit, speakers glorified armed resistance against Israel, the October 7 attacks, smuggling sperm from security prisoners in Israeli jails, and the forced evacuation of Israelis from Northern Israel. Sarah Abdelshamy, an organizer with the Palestinian Youth Movement in Montreal was the moderator of the session. Abdelshamy described the scenes of October 7 as “scenes of our heroic people breaking down the siege that has suffocated the Gaza Strip.” She said that the struggle for Palestinian liberation from the River to the Sea is one that involves the “entire Palestinian society.” Abdaljawad Omar, a Palestinian writer and professor of philosophy and culture at Birzeit University said that without the events of October 7, current “political possibilities” like the student movement, the recognition of a Palestinian state and the legal proceedings of the international Criminal Court (ICC) and international Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague would not exist. Ashraf Taher, an organizer with the Palestinian Youth Movement from Britain explained that the Palestinian masses and resistance are “one and the same.” He added: “Liberation only comes from armed struggle.” Tara Alami, a Montreal-based Palestinian writer and activist, lauded Palestinian security prisoners smuggling sperm out of Israeli jails, as in the example of terrorist Walid Daqqa, whose wife was the keynote speaker at the conference. The audience applauded as she discussed the Iranian drone attack against Israel on April 14, the escape of six Palestinian terrorists from Megiddo Prison in 2021, and the forced evacuation of 250,000 (sic) Israeli civilians from northern Israel. Another speaker on the panel was Raja Abdelhaq, the co-founder of the Quds News Network. Abdelhaq has been a featured speaker at MAS Youth Center in Brooklyn and MAS Staten Island Islamic Center. The panel on resistance was streamed live on BreakThrough News on YouTube on May 25, 2024. It is worth noting that the keynote speaker at the conference was Sana’ Daqqa, widow of terrorist Walid Daqqa, who died from terminal illness while serving out a life sentence in an Israeli jail. Daqqa was part of a cell of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) comprised of Arab Israelis who kidnapped IDF soldier Moshe Tamam in 1984, gouged his eyes out, and castrated him before shooting him dead. Other speakers at the conference were U.S. Representative Rashida Tlaib, mayor of Dearborn Abdullah Hamoud, and PFLP member Wisam Rafidee. Memri

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Volley of shots fired at Jewish girls’ school in Toronto; no injuries. Two suspects open fire on Bais Chaya Mushka complex in early hours of morning; political leaders condemn incident as antisemitic; Jewish community laments rising hatred. By AFP and TOI Staff. 26 May 2024, 8:14 am ...The shooting comes amid the war in Gaza sparked by Hamas’s massive October 7 terror attack on Israel that killed 1,200 people, mostly civilians. The thousands of terrorists who burst into Israel from the Gaza Strip also abducted 242 people of all ages as hostages to the Palestinian coastal enclave.

Israel responded with a military offensive to destroy Hamas, topple its Gaza regime, and free the hostages of whom 121 are still in captivity, some believed no longer alive.

The Hamas-run Gaza health ministry says more than 35,000 people in the Strip have been killed or are presumed dead in the fighting so far, though only some 24,000 fatalities have been identified at hospitals. The tolls, which cannot be verified, include some 15,000 terror operatives Israel says it has killed in battle. Israel also says it killed some 1,000 terrorists inside Israel on October 7.

In November, a Jewish school in Montreal was hit by gunfire twice in one week. There were no injuries.

Earlier this month, B’nai Brith Canada released a report showing there were 5,791 documented acts of violence, harassment, and vandalism targeting Jews in 2023, more than twice the total in 2022.

Canada’s special envoy on preserving Holocaust remembrance and combating antisemitism, Deborah Lyons, told The Times of Israel in a recent interview that “It’s clear from the data we’re seeing, particularly coming from police units across Canada, that there’s a huge increase in antisemitism in terms of hate crimes happening.” TOI

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Executive Director Of ‘American Muslims For Palestine’ Osama Abuirshaid At George Washington University Encampment: We Will Take Back America, Just Like We Will Take Back Palestine; You Will Be The Past, We Will Be The Future. April 25, 2024:

Executive Director of American Muslims for Palestine (AMP) Osama Abuirshaid said at an April 25, 2024 speech at the George Washington University encampment that protesters will change America forever. He said that Zionism will be a dark moment in history, and the generation of the participants in the encampment will bring this “disgrace to an end.” He concluded his speech, saying: “We will take back America […] You will be the past, we are the future. Assalam Alaykum.” Memri

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IDF strikes launchers used to fire rockets at central Israel. Israel National News May 26, 2024, 8:32 PM INN

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After his body was recovered: Thousands attend funeral for hostage. Israel National News May 26, 2024, 6:50 PM INN

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IDF denies Hamas claim to have captured soldiers in new Gaza incident. By Emanuel Fabian and Agencies. 26 May, 2024 TOI

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IDF says soldier succumbed to injuries days after deadly northern Gaza clash. Staff Sergeant Betzalel Zvi Kovach, 20, soldier in the Netzah Yehuda Battalion of the Kfir Brigade, from Jerusalem, critically wounded in battle in Beit Hanoun last week. Yoav Zitun | 05.26.24: 17:51 YNet

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Rafah rocket volley targets Tel Aviv area, in first such attack in 4 months. By Emanuel Fabian and TOI Staff. One person lightly hurt when shrapnel hits a house in Herzliya; Hamas takes responsibility for attack, which IDF predicted would be likely as troops push into southern Gaza city. 26 May, 2024. TOI

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President of UN's top court has long history of anti-Israel bias: 'Conflict of interest.' Nawaf Salam reportedly tweeted a meme reading 'Unhappy birthday to you: 48 years of occupation' about Israel in 2015. By Benjamin Weinthal, Fox News. Published May 26, 2024 9:19am EDT. JERUSALEM – The controversial International Court of Justice (ICJ) is not only facing severe criticism for its Friday order declaring that Israel should stop its military offensive in Rafah to root out Hamas, but also for the well-documented anti-Israel bias of the U.N. court's presiding judge.

"Put simply, the U.N.'s highest legal body is a political tool of global antisemitism. The presiding judge in this case was ICJ [International Court of Justice] President Nawaf Salam. He is from Lebanon, a country that does not recognize Israel’s right to exist. And in his spare time, he has tweeted such things as a meme that reads ‘unhappy birthday to you: 48 years of occupation.’ He is a politician – a rabid anti-Israel politician – dressed up by the U.N. as a judge," Anne Bayefsky, the director of the Touro Institute on Human Rights and the Holocaust, told Fox News Digital

Bayefsky, a legal expert on the U.N. who oversees Human Rights Voices, said, "And from where did his kangaroo Court get its ‘facts’ in this case? Well, the United Nations, of course. An institution whose highest bodies – the Security Council, the General Assembly and the Human Rights Council – have never even condemned Hamas terrorists and their October 7 atrocities."

Orde Kittrie, a senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, argued in a February Wall Street Journal opinion article that Judge Salam's political activism in Lebanon contributed to his bias against Israel and violates the ICJ’s rules. He wrote that the ICJ’s conflict-of-interest rules declare that no judge "may exercise any political or administrative function, or engage in any other occupation of a professional nature."

Kittrie, a law professor at Arizona State University, also noted that the ICJ charter states that no jurist "may participate in the decision of any case in which he has previously taken part" as "advocate" or in "any other capacity."

Salam reportedly ran for prime minister of Lebanon in the last two elections and, as Kittrie wrote, was Lebanon’s U.N. ambassador from 2007 to 2017. Salam was routinely "denouncing and casting votes against Israel’s military conduct and presence in the disputed territories," wrote the legal expert.

According to an article in the Jewish News Syndicate (JNS) Salam wrote on social media in 2015, "When we criticize and condemn Israel it is never because of the Jewish character of the majority of its population," and in another post said, "Portraying the critics of Israel’s policies as antisemites is an attempt to intimidate and discredit them, which we reject."

Later that same year, JNS quoted him as tweeting "…#Palestine's full membership in #UN & ending #Israel's occupation remain long overdue."

Lebanon experts argue that the Mideast country has been in de-facto control of the U.S.-designated terrorist organization, Hezbollah, for over a decade and has played a role in joining Hamas’ war by firing multiple missiles into Israel. The Iranian regime-backed Hezbollah, like Hamas, seeks the destruction of the Jewish state.

Fox News Digital approached the ICJ for a comment but did not immediately receive a response.

The ICJ’s order lacks enforcement and the Israeli government said it will plow forward with its military campaign to eliminate four Hamas battalions in Rafah.

Israeli government spokesperson Avi Hyman said on Friday of the ICJ order: "No power on earth will stop Israel from protecting its citizens and going after Hamas in Gaza." He added, "We will destroy Hamas, we will return peace and security to the people of Israel and to the people of Gaza. We cannot go on with a genocidal terrorist regime on our southern border."

Some of the IJC judges and outside legal experts have rejected the majority decision. Four of the 15 ICJ justices said the clause that Salam cited in his oral presentation does not mandate that Israel swiftly pull the plug on its military campaign in Rafah. According to this interpretation, the Jewish state is only required to stop its military operations if it "could bring about physical destruction in whole or in part."

ICJ Vice President Julia Sebutinde, from Uganda, who voted against all decisions opposed to Israel, wrote, "This measure does not entirely prohibit the Israeli military from operating in Rafah. Instead, it only operates to partially restrict Israel’s offensive in Rafah to the extent it implicates rights under the Genocide Convention."

Sebutinde added, "… this directive may be misunderstood as mandating a unilateral ceasefire in Rafah and amounts to micromanaging the hostilities in Gaza by restricting Israel’s ability to pursue its legitimate military objectives, while leaving its enemies, including Hamas, free to attack without Israel being able to respond."

The Ugandan jurist also voted against all restrictions that the ICJ ordered against Israel in the court’s January ruling that Jerusalem take steps to prevent acts of genocide as it fights Hamas terrorists in Gaza.

Aharon Barak, former Israeli Supreme Court president who has a post as an ad-hoc judge on the ICJ bench, said in his dissenting opinion that the majority view "requires Israel to halt its military offensive in the Rafah Governorate only in so far as is necessary to comply with Israel’s obligations under the Genocide Convention."

He added, "Israel is not prevented from carrying out its military operation in the Rafah Governorate as long as it fulfills its obligations under the Genocide Convention." Barak noted "the measure is a qualified one, which preserves Israel’s right to prevent and repel threats and attacks by Hamas, defend itself and its citizens, and free the hostages." FoxNews

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Spain condemns "Hamas thanks Spain" video. Yet Hamas literally thanked Spain. May 27, 2024. ...Hamas really did thank Spain, along with Ireland and Norway.  The Hamas "Government Media Office" wrote: We welcome the decision of Spain... EoZ

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New report details South Africa’s links to Islamic terror. “South Africa has become a leading voice for terror," says the director of the Institute for the study of Global Antisemitism and Policy. Amelie Botbol. Vusimuzi Madonsela argues on behalf of South Africa and against Israel at the International Court of Justice, the principal judicial arm of the United Nations, in The Hague on May 16, 2024. Credit: ICJ.Vusimuzi Madonsela argues on behalf of South Africa and against Israel at the International Court of Justice, the principal judicial arm of the United Nations, in The Hague on May 16, 2024. Credit: ICJ.

(May 26, 2024 / JNS) Pretoria serves as a “crucial base of operations” for Islamic terror groups, according to a soon-to-be released report by the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy.

The report’s publication comes in the wake of the International Court of Justice’s latest ruling against Israel’s military offensive in Rafah, in a case brought before the court by South Africa. JNS

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Backlash against campus extremists brings Christians and Jews together. “We have a problem with the younger generation. We haven’t passed along the connection we have with Israel,” leading U.S. evangelical broadcaster says. Etgar Lefkovits. (May 26, 2024 / JNS) The actions of an extremist minority on college campuses across the United States have created a backlash that is bringing Christians and Jews together against the woke-driven anti-Israel ideology permeating the mainstream media, the head of a prominent group of American Christian media broadcasters said this weekend.

Troy A. Miller, president and CEO of National Religious Broadcasters (NRB), spoke during a visit to Israel following months of anti-Israel protests at American universities that have shaken the American Jewish community in ways not seen since World War II. JNS

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US Army vessels break loose from Gaza pier, end up in Ashdod. The Israeli Navy is helping to retrieve the ships beached near the coastal city. (May 26, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Hostage talks to resume in Cairo “We must resume negotiations to secure the return of all the hostages—the living for rehabilitation and the murdered for burial.” Amelie Botbol. (May 26, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Israeli wounded in heavy rocket barrage on Kiryat Shmona In addition, Hezbollah anti-tank missiles struck inside several communities along Israel's northern border. ([21] A fire caused by missiles fired from Lebanon outside Kibbutz Malkia on the northern border, May 26, 2024. Photo by Ayal Margolin/Flash90). ...Multiple rocket barrages were launched from Southern Lebanon on Sunday night towards Kiryat Shmona, Misgav Am, Kfar Giladi and Tel Hai, with local media reporting at least 60 launches towards the Galilee. JNS

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Strike in Rafah: Two senior Hamas terrorists eliminated. IAF aircraft eliminates terrorist Yassin Rabia, the Commander of Hamas’ leadership in Judea and Samaria, as well as Khaled Nagar, a senior official in Hamas’ Judea and Samaria wing. Israel National News, May 27, 2024, 12:59 AM (GMT+3) INN

A major attack in Rafah: the head of the West Bank headquarters and another Hamas official were killed. May 27, 2024. [22] Mako

Israeli airstrike kills two senior Hamas terrorists in Rafah. Yassin Rabia and Khaled Nagar were responsible for the group's activities in Judea and Samaria • The IDF is investigating reports that dozens of civilians were killed and wounded. Joshua Marks. (May 27, 2024 / JNS). JNS

Israel: Civilians killed by fire that broke out after Rafah strike. The IDF's military advocate general ordered a probe led by the independent General Staff's investigation mechanism.

(May 27, 2024 / JNS). Noncombatants were killed in an Israeli airstrike in Rafah on Sunday night due to a fire that broke out after the attack, an Israeli government spokesperson said on Monday. JNS

Caroline Glick @CarolineGlick: This is a perfect example of Hamas's propaganda machine in action. The Palestinians shot rockets at Tel Aviv from launchers between tents. Israel bombed the launchers. The missiles blew up in secondary explosions and killed the people on the ground. So Hamas shoots missiles at… May 27, 2024 on X

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Egyptian soldier killed after IDF troops targeted at Gaza border. The exchange of fire took place near the Rafah Crossing to Sinai. (May 27, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Israel discussing Rafah crossing with the US and Egypt. Israel is discussing the issue of operating the border crossing, which will probably be operated by Palestinian Arabs in the first stage. Israel National News, May 27, 2024, 2:09 AM INN

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After recognizing 'Palestine': Norway hands diplomatic papers to PA cabinet leader. Elad Benari May 27, 2024, 3:42 AM INN

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London: Search underway for soccer fan wearing 'Hamas 7' shirt. Israel National News May 27, 2024, 5:43 AM INN

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It's about Islamic Bigotry stupid. OIC/ICC/ICJ same "difference" by now.

What is the difference between the Islamic countries block [lobby] OIC control in the UN and: ICJ --especially under racist Arab Nawaf Salam-- and ICC--especially under Islamic Karim Khan? - the latter is also a hypocrite, given his defense for Charles Taylor, Liberian war criminal.

Just like twisted misrepresented "report" by Omar Shakir apartheid slur (2021), using HRW for his long time bigoted activities long before joining the organization. At least since 2010. _

Related: President of UN's top court has long history of anti-Israel bias: 'Conflict of interest.'. Nawaf Salam reportedly tweeted a meme reading 'Unhappy birthday to you: 48 years of occupation' about Israel in 2015 By Benjamin Weinthal, Fox News. Published May 26, 2024 9:19am EDT Nawaf Salam, the Lebanese president of the International Court of Justice, faces fresh scrutiny over past anti-Israel comments made while ... [23]

In 2013 Academic Essay, International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan Says The ICC Is Incapable Of Delivering Justice; In 2007, Khan Was Defense Counsel For Liberian President Charles Taylor In UN-Backed War Crimes Trial; During The Trial, Taylor Denied Claims That He Had Ordered His Men To Eat Human Flesh. May 23, 2024 | By Yigal Carmon. [24] at EoZ

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IDF tests new means of identification to avoid friendly fire - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/27/2024 09:05 AM JPost

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Who are the Hamas heavyweights eliminated in the Israeli strike on Rafah? IDF eliminates Khaled Nagar and Yassin Rabia, senior officials in Hamas' West Bank command responsible for murder of Israelis between 2001 and 2003, including late husband of MK Limor Son Har-Melech; both freed in Shalit deal. Ynet | published:05.27.24 |09:42 YNet

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Spain to ask EU partners to back ICJ over Israel. Reuters. 05/27/2024 10:09 AM JPost

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Photos: Nikki Haley visits kibbutz devastated by October 7 massacre. Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley visits Kibbutz Nir Oz, a community near the Gaza border which was devastated in the October 7 massacre. Israel National News, May 27, 2024, 11:42 AM (GMT+3) INN)

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Security forces arrest six terror suspects in West Bank operation. Security forces arrested six terror suspects in a West Bank operation, two of whom are affiliated with Hamas, the IDF Spokesperson’s Unit reported Monday. Yoav Zitun| 05.27.24 | 13:59 YNet

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Palestinians cross border fence in Tulkarm area, caught by IDF - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/27/2024 02:23 PM JPost

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South African election could spell the end of ANC dominance. May 27, 2024. CNBC Africa. cnbc

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Hezbollah rockets target Galilee causing damage, fires. IDF says struck launcher after barrage of 25 rockets target Kiryat Shmona following another barrage of 30 rockets targeting the area of Safed; IDF reportedly kills Islamic Jihad operative on Lebanon-Syria border. Yair Kraus | published: 05.27.24 | 21:50 YNet

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Iranian enrichment continues, dialog stalled, IAEA reports show. By Reuters. 05/27/2024 06:39 PM JPost

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IDF intercepts two UAV near Eilat before they cross Israel's borders. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/27/2024 11:40 PM JPost

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Dr. Ofer Chen. 05.27.24. The affinity to the Nazi legacy in the Palestinian national movement. Hitler hosting the Grand Mufti Haj Amin al-Husseini in Germany in 1941 (Photo: Heinrich Hoffmann Collection/Wikipedia) Heinrich Hoffmann Collection/Wikipedia Hitler hosts the Grand Mufti Haj Amin al-Husseini in Germany in 1941 It is now clear and known that the struggle between Israel and the Palestinians is not limited to the military level and is a multi-arena struggle: diplomatic, legal, and of course explanatory-propaganda.

However, another arena, which to a large extent overshadows everything else and in which Israel is also in a distinct inferior position, is the historical-ideological arena. The Palestinian struggle in this arena is not limited to Israel or the "occupation" but is directed towards Judaism itself, and it is no coincidence that the manifestations of anti-Semitism in the world are constantly on the rise... Zman

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Israel says Rafah fire likely caused by shrapnel hitting fuel tank, report. Israeli officials told the U.S. that they believe shrapnel or something else from the deadly strike on Rafah on Sunday, likely ignited a fuel tank 100 meters away, causing a massive fire that engulfed a tent, American officials told ABC news on Monday. Ynet | 05.28.24 | 00:10. YNet

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Fatah to Hamas and Islamic Jihad: Join the PLO. Dalit Halevi, May 28, 2024, 4:06 AM INN

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IDF Chief of Staff: '80% of military objectives achieved, the rest will take time.' Israel National News, May 28, 2024, 1:09 AM INN

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University of Toronto seeks injunction against anti-Israel protest. University of Toronto turns to the courts in an effort to clear an encampment of pro-Palestinian Arab protesters from its downtown campus. Elad Benari, May 28, 2024, 5:46 AM (GMT+3) INN

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Trump says he’ll deport anti-Israel, pro-Palestinian student protesters if elected — report 28 May, 2024, 8:38 am Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump says that if elected in November he will deport anti-Israel, pro-Palestinian protesters, according to a report in The Washington Post.

“One thing I do is, any student that protests, I throw them out of the country. You know, there are a lot of foreign students. As soon as they hear that, they’re going to behave,” Trump is quoted as saying at a May 14 donor event.

Referring to anti-Israel protests amid the ongoing war in Gaza that swept US college campuses in the last seven months, the former US president vowed to defeat the “radical revolution,” according to the report.

Trump also praised the New York Police Department for clearing up protest encampments and a building occupation at Columbia University and encouraged other cities to do the same, the report adds.

Commenting on the war in Gaza, sparked by Hamas’s October 7 attack in southern Israeli communities, Trump reportedly expressed support for Israel’s right to continue “its war on terror.”.. TOI

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Iran's parliament re-elects ex-Guards commander Qalibaf as speaker ahead of presidential vote. By Reuters. 05/28/2024 11:26 AM JPost

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Three More Nations Roll Out the Red Carpet to Hamas | Opinion. Published May 28, 2024 at 10:32 AM EDT By Aviva Klompas, co-founder of Boundless

Welcome to the State of Denial. You've arrived in an alternative reality where terrorists have become heroes valiantly battling oppressors, genocidal slogans are triumphant calls for freedom, and the natural response to a terror group that slaughtered 1,200 people and took another 250 hostages is to offer them a state.

Earlier this month, a majority of U.N. members passed a resolution granting new "rights and privileges" to Palestine. That more than 100 hostages are still languishing in Hamas's torture tunnels didn't deter those states that voted in favor.

The upgraded Palestinian status sent a clear message that there is no need for Hamas to negotiate the release of the hostages—they can advance statehood while still holding onto the men, women, and children they abducted on Oct. 7.

(Close Friends. Norway, South Africa, Palestine, Ireland, and Spain, are raised at an entrance of Ramallah in the West Bank on May 28. ZAIN JAAFAR/AFP VIA GETTY IMAGES)

Spain, Norway, and Ireland then went one step further and announced plans to formally recognize a Palestinian state. That decision came even though two of those nations had seen their citizens murdered or kidnapped by Hamas.

Spanish-born Iván Illarramendi and his wife were murdered in their Kibbutz Kissufim home. It took weeks for a forensic team to sift through the ashes to discover their remains and conclude they'd been killed.

In the State of Denial—a state that increasing numbers of European leaders call home—every atrocity, murder, torture, rape, and abduction can be placed in "context" as "resistance" against an "oppressor" in the name of "justice." That these atrocities could have horrifying downstream implications when they are perpetrated in Western nations is a problem for another day.

In the State of Denial, you don't trouble yourself with pesky questions like who would lead a newly founded State of Palestine?

There are currently two contenders. There's Hamas, an internationally designated terror organization that throws political opponents off roofs, hides military compounds under UN facilities, and has a Charter that pledges to destroy Israel and hunt down every Jew.

Or there's the Palestinian Authority, which a staggering 87 percent of Palestinians believe is corrupt and which hasn't held an election in the West Bank in nearly 20 years. If they were to hold an election, Hamas would probably win, as evidenced by the fact that West Bank Palestinians overwhelmingly supported the Oct. 7 attacks.

Neither Hamas nor the Palestinian Authority have permitted the Palestinian people free speech, a free press, or individual liberties. When people in the State of Denial march through the streets screaming "Free Palestine," it seems they will settle for a Palestine free of Jews.

The European nations rallying to proclaim a State of Palestine don't worry themselves about the peaceful character, stability, viability, or democratic aspirations of a new state.

Nor do they seem bothered that the number one export of that new state would be terrorism. For Palestinian leaders, it's proven to be a lucrative venture. They frequently claim to be running out of money and can't afford to maintain essential government services, but they keep expanding the "Pay to Slay" program that financially rewards terrorists and their families.

In the State of Denial, one needn't be concerned that a future State of Palestine would become yet another forward-operating base for Iran.

The Iranian regime has already destabilized Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, and Yemen. But that didn't stop the UN from lowering its flag and observing a minute of silence following the passing of its President Ebrahim Raisi, who earned the moniker "Butcher of Tehran" for overseeing mass executions of political prisoners and then went on to crush the "women, life, freedom" protests.

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei proclaims that "death to America" is not just a slogan, it's a policy, but so what? "Live dangerously!" is the official motto of the State of Denial!

One doesn't sweat the small stuff in the State of Denial. You go with the flow, even if that means regurgitating Gaza casualty figures produced by the Hamas-run Ministry of Health. Even when they turn out to be wrong and are revised to show 40 percent to 50 percent fewer deaths among women and children, never recant. Double down!

The UN blamed the bad numbers on the "fog of the war." Who would have suspected that mass murderers, mass abductors, mass torturers, and mass rapists would provide unreliable data?

But that's just life in the State of Denial, where terror is excused, hostages are abandoned, and inconvenient truths are dismissed. What could possibly go wrong? Newsweek

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At N12 Channel, May 28, 2024.

Expert: Just a reminder, the city of Metula is no army base. Metula is destroyed. From experience in the 2006 war, the only pressure tjat works on Hezbollah is when infrastructure of its Shiite comminity is hurt. IDF needs -- not just precised targeting of Hezbollah terrorists, but -- to begin hitting bridges etc. at EoZ

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IDF deploys extra brigade to Rafah as troops find tunnels, weapons, gunmen. By Elana Kirsh. 28 May, 2024. Witnesses report seeing tanks rolling into central Rafah * Hebrew University students protest for, against Israel at opposing rallies * Palestinians: 3 arrested in West Bank raid. TOI

IDF, security forces arrest wanted individuals overnight in West Bank. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/28/2024 01:45 PM JPost

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Spain, Norway, Ireland formally recognize Palestinian state; rift with Israel widens. By AP and TOI Staff. 28 May, 2024. Israel slams Madrid, accuses it of ‘being complicit in inciting genocide against Jews and war crimes’; Spanish PM recognizes state in a linked West Bank, Gaza and East Jerusalem. TOI

Palestinians report IDF tanks enter central Rafah. In first time since October 7, accounts say several tanks seen stationed close to central mosque inside the border city despite ICJ's orders to halt offensive; UN Security Council to convene on Rafah strike. Yoav Zitun, Einav Halabi | 05.28.24: 13:10 YNet

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Danish parliament rejects proposal to recognize Palestinian state Denmark's parliament on Tuesday voted down a bill to recognize a Palestinian state, after the Danish foreign minister previously said the necessary preconditions for an independent country were lacking. Ireland, Spain and Norway on Tuesday formally recognized a Palestinian state, after their announcement last week that they would do so angered Israel which called the move a "reward for terrorism" and recalled its ambassadors. (Reuters). 05.28.24 | 15:45. YNet

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Rafah or Rafael Nadal? Ben Stiller's viral social media post. Jewish-American actor posts Rafael Nadal's nickname following match, causing pro-Palestinians to praise him for 'standing up for human rights' only to later realize their error. Inbal Hananel | 05.28 24: 15:05 YNet

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At Hebrew University: 'With spirit and blood we will redeem Al-Aqsa.' Students chanted anti-Israel slogans and waved PLO flags at a demonstration at Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Israel National News, May 28, 2024, 2:33 PM (GMT+3). [25] INN

Dozens of Hebrew University students protest for and against Israel at opposing demonstrations. 28 May, 2024, 3:14 pm TOI

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IDF suspects Hamas artillery caused deadly fire in Rafah, investigation ongoing. The military clarified that the strike occurred outside the designated “humanitarian zone” in the al-Mawasi region, which is over a kilometer away from the targeted compound.

i24NEWS. May 28, 2024 at 05:14 PM

The Israeli military suspects that munitions or some other combustible substance caused a secondary explosion and subsequent fire at a complex housing displaced Gazans in Rafah, following an airstrike aimed at two top Hamas terrorists.

The incident resulted in the deaths of Palestinian civilians, and the investigation is ongoing. i24

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The IDF in a preliminary investigation: Hamas ammunition caused the deaths of civilians in Rafah. The army began to investigate the circumstances of the death of about 45 Palestinians in northwest Rafah. Hamas blamed the IDF, but the initial investigation states that the IDF did not attack there at all. Shlomi Diaz. 20 Iyar 5784..28.05.24 | 18:43 .. In the recording published by the IDF, one of the speakers is heard saying that "They say that they (Hamas operatives who were eliminated) sat in a meeting, and that there is (a facility) and in addition, there was ammunition that started to explode. Bags of money were scattered in the air." The interlocutor is heard asking if "this (the ammunition that exploded) is really ours?", and the first speaker replies that "Yes, it is an ammunition depot. The bombardment of the Jews was not strong, it was a small missile - because it did not create a large hole, and then large sub-explosions began." Hidabrut

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French parliament suspends session after MP waves Palestinian flag. By Reuters. 28 May, 2024, 6:02 pm. TOI

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A photo -- targeting non-Zionist Haredi Jews who even refuse to serve in the IDF -- published by genocidal Hamas calling for revenge for Rafah. They're hunting Jews and they're not shy about expressing it. _

The Mossad: Satirical, Yet Awesome @TheMossadIL: A photo published by Hamas calling for revenge for Rafah. They're hunting Jews and they're not shy about expressing it.

The thing is... We won't let them. Ever. [26] May 28, 2024 on X at EoZ

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The destruction on the northern border: hundreds of buildings destroyed in 86 settlements. After 8 months of war, the Ministry of Defense mapped 930 cases of damage to buildings in the Upper and Western Galilee • Defense officials estimate that in the communities that suffered the heaviest damage, residents will be able to return to their homes only about a year after the fighting ends • Most of the damage was caused to private homes, and about a quarter of the damage was caused by IDF forces... Tomer Almagor | Data N12 | Published 07:54 28.05.24. Mako

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US foreign policy expert: 'Most important thing' Israel did was defy US pressure on Rafah. Israel National News May 29, 2024, 10:26 AM INN

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National Security Council chief: Expect another seven months of fighting. Claims that PM Netanyahu is preventing a prisoner swap deal are 'political manipulations,' National Security Council chief Tzachi Hanegbi says. Israel National News, May 29, 2024, 6:07 PM (GMT+3) .. "The war will be long," Hanegbi told Kan Reshet Bet. "This year as well, we are expecting another seven months of fighting." According to Hanegbi, the IDF now controls about 75% of the Philadelphi Corridor. INN

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3 soldiers killed in blast in booby-trapped building in Gaza’s Rafah. IDF strikes RPG-bearing operative in Jabaliya, finds weapons cache near mosque; Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies calls for unimpeded access to Strip. By Emanuel Fabian, TOI Staff and Agencies. 29 May, 2024, 2:12 pm [27] A weapons cache found by IDF troops adjacent to a mosque in Gaza’s Jabaliya, May 29, 2024. (Israel Defense Forces) TOI

Three Nahal Brigade soldiers fell in battle in Gaza. Staff sergeant Amir Galilove, Staff sergeant Uri Bar Or, and Staff sergeant Ido Appel killed in battle in Gaza. Israel National News, May 29, 2024, 11:35 AM (GMT+3). INN

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Israel declares ‘tactical control’ over a strategic Gaza corridor bordering Egypt.

By Aaron Boxerman. Published May 29, 2024 Updated May 30, 2024, 7:51 a.m. ET The Israeli military said on Wednesday night that it had taken “tactical control” over the Philadelphi Corridor — a sensitive strip of Gaza along its border with Egypt — in a move that could further tax Israel’s already strained ties with Cairo.

Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, the Israeli military spokesman, said the zone was “Hamas’s oxygen tube” and had been used by the Palestinian armed group for “smuggling munitions into Gazan territory on a regular basis.” He said that Hamas had also built tunnels near the Egyptian border, calculating that Israel would not dare strike so close to Egyptian territory.

Israeli officials have said seizing the narrow, roughly nine-mile-long area holds crucial importance for preventing Hamas from rearming itself through cross-border smuggling. “It must be in our hands; it must be closed,” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel told reporters in December, after being asked whether Israel still intended to capture the zone. NYtImes

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Knesset advances bill to designate UNRWA as a terrorist organization. The bill, introduced by MK Yulia Malinovsky, passed with a 42-6 majority on Wednesday. It seeks to abolish the immunities and privileges currently enjoyed by UNRWA employees. i24NEWS, May 29, 2024 at 05:16 PM. [28] UNRWA

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Stones and Molotov cocktails: a violent demonstration in front of the Israeli embassy in Mexico. A violent pro-Palestinian demonstration took place involving dozens of people outside the Israeli embassy in Mexico City • The demonstrators tried to break through fences, threw different types of grenades and Molotov cocktails, and tried to set fire to the embassy building • At least six Mexican police officers were injured. Tzipora Siman Tov.

• 21 Iyar 5784 
• 29.05.24

The demonstration is taking place on the day that the Israeli Embassy in Mexico receives the body of Orión Hernandez [Radoux], the Mexican hostage whose body was rescued from the captivity of Hamas and is making its way to his hometown. Orion was the spouse of Shani Louk, hy"d, whose body was also rescued from the captivity of the terrorist organization. The two were kidnapped after celebrating at the Nova party. Now14

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Female soldier: 'Girls forced to harm themselves to not guard Nukhba terrorists.' Israel National News May 29, 2024, 12:47 PM INN

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Hamas terrorists fire at Jewish community in Bat Hefer, near Tulkarm. By Jerusalem Post Staff. Published: May 29, 2024 09:26. Updated: May 29, 2024 10:54.

This is the second shooting in Bat Hefer in two days, evoking a response from the head of regional council calling for preventative measures to be put in place. JPost

Hamas terrorists shoot at Israeli town from West Bank, spurring demand for crackdown. By TOI Staff. 29 May, 2024. Terror group posts video on social media showing three men firing at Israeli town of Bat Hefer from the West Bank; Smotrich says Israel must fight ‘like in Gaza.' TOI

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Palestinian Arabs fire shots at Gan Ner in northern Israel. Just hours after Arab terrorists shot at Bat Hefer, shots were fired at Gan Ner. IDF and security forces are searching for the shooters. Israel National News May 29, 2024, 5:18 PM INN

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Erdogan calls Netanyahu a "vampire" in anti-Israel diatribe. Israel National News May 29, 2024, 1:37 PM INN

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Nikki Haley meets Defense Minister Gallant. Israel National News May 29, 2024, 1:32 PM INN

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CAMERA Op-ED: Agenda-Free? Bias-Free? AP's Journalism Deserves Scrutiny. May 29, 2024. From citing unreliable casualty figures to implicitly adopting the Hamas narrative, the news agency has shown an anti-Israel slant, CAMERA's Tamar Sternthal writes in Times of Israel. CANERA

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Freed hostage Sapir Cohen receives warm welcome in South Africa. Israel National News May 29, 2024, 2:02 PM INN

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ICC prosecutor threatens US senators In plain language, the court's prosecutor is arguing that he and it are above criticism. Forget freedom of speech or national sovereignty. Elliot Abrams.

(May 29, 2024 / Gatestone Institute) Many critics thought the International Criminal Court had gone too far when its prosecutor asked for arrest warrants against Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

But as the saying goes, “You ain’t seen nothin’ yet.”

Now, the prosecutor’s office has threatened to prosecute criticism of…himself. Those who seek to defend Israel and stop the malicious, deeply antisemitic action against its leaders and against the Jewish state are now being told that their words and actions may also be a crime.

This may sound like something out of “Alice in Wonderland,” but it is an effort not only to limit freedom of speech, but to limit the constitutional powers of the U.S. Congress.

After the prosecutor called for the arrest warrants for top Israeli officials, 12 U.S. senators wrote to the ICC. The full text of the letter is below. The final paragraphs read:

“If you issue a warrant for the arrest of the Israeli leadership, we will interpret this not only as a threat to Israel’s sovereignty but to the sovereignty of the United States.

“The United States will not tolerate politicized attacks by the ICC on our allies. Target Israel and we will target you. If you move forward with the measures indicated in the report, we will move to end all American support for the ICC, sanction your employees and associates, and bar you and your families from the United States. You have been warned.”

The reaction of the prosecutor’s office came in a tweet, the key language of which is this:

“When individuals threaten to retaliate against the Court or Court personnel…such threats, even when not acted upon, may also constitute an offence against the administration of justice under Art. 70 of the Rome Statute.”

Wow.

The 12 senators are already criminals, according to the ICC prosecutor, for writing their letter—even if absolutely nothing else happens. Note that the prosecutor writes of “individuals” who may threaten the ICC, whereas the senators write as U.S. government officials about possible official U.S. government actions. In plain language, the prosecutor is arguing that he and the ICC are above criticism. Forget freedom of speech or national sovereignty. To say that the United States, which is not a party to the Rome Statute, might react to punish the ICC for illegal and immoral actions it and its employees may take is not permitted.

Suppose for a moment that Congress passes the new legislation the 12 senators threatened, along the lines of the ASPA—the American Servicemembers Protection Act. That was 2002 legislation to protect U.S. military and other personnel from prosecution by the ICC. ASPA gave the president power to use “all means necessary and appropriate to bring about the release of any U.S. or allied personnel being detained or imprisoned by, on behalf of, or at the request of the International Criminal Court.” ASPA has been colloquially known as “The Hague Invasion Act.”

Voting for such legislation even if it does not pass would clearly, in the view of the ICC prosecutor, be a crime—a form of retaliation and threat prohibited to every inhabitant of Earth by the Rome Statute. So much for the Constitution, for national sovereignty, for self-government, for freedom of speech. The ICC apparently stands above all of that—even for citizens and governmental bodies in countries, such as the United States, that have not signed the Rome Statute and thereby agreed to be subject to the ICC.

This attempted power grab is breathtaking, and should be summarily rejected by citizens and governments around the world. For the United States, this effort to criminalize Senate action and even a call for Senate action should have been met with immediate rejection by Attorney General Garland and President Joe Biden. Silence in this case can be interpreted as consent, and much more is required.

As that term “The Hague Invasion Act” suggests, no one knows how far the ICC is prepared to go—or how far Americans are prepared to go to defend ourselves. What would happen if the lawless prosecutor, Karim Khan, followed his call for arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant with an effort to indict the 12 senators? Would Garland and Biden then react? Would U.S. House Majority Leader Chuck Schumer? What if the senators traveled to a country that has joined the Rome Statute? Would they be jailed and sent to The Hague?

One assumes that the judges of the ICC are not crazy enough to go down this road, even if Khan is. But then, it was widely assumed that the ICC would not move against a democracy such as Israel—and who would have predicted that the prosecutor would threaten U.S. senators for “threatening” to pass legislation he does not like?

Letter to ICC Prosecutor from 12 U.S. senators:

Mr. Karim A. A. Khan KC Office of the Prosecutor International Criminal Court Oude Waalsdorperweg 10 The Hague, The Netherlands

Dear Mr. Khan,

We write regarding the reports that the International Criminal Court (ICC) may be considering issuing international arrest warrants against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli officials. Such actions are illegitimate and lack legal basis, and if carried out will result in severe sanctions against you and your institution.

The ICC is attempting to punish Israel for taking legitimate actions of self-defense against their Iranian-backed aggressors. In fact, in your own words, you witnessed “scenes of calculated cruelty” conducted by Hamas in Israel following the October 7 attacks. These arrest warrants would align the ICC with the largest state sponsor of terrorism and its proxy. To be clear, there is no moral equivalence between Hamas’s terrorism and Israel’s justified response.

The ICC is also prohibited by its charter from proceeding in any case unless the relevant government is unwilling or unable to police themselves. You yourself have said that “Israel has trained lawyers who advise commanders and a robust system intended to ensure compliance with international humanitarian law.” By issuing warrants, you would be calling into question the legitimacy of Israel’s laws, legal system, and democratic form of government.

Issuing arrest warrants for the leaders of Israel would not only be unjustified, it would expose your organization’s hypocrisy and double standards. Your office has not issued arrest warrants for Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei or any other Iranian official, Syrian President Bashar al Assad or any other Syrian official, or Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh or any other Hamas official. Nor have you issued an arrest warrant for the genocidal General Secretary of the People’s Republic of China, Xi Jinping, or any other Chinese official.

Finally, neither Israel nor the United States are members of the ICC and are therefore outside of your organization’s supposed jurisdiction. If you issue a warrant for the arrest of the Israeli leadership, we will interpret this not only as a threat to Israel’s sovereignty but to the sovereignty of the United States. Our country demonstrated in the American Service-Members’ Protection Act the lengths to which we will go to protect that sovereignty.

The United States will not tolerate politicized attacks by the ICC on our allies. Target Israel and we will target you. If you move forward with the measures indicated in the report, we will move to end all American support for the ICC, sanction your employees and associates, and bar you and your families from the United States. You have been warned.

/s/

Tom Cotton Mitch McConnell Marsha Blackburn Katie Boyd Britt Ted Budd Kevin Cramer Ted Cruz Bill Hagerty Pete Ricketts Marco Rubio Rick Scott Tim Scott

Originally published by The Gatestone Institute. JNS

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‘Damaged’ Gaza pier to be removed for at least a week for repairs. Andrew Bernard. (May 29, 2024 / JNS). "This pier was a massive waste of money that had no value other than virtue signaling to Biden’s base," according to former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman. JNS

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White House: No policy change after Rafah strike. (May 29, 2024 / JNS) JNS

Israel strikes on Rafah did not cross Biden’s red lines, White House says. Lilia Sebouai, 29 May 2024 • 12:16pm DaikyTelegraph

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Israeli jiu-jitsu fighter dedicates gold medal to friend slain on Oct. 7. Amelie Botbol. [29] "I did not fight for myself, I fought for my flag, for my country and for my friends who died," said Yarin Shriki. (May 29, 2024 / JNS) “I dedicated my championship medal to my best friend Yochai who I grew up with. I’ve won a gold medal three times, but this was different,” Israeli jiu-jitsu fighter and Oct. 7 survivor Yarin Shriki told JNS on Tuesday. “I wanted to sing ‘Hatikvah,’ I wanted everybody to listen. I did not fight for myself, I fought for my flag, for my country and for my friends who died,” he added. Over the weekend, Shriki won a gold medal at the European Championship in Germany. He entered the final against Belgian Florian Bayili, ranked No. 1 in the world. He was the underdog, but was able to surprise his opponent during the fight. As during previous fights, the athlete wore an outfit with the inscription “Yochai, 7/10/2023.” On Oct. 7, Shriki was recovering from ear surgery and was told to rest from strenuous activity for a month, when his brother invited him to attend the Supernova music festival near Kibbutz Re’im. JNS

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Sen. Lindsey Graham: Head ICJ judge is 'a raving antisemite.' Israel National News May 29, 2024, 4:09 PM INN

Senator Graham to Arutz Sheva: 'I want to wake America up, we have no better friend than Israel.' Yoni Kempinski May 29, 2024, 2:59 PM INN

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Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian @manniefabian: The Israeli military says it has established "operational control" over the entire so-called Philadelphi Corridor — which runs for a total of 14 kilometers (8.7 miles) all along the Gaza-Egypt border The Israeli military says it has established "operational control" over the entire so-called Philadelphi Corridor — which runs for a total of 14 kilometers (8.7 miles) all along the Gaza-Egypt border.

IDF troops are physically located in most of the corridor. There is a small section near the coast where ground forces are not present, but the IDF says it controls the area with surveillance and firepower.

Along the corridor, adjacent to Rafah, the IDF has located so far some 20 tunnels that cross into Egypt. Hamas has been known to use such tunnels to smuggle weapons into Gaza.

The IDF believes Hamas can now no longer smuggle in weapons from Egypt, as the military controls the area.

Some of the tunnels were already known to the IDF, and others were discovered for the first time. Some have already been demolished, and Israel has also been updating Egypt on the developments.

Another 82 tunnel shafts have been located in the Philadelphi Corridor area, according to the military.

Dozens of rocket launchers were also discovered along the corridor, some only a dozen meters from the Egypt border. The IDF believes Hamas positioned the rocket launchers along the corridor in an attempt to prevent Israel from striking them, thinking the military would fear overshooting into Egypt. May 29, 2024. on X

Egypt was supposed to have demolished the smuggling tunnels years ago. Israel is finding more. World doesn't care.

Israel's current offensive to the Philadelphi corridor adjacent to Egypt keeps finding tunnels. Israeli Army Radio reported on Tuesday morning that "The IDF has so far located more than 10 smuggling tunnels along the Philadelphi axis, which cross from the Gaza Strip to Egypt. Some were destroyed, the IDF is working to destroy the rest."... EoZ

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Documentation from Rafah: Rockets were launched behind UN humanitarian aid bags and the World Food Program. Kan news, May 29, 2024. clip Kan

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Once again displays of hatred and anti-Semitism at the David Yellin College in Jerusalem. A swastika was discovered on one of the walls in the college, and "7.10 - only Palestine" was engraved on one of the tables. At the beginning of the month, it was revealed in Kan 11 that students at the institution drew hearts next to pictures of terrorists.

KAN11, Liran Kokahinoff, 15:48 | May 29, 2024

A new case of displays of hatred and anti-Semitism at the David Yelin College in Jerusalem was discovered today (Wednesday). At the college, a painting of a swastika was found on one of the walls of the college and on one of the tables was written: "7.10 - only Palestine". The president of the college wrote to the students that they take things seriously and contacted the police.

A swastika on a college wall.

At the beginning of the month, Khan 11 revealed that during a workshop, a group of Arab students studying at the college drew incendiary expressions such as hearts next to pictures of terrorists, and next to pictures of IDF soldiers they wrote: "killing children[sic]". In addition, statements were written against IDF soldiers and they called one of the freed abductees as a "liar". Kan

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NYC: Muslim migrant screaming ‘I’m gonna kill all the Jews’ tries to run down Jewish students.

Maniac screams ‘I’m gonna kill all the Jews’ as he tries to run down students outside NYC Jewish school in antisemitic hate attack. By Joe Marino, Reuven Fenton, Desheania Andrews and Amanda Woods.

A maniac tried to mow down Orthodox students and a rabbi outside a Brooklyn Jewish school Wednesday while allegedly yelling “I’m gonna kill all the Jews” in a shocking antisemitic attack, sources told The Post.

Video footage supplied by the Flatbush Shomrim Safety Patrol shows the crazed driver revving his engine and mounting the curb as he swerved toward Orthodox Jews milling around a Yeshiva in Canarsie at about 11:25 a.m.

Police and sources identified the alleged attacker as 58-year-old Asghar Ali, a Pakistani immigrant livery cab driver with a history of mental illness.

The NYPD’s Hate Crimes Task Force is investigating the case, and detectives were interviewing the driver Wednesday night.

The Brooklyn man faces more than a dozen charges including attempted murder, attempted assault and hate crimes charges.

Cops do not believe the attack is terror-related and on Wednesday night did not have evidence he was tied to radical groups online, according to sources.

The man was driving a 2011 white Crown Victoria and making a turn onto East 55th Street in front of the Mesivta Nachlas Yakov School when he suddenly veered toward students dressed in Orthodox garb, according to the NYPD and video footage.

He then drove around the block and back toward the school – this time targeting two more students standing outside and a rabbi.

“I’m gonna kill all the Jews,” the driver allegedly seethed, according to police.

The victims managed to run into the building that also has as dorms before being hit, the clip shows… NYPost

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The Persian Jewess @persianjewess; Custom made Mansory Rolls Royce worth over half a million dollars with U.A.E. license plate spotted at the @UCLA protests. Still think these are grassroots protests? Think again. May 29, 2024. [30] on X

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Gush Etzion: Arab workers sprayed a swastika on a construction site. Arabs working on a construction project of Etzion Development Company in Neve Daniel sprayed a swastika on one of the apartments. Gush Etzion Development Company: refuse to comment. Hakol H. Staff. 05/29/2024. [31]

Arab workers sprayed a swastika in an apartment in a construction project of Etzion Development Company at the entrance to Neve Daniel, the Hakol H. has learned.

About two weeks ago the residents of Neve Daniel were surprised to discover a swastika painted on a wall in the new construction project Neve Nof in Neve Daniel, a project built by the Gush Etzion Block Development Company.

In Neve Daniel, we were referred to the response of the Gush Etzion Development Company, which manages the project, but there they said that they would not respond to the incident. According to officials in the settlement, the works were stopped for a few days after the swastika was discovered, but the works resumed and the workers returned to work as usual.

In addition to this, according to residents of Neve Daniel who spoke to the Jewish Voice, another alarming incident occurred shortly before the war, when an Arab worker entered the SHG. of the settlement, and photographed the screens of the cameras.

It should be noted that in recent days the residents of the Beit El settlement have been waging a struggle against the introduction of Arab laborers into the settlement. The residents staged several demonstrations against the local council's decision to allow laborers into some projects in the settlement. Hakol [32].

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Revealed: Hamas robbed Gaza bank to fund fighting against Israel IDF Arabic spokesman Avichay Adraee reveals Arabic-language document showing that the Hamas terror group robbed Gazan civilians of hundreds of millions of shekels. Israel National News, May 29, 2024, 6:56 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Two wounded in ramming attack near Shechem. Two Israelis were critically wounded in a ramming attack near Shechem (Nablus). The perpetrator fled the scene.

Israel National News, May 29, 2024. INN

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Khameini praises protesting US college students. AFP. 05.30.24 | 14:24 YNet

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Matisyahu to headline: Jewish music festival in NJ to honor Nova Festival victims. Gary Willig. May 30, 2024, 3:36 PM INN

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Heroic IDF soldiers honored by new recruits with disabilities for October 7 rescue. The moving swearing-in ceremony for soldiers with disabilities celebrated the heroism of Aharon Maor and Yishai Shalev who battled Hamas terrorists for over 12 death-defying hours and rescued hundreds Ynet | 05.30.24:11:13 YNet

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Israel downs cruise missile over the Golan. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/30/2024 12:08 PM JPost

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IDF reveals: Explosion that killed 3 soldiers occured next to UNRWA school. Uzi Baruch. May 30, 2024, 3:44 PM INN

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60 days before the games; Mossad discovers attacks targeting Olympics With just two months to go before the Olympic Games in Paris, Israeli security services have discovered an Iranian-backed attempt to execute terrorist attacks in Europe. Yoni Kempinski. May 30, 2024, 2:02 PM. [33] INN

Mossad sources: Iran promotes attacks in Europe two months before the Paris Olympics. According to sources in the intelligence organization, criminal organizations in Europe promote terrorist activity under the auspices of Iran - also against Israeli hotspots • The same sources claim to have uncovered a "terrorist infrastructure" that planned to kill innocents • In Mossad they reveal: the "Kurdish fox", the arrest in Iran - and his transformation into a terrorist agent for the regime • This is how Tehran's new courier system works - on European soil. N12 | Published 13:59 30.05.24 Mako

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Most Israelis Can't See Peaceful Coexistence With a Palestinian State—Poll. Published May 30, 2024 at 10:00 AM EDT Newsweek

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'No prizes for terrorism' - Visiting Israel, Spanish opposition leader condemns Spain’s recognition of Palestine. All Israel News Staff | Published: May 30, 2024 AllIsrael

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Sweden: Iran used criminal groups for ‘security-threatening activities’ By Lazar Berman 30 May, 2024, 5:22 pm. Iran has conducted “security-threatening activities in and against Sweden for several years,” says a statement released by Sweden’s Säpo security service. TOI

Mossad: Iran-backed criminal networks behind attacks on Israeli embassies in Europe. Swedish intelligence agency confirms that Tehran is using local organizations -- including the Foxtrot and Rumba crime rings -- to attack Israeli and Jewish targets By Lazar Berman 30 May, 2024, 2:00 pm TOI

Exposed: How Iran's terror network is targeting Jews and Israelis in Europe. International investigation establishes links between European criminal gangs attempting to attack Israeli embassies and Iran. i24NEWS. May 30, 2024 at 02:02 PM latest revision May 30, 2024 at 12:55 PM i24

Visegrád 24@visegrad24: BREAKING: D. Stenling, head of counterintelligence at Sweden’s security police, holds a press conf. confirming Iran is using Swedish gangs to carry out terror attacks against Jews. Mossad reports “the Kurdish Fox” is behind grenade &shooting attacks against the 🇮🇱 Embassy in 🇸🇪 on X

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Slovenian government approves decision to recognize Palestinian state alongside Israel.

By Reuters and TOI Staff. 30 May, 2024, 5:28 pm TOI

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An achievement for Israel at the UN: a Palestinian-Syrian resolution that ignores the hostages was blocked. The World Health Organization was about to adopt a resolution that deals with the health situation in Gaza, but does not refer to the October 7 massacre. The Israeli delegation submitted an amendment regarding the abductees, most of the countries supported: "Any decision that does not call for their release is a moral failure"

Itamar Eichner 05.30.24:14:03

The Israeli delegation to the UN in Geneva mobilized last night (Wednesday) a majority to call for the unconditional release of the abductees in Gaza, and to condemn the exploitation of hospitals and ambulances by Hamas in Gaza. The majority was mobilized within the framework of the 77th Assembly of the World Health Organization , in which the UN agency Adopt a Palestinian-Syrian resolution that deals with the health situation in Gaza, but ignores the October 7 massacre.

The original decision did not refer at all to the actions of Hamas or to the things that led, among other things, to the situation in the Gaza Strip. The Israeli delegation in Geneva submitted an amendment calling for the immediate and unconditional release of all the abductees held in Gaza, and condemns the use by terrorist organizations of health facilities, including hospitals and ambulances.

50 countries supported the amendment to the resolution, and it was immediately included in the text. The Palestinians and their supporters refused to vote in favor of the resolution that calls for the release of the abductees and condemns the exploitation of hospitals by Hamas, and withdrew the resolution - and are now working to cancel it.

Merav Ilon Shahar, Israel's ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva, in her speech called on all countries and the World Health Organization to condemn the terrorist attack by Hamas and the exploitation of the hospitals and the population for terrorist purposes. According to her, the silence of the World Health Organization turns it into a political tool for supporters of terrorism - and not for a professional body whose purpose is to promote health. "Any decision that does not call for the immediate release of the abductees and condemns the exploitation of health facilities by Hamas - is tantamount to a moral failure of the organization," the ambassador said. "I thank the 50 countries that chose not to ignore the fate of the 125 abductees left in the hands of the terrorist organization Hamas in Gaza. For eight months now, the abductees have been denied all their rights, especially basic rights related to health." YNet

Once in a while Israel has the chance to expose the hypocrisy of the Arab Islamic lobbying on the international stage. [As reported on N12 Channel, May 30, 2024]. Today, the Arab countries, like a traditional anti Israel campaign, this time a so-called "Syrian-Palestinian Resolution" headed by Egypt, introduced a typical anti Israel resolution. So, this time, Israel added a clause about Hamas' kidnapping men women and children and busing infrastructure for terror. The ugly part is that the anti Israel current governments like Slovenia and Norway abstained. The ambassador asked Norway, so you chose now to recognize a palestine state, but what are you objecting to? Are you with Hamas on kidnapping? So the Arabs were shocked and Egypt announced that it withdraws the resolution... at JewishRefugees [34]

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Another Jewish school hit with gunfire in Canada. Montreal police say that a Jewish school in the Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce borough was hit by at least one bullet, according to CBC. Avi Woolf | JFeed | 05.30.24 | 08:05 JFeed

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Nicole Lampert @nicolelampert: European antisemites used to want Europe free of Jews. ‘Go back to Palestine,’ they would write or scream as they used their fists. Today’s European antisemites want Jews ‘out of our Middle East’. Antisemites don’t want Jews to exist anywhere. Sarah Deech @londonette · Written on the banner unfurled at this evening’s Central St Martins graduate fashion show: [35] ‘GET OUT OF OUR MIDDLE EAST’. May 30, 2024 on X

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The Rafah operation: Here's how many terrorists have been killed so far. A month has passed since the Rafah operation began, and the government estimates that some 300 terrorists have been killed in the process, according to spokesperson David Mencer. Liran Vainshtain, JFeed Staff | JFeed |05.30.24| 13:41 JFeed

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IDF destroys tunnel where bodies of hostages were found.

After the bodies of Shani Louk, Amit Buskila, Ron Benjamin, Yitzchak Gelernter, Hanan Yablonka, Michel Nisenbaum, and Orion Hernandez were found in a tunnel in Jabaliya, the IDF destroyed the entrances to the tunnel. Israel National News May 30, 2024, 8:42 PM INN

The tunnel where the bodies of the abductees were found was destroyed. The IDF destroyed the tunnel in Jabaliya where the seven bodies of the abductees were found last week: "Determined and ready to fight to bring everyone home."

By Yishai Almakais, 22 Itlyar, 5784. (05/30/2024 19:56)

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Netanyahu disappointed Biden opposes sanctions on the Hague The Prime Minister said in a soon to be published interview that he is disappointed with the Biden administration's decision not to pursue sanctions against the Hague. Liran Vainshtain, JFeed Staff | JFeed | 05.30.24| 14:11 JFeed

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The terrorist who carried out the murderous attack in Samaria is still in the hands of the Palestinian Authority. The extradition is delayed: the terrorist who carried out the murderous and serious attack in Samaria last night has not yet been handed over to the IDF or the Shin Bet for investigation, and is still in the hands of the Palestinian Authority to which he turned himself in after the attack. Kipa news, 05/30/24 20:37 12:00 p.m. 22 Iyar, 5784. Kipa

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Concerning survey: Majority of Jews concerned about safety at NYC pro-Israel parade. 64 percent planning on attending the Israel Day on Fifth parade are ‘very’ or ‘somewhat’ concerned; only one in five who attended in the past plan on going this year. Israel National News, May 30, 2024, 6:41 PM (GMT+3)

A new survey of Jewish New Yorkers about the upcoming Israel Day on Fifth parade shows that only one in five of those who attended the parade in the last five years plan to do so again this year, voicing concerns for their safety. Of those planning on attending, 64 percent are either “very” or “somewhat” concerned for their safety for the first time. INN

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'There won't be a deal' |The difficult conversation between hostage families and NSC Chief. National Security Council Director Tzachi Hanegbi explained to family members of hostages that the government can not give in to Hamas' demand to end the war. Israel National News, May 30, 2024, 9:43 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Now 14 @Now14Israel: It is hard to believe: Norway, Belgium, Ireland and Slovenia refused to support a proposed Israeli resolution calling for the immediate release of the abductees. @MaggieTabibi @NatiLang32. May 30, 2024 on X

Police: Midwood man charged with hate crime for attempting to strike Jewish men with car. Faith Graham and News 12 Staff. May 30, 2024. A Midwood man is facing a slew of charges after attempting to strike a group of Jewish men while yelling antisemitic remarks, police say. Investigators say 58-year-old Asghar Ali is facing a dozen charges including attempted murder, hate crime assault and reckless driving in connection to the incident that took place outside a Jewish school. Police say Ali drove this White Ford Crown Victoria up onto the sidewalk in front of 5520 Glenwood Rd. in Canarsie. Multiple men are seen running inside the school for safety as the driver attempted to run them over. Official say the man was shouting he was going to "Kill all Jews". Police say he attempted to injure five men with three of them only 18 years old. Fortunately, none of them were physically hurt. BrooklynNews12

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Moments before kidnapping: Chilling conversation between Eden Yerushalmi and the police. 24-year-old Eden Yerushalmi was kidnapped from the Nova Festival in Re'im. In the recording, she can be heard describing her situation to the police while incessant gunfire is heard in the background. Israel National News, May 31, 2024, 3:52 AM (GMT+3) INN

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After 20 days, IDF forces exit Jabaliya After rescuing the bodies of seven hostages and destroying 10 kilometers of terror tunnels, IDF forces exit Jabaliya. Uzi Baruch,.May 31, 2024, 11:51 AM (GMT+3) INN

IDF Concludes 3-Week Operation In Jabaliya; 7 Hostages Recovered, Hundreds Of Terrorists Killed [VIDEOS & PHOTOS] May 31, 2024 YWN

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Arrested, suspected of attacking policemen and chaos at a demonstration in Haifa: "Zero tolerance in the Hof district for calls for the destruction of Israel." May 31, 2024 Photo from the demonstration Photo: Israel Police

Six suspects of attacking policemen, disturbing public order, calling for the destruction of Israel and singing praises to the Shahids [dead terrorists] were arrested last night (Thursday) in an illegal demonstration, according to the police, on Ben Gurion Boulevard in Haifa. • Two police officers were injured and evacuated for medical treatment. Israel."

Policemen of the Carmel Coast District together with cavalrymen and MGB soldiers who were held on Ben Gurion Boulevard for an illegal demonstration and procession, according to the police, acted to disperse last night.

According to the police, during the demonstration, the protesters split up and started a procession on the road while obstructing the traffic lanes. The police arrested 6 suspects who violated the public order, among them were heard calls in Arabic for the destruction of Israel, a song of praise for the Shahids.

A police officer who was injured in the demonstration. Photo: Israel Police The police said that during the attempted arrest, two police officers were attacked, who were taken to the hospital and needed medical treatment.

The Israel Police informed the Haifa News website: "The police will continue to allow freedom of expression and protest for everyone within the limits of the law, but will act against riots, the violation of public order which includes harming the freedom of movement of many and putting road users at risk, as well as calls against the State of Israel." Krayot

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IDF says two soldiers killed in Gaza fighting, as ground op toll climbs to 294. By Jacob Magid and Michael Horovitz. 6 arrested as police clear anti-war protesters in Haifa * After guilty verdict in hush money trial, Trump lawyer says he’ll soon appeal, with sentencing set for July 11. TOI

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Official in negotiating team: Hamas ‘delusional’ if it thinks war will end without hostage release. 31 May, 2024, 12:06 pm A member of Israel’s hostage negotiating team emphasizes there will not be a cessation of fighting in Gaza without the release of hostages, a day after Hamas said it would only negotiate with Israel if it ended its operations in the Strip first. TOI

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Official tells Hamas no cease-fire before deal. Itamar Eichner, 05.31.24. YNet

Israel: No ceasefire without a deal. 'Yahya Sinwar is trying to create a ceasefire by force, and it will not happen,' official familiar with prisoner swap negotiations tells Ynet. Israel National News May 31, 2024, 2:17 PM INN

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IDF jets strike four Hezbollah compounds in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/31/2024 07:57 JPost

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Launches fall in western Galilee, no sirens sound - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 05/31/2024 12:50 PM JPost

Hezbollah fires dozens of rockets, striking deep into northern Israel. More than 40 rockets fired, according to Lebanese media, hitting western Galilee areas not evacuated during war; Iron Dome intercept multiple incoming threats; earlier, drone shot down over coastal city of Acre. Yoav Zitun, Lior Ben Ari| 05.31.24. YNet

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Hamas releases recording of hostage Noa Argamani in new propaganda clip. In her statements, which were likely dictated to her by her captors, Argamani criticizes the government for its inability to secure her and the other hostages' release. Yael Ciechanover, Einav Halabi | published:05.31.24 | 19:02 YNet

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Irish Christians regret recognition of 'Palestine.' For our government to think that the appropriate response to these wicked Hamas deeds and evil intentions is to reward them with a fictional state is deeply shameful and is a stain on our beloved Ireland. By Paul Coulter Published on 05-31-2024 05:31 Last modified: 06-03-2024 12:44 ILH

Paul Coulter, June 5, 2024.

Recognizing Ireland in Palestine is a disgrace not seen since the mourning of Hitler.

On behalf of many Christians in Ireland who support Israel, and as part of my role as director of the branch of the International Christian Embassy in Ireland, we feel deeply ashamed of the actions of our government, which decided to recognize a Palestinian state under the current circumstances.

In our opinion, this move achieved nothing other than awarding the terrorism and barbarism of Hamas on 7.10, and it encourages future acts of terrorism against Israel and an unwillingness to compromise on the part of Palestinian leaders.

In our opinion, there are many Christians in Ireland... Zman

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Yossi rainer 𝕏 @yossi_rainer: Swastikas in Jerusalem on Shimon HaTzadik street (AKA Sheikh Jarrah). Police in reaction: "file a complaint." To your attention @itamarbengvir. May 31, 2024 on X

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US Muslim Shaykh who attempts to convert African-Americans outrageously claims IDF ‘killed their own people[sic].’

WATCH NOW: America’s Muslim City | Confronting the Imams who say Islam will save US.GBNA. By Georgia Pearce Published: 31/05/2024 - 21:26.

Abdulkarim Yahya told GBN America he 'doesn't believe' the 'official narratives' of the October 7 attacks GBN

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Sheikh Osamah Salhia In Clifton NJ Friday Sermon: Both Presidential Candidates Are Terrorists; Vote 'Uncommitted' For Palestine; The Greatest Thing We Can Do As Muslims In America Is To Undermine Zionist Corruption. May 31, 2024 Memri

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Pro-Palestinian rioters expected 'Jews on trembling knees', they were wrong. Opinion: In the face of pro-Palestinian activists across the world advocating for what they don't understand, Israel must hold a firm stance on its right to exist. Or Yissachar | updated:Yesterday | 17:47 YNet

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Biden presents new Israel cease-fire plan, calls on Hamas to accept it Proposal ‘opportunity to prove’ Hamas serious about reaching truce, POTUS says, claiming terror group ‘no longer capable’ of carrying out another large-scale attack on Israel; PM says plan allows return of all hostages, elimination of Hamas News Agencies, Itamar Eichner | published:05.31.24. YNet

‘Time for this war to end’: Biden tells Hamas to accept Israel’s hostage-ceasefire offer By Jacob Magid. 31 May, 2024. President sets out Israel’s proposal, urges gov’t to stand behind it; says Gaza ops can resume if terror group violates deal; PMO: War won’t end until all goals met; Hamas ‘positive.’ TOI

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Congressional leaders from both parties formally invite Netanyahu to address joint session of Congress. By Jacob Magid. 31 May 2024, 10:54 pm

Congressional leaders from both parties have sent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a formal invitation to address a joint session of Congress.

The letter is signed by House Speaker Mike Johnson, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.

The speech is expected to take place “as soon as the next eight weeks or soon after August recess,” a source familiar tells The Hill.

An Israeli official confirms Netanyahu’s receipt of the invitation to reporters.

The Hill says the invitation was issued after weeks of delay caused by Schumer, who gave a speech on the Senate floor in March calling for early elections in Israel to replace Netanyahu. Schumer ultimately acquiesced, saying he was prepared to cooperate in a Netanyahu address as long as it was done in a bipartisan way.

“We join the State of Israel in your struggle against terror, especially as Hamas continues to hold American and Israeli citizens captive and its leaders jeopardize regional stability,” the letter reads. “For this reason, on behalf of the bipartisan leadership of the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate, we would like to invite you to address a Joint Meeting of Congress.”

An official familiar with the matter tells The Times of Israel that Netanyahu has been speaking in recent weeks with interest to Republican Congressional leaders about a potential joint session address, viewing it as an opportunity to make Israel’s case on the global stage and is less concerned about some of the political fallout within the US.

Nearly 60 Democrats boycotted Netanyahu’s last joint session address in 2015, which was organized by Republican Congressional leaders behind the back of then-president Barack Obama in order for the Israeli premier to lobby against the nuclear deal that Washington wound up signing with Iran later that year.

A much larger number of Democrats would likely boycott a Netanyahu speech that comes amid Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza, which has become increasingly unpopular among progressives.

While Netanyahu appears to have shored up an invite from Congress, he has not yet received one from the White House and making the trip to Washington without one would only further highlight this divide.

Even before October 7, Netanyahu had not received an invite to the White House since his return to office in late 2022, as he quickly drew Biden’s ire over his efforts to radically overhaul Israel’s judiciary and actions seen as harming the US administration’s attempt to preserve prospects for a two-state solution. Biden visited Israel shortly after the Hamas-led attack, in the first-ever trip a US president has made to the Jewish state amid a war. TOI

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Israeli amendment surprisingly passes World Health Assembly. The amendment, which calls for release of the hostages and condemns Gazan terror groups for militarizing hospitals, roiled the group of Arab countries. Mike Wagenheim. The fifth day of the 77th World Health Assembly, May 31, 2024. Credit: Pan American Health Organization/Creative Commons.The fifth day of the 77th World Health Assembly, May 31, 2024. Credit: Pan American Health Organization/Creative Commons.

(May 31, 2024 / JNS) Israel scored a rare and significant victory over the Arab Group at the World Health Assembly, as an amendment that the Jewish state introduced to a longstanding resolution of the international forum passed unexpectedly on Wednesday.

The Israeli-drafted amendment calls for the release of the hostages whom Hamas and other terrorists continue to hold in Gaza and denounces the militarization of hospitals by armed Gazan groups. The resolution, as amended, passed on Friday.

The World Health Assembly is the forum through which the 194 member states of the World Health Organization govern the United Nations agency and it is the highest international health policy-setting body.

During the assembly’s annual session in Geneva this week, Israel offered the amendment to a resolution, which has passed every year since 1968 and which criticizes Israel for the state of health in Palestinian-controlled territories.

The amendment passed 50 to 44, with 83 abstentions or absences. That margin forced the Arab Group of countries at the United Nations to either accept the amended resolution or to attempt to vote it down or to abstain.

The resolution is a recurring item, with which member states tinker here and there year after year. Algeria drafted this year’s iteration on behalf of the Arab Group. Iran, Russia, Cuba, Columbia, Venezuela and others supported it.

Once an amendment to a resolution passes at the World Health Assembly, that resolution cannot be withdrawn without the consent of the country whose amendment was passed—in this case Israel.

Egypt asked Israel to withdraw the resolution on behalf of the Arab Group. Before Israel could give a response, Egypt took back its request, and introduced a further series of amendments instead.

The attempt of the Arab Group to withdraw the resolution “exposed their hypocrisy,” because they “cannot recognize the horrors faced by Israeli hostages at the hands of Hamas in Gaza, or to condemn the systematic use of health facilities by terrorists,” the Israeli mission to the United Nations in Geneva stated.

The resolution’s annual passage “has never been about the health of the Palestinian people—as they have claimed since 1968—but always about hatred for Israel,” the Israeli delegation added. “Today this is more clear than ever.”

During debate on the resolution, Meirav Eilon Shahar, Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva, said that “a decision that does not also condemn the militarization of health facilities by terrorists in Gaza has no intention of improving the health conditions on the ground.”

“A decision on health that does not demand the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages, who are held by a terrorist organization, raped and tortured, is an unforgivable moral failure,” the Israeli diplomat added.

The Israeli amendment “calls for the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages held in Gaza, including children, women and older persons, and condemns the use, by armed groups, of health facilities, including hospitals and ambulances, that endangers the civilian population.”

The amendment received a wide range of support—from traditional allies, like the United States, United Kingdom and Germany, to countries that often oppose Israel in international forums, such as Iceland, Spain and the Philippines. (Israel barred the Spanish consulate in Jerusalem from serving residents of the Palestinian Authority, after Spain recognized an independent Palestinian state last week.)

The resolution passed on Friday by a 102-6 vote, with 28 abstentions and 41 absences. Among those who abstained were Iran, Syria, Turkey and Libya, which are typically expected to vote against the Jewish state at all times.

The assembly passed a separate Gaza-related resolution on Friday, calling on “all parties to fully comply with their obligations” under the 1949 Geneva conventions, and ensure “unimpeded, safe and unobstructed” passage for medical personnel.

That resolution was already passed by consensus during a World Health Organization executive board special session in December and held U.S. support.

Asher Salmon, a physician and head of international relations at the Israeli Health Ministry, was elected to a three-year term on the World Health Organization’s executive board, during the session on Friday.

European member states of the World Health Organization endorsed his candidacy. Salmon will be among the 34 members of the board, whose powers include outlining policy and setting the U.N. agency’s priorities.

The Palestinians and their allies opposed Salmon’s candidacy. That included Syria, Pakistan, Lebanon, Yemen and Tunisia, all of which have documented violations of human and health rights.

“I intend to work together with all member states,” Salmon stated. “I believe that health crosses borders and that through health, we can promote solidarity and peace among nations.” JNS

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Houthis fire missiles and drones from Yemen, US military says. By Reuters. 06/01/2024 JPost

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Hezbollah fires Burkan ballistic missile at north, IDF striks S. Leabnon. Iran-backed terror group claims responsibility for at least five attacks on northern Israel on Saturday; Missile causes damage to infrastructure, property in Kiryat Shmona and nearby military base. Israel Moskovitz, Yoav zitun | 06.01.24 YNet

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Indonesian willing to send peace keepers to Gaza. Ron Crissy, Agencies | 06.01.24. YNet

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PM in English statement: No end to war without Israel's objectives met. The apparent difference in the new statement after an earlier one made comes to counter a possible interpretation of Biden's words to mean Israel would accept a Hamas rule over Gaza after the war. Itamar Eichner | 06.01.24 YNet

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IDF locates, destroys rocket launcher aimed at Israel, tunnel shafts in Rafah. The IDF spokesperson informed that the Nahal Brigade recently located many weapons, including a rocket launcher with six barrels in Rafah aimed at Israel, an ammunition depot containing dozens of grenades, IEDs, AK-47s, vests, and cartridges. The force activated a drone to search for a suspect and found many explosive barrels. They also located several tunnel shafts, encountered terrorists in underground tunnels, and eliminated them. The IDF also destroyed terrorist infrastructure such as launching sites, sniper positions, and weapons depots. Yoav Zitun | 06.01.24 YNet

The drone entered a house - and detected a trap: this is what the Nahal fighters found in Rafah | Documentation. IDF forces continue to operate in the Rafah area • During the last few days, the fighters located many weapons • Also, the forces located many shafts in the area, encountered terrorists in the underground and eliminated them| n12|  01.06.24 .

The IDF spokesman informed .. that the battle team of the Nahal Brigade led by Division 162 continues to operate in the Rafah area. Over the past few days, the fighters located many weapons, including a launcher with six barrels aimed at the territory of the country, an ammunition depot containing dozens of grenades, charges, Kalashnikovs, cartridges and vests. The forces also activated a drone to scan for a suspect and during the scans, many explosive barrels were located readiness for use. Mako

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Egyptian, US and Israeli officials to discuss reopening Rafah crossing, Egypt's Al Qahera says. By Reuters. 06/01/2024 02:36 PM JPost

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Hostage and Missing Families Forum: 'Calling on all MKs to say yes to the Netanyahu deal.' By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/01/2024 06:14 PM JPost

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Report: IDF Exposes Secret Egypt-Gaza Bridge in Rafah Operation. By Joel Pollack, June 1, 2024. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) operation in Rafah has exposed the existence of a secret overpass between Egypt and Gaza, which Hamas could use to import anything without international supervision, according to the Jerusalem Post.

Lt. Col. Amit Yagor (Res.), a former intelligence officer, wrote:

[Egypt] enables an entire industry of smuggling tunnels from its territory to the territory of the Gaza Strip and, in practice, constitutes the organization’s “oxygen pipe” and a main source of illegal weapons, ammunition, and prohibited materials that enabled the establishment of “Deep Gaza.”

The highlight was the existence of an overpass between Egypt and Gaza – the Salah al-Din crossing that was used for the movement of goods from Egypt to the Gaza Strip without any Israeli or international supervision. It was not widely publicized and operated in addition to the famous Rafah crossing.

Apparently, the economy of the tunnels/goods/crossings and the industry that developed on Egyptian soil contributed quite a bit to the quiet that Egypt asked to preserve in the Sinai Peninsula, and hence the Egyptian interest in not eliminating it, as Egypt knew how to do in many other cases.

Egypt had opposed an Israeli operation in Rafah, as had the Biden administration. It is clear now that Egypt wanted to cover up its role in Hamas’s smuggling and importing of weapons. The Biden administration may also have wanted to preserve the image of Egypt as a U.S. ally... Breitbart

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ICC prosecutor Khan co-authored essay saying defendants can’t get fair shake at world court: report. By Benjamin Weinthal, June 1, 2024.

The British chief prosecutor Karim Khan for the International Criminal Court (ICC) published an academic essay in 2013 that suggested his own current effort to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would be a travesty of justice because the court cannot provide due process to defendants. Khan’s academic paper places big question marks over whether defendants, who are hauled before the world court, can secure a fair trial.

In one telling example of the cards allegedly being stacked against the defendant at the ICC, Khan wrote "[ICC procedures] allow[s] the prosecutor to submit and rely on anonymous summaries of witness evidence that may be significantly lacking in substance, coherence, or both..." Fox News

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The Policies That Are Killing Israeli Soldiers. By Jonathan Schanzer, June 1, 2024.

Biden Administration policies have put Israeli soldiers in greater danger.

To understand why the White House bears some responsibility, we need only look back upon U.S. Gaza policy over the last three months.

On the eve of the month-long Muslim holiday of Ramadan, in March, the White House warned Israel to halt its military advance on Rafah. The Israelis had removed Hamas from the vast majority of the Gaza Strip. The IDF was on the cusp of destroying the terrorist group, defying the predictions of most Middle East experts. The U.S. warned that war during Ramadan could lead to a multi-front conflict the Israelis wanted to avoid. These warnings resonated with the Israelis, who had had first-hand experience with Ramadan-inspired conflicts in recent years. So they agreed to halt for a month.

But when that month was over, and the Israelis readied for a renewal of the war, the White House moved the goal posts. The U.S. immediately began to warn of a potential humanitarian disaster in Gaza. The State Department went so far as to suggest that Israel could be guilty of war crimes in Rafah. The White House even threatened to halt the provision of ammunition to Israel, as a result of these purported fears. Never mind that Israel had kept the civilian to militant casualty count lower than any of America’s previous engagements in Iraq or Afghanistan. Commentary

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Israel wanted Gazan clan to take over after war – but Hamas beheaded it. Secret plan derailed when Doghmush group’s leader was executed. Melanie Swan. June 1, 2024

A secret Israeli plan to persuade a powerful Gazan clan to take power from Hamas was derailed when the terror group executed its leader, The Telegraph can reveal.

The plan to install Gaza’s Doghmush clan – the most powerful in the enclave – failed after the group’s leader and several of its allies were assassinated, an Israeli intelligence source with knowledge of the plan said.

The intelligence source said an attempt was made two months ago to encourage the notorious Doghmush family to take control when the fighting ends.

“We offered the Doghmush control over Gaza,” the source said. “It ended disastrously.”

“The short attempt ended with Hamas entering the clan’s compound, beheading its people, and the next day all the clans jointly announced support for Hamas.” Daily Telegraph

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US-sanctioned ex-officer among Iranian candidates to replace Raisi. By Reuters.

06/01/2024 06:41 PM JPost

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Benjamin Netanyahu confirms upcoming address to U.S. Congress. The Israeli Prime Minister will be the first world leader to speak at the Congress four times. i24NEWS, June 01, 2024 at 10:06 PM i24

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New York: Anti-Israel protesters arrested after taking over Brooklyn Museum. Israel National News Jun 2, 2024, 6:30 AM INN

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Brooklyn Muslim community center Ceremony calls for 'purification' from 'scent' of Zionists.

Speaker At Graduation Ceremony Of Brooklyn Muslim Community Center Weekend School: The Soil Of Palestine Is Sullied With The Scent Of The Zionists, It Needs To Be Purified Again. June 1, 2024 Memri

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Chile joins South Africa's ICJ case against Israel. Chilean President Gabriel Boric accuses the IDF ... Israel National News,.Jun 2, 2024, 6:57 AM (GMT+3) INN

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These are the details - and complications - of Israel's proposed hostage deal. Three-phase deal for the return of hostages and end of war in Gaza cause uproar in Netanyahu's coalition after US President Joe Biden's speech presenting it Itamar Eichner, Einav Halabi | published: 06.02.24 |09:35 YNet

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Israeli official sees slim chance Biden's deal will be finalized due to Hamas' demands. Ariel Kahana, June 2. 2024. ILH

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US forces destroy one Houthi drone, ballistic missiles in Red Sea, CENTCOM says. By Reuters. 06/02/2024 05:23 AM JPost

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IAF jets strike Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/02/2024 09:29 AM JPost

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Two Hezbollah UAVs explode in Katzrin area, Golan Heights - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/02/2024 09:49 AM JPost

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School children run for safety as sirens blare in north. In a video circulating online, the young pupils could be heard running to shelter as their school bus arrives. After about half an hour of continuous air raid warnings in the Golan and Israeli communities along the Lebanese border, the Israeli military said shortly before 9 a.m. that the incident had ended. [36] Erez Linn, June 2. 2024. ILH

Arsen Ostrovsky 🎗️ @Ostrov_A: Hi, how is your morning? Here in the north of Israel, a group of school children starting the new week, had to run for shelter, after a missile attack from Lebanon! on X

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764 trucks enter Gaza through Rafah Crossing. Israel National News Jun 2, 2024, 11:19 AM INN

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After weeks of pro-Palestinian protests, Londoners take to the streets with Israeli flags. Miri Weissman, June 2, 2024. ILH

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British shadow minister under threat by anti-Israel mob. Israel National News. Jun 2, 2024, 4:33 PM INN

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Watch: Hostages' families march in New York. Activists and relatives of hostages who are being held by Hamas in Gaza marched in New York City prior to the start of the annual Israel Day on 5th Parade.

Israel National News, Jun 2, 2024, 5:34 PM INN

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War in the north: Firefighters fighting blazes caused by rockets and drones. Israel National News Jun 2, 2024, 5:59 PM INN

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Watch: IDF strikes terrorist in Hezbollah weapons storage facility. Israel National News. Jun 2, 2024, 5:19 PM INN

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Hezbollah attacks escalate in northern Israel, injuries reported. Multiple alerts triggered all across Lebanon border, property damaged and major fires break out as IDF responds to rocket barrage and intrusion attempts; Nahariya hit by drone in first in war.

Yair Kraus | published: 06.02.24 | 21:36 YNet

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Reports in Syria: 12 militiamen dead in Israeli attack in the Aleppo area. Sounds of loud explosions reported at a copper factory in the area of ​​the city of Aleppo. Al-Arabiya reports that Israel was behind the attack. Israel National News. Published: Jun 3, 2024, 1:31 AM (GMT+3) Updated: 3:05 AM INN

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IDF furious | Palestinian Authority frees terrorist who murdered two soldiers. The terrorist who murdered two soldiers in a ramming attack turned himself into the PA police, who, after holding him for a day, released him. Israel National News, Jun 3, 2024, 8:07 AM (GMT+3) INN

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Arrow system intercepts ballistic missile targeting Eilat. The missile was reportedly fired by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen. (June 3, 2023 / JNS) JNS

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Dolev Yehud was an October 7 hero: 'Went out to treat the wounded, saving lives was in his blood.' The morning of the massacre he went out to take care of the wounded, while his pregnant wife and 3 children waited; His body was identified on Monday morning, after 8 months in which he was considered a hostage. Adir Yanko | 06.03.24: 14:08 YNet

IDF locates body of October 7th victim Dolev Yehud in Nir Oz. Israel National News Jun 3, 2024, 8:59 AM INN

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'We won't stop the war until the hostages return.'

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant told US Secretary of State Antony Blinken that Israel is working on setting up an alternative to Hamas rule in Gaza.

Israel National News Jun 3, 2024, 12:21 PM INN

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Netanyahu says ‘gaps’ between Israel’s hostage deal proposal and terms presented by Biden. By TOI Staff. 03 June, 2024 Egypt says Hamas views latest proposal ‘positively,’ awaits Israeli response * Blinken talks ceasefire deal with Gallant, Gantz * Arrow system downs ballistic missile fired at Eilat. TOI

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Hezbollah burns 2,500 acres of land in northern Israel: 'It will take years to recover.' Hezbollah's rockets burn a substantial amount of land in the Golan Heights, forcing firefighters to work hours on the resultant fires; Hezbollah expands its range to Acre and Nahariya; 'It's closing in on us' Yair Kraus, Alexandra Lukash | published:13:41 YNet

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Ronania: Syrian citizen attempts attack on Israeli embassy.

A Molotov cocktail was thrown at the lobby of the Israeli embassy building in Romania. No one was injured in the incident. The suspect was arrested and taken for interrogation.

Nitzan Kedar. Jun 3, 2024, 3:31 PM INN

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New York: New York: Anti-Israel protester holds sign reading, 'Kill hostages now.' Masked anti-Israel protester holds hateful sign calling for the deaths of all hostages, including innocent civilian elderly, women, and children.

Israel National News, Jun 3, 2024, 11:07 AM (GMT+3)

A masked anti-Israel protester attempted to disrupt the Israel Day Parade which took place Sunday in New York.

As he marched wearing a black mask and Palestinian Authority flag, the man held a sign reading, "Kill hostages now."

This year's parade was led by the families of the approximately 250 people who were taken hostage by Hamas and other terrorists on October 7. The Red Cross has not been allowed to visit or treat any of the hostages, and it is not clear how many remain alive.

The vast majority of hostages taken on October 7 were civilians, among them women and children. Fifteen civilian women and two children still remain hostage in Gaza, despite agreements that they would be freed during the November 2023 prisoner swap deal.

Hamas refuses to commit to releasing even 33 living hostages out of the over 120 hostages still remaining in Gaza in any proposed prisoner swap deal. INN

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At Israel parade: Chuck Schumer: Hamas is evil, we will defeat Hamas. Israel National News Jun 3, 2024, 2:35 PM INN

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Israeli vehicles fired on in West Bank, no injuries. 03 June, 2024. TOI

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Middle Eastern students are protesting Egypt for not opening Rafah. June 3, 2024.

While the purportedly "pro-Palestinian" protesters in the US and Europe are careful not to demand that Egypt do anything to help out Gazans who cannot escape, student protesters in Egypt and Lebanon have no problem making those demands. EoZ

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Shin Bet says it foiled Hamas suicide bombing plot directed from Turkey.

Israel says it foiled a recent attempt by Hamas to carry out a suicide bombing attack in Israel, directed by members of the terror group in Turkey.

By Emanuel Fabian, 03 June, 2024.

The Shin Bet says that as part of the plans ahead of the attack, the would-be suicide bomber filmed a last will, took motorcycle lessons that he would have used in the attack, and received funds and instructions to carry out the bombing, including where to collect the explosive device from a hidden location in the West Bank.

The large fragmentation bomb, weighing some 12 kilograms, was seized by the Shin Bet from a spring in the West Bank, the agency says. Next to the bomb, the Shin Bet says, it found written instructions on how to carry out the attack. TOI

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In A Child's Bedroom: IDF locates rocket and mortar cache in Rafah. Israel National News Jun 3, 2024, 5:29 PM INN

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Cleared for publication: 4 hostages murdered in captivity. IDF clears for publication that hostages Haim Perry, Yoram Metzger, Amiram Cooper, and Nadav Popplewell are no longer alive. Israel National News Jun 3, 2024, 8:52 PM INN

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Report: Netanyahu to address Congress next Thursday. Elad Benari Jun 3, 2024, 11:23 PM INN

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Thousands march in London, demanding hostages' return. Israel National News Jun 4, 2024, 12:09 AM INN

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Son of slain hostage: 'Hamas abducted them and Hamas was responsible for their lives.' Israel National News, Jun 4, 2024, 9:18 AM INN

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Lebanese report: Israel to declare war in the near future.

British sources believe Israel will attack Lebanon in mid-June, report says.

Israel National News, Jun 4, 2024, 10:00 AM INN

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Iran will react if IAEA passes resolution against it - Fars news agency. By Reuters. 06/04/2024 10:03 AM JPost

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Europe's draft IAEA resolution presses Iran. Reuters YNet

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Iranian foreign minister meets Nasrallah on 1st Lebanon visit since taking office. Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Bakri met with Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut on Monday, Hezbollah said. This was Bakri's first visit to Lebanon since assuming office in the wake of the death of his predecessor in a helicopter crash last month. From Beirut, the minister travelled to Damascus for meetings with Syrian leaders. Lior Ben Ari | 06.04.24 | 11:08 YNet

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Two UAVs intercepted over Galilee; Fire in forest near Tzfat. Israel National News, Jun 4, 2024, 11:50 AM INN

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Reservist wounded from interception in Safed. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/04/2024 12:04 PM JPost

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'Clear and repeated anti-Israel bias' European Jewish leaders condemn EU High Commissioner.

Over 100 Jewish leaders from across Europe met to discuss operational methods to combat the harassment of Jews on the continent and the rising tide of antisemitic hate since October 7.

Israel National News. Jun 4, 2024, 1:48 PM "...we note with great concern EU High Representative Josep Borrell’s clear and repeated anti-Israel bias that has been a significant contributory factor to the ongoing antisemitism and the vilification of the state of Israel." INN

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ADL accuses Jewish Voice for Peace of violating election laws. Israel National News, Jun 4, 2024, 3:50 PM. INN

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PA names hall after arch-terrorist Abu Jihad, whom it admires for planning murder of 125. By Nan Jacques Zilberdik, June 4, 2024.

Until Hamas’ massacre against Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, the Coastal Road terror attack was the most lethal in Israel’s history. Fatah terrorists from Lebanon hijacked a bus full of Israeli civilians on vacation and murdered 37, of whom 12 were children. Arch-terrorist Abu Jihad planned and supervised the attack, which was led by female terrorist Dalal Mughrabi.

The PA has praised Abu Jihad for orchestrating the murder of at least 125 Israelis, and Palestinian Media Watch has documented how the PA has turned him into a role model for Palestinian society. Posthumously, PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas awarded Abu Jihad the Star of Honor. [37] PalWatch

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Footage: Hamas terrorists eliminated in UNRWA school. Uzi Baruch. Jun 4, 2024, 2:02 PM INN

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TIME: Biden: 'Hamas could end this tomorrow' Israel National News. Jun 4, 2024, 3:52 PM INN

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Survey: US Jews more optimistic about Israel's future than America's. Jewish People Policy Institute publishes results of Kol Haam: Voice of the Jewish People Survey, which show more Jews believe US is not supporting Israel enough.

Israel National News, Jun 4, 2024, 4:53 PM. INN

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PM to U.S. Jewish students: 'fight lies with truth.' Ynetnews. 06.04.24. YNet

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Troops wrap up push to re-clear Hamas from Gaza City neighborhood. 04 June, 2024 TOI

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Lapid hails Haredi backing for hostage deal proposal. 04 June, 2024 TOI

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Hezbollah names operative killed in drone hit. 04 June, 2024 TOI

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Biden: Netanyahu willing to do almost anything to free hostages, as pressure ramps up. By TOI Staff. US president also says Israelis have ‘every reason’ to believe war dragged out due to politics * Shas backs truce proposal attacked by Ben Gvir, Smotrich * Qatar asks for clarity. 04 June, 2024. TOI

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‘A nightmare’: North cries out for action amid widespread fires sparked by Hezbollah. Stuart Viner and TOI Staff. Opposition lawmakers pan ‘weak’ government as fires burn for over a day across swaths of territory; far-right ministers say Lebanon should ‘burn,’ be sent back to ‘Stone Age.’ TOI

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Anti-Israel group accused of breaking election laws as it backs reps Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar. By Michael Kaplan. Published June 3, 2024, 5:36 p.m. ET Protesters including members of Jewish Voice for Peace rallying in Washington DC The "electoral arm" of anti-Israel protest group Jewish Voice for Peace - the group behind this protest in one of the House of Representatives' office buildings last year - is facing a demand for a formal investigation over how it spends its money.

A high-profile anti-Israel group was accused Monday of breaking election laws – and told it must come clean on how it is spending its donors’ cash.

The Jewish Voice for Peace Action PAC calls itself the “electoral wing” and “sister organization” of anti-Zionist group Jewish Voice for Peace, which has funded and organized campus protests, some of which turned violent. It also calls itself Jewish Vote for Peace.

But the Anti-Defamation League alleged Monday that JVP Action PAC is breaking strict laws on its spending – and said it should be forced to account for where its money goes.

Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar and Michigan Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib, who both expressed anti-Israel views and are backed by JVP Action.

The political action committee backs a slate of outspoken critics of Israel – among them Michigan Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib, who was censured by Congress for calling for the destruction of the Jewish state and justifying the Hamas Oct. 7 massacre as “resistance.”

It also calls for voters to back Bronx Rep. Jamaal Bowman, who is facing a tough primary over his anti-Israel record, and Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar, who was accused of “blood libel” for calling Jewish students “pro-genocide” last month.

In a formal complaint to the Federal Election Commission the ADL alleged that JPV Action PAC spent a total of $82,956 from 2020 to 2023.

Yet only $1,775, or slightly more than two percent went to candidates.

Rep. Rashida Tlaib, has been identified by JVP Action as one of its key 2024 candidates. She was censured by Congress for calling the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre “resistance.” A close-up view of a sign reading 'Jewish vote for peace'

The PAC also calls itself Jewish Vote for Peace when it appeals to donors for cash.

ADL attorney Steve Sheinberg told The Post, “I don’t know what they are doing with the money.

“But they are not doing what they are supposed to be doing. According to public filings, it looks like they received money, didn’t pay taxes on it and did not give the money to candidates.

“Considering JVP’s involvement in all manner of anti-Israel protests, I would like to know what the PAC money is being spent on.

“FEC must hold JVP PAC accountable for violations of the law.”

JVP Action PAC is also accused of taking illegal contributions from donors who had already given the $5,000 maximum per year, another breach of the law. NY Post

('Jewish Voice for Peace’ is Neither. Mike Offner, Nov 17, 2023 What's in a name?

The group calling itself “Jewish Voice for Peace” is neither Jewish nor for peace.

It is, rather, a front for promotion of Jew-hatred and antisemitic propaganda.

The name of the group is a sick joke and a childish though deadly and evil ploy to attempt to convey and promote division within the Jewish community, to create the false impression that there are large numbers of Jews who believe the State of Israel has no right to exist, and to promote the insanity that the October 7 war crimes of Hamas were somehow “justified” by the history of the region.

The Judean published a since-deleted [38] tweet - from an individual who appears to have forgotten to switch to the “Jewish Voice for Peace” account before publishing this comment: [39] TOI

"Jewish Voice For Peace" Exposed By Errant Tweet From A Muslim Extremist. The Judean Staff International 15 May 2023.

During the "Shield and Arrow" operation, CNN anchor Jake Tapper spoke about Israel's right to defend itself. In an attempt to condemn Tapper, Dr. Hatem Bazian, an anti-Zionist and arguably an antisemitic Muslim, accidentally wrote a post from his personal Twitter account instead of the account of the American leftist group "Jewish Voice for Peace", thus exposing that the organization does not necessarily present a Jewish voice at all.

Throughout the recent Israel Defense Forces operation in Gaza, many voices in Israel and around the world spoke out for and against the actions of the IDF and the State of Israel. Dr. Hatem Bazian, one of the leaders of the BDS movement in the US and the founder of the extreme student group “Students for Justice in Palestine” (SJP), responded to the statement of Tapper, the CNN presenter who seemingly backed Israel's right to defend itself. — Canary Mission (@canarymission) May 14, 2023. In his own words, meant for the Jewish Voices for Peace Twitter account, Hazem said: "Jake Tapper, your reporting on Rashida Tlaib’s Nakba 75 event was racist and anti-Palestinian. As Jews who believe in human rights and justice, we demand you do better.” But the doctor's mistake was revealing that he has been writing on behalf of the Jewish Voices for Peace, despite not being Jewish or even remotely affiliated with the Jewish people whatsoever. The next day that post was deleted and another one came up with similar language. In fact, there were several JVP tweets with nearly identical messaging that came from Palestinian activists. [40])

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Israeli forces arrest 24 suspects in overnight operation in West Bank. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/04/2024 06:44 PM JPost

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IDF troops thwart suspect attempting to enter Israel. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/04/2024 06:51 PM JPost

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Sullivan: Ball is in Hamas's court, response to ceasefire proposal awaited U.S. National Security Advisor acknowledges the possibility that Hamas might prefer to continue the conflict rather than accept the ceasefire, in conversation with reporters i24NEWS | published:06.05.24|07:48 YNet

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IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in five locations in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/05/2024 08:08 AM JPost

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Netanyahu in Kiryat Shmona: 'We are prepared for very intense action in the north.' Hezki Baruch, Jun 5, 2024, 12:25 PM INN

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IDF establishes new counterterrorism unit in the Gaza border area. Uzi Baruch, Jun 5, 2024, 2:58 PM INN

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Merrick Garland: 'I'm extremely worried, terror threat way up after October 7'. US Attorney General issues dire warning on level of terror threat against the US in Congressional hearing on same day FBI director makes similar warning in Senate hearing. Israel National News, Jun 5, 2024, 5:26 PM INN

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Five arrested: Clashes at Damascus Gate before Flag March. Young Jews clashed with activists from the left-wing movements 'Standing Together' and the Humanitarian Guard and journalists who came to cover the march. Five were arrested for investigation. Israel National News Jun 5, 2024, 6:36 PM INN

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At least 11 hurt in Hezbollah drone attack on soccer field.

1 in critical condition, 3 in serious condition after Hezbollah drone explodes in a soccer field in Druze town of Hurfeish in northern Israel.

Israel National News, Jun 5, 2024, 6:35 PM INN

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Herzog: 'World shouldn't be surprised when Israel responds to Hezbollah.' Israel National News, Jun 5, 2024, 8:36 PM INN

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Biden pushes for a hostage deal next week, but Hamas not satisfied with US guarantee. Hamas expressed concerns over Israeli proposal, which does not guarantee that Israel would not resume figting in Gaza after the first phase - a temporary six-week cease-fire, the Wall Street Journal reveals. Moran Azulay, Yoav Zitun, Einav Halabi | published:06.05.24|20:57 YNet

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A young Arab pretended to be a soldier and interviewed against Israel: "They kill women and babies." Shlomi Heller, Last updated: 6.5.2024 / 8:30

According to the suspicion, the guy was interviewed on social media against the state, identifying himself as an Israeli soldier. After the video reached the police, they were able to locate the young man, who turned out to be a resident of Abu Ghosh who had not enlisted in the army. He was taken for questioning, at the end of which he was imprisoned, and a request will be made to extend his detention. Walla!

Online incitement: an Arab who impersonated a soldier and slandered Israel was arrested. A 19-year-old Arab from Abu Ghosh posed as an IDF soldier and gave an interview against Israel on social media. The police arrested him. Israel National News, Jun 5, 2024, 8:29 AM (GMT+3)

Over the past week the Jerusalem District of the Israel Police has been monitoring social media posts by an Arab, suspecting that he is impersonating an IDF soldier and slandering Israel in an interview to someone who has many online followers.

The documentation shows an Arab-Israeli suspect who presented himself as an IDF soldier, sending messages against Israel and IDF soldiers, while claiming the "systematic and deliberate killing of women, children and babies in Gaza every day."

Following the incident that raised suspicions that the suspect was impersonating a soldier, police initiated operations to locate his identity and place of residence and check the content that was posted. After they found that this was a 19-year-old Arab-Israeli resident of Abu Ghosh who is not a soldier, they opened an investigation.

Last Tuesday night, detectives from the Harel station came to Abu Ghosh and arrested the suspect at his home. He was taken to the local police station for questioning. After being interrogated he was detained and today the police will submit a request to the court to extend his detention. INN

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Sen. Tom Cotton to A-G: Investigate ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan. Israel National News, Jun 6, 2024, 8:00 AM INN

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Hamas rejects Israel's proposal for ceasefire deal - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/06/2024 09:37 AM JPost

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Car bomb explodes near Jenin in West Bank, no casualties - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/06/2024 09:55 AM JPost

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Report: Hamas rejected hostage deal. Israel National News, Jun 6, 2024, 9:08 AM INN

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Sen. Tom Cotton to A-G: Investigate ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan. Israel National News, Jun 6, 2024, 8:00 AM INN

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First sergeant (res.) Refael Kauders killed in drone attack.

IDF reservist Refael Kauders, 39, fought in the Alon Brigade and fell in battle in northern Israel.

Israel National News, Jun 6, 2024, 8:30 AM INN

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Terrorists attempting to breach Gaza border are eliminated. Israel National News, Jun 6, 2024, 9:55 AM INN

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Sderot Mayor: 'We need to control Gaza for many years to come.' Yoni Kempinski. Jun 6, 2024, 9:59 AM INN

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Gazan terrorists attempt to infiltrate Israel, evading IDF security buffer before being spotted. By Amir Bohbot. 06/06/2024 10:10 AM JPost

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IDF strikes Hezbollah military structures, terrorists in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/06/2024 05:11 PM JPost

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IDF continues operations in Bureij, Deir al Balah, and Rafah after new terror tunnels uncovered. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/06/2024 05:06 PM JPost

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US to impose sanctions on Lions' Den terrorist group operating in Nablus. By Hannah Sarisohn, 06/06/2024 05:55 PM JPost

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IDF names terrorists killed in Gaza school strike, says media ‘fell for Hamas tactics.’ By TOI Staff. 06 June, 2024. ...Noting the overnight airstrike on terror operatives gathered in three classrooms in a UN school in central Gaza’s Nuseirat, Hagari says “This is the fifth time we have had to target Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists operating from inside UNRWA facilities.”

“In the last months alone, Hamas wages wars from schools and hospitals. Hamas hopes that international law and public sympathy will provide a shield for their military activities, which is why they systematically operate from schools, UN facilities, hospitals and mosques,” he says.

“Sadly, we saw some media outlets fall for Hamas’s tactics yet again, before checking the facts,” Hagari continues.

“While Hamas abuses international law, the IDF will continue to operate according to international law. The systematic abuse of UN facilities is a war crime, and it must be stopped by the world,” he adds. TOI

Hillel Fuld @HilzFuld: Hey @piersmorgan, here are the names, pictures, and titles of the Hamas terrorists that the IDF eliminated in the UNWRA school you tweeted about claiming that the people killed were innocent. Let me know if you need me to translate the Hebrew, although you seem to think you know pretty well having translated Netanyahu's words ... Jun 6, 2024 on X

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Awesome Jew @Jewsarethegoat: ⚠️ 'Radi Ahmad' is flying a Nazi swastika flag at his tire shop in Jacksonville, Florida.

The Islamic Jew hater says, he's Palestinian and he's voicing the opinion for his people. June 6, 2024 on X

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NYPD seeks suspect: Victim struck in face with rock, Israel flag burned. By Michael Starr. 06/06/2024 07:50 PM JPost

Notes part II (June 7 - July 7)

'Falling for Hamas tactics’: IDF names 9 terrorists killed in school strike, slams media. After attack on UNRWA facility that reportedly killed 33 and sparked global anger, army spokesman says its intel showed no women or children in the targeted rooms.

By Emanuel Fabian, 07 June, 2024. TOI Staff and Agencies. [41] TOI

IDF identifies terrorists eliminated in UNRWA school strike. Chief military spokesperson Daniel Hagari criticizes global media for echoing false Palestinian claims of civilian casualties, says army delayed strike twice due to civilians located in area Yael Ciechanover | published:06.06.24 | 23:40 YNet

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WATCH: IAF jets strike Hezbollah infrastructure overnight.

By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/07/2024 08:23 AM JPost.

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France: Arab charged with financing terrorism against Israelis. Israel National News, Jun 7, 2024, 1:07 AM INN

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Houthi Al-Masirah TV: US-UK strikes on Yemen's Hodeidah. By Reuters. 06/07/2024 03:00 PM JPost

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Toronto: Police dismantle anti-Israel encampment at York University. Elad Benari. Jun 7, 2024, 4:53 AM INN

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Netanyahu's address to Congress to take place on July 24. House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell announced Netanyahu will address a joint session of Congress on Wednesday, July 24. Elad Benari, Jun 7, 2024, 4:56 AM INN

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Following sirens, Gaza border communities detect a fall in an open area, no casualties. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/07/2024 11:18 AM JPost

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Paratroopers Brigade joins fighting in Gaza Israel National News, Jun 7, 2024, 11:41 AM INN

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Bodycam footage. Weapons found in baby's crib in Rafah

IDF publishes footage from the body cameras of the soldiers of the Nahal Brigade in the Rafah area

Israel National News, Jun 7, 2024, 1:21 PM INN

WATCH: IDF soldiers find weapons in baby crib in Rafah. By Jerusalem Post Staff. June 7, 2024. Nahal Brigade soldiers discover weapons in a house in Rafah, Gaza Strip, June 7, 2024. (IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT) The soldiers fought in close-quarter battles with armed terrorists above and below ground. JPost

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After denying Hamas rapes. Political commentator Briahna Joy Gray fired from The Hill. Israel National News, Jun 7, 2024, 4:14 AM INN

Commentator axed after disrespectful eye roll during interview with hostage's sister. The Hill commentator Brianna Joy Gray fired over behavior toward Yarden Gonen, sister of Hamas hostage Romi Gonen... Ynet | 06.06.24:13:52 ...According to the broadcast footage, when Gonen expressed hope that Gray believed testimonies revealing that female hostages are subjected to sexual violence by terrorists, Gray rolled her eyes, sighed, and abruptly ended the interview. "I really hope that you specifically will believe women when they say they got hurt," Gonen said. Gray reportedly rolled her eyes, sighed, and said, "Okay, thanks for joining. Stick around," cutting off the guest's remarks live on air. YNet

Tov | [#SHAREWIDELY] Briahna Joy Gray not only rolled her eyes at Yarden Gonen, the sister of Israeli hostage Romi Gonen, but also perpetuated antisemitic conspiracy that Israel is to blame for 9/11. Briahna exploited an interview with an Israeli hostage’s sister to promote antisemitism. You cannot get lower than this. Her behavior toward Yarden is appalling and dehumanizing. Yarden, we love you and we will continue to fight for you and your sister @bring.romi.home. June 6, 2024. Instagram

Brianna Joy Gray. It was after she tried to white wash the pro terror rallies on Michigan reminding that it has a large Muslim population, she even dared bringing up a "rational" for 9/11 -- in the name of others -- in her words of "Israel's occupation of [so-called] palestine." EoZ

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Moving: Women pray at site of music festival massacre. Hezki Baruch, Jun 7, 2024, 2:54 PM INN

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CAMERAorg @CAMERAorg: In May CAMERA achieved a record 75 corrections, beating out our previous monthly record of 59 corrections in October 2023 👏 This is more than double our achieved corrections achieved in in May of last year 📈 Bad reporting is growing, but so are our successes in reining it in... Jun 7, 2024 on X

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Gaza women and children killed less frequently as war toll rises, analysis finds While Gaza's Hamas-controlled Health Ministry continues to claim women and children make up two-thirds of war fatalities, breakdown of data indicates sharp decline. Associated Press | published:06.07.24: 14:25. The proportion of Palestinian women and children being killed in the Israel-Hamas war appears to have declined sharply, an Associated Press analysis of Gaza Health Ministry data has found, a trend that both coincides with Israel's changing battlefield tactics and contradicts the ministry's own public statements. YNet

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Israel secures full control over entire Gaza-Egypt border, report says. IDF forces said to seize Philadelphi Corridor completely after Gazans report attempted westward push from air and ground overnight, with fierce gun battles between Israeli troops and Hamas-led Palestinian fighters also taking place.

Einav Halabi | published:06.07.24: 15:41 YNet

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Yemen's Houthi rebels detain 11 UN staffers as well as aid workers in sudden crackdown. Eleven Yemeni employees of United Nations agencies have been detained by Yemen’s Houthi rebels under unclear circumstances. By Jon Gambrell and Baraa Anwer Associated Press. June 7, 2024, 5:05 AM ET ABC

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CNN’s advocacy journalism. The network misreports a Gaza civilian casualty incident in order to defame Israel. Karen Bekker. (June 9, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Blinken to visit Israel for the eighth time since October 7. Elad Benari, Canada Jun 7, 2024, 11:59 PM INN

Burglary Charges Filed Against Stanford University Anti-Zionist Protesters. By Dion J. Pierre, June 7, 2024. Felony burglary charges have been filed against the 13 Stanford University students who occupied school president Richard Saller’s office earlier this week, The Stanford Daily reported on Friday.

Anti-Israel activists associated with the campus group Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) raided Saller’s office on Wednesday, locking themselves inside using, the Daily said, “bike locks, chains, ladders, and chairs.” The incident was part of a larger pro-Hamas demonstration in which SJP demanded that the university adopt the boycott, divestment, and sanctions (BDS) movement, which seeks to isolate Israel from the international community as the first step to its eventual elimination... Algemeiner

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Four hostages rescued from Gaza, Yamam officer killed.

Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv were rescued from Hamas captivity in a complex daytime operation. [42] Israel National News. Jun 8, 2024, 8:30 PM INN

Yamam commander fell in hostage rescue operation. Yamam Squad Commander Chief Inspector Arnon Zamora led the force that rescued four hostages from Gaza. He was injured in the battle and later died of his wounds. Israel National News, Jun 8, 2024, 8:46 PM INN

knock on the door: 'It's the IDF, we came to rescue you.' Noa Argamani, rescued from the Nuseirat 'refugee' camp in Gaza, arrives at Ichilov Hospital, where her mother Liora awaits. Israel National News. Jun 8, 2024, 9:10 PM (GMT+3) INN

Hostages held alongside families in adjacent buildings | new details and first footage. Captives held in two separate buildings hundreds of yards apart; forces simultaneously breach both in 'one of most complex operations ever'; vehicle carrying hostages breaks down and comes under heavy fire, prompting IDF forces to storm in for rescue; here’s what can be shared about the heroic rescue operation in Nuseirat. Yoav Zitun | 08.07.24. YNet

IDF publishes footage of rescued hostages being evacuated from Gaza via helicopter. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/08/2024 05:29 PM JPost

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Moving: Released hostages reunited with their families. Israel National News, Jun 8, 2024, 8:54 PM INN

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Noa Argamani embraces terminally ill mother. Hadar Gil-Ad. 08.07.24. YNet

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'Only half Chinese': China refused to aid in Noa Argamani's release. Itamar Eichner | 06.08.24. YNet

Near-perfect Gaza rescue op in broad daylight Ron Ben Yishai | 08.07.24. YNet

Netanyahu says Israel does not give into terror, committed to free all hostages. By Reuters. 06/08/2024 04:13 PM JPost

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Israel Air Force strikes strategic Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon overnight. By Maariv. 06/08/2024 04:34 AM JPost

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IDF operates in the West Bank, violent clashes broke out - report By Walla! 06/08/2024 05:36 AM JPost

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Iraq's Islamic Jihad takes responsibility for Saturday morning's UAV attack. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/08/2024 06:24 AM JPost

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IDF strikes terror infrastructure in Nuseirat, Gaza Strip. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/08/2024 12:23 PM JPost

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IDF successfully intercepts aerial target over Nahariya coast. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/08/2024 04:40 PM JPost

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Hamas says it still has large number of hostages and can increase it. By Reuters. 06/08/2024 05:32 PM JPost

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Biden welcomes rescue of four Israeli hostages in Gaza. By Reuters. 06/08/2024 05:35 PM JPost

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WATCH: Noa Argamani to Netanyahu: It's so good to speak Hebrew again. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/08/2024 05:40 PM JPost

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Footage from inside helicopter: Noa Argamani rescued from the Gaza Strip Israel National News Jun 8, 2024, 8:56 PM INN

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Israeli Air Force strike Hezbollah terrorist in southern Lebanon, two killed. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/08/2024 06:13 PM JPost

IDF strikes four Hezbollah launchers in southern Lebanon. Israel National News. Jun 8, 2024, 9:53 PM INN

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Palestinian President Abbas calls for urgent UN General Assembly meeting. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/08/2024 06:50 PM JPost

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Israel to rename hostage rescue operation after commander who died. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/08/2024 07:50 PM JPost

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Hezbollah says it fired Falaq 2 rockets at Israel for first time. By Reuters. 06/08/2024 08:46 PM JPost

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EU's Josep Borrell calls hostage rescue operation 'another massacre [sic] of civilians' in Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/08/2024 08:38 PM JPost

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Netanyahu pleads with Gantz to stay in government. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/08/2024 08:55 PM JPost

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Protesters nationwide hail rescue of 4 hostages, while urging deal to free the rest. Far-right leaders: Military pressure is the way to free captives * Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov and Shlomi Ziv unite with families, start telling captivity stories. 'I'm fine now, thank you everyone,' rescued hostage Almog Meir Jan tells media. Russian ambassador hails hostages' rescue, without mentioning Hamas. TOI

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Freed Hostages Reunited With Loved Ones at Hospital in Israel. By Storyful and Reuters •June 8, 2024. The freed hostages — Noa Argamani, 26; Almog Meir Jan, 22; Andrey Kozlov, 27; and Shlomi Ziv, 41 — were rescued by Israeli forces on Saturday after being held in Gaza since the Hamas-led attack on Oct. 7, the military said. NYT

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'The diamonds are in our hands': Gaza hostage rescue mission minute-by-minute. Forces moved stealthily in daylight to buildings holding Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Shlomi Ziv and Andrey Kozlov; Yamam officer Arnon Zamora fell rescuing three of them; hundreds of terrorists converged, leading to rare authorization for helicopters to land deep in Gaza. Yoav Zitun | published: 07.08.24 | 23:44 YNet

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Mia Regev against the Arab actress Lama Tatour: "A kick to Gaza. Shame." Roni Tarnovsky. Last updated: 9.6.2024 / 12:21

Former actress and presenter Lama Tatour attacked Noa Argamani immediately after she was rescued from Gaza in a daring operation. Like many, Mia Regev, who returned from captivity at the beginning of the war, responded sharply to the words. Walla

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Haim Levinson joked about Noa Argamani and caused an uproar: "A repulsive tweet". Roni Shiner, 06.08.24.

The journalist Haim Levinson caused a stir this evening when he commented on the picture of Noa Argamani from the hospital with her by her father's side, shortly after she was rescued from the hands of Hamas terrorists: "Poor thing, because of her time with Arabs she got used to drinking red cola."

Haim Levinson, a "Haaretz" journalist who presents a program every week on Bequest 12 alongside Ofira Assig, commented this evening (Saturday) on the release of Noa Argamani from the captivity of Hamas in Gaza, when he wrote about a photo of her with her father taken shortly after they met: "Poor thing, from too much time with Arabs she got used to drinking red cola."

The tweet on X (formerly Twitter) caused a lot of outrage. Among the comments: "If you have nothing to say, don't say it. Repulsive tweet", "Stupid joke about a girl who was in captivity for 8 months... Shame on you", "Terrible and terrible tweet. This is simply not the time for such jokes. Disgusting", "What a zero you are ", "You are not only stupid, you also lack any sensitivity and no boundaries. Congratulations on the most tactless response to 2024."

Early today, Keshet 12 announced that the actress Lama Tatour, who presented the cultural program "Perspective" on Saturday mornings, was fired, following her comments about Argamani.

Let's recall that Tatour wrote on her Instagram account after the rescue of Hamas hostage organizers: "This is what a girl who was kidnapped for 9 months looks like? ... What is this?? That's why innocent children and women have to be killed? ". ICE

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Dr. Eli David @DrEliDavid: An innocent doctor and an innocent journalist were killed by Israel yesterday. Dr. Ahmed Al-Jamal (right) and journalist Abdullah Al-Jamal (left) were brutally murdered.

Their only crime was holding Israeli hostages in their home. June 9, 2024. on X

“INNOCENT CIVILIANS:” Was Noa Argamani Held In Home Of MD & His Journalist Son? June 9, 2024.

Israeli media reports revealed on Sunday that rescued hostage Noa Argamani may have been held in the home of Palestinian journalist Abdallah Aljamal.

His father, a doctor, also lived in the home, located in the Nuseirat “refugee camp.” In fact, it was the EuroMedHR group, an NGO that ‘monitors’ freedom in Europe and the Middle East, that revealed the story, complaining! that IDF forces stormed the home and killed the family members...

Aljamal wrote for Al Jazeera in the past and was most recently writing for the Palestine Chronicle, which is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization in the US.

Only 24 hours before his death, Aljamal wrote an article about the supposed Israeli “massacre” in a UNWRA school, where at least 17 Hamas terrorists were killed.

Due to his strict ethical standards at work and home, YWN readers can feel confident that Abdallah’s article was unbiased, completely factual and adhered to the highest journalistic standards. YWN

IDF confirms: Al Jazeera journalist was terrorist who held hostages. Al Jazeera journalist Abdallah Aljamal was an operative in the Hamas terrorist organization, who held the hostages Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv captive in his family home in Nuseirat. Israel National News. Jun 9, 2024, 8:10 PM (GMT+3) INN

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BBC news presenter asks: Did IDF 'warn the Palestinians' before hostage rescue.

IDF spokesman says warning those holding the hostages 'would defeat the purpose' since the terrorists would 'kill the hostages'; CNN takes heat for saying that the hostages were 'released', implying that Hamas freed them.

Ran Boker | published: 07.09.24 |14:34

The coverage of Operation Arnon, in which four hostages held captive in Gaza were rescued, aroused interest throughout the world media; But as is typical when it comes to the coverage of the war between Israel and Hamas, it did not go smoothly.. Conricus was forced to answer the obvious to the strange question: "Of course, we cannot anticipate Israel to be warning ahead of a raid to extract or to save hostages because then what the terrorists would do is to kill the hostages, and that would defeat the purpose." Conricus added that the hostages "were held and jailed by Palestinian civilians in a Palestinian civilian area. As regrettable as any loss of life is, I think that we would have to investigate really who were the people who jailed these Israeli civilians for eight months." [43] YNet

BBC asks why IDF didn't warn Gazans on secret raid. Former IDF spokesperson pushes back against the notion, saying advance warnings were impossible as they could have jeopardized the mission and led to the hostages being killed. By ILH Staff Published on 06-08-2024 22:27 Last modified: 06-09-2024 13:53

Former IDF spokesperson Jonathan Conricus pushed back against a suggestion by BBC news anchor Helena Humphrey Sunday after she said the Israeli military should have given Palestinians advance warning on Saturday's hostage rescue operation.

"Of course, we cannot anticipate Israel to be warning ahead of a raid to extract or to save hostages because then what the terrorists would do is to kill the hostages, and that would defeat the purpose," Conricus rebuffed. ILH

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IAF jets strike Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/09/2024 10:54 AM JPost

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Yemen's Houthis say they attacked British destroyer in Red Sea. By Reuters 06/09/2024 04:11 PM JPost

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UAV strikes Kafr Dajjal in southern Lebanon - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/09/2024 06:56 PM JPost

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'I failed in my life's mission': Gaza Division commander resigns over October 7 attacks. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/09/2024 07:36 PM JPost

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Returning hostages is 'our moral obligation,' IDF Chief of Staff says from Gaza Strip. By Maariv Online. 06/09/2024 08:17 PM JPost

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Israel Police to conduct exercise in Mishor Adumim, Jordan Valley. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/09/2024 09:53 PM JPost

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Noa Argamani was held captive in journalist's home - report. Noa Argamani was rescued in a daring operation by the Israel Police's elite Yamam unit, along with three other Nova festival hostages from a separate location in Gaza.

i24NEWS. June 09, 2024 at 12:48 PM ([44] Noa Argamani in her father's embrace after Israeli security forces rescued her from Gaza. IDF Spokesperson's Unit).

latest revision June 09, 2024 at 08:41 PM The IDF has now confirmed that three freed Israeli hostages, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv, were held captive in the family home of Gazan "civilians," a report said on Sunday.

Rami Abdul, the chairman of the Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor, said that the organization's initial evidence showed the Israeli special forces used a ladder to enter the home of Dr. Ahmed Al-Jamal and his family... According to the Quds news agency, Al-Jamal was also identified as a staff writer for the U.S. outlet The Palestine Chronicle and was a contributor to Al Jezeera. he IDF found evidence of his contribution to Al Jazeera as well. Al-Jamal's wife was also killed during the rescue mission. i24

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Hostages were forced to read the Quran. Hostages who were rescued from captivity on Saturday say that the terrorists forced them to read the Quran and learn Islamic rulings. Israel National News, Jun 9, 2024, 5:45 AM (GMT+3) INN

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‘At the level of Entebbe.’ The military’s growing control of Gaza created conditions for the daring daylight hostage rescue in Nuseirat • Terrorists fired waves of RPGs at the extraction force from civilian areas. Yaakov Lappin. (June 9, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Israel Air Force fighter jets eliminate Hezbollah terrorist cell. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/09/2024 10:42 PM. JPost

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IDF attacks in Gaza Strip near Rafah, Palestinians claim. By Maariv. 06/10/2024 04:13 AM JPost

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IDF confirms one of its drones downed over Lebanese territory. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/10/2024 05:22 PM JPost

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Australian government bans terrorist Jibril Rajoub from country. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/10/2024 05:55 AM JPost

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Palestinian enters military base in West Bank, unnoticed by soldiers - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/10/2024 09:13 AM JPost

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IDF troops kill Nukhba terrorists in central Gaza, continue operations in Rafah. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/10/2024 09:29 AM JPost

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Ben-Gvir: My entry into the war cabinet will lead Israel to victory. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/10/2024 05:24 PM JPost

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Hamas and Islamic Jihad are sticking to their conditions for truce proposal. By Reuters. 06/10/2024 05:55 PM JPost

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Five lightly injured in fire from Hezbollah UAV that fell in the North. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/10/2024 06:52 PM JPost

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Health Minister finds envelope with suspicious powder in his office. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/10/2024 08:15 PM JPost

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Israel reprimands Slovenian ambassador over Palestinian statehood recognition. By Reuters. 06/10/2024 08:18 PM JPost

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'1st 1 on board, 2nd, 3rd:' New footage of hostage rescue released. Uzi Baruch. Jun 10, 2024, 8:08 PM INN

The moment the hostages were found. New footage shows IDF soldiers coming under heavy fire during the rescue of three of the hostages on Saturday.

Israel National News. Jun 10, 2024, 9:09 PM INN

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Blinken meets Netanyahu, pushes for Biden's ceasefire deal. Israel National News Jun 10, 2024, 9:49 PM INN

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Rescued hostages say subjected to brainwashing, emotional abuse in captivity. Captives share with medical teams terrorists forced them to read the Quran and study Islamic rulings. Adir Yanko, Hagar Kochavi | published:07.10.24 | 00:28 YNet

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EU's top diplomat obsessed with Israel: a policy fixation. As antisemitism surges in Europe, Ukraine collapses under Putin's aggression and far-right gains ground across continent, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell seems preoccupied with only one issue: Israel and its war against Hamas; until his term ends in October, Borrell expected to continue using his position to hinder Jerusalem's efforts.

Itamar Eichner | published:07.10.24 : 21:01 YNet

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Cousin describes hostage’s condition after ‘miraculous’ rescue. “He looks alright physically but mentally we don’t know yet. We have to wait a few more days.” Amelie Botbol. ([45] Former captive Shlomi Ziv in a first embrace with his sister, Revital Nasi (left), and cousin Liat Ariel. Credit: Courtesy of the Hostage and Missing Families Forum). ...Ziv, 40, was a member of the security team at the Supernova music festival where Hamas terrorists and other Gazans murdered 364 people. During the Oct. 7 invasion, he stayed to fend off Palestinian terrorists and evacuate people from the site. He was kidnapped along with more than three dozen others. Ariel said her dream had been for Ziv to return to spend the Shavuot festival, which begins Tuesday evening and marks the Jewish people receiving the Torah on Mount Sinai, with the family in Nahariya. “Every year, Shlomi’s mother, Rosita, prepares a Georgian feast for everyone. On Saturday, before we received the news that he had been rescued, we were having a conversation on whether or not we should get together for the first time in months,” Ariel recalled. ... JNS

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Rescued Israeli hostages were in a 'state of severe malnutrition.' "They have been physically and mentally abused for a long time," a doctor who treated them said.

(June 10, 2024 / JNS) The four hostages rescued on Saturday after eight months in Gaza captivity are in a “state of severe malnutrition,” according to a doctor who treated them upon their return to Israel.

“They have been physically and mentally abused for a long time. They are all in a state of severe malnutrition, although it does not appear that way to them,” Dr. Itay Pessach, director of the Edmond and Lily Safra Children’s Hospital at Sheba Medical Center in Ramat Gan, told Channel 12 on Monday.

During “Operation Arnon,” Israeli forces rescued the four hostages from two separate locations in Nuseirat Camp in the central Gaza Strip—Noa Argamani, 26, from one apartment, and Almog Meir Jan, 21; Andrey Kozlov, 27; and Shlomi Ziv, 40, from another.

All four were all abducted by Hamas terrorists from the Supernova music festival near Kibbutz Re’im during the Oct. 7 massacre. JNS

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Exclusive: Gaza Chief’s Brutal Calculation: Civilian Bloodshed Will Help Hamas.

Yahya Sinwar’s correspondence with compatriots and mediators shows he is confident that Hamas can outlast Israel

By Summer Said and Rory Jones. June 10, 2024 9:00 pm ET

For months, Yahya Sinwar has resisted pressure to cut a ceasefire-and-hostages deal with Israel. Behind his decision, messages the Hamas military leader in Gaza has sent to mediators show, is a calculation that more fighting—and more Palestinian civilian deaths—work to his advantage.

“We have the Israelis right where we want them,” Sinwar said in a recent message to Hamas officials seeking to broker an agreement with Qatari and Egyptian officials. WSJ

Report | Sinwar to Hamas officials in Qatar: "The Israelis are exactly where we want them to be." The leader of Hamas in Gaza made it clear in dozens of messages: Israel has more to lose from the war than we do • Sinwar completely ignoring the dead in Gaza: "necessary victims." N12 | Published 08:57 11.06.24

Yahya Sinwar recently said in a message to senior Hamas officials who are conducting negotiations with Qatar and Egypt in Doha that "the Israelis are exactly where we want them to be", as reported this morning (Tuesday) in the "Wall Street Journal".

According to the American report, in dozens of messages he sent to senior Hamas officials in Qatar, Sinwar made it clear that he believed that Israel had more to lose from the war than the murderous terrorist organization.

Sinwar also showed a complete disregard for the loss of human life in the Gaza Strip, noting that civilian casualties in "wars for national liberation" are "necessary sacrifices." In a letter dated April 11, after Ismail Haniyeh's family members were killed in an Israeli attack, Sinwar wrote: "Their deaths will breathe life into the veins of the nation this one, and will bring her to the rise of her glory and honor."

Sinwar's ultimate goals, according to the report in the US, are the declaration of a permanent ceasefire, which will be considered for Hamas as a "historic victory over Israel", and the establishment of a Palestinian state.

The public pressure among the residents of the Gaza Strip on the leadership of Hamas is increasing. Gazans who are not afraid to speak in front of the cameras protest the situation and fiercely attack Sinwar. "Crazy Sinwar threw a stone into the well," said an Gazan from Nuseirat in the center of the Gaza Strip. "The destruction he caused can earn him the title of the most successful Israeli general. We did not choose or authorize him. Hamas is serving Israel in the war. We ask - until when?" Mako

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PA goal in ICJ: “Tighten the noose” around Israel “and end it.” ICJ case is not about ending Gaza operations; it’s about ending Israel. June 10, 2024. [...] Official PA TV host: “The State of Palestine asked to join South Africa in its lawsuit against Israel before the [UN] International Court of Justice.” [...] PA Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Omar Awadallah: "...along with our process at the International Criminal Court (ICC) that is putting the individuals on trial (see note below -Ed.)… As we have always said, this is part of the legal process that the Palestinian [PA] leadership is implementing to tighten the noose on this colonialist system to dismantle it and end it.” [Official PA TV, June 3, 2024] PalWatch

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WATCH: ‘I Am Hamas’; Pro-Palestinian Protester Outside White House.

Joel B. Pollak, 10 Jun 2024. A pro-Palestinian protester screamed “I am Hamas!” during a demonstration outside the White House on Saturday as she confronted members of Young Americans for Freedom (YAF) as they interviewed both pro- and anti-Israel activists. Breitbart

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Russia's new co-operation pact with Iran suspended, Russia's RIA agency reports. By Reuters. Published: June 11, 2024 07:11. JPost

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Polish MP who snuffed out Hanukkah menorah elected to European Parliament. Grzegorz Braun became synonymous with antisemitism last December when he extinguished menorah inside parliament building, referring to Judaism as 'satanic'; his far-right KKP party secures 12% of votes.

Itamar Eichner | published:07.10.24: 22:21 YNet

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Watch: Moment of silence held for IDF officer Arnon Zamora in Brazil. Israel National News, Jun 10, 2024, 10:46 PM INN

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4 terrorists killed in West Bank firefight with Israeli troops after trying to run them over. Four terrorists were eliminated in a firefight with Israeli forces after trying to run them over in the West Bank village of Kafr Ni'ma near Ramallah Monday night.

Elisha Ben Kimon | published:07.10.24: 23:10 YNet

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Hamas welcomes UN Security Council resolution for Gaza cease-fire. Hamas welcomed on Monday a UN Security Council resolution backing a plan for a cease-fire in Gaza, saying it is ready to cooperate with mediators over implementing the principles of the plan.

Reuters | published:07.10.24: 23:14 YNet

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Israeli official: UN ceasefire resolution 'restricts Israel's freedom of action.' A senior Israeli official referred to the resolution passed by the UN Security Council, saying it "restricts Israel's freedom of action." According to him, "The U.S. accepted very problematic formulations to prevent the Russians from vetoing, and the fact that Algeria supported the proposal tells the whole story."

Itamar Eichner | published:07.10.24: 23:39 YNet

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Less than 24 hours later: Terrorist who torched trailer in Binyamin region eliminated. Israel National News, Jun 11, 2024, 12:04 AM INN

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Poll: A new right-wing party wins 24 Knesset seats. Israel National News, Jun 11, 2024, 2:19 AM INN

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Doctor who treated rescued hostages: They were beaten while in captivity. Doctor in charge of medical treatment for four hostages who were rescued tells CNN that the eight months spent in captivity "left a significant mark on their health." Israel National News, Jun 11, 2024, 5:15 AM (GMT+3) INN

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Mother of hostage: 'A breath of air in the suffocating reality we live.' Yoni Kempinski. Jun 11, 2024, 6:43 AM INN

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Jonathan Conricus @jconricus: Hamas continues to intentionally disrupt the provision of aid and continues to attack and loot warehouses, harass aid convoys and steal and sell international aid. I urge the WFP and all other international NGOs to resume provision of aid." foxnews.com: UN halts food distribution from US-built Gaza pier due to security concerns. [46]. Jun 11, 2024 on X

UN halts food distribution from US-built Gaza pier due to security concerns. Latest setback for troubled pier as WFP halts aid deliveries. By Adam Shaw Fox News, June 10, 2024. FoxNews

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IDF says 4 soldiers killed in Rafah explosion. Military says six others were hurt, five seriously when an explosive device detonated in a building causing its collapse, in the Shabura neighborhood of the city, where forces extracted two Israeli hostages in February. Yoav Zitun, Einav Halabi | published: 07.11.24: 08:43 YNet

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IDF strikes Hezbollah arms convoy on Syria border. Lior Ben Ari, Yoav Zitun | published: 07.11.24: 08:53 Military reports deepest attack in Lebanese territory since war began came after advanced Israeli UAV was downed by local terror groups. YNet

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CENTCOM chief visits Israel, meets Israeli Chief of Staff. Israel National News. Jun 11, 2024, 2:09 PM INN

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Noa Argamani meets mother of boyfriend still in captivity.

Ditza Or, whose son Avinatan is held captive by Hamas in Gaza, met her son's girlfriend Noa Argamani, who was rescued in Operation Arnon after eight months of captivity.

Israel National News. Jun 11, 2024, 2:26 PM [47] INN

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'Long live October 7'. Anti-Israel protesters justify Nova festival massacre at NY rally. Gary Willig, Jun 11, 2024, 3:45 PM INN

Anti-Israel protesters demonstrate outside New York Nova festival exhibit. Protesters were heard chanting "Long live the Intifada" and "Kill another Zionist now," and unfurled banners reading "Long live October 7" and "Jihad of Victory or Martyrdom."

i24NEWS. June 11, 2024 at 04:14 PM ([48] Protesters shout slogans during a Pro-Palestinian demonstration calling for economic blockade and demanding a cease-fire on the Israel Palestinian conflict outside The New York Stock Exchange on Monday, April 15, 2024, in New York).

Anti-Israel protesters staged a demonstration on Monday outside an exhibition in New York City that detailed the horrific events of the October 7 attack on the Nova music festival by Hamas terrorists.

Dubbed the "Citywide Day of Rage for Gaza," the protest began at Union Square and moved through downtown Manhattan to the site of the exhibition.

Video footage from the protest shows a woman leading the crowd in chants that justified the massacre at the music festival. "When the Zionists decided to rave," she yelled, with the crowd repeating after her, "next to a concentration camp, that's exactly what this music festival was. It's like having a rave right next to the gas chambers during the Holocaust."

The woman and the crowd continued to chant that the exhibition was "nothing more than Zionist propaganda to try to justify" Israel's war against Hamas.

Protesters were heard chanting "Long live the Intifada" and "Kill another Zionist now," and unfurled banners reading "Long live October 7" and "Jihad of Victory or Martyrdom."

During the demonstration, Free Press reporter Olivia Reingold was harassed by protesters. [49]

According to the Free Press, while shouting "blood ...," the protesters restricted her movement, blew air horns in her ears, and one protester grabbed her notebook, tearing it apart and stomping on the pages. Reingold, who was shoved by one of the protesters, was only able to leave after an hour when the protest moved on.

Reingold stated afterward, "An anti-Israel mob surrounded me for nearly an hour, tearing up my notebook, pushing me, calling me names, blowing an air horn in my ear, boxing me in to restrict my movement, but I refused to leave." [50]

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She filed a complaint with the NYPD over the harassment and assault she endured.

The attack on the Nova music festival on the morning of October 7 resulted in 364 people being brutally raped, murdered, and burned alive by Hamas terrorists. i24

Cover. [INHUMAN. Protesters celebrate rape and murder of October 7 massacre outside NYC hostage exhibit.] June 11, 2024. NY Post

Horrifying video shows NYC anti-Israel protester telling Jewish people: ‘I wish Hitler was still here, he would’ve wiped all you out.’ By Isabel Keane. Published June 11, 2024, 7:04 a.m. ET NY Post

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Terrorists Planned to Attack Liberal Berlin Mosque, Says Prosecutor. By Oliver JJ Lane, June 11, 2024.

A liberal, women-led Berlin mosque known as a haven for gay Muslims was a target for an Islamic State terror cell in Germany, prosecutors say as the group goes to court.

A group of seven immigrants arrested in 2023 across Germany and the Netherlands will soon see their day in court, and German prosecutors allege before their incarceration the men prepared to build bombs and researched targets including a liberal mosque, Jewish citizens, and a fair.

The men, who originated in Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan came to Germany from Ukraine as part of the refugee flow that immediately followed the Russian invasion in 2022. One of the group is alleged to have led an Islamic State terrorist cell in Kyiv, Ukraine, and some of the group are said to have already killed in Ukraine, including by beating. Members of the group have allegedly had contact with Islamic State figures elsewhere in the world who launched successful terror attacks, or who were arrested while in the planning phase.

Now the German prosecutor claims this group of seven discussed the liberal Ibn-Rushd-Goethe Mosque in Berlin as a target in July 2022. They are also alleged to have monitored Jews to learn their daily routines. Die Welt, a German broadsheet which claims to have seen the prosecutor’s court documents, notes the group had experimented with building a suitcase bomb, some had received military training from the Islamic State, and that members of the group were already under unfulfilled deportation orders… Breitbart

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June 11: Egypt, Qatar, US reviewing Hamas response to Israeli ceasefire offer US envoy acknowledges PM hasn’t publicly supported hostage deal he authorized * US defense chief hails hostage rescue in call with Gallant * IDF finishes West Bank counter-terror op. By TOI Staff. 11 June 2024. TOI

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Stunning Antisemitism: New York Filled With Unbridled And Menacing Hamas And Hitler Supporters. June 11, 2024. 5:13 pm New York City subway cars were filled with dangerous, hateful, and threatening antisemites on Monday before and following a protest outside the a memorial for the victims of the Nova music festival who were murdered in cold blood on October 7. YWN

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Oli London @OliLondonTV: Anti-Israel Irish MEP Clare Daly LOST her seat in the EU Election. The controversial Politican, who was backed by singer Annie Lennox and actress Susan Sarandon during her re-election campaign, will not be returning to Brussels after suffering a defeat.

Daly has sparked… [51] Jun 11, 2024 on X

Shelley G @ShelleyGldschmt: Clare Daly, the Hamas-loving, Islamic Republic-defending, Bashar Assad-supporting member of the European Parliament has lost her seat.... on X

Anti-Israel, pro-Iranian Irish activist Clare Daly loses seat in European Parliament By Jerusalem Post Sraff. Published: June 12, 2024. ... Furthermore, The Guardian noted that Daly lost her seat despite endorsements from celebrities such as Eurythmics singer Annie Lennox and actress Susan Sarandon. Sarandon herself is a prominent anti-Israel activist who has been embroiled in several controversies in which the Rocky Horror Picture Show actress has been accused of antisemitism. Daly was one of the harshest critics of Israel in the European Parliament, Israeli state broadcaster KAN noted on Wednesday. The Israeli news outlet added that Daly had experienced backlash following her stint in Iraq, where she wore a hijab. JPost

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Campus anti-Israel protests: At least 25 arrested at UCLA.

At least 25 people arrested as police break up multiple pro-Palestinian Arab encampments on UCLA’s campus.

Elad Benari, Canada, Jun 12, 2024, 2:30 AM INN

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Suspect eliminated after approaching border fence near Gaza. Palestinian Arab suspect eliminated from the air after approaching the security fence near one of the communities in the Gaza envelope.

Israel National News, Jun 12, 2024. INN

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Israel takes out most senior Hezbollah commander since October 7, reports claim. Senior Hezbollah commander Abu Taleb, responsible for southern Lebanon up to Litani River, reportedly killed along with three other senior members following an IDF strike on a house near Tyre. Lior Ben Ari, Yoav Zitun, Eitan Glickman | 07.12.24 YNet

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Hezbollah fires largest rocket barrage at Galilee since beginning of war. In largest rocket attack since October 7, terror group launches approximately 160 projectiles toward the Galilee in response to assassination of senior commander, setting off sirens in Tiberias in first since October. Lior Ben Ari, Eitan Glickman, Israel Moshkovitz | 07.12.24 YNet

200 launches from Lebanon; Netanyahu holds security assessment.

Netanyahu's office stated that the assessment will also discuss "Hamas' negative answer regarding the issue of a hostage release deal." Uzi Baruch. Jun 12, 2024, 8:40 PM INN

215 rockets fired at north after IDF killing of ‘most senior’ Hezbollah officer yet. PM holds security assessment; no injuries in barrages as Hezbollah vows to ramp up attacks; military says target Taleb Abdullah commanded key regional division in south Lebanon. By Emanuel Fabian. 12 June, 2024. TOI

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Strike on top Hezbollah officer 'opening door to different management of conflict' Taleb Abdallah oversaw southern. Lebanon's eastern sector, from which rockets often targeted Upper Galilee and Golan Heights; Hezbollah-affiliated media calls Israeli assassination 'dangerous escalation by the enemy' Lior Ben Ari, Yoav Zitun | 07.12.24 YNet

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Gaza journalist who held hostages had ties to Iranian regime, report suggests. Washington Free Beacon reports Abdallah Aljamal, who held hostages for Hamas in his family home, wrote for website associated with newspaper overseen by Iranian supreme leader; newspaper editor previously worked at Al Jazeera, which denied any connection to Aljamal. Itamar Eichner | 07.12.24. YNet

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Russia calls for swift release of its nationals held by Hamas. Moscow's human rights commissioner appeals to UN official to secure release of Russian nationals remaining in Hamas' captivity in Gaza. i24NEWS | 07.12.24. YNet

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Houthi Rebels Attack Greek Cargo Ship Near Yemen. Steven Ganot. 06/13/2024

The Houthi rebels in Yemen claimed responsibility for attacking a Greek-owned cargo ship near the Yemeni port city of Al Hudaydah on Wednesday, damaging the vessel’s hull with rockets, drones, and an unmanned surface boat. TheMediaLine

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Harsh conditions, psychological abuse and heoric rescue: Andrey’s ordeal in Hamas captivity. In Ynet exclusive, Andrey Kozlov's parents recount his moment of abduction, horrors of captivity, immense joy of his release, pain over death of Arnon Zamora and ongoing struggle; ‘We must help free the other hostages.’ Dan Raban, Noa Lavie | 07.12.24:20:41. ...What was it like during his time in the apartment in Gaza? What were the conditions like? Evgeniia: "I felt real pain from one of the sentences Andrey said: 'We experienced things that I will never tell you.' He told us that for two months, they were tied up by their hands and feet. In the first weeks, their hands were tied behind their backs, and after they started tying their hands in front, they joked it was a gift from the terrorists. "In other cases, they had to relieve themselves in a bucket. The terrorists engaged in psychological abuse, constantly telling each captive, 'Israel has forgotten you,' 'Israel wants to get rid of you,' 'Your mother went on vacation to Greece; we saw it on the news,' 'Your wife is dating someone else,' 'Your children are doing nothing.' They even said, 'Be quiet because Israel is listening and wants to kill you. You are a problem for Israel, and it is much easier to solve this by killing you than rescuing you.' These were the things they endured, and it's unbearable to hear this.".. YNet

Rescued Israeli Hostages Endured Punishments, Fear and Isolation. First details emerge about captivity of three men, held in a dark room and told no one would come for them. By Dov Lieber and Carrie Keller-Lynn, June 11, 2024 2:03 pm ET.

TEL AVIV—For six months, the three men lived in a single dark room, sleeping on small mattresses on the ground.

Their sole contact with the outside world came from the guards who brought them food and at times abused them. They could hear the Gazan family that lived downstairs, including children, but never met them. One day, when the family went out, they were allowed downstairs to use the kitchen. WSJ

"They locked them in the bathroom and covered them with blankets at the height of the heat": new details about the abuse experienced by the rescued abductees The American Wall Street Journal reporting on the months of captivity of Almog Meir Jan, Shlomi Ziv and Andrey Kozlov • The three were held together in hiding apartments, were abused by their captors and became close friends: "They were told that no one would come to save them." N12 | 12.06.24 .

Today (Wednesday) the Wall Street Journal published more details about the situation in which the three abductees, Almog Meir Jan, Shlomi Ziv and Andrey Kozlov, were held captive by Hamas. According to the report, the three experienced severe abuse from the terrorists who held them, who used to punish them in cases where they did not "follow the strict rules": "They locked them in the bathroom, piled thick blankets on them in the intense heat and repeatedly threatened them with murder." Mako

6 months in a dark room: New details of treatment of rescued hostages revealed. Israel National News. Jun 12, 2024, 9:54 PM INN

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Grants for 'martyrs families. PA continues to fund families of terrorists. Dalit Halevi. Jun 12, 2024, 10:44 PM INN

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Blinken pans Hamas response to Israeli offer, says some of its changes ‘not workable.’ Secretary says if Hamas ‘continues to say ‘no,’ it will be clear to everyone around the world that it’s on them’; but says mediators still committed to bridging gaps. By Jacob Magid. 12 June, 2024 TOI

Blinken: 'Hamas's actions ensure war will go on.' Israel National News. Jun 12, 2024, 9:06 PM INN

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Chances for a hostage deal close to none. Hamas staunchly refuses the Israeli demand to exile the terrorists, not even to the Gaza Strip, and demands that they be returned to their place of origin, including Judea and Samaria.

Israel National News. Jun 13, 2024, 12:34 AM INN

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After its writer held hostages: Senator Rubio calls on Biden to revoke Al Jazeera's credentials. Yitz Goldberg, Jun 13, 2024, 12:08 AM INN

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Operations in Rafah: IDF forces eliminate terrorists in close quarters battle. Israel National News. Jun 12, 2024, 9:10 PM INN

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Brooklyn Museum. Homes of director, Jewish officials hit with antisemitic graffiti. Gary Willig, Jun 12, 2024, 11:00 PM The homes of multiple officials affiliated with the Brooklyn Museum were targeted by antisemitic vandals last night (Tuesday). The Brooklyn Heights apartment building of Museum Director Anne Pasternak was among the homes that were vandalized. The vandals hung a sign that read... and spray-painted an inverted red triangle, a Hamas symbol used to identify Israeli targets, on Pasternak's door along with other red graffiti.

The homes of Jewish members of the museum's board were also targeted.

The vandalism was committed as Jews marked the start of the Shavuot festival, the anniversary of the date of the Revelation at Mount Sinai and the giving of the Torah.

Harriet Colen, 79, a Jewish resident of Pasternak's apartment building, told the New York Post that the vandalism made her "a little scared."

New York City Mayor Eric Adams posted photographs from the scene on X and condemned the vandalism. INN

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"Terrorist Hadid": the model once again spread lies - and was slammed.

Roni Tarnovsky, June 12, 2024.

Time and time again, the model who has been operated on, Bella Hadid, confuses legitimate criticism by spreading anti-Semitism, half-truths and even lies about the State of Israel and its citizens to all of her 61.3 million followers. This time she decided to take things one step further and distort the words of Almog Meir, who returned last Saturday from captivity by the terrorist organization Hamas in a heroic military operation. "The Israeli abductee who returned revealed that Hamas baked him a birthday cake during his time in captivity," reads a post that Hadid put up to a story on her Instagram account. Of course, it is clear to any person with a brain that this celebration was nothing more than vile and satanic psychological warfare, but it does not seem to matter to the model being operated on. "I don't know who needs more time in the oven, her or the cake because both are not baked," wrote an angry surfer who was definitely not the only one. Additional comments such as: "As if it makes sense to anyone that a guy is in captivity and they made a cake for him. He's in captivity, what's moral about that?! She brings it up and everyone will say wow, how cute? What a psychopath!" In Hamas it is already disgusting on a different level," they also starred.

In front of the angry crowd, a surfer stood a little more practical and aware of the details: "What about a mass report on this terrorist attack? By the way - for those who want some good news, the father of this blockhead, Mohamed Hadid, filed for (another) bankruptcy last month. Apparently A stamp in time to receive money from the Qataris for this phooey family." Hamal

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Los Angeles: Articles including anti-Israel views removed from student paper. Jackie Hajdenberg, JTA. Jun 13, 2024, 12:24 PM INN

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Honoring fallen soldier: Torah dedication in Be'eri: 'Shilo dances with us today'. Israel National News Jun 13, 2024, 9:41 AM INN

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U of Minnesota pauses search for Holocaust Center director University of Minnesota backtracks on Holocaust Center hire who accused Israel of (so called) "genocide". Andrew Lapin, JTA. Jun 13, 2024, 10:45 AM (GMT+3) INN

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'ISIS-style murder' Body parts found in Bedouin town in northern Israel. Israel National News Jun 13, 2024, 11:11 AM INN

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Hezbollah's most massive strike since October 7 | How many drones intercepted? IDF says of a swarm of nine attack UAVs targeting Israel within minutes, seven were downed; says Hezbollah launches dozens of rockets per barrage aimed at disrupting the ability of the Iron Dome missile defense system to respond.

Yoav Zitun | published: 07.13.24 : 21:56

The IDF said on Thursday that Hezbollah launched nine drones at the Galilee within one minute, in their attack on northern Israel that included more than 100 rockets, missiles and drones. Seven of the nine were intercepted by the aerial defenses. The military said two soldiers suffered light and moderate injuries.

Israel was prepared for the increased barrages on its territory after the targeted killing of Taleb Sami Abdallah, a senior commander in the terror group, on Tuesday. YNet Iran installs more centrifuges at Fordow enrichment plant, IAEA says. Reuters| 07.13.24 : 22:59 YNet

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France to advance Israel, U.S. committee on Lebanon border escalations French President Emmanuel Macron announced late Thursday he intended to advance a three-way committee with Israel and the U.S. to discuss escalations on the Lebanon border and ways in which Hezbollah’s aggression against the country might be stopped. Itamar Eichner| 07.13.24 : 22:27 YNet

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U.S. military says Yemen's Houthis hit vessel M/V Verbena in Gulf of Aden. Reuters | 07.13.24 : 23:03 YNet

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Wendell Pierce @WendellPierce: Anne Pasternak, has been a friend of mine for almost 20 years. This attack on her home is a violent attack of ANTI SEMITISM on par with a burning cross warning from the KKK that your life is in danger. As a Black man from the South, I understand that is a terror attack and not a protes. New York Daily News @NYDailyNews: Pro-Palestinian protesters vandalize homes of Brooklyn Museum director Anne Pasternak, several Jewish board members. Local elected officials are calling it an act of 'vile anti-Semitism.' [52] Jun 13, 2024 on X

Wendall Pierce from 'The Wire' compares pro-Palestinian Brooklyn vandals to KKK.

By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/14/2024 09:25 AM. Actor Wendall Pierce from the hit American drama "The Wire" condemned an antisemetic incident in which pro-Palestinian protesters vandalized the homes of the Brooklyn Museum director Anne Pasternak, along with several Jewish board members, on a Thursday post to X, formerly Twitter.

Pierce compared the attack to being "on par with a burning cross warning from the KKK that your life is in danger."

"As a Black man from the South, I understand that is a terror attack and not a protest," Pierce wrote about the pro-Palestinian vandalization. JPost

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Two wounded in heavy barrage to northern Israel, as IDF identifies 40 launches to Israeli territory. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/13/2024 03:15 PM JPost

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Israeli fighter jets strike Hezbollah targets following earlier rocket and missile barrage. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/13/2024 05:47 PM JPost

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War cabinet to convene Thursday night, Ben-Gvir criticizes Netanyahu over exclusion. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/13/2024 07:16 PM JPost

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Tel Aviv District Court extends Al Jazeera ban by another 45 days. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/13/2024 07:50 PM JPost

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Two IDF soldiers wounded from anti-tank missile in northern Israel. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/13/2024 07:53 PM JPost

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What is Hamas waiting for?’: Palestinians in Gaza beg terror group to take truce deal. By Agencies and TOI Staff. June 13, 2024, 9:09 pm

In rare criticism, Gazans slam Hamas leaders in Qatar, ‘sleeping comfortably, eating and drinking’, say terror group doesn’t care about ‘ending suffering of the Palestinian people’. The war in Gaza erupted after Hamas’s October 7 attack, which saw some 3,000 terrorists burst across the border into Israel by land, air and sea, killing some 1,200 people and seizing 251 hostages, mostly civilians.

Vowing to destroy the terror group and free the hostages, Israel launched a wide-scale military attack that the Hamas-run Gaza health ministry says has left more than 36,000[sic] people in the Strip killed or presumed dead in the fighting so far. Of these, some 24,000 fatalities have been identified at hospitals or through self-reporting by families, with the rest of the figure based on Hamas “media sources.” The tolls, which cannot be verified, include some 15,000 terror operatives Israel says it has killed in battle. TOI

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Court approves extension of ban on Al Jazeera operations in Israel. Ruling finds direct and causal connection between terrorist activities inside Israel and consumption of Al Jazeera content; law being challenged in High Court of Justice By Jeremy Sharon, June 13, 2024, 10:55 pm TOI

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Noa Argamani's first question upon her liberation. Israel National News. Jun 13, 2024, 9:36 PM Commander of Yamam team that found Noa Argamani on Saturday reveals the first thing she asked when they rescued her... The first question Noa Argamani asked when IDF soldiers rescued her from her captivity on Saturday was about her mother, the Yamam soldier who commanded the team that found her said. The commander told Galai Tzahal (IDF Radio), "We came to save you, we came to bring you home. The first question she asked was if her mother was still alive. I told her yes and she asked: 'Are you sure?' We told her we came to get you back to your mother." Noa, 25, was one of four hostages who were rescued in a daring operation in Nuseirat on Saturday after they were kidnapped from the Nova music festival eight months ago. Noa's mother, Liora Argamani, is terminally ill with stage 4 brain cancer. In November, Liora published a heart-wrenching video in which she begs to see her daughter one last time due to her terminal illness. "I am Liora Argamani, the mother of Noa, the beautiful girl who was abducted on October 7th by Hamas to Gaza. I am now sick with cancer - brain cancer. I do not know how much time I have left," she stated. She added, "I want to get to see my Noa at home. I call on President Biden and the Red Cross: bring me my Noa as fast as possible so I'll get to see her." Liora asked to send a message to her daughter in case she would not get to see her: "Noa, I want to tell you, if I don't see you, know that I love you the most. We did everything to get you out quickly. The entire world loves you." In December, Liora wrote a letter to US President Joe Biden pleading for his help to secure the release of her daughter. “I am terminally ill with Stage 4 brain cancer. All that’s running through my mind before I part ways with my family forever is the chance to hug my daughter, my only child, one last time,” Liora wrote, adding that she was “devastated” by her daughter’s situation. INN

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Activist involved in kidnapping Australian man seen wearing Hamas logo. By Michael Starr. Published: June 13, 2024.

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Mohammad Sharab wearing a Hamas emblem at an anti-Israel rally on Sunday. photo credit: Screenshot/Mohammad Sharab/Instagram)

Mohammad Sharab, an anti-Israel activist involved in the February kidnapping of an Australian man, was seen wearing the Hamas emblem at a rally in Melbourne. An anti-Israel activist facing charges for involvement in a kidnapping and torturing an Australian man was seen wearing the Hamas emblem at a Melbourne rally on Sunday.

Mohammad Sharab, 37, is one of the alleged perpetrators of a Feb.16 Braybrook attack along with co-conspirator and anti-Israel activist Laura Allam. Sharab, charged with kidnapping, false imprisonment, armed robbery, threats to kill, intentionally causing injury, recklessly causing injury, unlawful assault, and assault with a weapon, was present at the Sunday Melbourne rally, giving a speech to fellow protesters.

In a video published on his Instagram account, Sharab can be seen wearing on his chest the emblem of Hamas, which is proscribed as a terrorist organization by Australia. A drummer was also seen wearing a scarf with the Hamas logo.

Hezbollah logos, black Jihadist flags seen Anti-Israel activists also shared images on social media of a placard with the logo of Hezbollah, also proscribed as a terrorist organization.

Videos showed multiple black Jihadist flags and the red inverted triangle used in terrorist propaganda widely displayed throughout the march.

([54] A protester holds an inverted “red triangle”, a symbol that the Palestinian Hamas movement’s military wing Al-Qassam Brigades uses to identify Israeli targets in their videos, during a solidarity sit-in with the Gaza Strip, in Manama on November 17, 2023. credit: MAZEN MAHDI/AFP via Getty Images)

Green Party leader Adam Bandt addressed the protesters when they marched to the Victoria Parliament to protest the alleged deaths of Palestinians killed in an IDF rescue mission of four hostages, according to Free Palestine Coalition Naarm. JPost

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Rotes Dreieck: SPD und CDU wollen Verbot. (Taz) SPD and CDU want ban Red triangles have repeatedly appeared on university buildings in Berlin. The government coalition wants to have the triangles banned in the context of Hamas. Jun 13, 2024 — As the “red angle”, the red triangle was the symbol for political prisoners in concentration camps, and some associations still use it as their logo today , including the VVN-BdA (Association of Victims of the Nazi Regime – League of Antifascists).

The symbol should only be banned in the context of Hamas and the Middle East conflict. Taz

Pro-Palestinian activists in Berlin adopt new Hamas symbol. The inverted triangle, historically associated with Nazi concentration camps, has popped up in both Berlin and some Pro-Palestinian protests in America.

i24NEWS, June 15, 2024 at 09:01 AM The red triangle, historically associated with Nazi concentration camps where political prisoners were identified, has been repurposed by Hamas in its propaganda to denote targets. Activists in Berlin have now appropriated this symbol, adorning buildings, homes, and university campuses across the city, including prominent institutions like the Free University and Humboldt University.

Recent incidents have escalated the controversy. At Humboldt University, banners displaying the red triangle alongside threatening messages directed at university officials were unfurled, triggering concerns and prompting calls for increased security measures. Pro-Palestinian activists had previously occupied buildings at the university, leaving behind slogans and graffiti, some of which have been deemed antisemitic and illegal under German law.

"The use of symbols like the red triangle is deeply concerning," remarked President Julia von Blumenthal of Humboldt University, denouncing the recent vandalism and threats as "shocking antisemitism." The situation has intensified further with reports of similar graffiti appearing outside the homes of Jewish individuals in Brooklyn, New York, underscoring the global reach and impact of these actions. i24

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Parmis🇮🇱 @ParmisLJavan: Jewish student denied access at UCLA. On June 10th, 2024, a Jewish student and union employee at UCLA were denied access outside Young Hall by masked Pro Hamas staff and students. Jun 12, 2024 on X

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David Collier @mishtal: I was at @durham_uni to take part in a debate when they cancelled it - giving in to masked thugs & denying free speech

I saw Durham U completely abandon its own students - leaving some abused.

Free speech at Durham 1842-2024 RIP

This is what happened: david-collier.com [55] Durham University should hang its head in shame. Last edited Jun 12, 2024 on X

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Disclosure: The driver who attacked in Bnei Brak: supports terrorists, including a senior Hamas official.

Negligence and turning a blind eye: The bus driver who attacked a Jew supports terrorists, the chairman of the KAVIM Workers' Committee was previously suspected of being involved in lynching Jews and lied in court this evening. Elhanan Gruner, Hakol haYehudi 7 Sivan 5784 - 19:55 06/13/2024

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Emran Attoun's congratulatory message to the imprisoned terrorists, including Ahmed Attoun, a Hamas official.

The serious assault incident in Bnei Brak last week in which an Arab bus driver severely assaulted a Jewish passenger, illustrates the exhaustion of the police, the lack of professionalism, and the deliberate disregard for nationalist suspicions.

Last week, a document was published in which a bus driver was seen severely beating a passenger on the route of the KAVIM Company in Bnei Brak. The footage caused an uproar online and the driver was arrested.

However, despite the Jewish passenger's description that the driver beat him and shouted nationalist and Islamic slogans at him, the police did not investigate the suspicion that this was a nationalist incident. According to the suspicion, the incident started after a passenger accidentally rang the bell, the driver cursed and another passenger who understands Arabic answered him in Arabic. As a result, the driver attacked him with punches, chokes and severe blows.

Support for terrorists..

The driver, according to the HakolHayehudi research, is Emran Attoun, a member of a clan from Tsur in Achar, which is largely identified with Hamas. Checking his Instagram account shows that he himself also expresses support for terrorists. In one post he shared the funeral of Islamic Jihad terrorists who were killed by the IDF.

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In another post, he shared photos of terrorists belonging to the clan, led by senior Hamas official Ahmed Attoun, a member of the Hamas parliament who has been arrested by Israel many times and his residency was revoked and he was deported from Jerusalem to the Palestinian Authority. Emran Attoun wishes in the post for their release from prison and congratulates them.

Despite this, as mentioned, nationalistic background was not examined. On Friday, the driver was brought to a hearing at the Magistrate's Court where the police asked to extend his detention. The judge requested he was arrested, but the driver's lawyer appealed to the district court where he was released to house arrest.

However, from examining the guarantors who signed the driver's bond and to whom he was released to house arrest, some interesting things emerge.

The Arabs lie in court. The main guarantor to which Emran Attoun was released to house arrest, is his uncle Saber Attoun. To the questions of the police representative Rector Maimon before the court and after being warned to tell the truth, he claimed that he had no convictions and no criminal record, and therefore it was confirmed that the driver would be under house arrest.

However, the investigation of the HakolHayehudi revealed that about two years ago the same Saber Attoun was convicted of assaulting a Jewish driver on the road in a severe manner and had another criminal record. In addition, in December 2023 during the war, Saber Attoun was arrested in the Jerusalem area for assaulting police officers who wanted to check his vehicle at the checkpoint.

Another guarantor of Emran Attoun, the bus driver, is Mehdi Attoun, his cousin and according to his statement, the chairman of the bus drivers' union at Kavim.

The investigation of the HakolHayehudi revealed that he himself was arrested in 2017 on suspicion of taking part in a mass lynching of Jews who accidentally entered the Sur Baher and attacking policemen.

Kavim company. It should be noted that this is not the first case of attacks and nationalist events in the company Lines.

About a year ago, we published in the Hakol an investigation about the bus driver Adnan Afifi [עדנאן עוויווי - عدنان عفيفي], who works for the Kavim company in Beitar Elit. In the investigation we showed that Afifi, who seriously injured two Jews who were riding a motorcycle while guarding the walls, is the brother of a terrorist who carried out a stampede attack that was initially silenced as an accident. In addition, he publishes support for terrorists. Despite this, they kept him at work at the Kavim company.

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The motorcycle of Haim Segal, a motorcyclist who was injured in a collision with the bus driver Adnan Afifi Abu Razi (courtesy of the photographer)

In the past, the chairman of the previous Kavim workers committee was arrested and questioned along with two other drivers on suspicion of security offenses.

In another case, we revealed that a line driver was convicted of participating in the 2021 riots in Ramla and throwing stones at a policeman and spraying tear gas at another policeman.

Attacks on buses are also not new. In an incident at Modi'in Elit, an Arab driver of the Kavim company attacked a Jewish passenger about a year ago. In an additional euro, an Arab driver on the route of the Kavim company drove against the direction of traffic and hit many cars.

Similarly, we published about Bilal Hamad, an Egged driver from the north who expressed support for suicide terrorists, and Hussam Abu Shahidim, a Shuafat resident and the brother of Hamas terrorist Fadi Abu Shkhaydem who murdered Eliyahu Kay hy"d in a shooting attack in Jerusalem. Abu Shkhaydem served as an Egged traffic driver in the settlements of Binyamin and the Valley.

Following the publications in the HakolHayehudi, the drivers were fired and at Egged even announced that they would consider conducting a background check for the drivers. We note that Hussam Abu Shkhaydem, who was fired from Egged following the publication, moved to work at the "Tnufa" company, and after we contacted the company, we were told that his work there had also been terminated.

Another driver is Muhammad Kraki, who worked for the Superbus company and was accused of humiliating and abused a Jewish boy in Beit Shemesh. The driver ordered him to repeat sentences like "I love Arabs and hate Jews" and created a performance as if he was documenting it. In this case too, the driver was fired after a complaint filed by the Honenu organization. HakolHayehudi

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Shai Davidai @ShaiDavidai: This is just a reminder that the pro-Hamas, pro-Islamic Jihad Students for Justice in Palestine started organizing *as the massacre and rapes were still going on*. [59] Tomorrow, in Congress, I will be talking about @Columbia's refusal to deal with support for terrorism. on X

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Aaron Sibarium @aaronsibarium: NEW: In leaked text messages obtained by the Free Beacon, top Columbia administrators—including the dean of the college—mocked and dismissed concerns about anti-Semitism on campus and even used vomit emojis to refer to a Columbia rabbi’s op-ed.. Scoop w/@elianayjohnson.🧵 [60] [61] 4:20 AM · Jun 13, 2024 on X

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Arsen Ostrovsky 🎗️ @Ostrov_A:

Navi Pillay sits a top of the UN pantheon of Jew-hatred. This latest report, replete with malicious falsehoods & gross distortions of truth, is tantamount to a full antisemitic blood libel. That it was released on Shavuot, only further underscores the authors disdain for Jews. Jewish News Syndicate @JNS_org "A narrow-led political agenda against Israel.” says Israel's UN envoy in Geneva at the shocking and contentious report by UN panel with known anti-Israel bias. [62] 10:50 PM · Jun 12, 2024 on X

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The Jerusalem Post @Jerusalem_Post: UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese has been operating an international network entitled the “Global Network on Question of Palestine” (GNQP) aimed at targeting Israel, according to a UN Watch report. jpost.com [63] Report uncovers Francesca Albanese's anti-Israel international network. Jun 13, 2024 on X

Francesca Albanese runs int'l network targeting Israel, UN Watch charges By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/13/2024 10:12 AM The report found that the network's members include some 100 people and NGOs, such as UN, UNRWA, Palestinian, and PLO officials, along with pro-Palestinian academics and activists. JPost

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The Persian Jewess @persianjewess: Michael Douglas criticizes UN and ICRG for failing the hostages and calls out the pervasive antisemitism that has virulently spread across the world. “This deep seated antisemitism, its roots have come back up, it’s come above ground now and it’s beginning to grow like a vine.” 9:48 AM · Jun 13, 2024. on X

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World leaders at G7 summit call on Hamas to accept hostage deal. Hosting conference, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says there is ‘unanimous support’ for Israeli proposal largely laid out by US President Joe Biden last month By AFP and TOI Staff. 13 June, 2024, 12:37 am TOI

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Negotiations stuck on Hamas demand for Israeli up-front commitment to permanent truce. By Jacob Magid. Terror group has reportedly demanded expedited schedule for IDF to leave Gaza, insisting on a withdrawal in first week of deal, with Russia, China and Turkey to act as guarantors. 13 June, 2024. TOI

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'Irresponsibility.' Bibas family responds to Benny Gantz. Israel National News. Jun 13, 2024, 11:45 PM INN

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Parents of rescued hostage: 'There are things that he’ll never talk about.' Yoni Kempinski, Jun 14, 2024, 12:45 AM INN

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Soldiers dressed as Arabs collected information about hostages. Operation Arnon began with a special intelligence actvity of a team of ‘Mista’arvim’ special forces sent to the area of the local market of Nuseirat dressed as local Arabs. Israel National News. Jun 14, 2024, 2:05 AM INN

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IAEA report: Iran installed more centrifuges at Fordow plant. Elad Benari, Jun 14, 2024, 5:46 AM INN

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Palestinian Arabs furious with Blinken for blaming Hamas. Dalit Halevi. Jun 14, 2024, 12:11 AM INN

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Reports in Lebanon: Two killed in strike attributed to Israel in the Tyre area. Israel National News Jun 14, 2024, 5:13 AM INN

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Hamas official claims: 'No one has an idea how many hostages are still alive.' Israel National News. Jun 14, 2024, 6:21 AM INN

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US rejects Houthi claims on detained 'American spies' Elad Benari Jun 14, 2024, 6:57 AM INN

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Report: US planned independent hostage rescue operation. Washington Post reveals details on how the US has helped Israel since October 7. Official: 'Extraordinary' amount of intelligence sharing. Israel National News. Jun 14, 2024, 11:00 AM INN

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Health minister discusses security situation in North with hospitals, HMOs. By Dr. Itay Gal. 06/14/2024 09:31 AM JPost

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They made my daughter their servant,' mother of hostage says. Shira Elbag whose daughter Liri has been held hostage since October 7 says the girls were forced to clean, cook the food which they weren't allowed to eat, and serve on their captors before they were taken into the tunnels. Yael Ciechanover | published:06.14.24 | 06:01 YNet

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Minnesota man provides material support to ISIS, sentenced to ten years in prison. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/14/2024 08:31 AM. Abdelhamid Al-Madioum, a 27-year-old man from Minnesota, was sentenced to a ten-year prison sentence after being convicted of providing material support to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS) terrorist organization, the US Department of Justice said on Thursday.

In addition to his ten-year sentence, Al-Madioum will face 15 years of supervised release. Court documents showed that in 2015, Al-Madioum fled to Syria to enroll in ISIS, where he received combat training from the terrorist for the organization. JPost

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IDF troops kill terrorists, locate tunnels in Rafah and central Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/14/2024 08:34 AM JPost

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London man arrested for online support for Hamas. By Michael Starr. 06/14/2024 11:55 AM. A west London man was arrested for showing support for Hamas on Wednesday, the Metropolitan Police announced in a Thursday statement. The Met Counter Terrorism Police had been alerted last Tuesday that the 43-year-old man had been expressing support for the proscribed terrorist organization. The man was released from custody and placed on bail until a September court date for violating the 2000 Terrorism Act. “Ever since the terrible attacks in Israel last October, and the subsequent conflict, there has been a significant increase in the amount of extremist and terrorist material being referred to us by the public," said Met’s Counter Terrorism Command head Commander Dominic Murphy. “Each and every referral gets assessed by specialist officers and anything that is considered a potential terrorism offence here in the UK will get passed on for further investigation. From that investigation, if and where we find evidence of a crime being committed, then we’ll look to identify, arrest and bring the person responsible to justice.” JPost

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Rocket sirens sound in Kiryat Shmona, northern Israel. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/14/2024 11:53 AM JPost

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IAF aircraft falls in open area in Jezreel Valley. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/14/2024 10:55 AM JPost

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IDF releases footage of hostile aircraft interception. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/14/2024 13:38 The IDF released footage on Friday showing the interception of 11 hostile aircrafts from Lebanon. JPost

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Most Palestinians Support October 7 Attack, Dissatisfied With Abbas and Fatah. June 14, 2024.

Latest Developments.

More than two-thirds of Palestinians support Hamas’s decision to launch its killing spree in southern Israel on October 7, according to a Palestinian poll released on June 12. The poll, published by the Ramallah-based non-profit Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research, also indicates that Palestinian Authority (PA) President Mahmoud Abbas and his Fatah faction remain deeply unpopular. On the issue of food security, 64 percent of Palestinians in Gaza responded that they have enough food for one or two days. Some of the aid donated to the Palestinians is being sold in Gaza on the black market.

Expert Analysis.

“Palestinians in both the West Bank and Gaza are deeply radicalized to hate Israel and Jews. Deradicalization of Palestinian society — in the government, schools, mosques, and media — needs to go to the top of ‘day after’ policy discussions.” — Richard Goldberg, FDD Senior Advisor

“By intensifying hostility towards Israel and increasingly recognizing a Palestinian state that has yet to develop, the international community is rewarding Hamas for massacring Jews. Palestinians are understanding the message loud and clear: violence works.” — David May, FDD Research Manager and Senior Research Analyst

Widespread Support for Hamas’s October 7 Attack.

Only nine percent of Palestinians think that Hamas has committed war crimes since October 7, while 90 percent of Palestinians have not seen videos showing Hamas’s treatment of Israeli civilians. Additionally, increased international political attacks on Israel and growing support for Palestinian statehood have reinforced the Palestinians’ positive view of the October 7 atrocities, with 82 percent of Palestinians believing that the attack has “revived international attention to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and that it could lead to increased recognition of Palestinian statehood.”

Plurality of Palestinians Support Hamas Satisfaction with Hamas’s performance since October 7 stands at 75 percent, compared to 24 percent for its rival, Fatah. Hamas leader in Gaza Yahya Sinwar enjoys a 65 percent satisfaction rating compared to Abbas’s 10 percent. Nearly 90 percent of Palestinians want Abbas to resign.

The poll also found that 40 percent of Palestinians support Hamas, compared to only 20 percent for Fatah. The poll found that 69 percent view the PA as a burden, 65 percent oppose a two-state solution, and 63 percent support armed intifada.

If a three-way election occurred between Marwan Barghouti, who is serving multiple life sentences for his role in the murder of Jews during the Second Intifada, Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh, and Abbas, 42 percent would support Barghouti, 27 percent would support Haniyeh, and five percent would support Abbas. In a contest between Haniyeh and Abbas, Haniyeh would prevail with 43 percent to Abbas’s 11 percent. FDD

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June 14: Hostage freed in rescue op urges Israelis to attend Tel Aviv rally calling for deal. Elana Kirsh, 14 June, 2024. TOI

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Helmet cam footage: Freed hostages evacuated under fire. Israel National News. Jun 14, 2024, 8:00 PM INN

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France: Pro-Hamas racist vandals scrawl ‘Free Palestine’ with swastika on church wall.jpeg

Thomas Elexhauser @telexhauser: TAGS ANTISEMITES ET NAZIS à Pont-Audemer. Je m’insurge aux côtés des élus de la ville face à ces agissements qui visent à pointer nos compatriotes juives.! Honte à ces criminels, ceux qui veulent détruire notre société ont allumé des flammes partout ! Dégoût absolu. 7:54 PM · Jun 14, 2024

ANTI-SEMITE AND NAZI TAGS in Pont-Audemer. I protest alongside the city's elected officials against these actions which aim to single out our Jewish compatriots! Shame on these criminals, those who want to destroy our society have lit flames everywhere! Absolute disgust. on X

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Sam Berger, Esq. @SamBergerNY: A constituent called our office about a swastika & the words "Free Palestine" carved into the sidewalk near Mount Hebron Cemetery, the final resting place for thousands of Jews. Please, tell me again that anti-zionsim isn't antisemitism. #NeveragainisNOW [64] Jun 14, 2024 on X

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Liza Rosen @LizaRosen0000: Watch: Christian woman from Bethlehem describes how Palestinian Muslims treat Christians as second-class citizens while subjecting them to torture and brutal oppression for being non-Muslims. She explains that since the first day they took control of the city, the Palestinian… .. [65] Last edited 9:30 AM · Jun 15, 2024 on X

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U.S. Congresswoman gets attacked by the mob in shocking turn of events.

By Prudent Politics Staff. June 15, 2024. The political polarization in this country has reached a fever pitch. Now no one is safe.

But now, a U.S. Congresswoman got attacked by the mob in a shocking turn of events.

Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) posted a strong condemnation on X against an antisemitic rally organized by the extremist pro-Palestinian group Within Our Lifetime (WOL).

The rally, titled “A Day of Rage for Gaza,” took place in New York City over the weekend, beginning at Union Square and ending at Wall Street, where an exhibit on the Nova Festival massacre — the brutal October 7 attack by Hamas terrorists that claimed the lives of hundreds of innocent Israeli civilians at a music festival — has been displayed since April.

The protest quickly turned unruly, with participants openly supporting terrorism and displaying blatantly antisemitic messages such as “long live October 7” and “the Zionists are not Jews and not humans.”

Some protesters were seen brandishing flags of Hamas’ armed al-Qassam Brigades, a recognized terrorist organization, while others defiantly waved the flags of the Lebanese terrorist group Hezbollah.

The incendiary rally underscored the deep-seated hatred and violent extremism that permeates certain segments of the pro-Palestinian movement.

In her post on X, Ocasio-Cortez stated, “The callousness, dehumanization, and targeting of Jews on display at last night’s protest outside the Nova Festival exhibit was atrocious antisemitism – plain and simple. Antisemitism has no place in our city nor any broader movement that centers human dignity and liberation.”

However, Ocasio-Cortez’s condemnation was met with fierce criticism from within the very movement she was attempting to address.

Nerdeen Kiswani, an organizer for WOL, fired back at the congresswoman, accusing her of being a “genocide apologist” and revealing that Ocasio-Cortez had previously sought to partner with their organization.

“You are a genocide[sic] apologist,” Kiswani responded. “This is why when your staff asked WOLPalestine if you can speak at our Queens rally in 2021 we said NO. What’s callous is the Zionist exhibit used to manufacture consent for genocide, but you don’t care since you didn’t vote against funding it.”

This revelation underscores a troubling inconsistency in Ocasio-Cortez’s public stance on issues related to Israel and Palestine.

While she now seeks to condemn antisemitism and distance herself from extremist elements, her previous attempts to align with a group that openly supports terrorism and spreads antisemitic propaganda raises serious questions about her judgment and true intentions.

The incident also highlights a broader issue within the progressive wing of the Democratic Party, where support for Palestinian causes often veers dangerously close to endorsing or excusing outright antisemitism and terrorism.

The fact that a sitting U.S. congresswoman would even consider partnering with a group like WOL speaks volumes about the radical elements that have infiltrated mainstream political discourse.

The backlash from WOL also reveals the deep divisions within the pro-Palestinian movement itself.

While some activists attempt to frame their cause in terms of "human rights" and liberation[sic], others, like Kiswani, do not shy away from expressing their outright hatred and violent intentions towards Jews and the state of Israel. PrudentPolitics

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Islamic Jihad says only way to free Israel hostages is Gaza withdrawal, prisoner deal. By Reuters 06/15/2024 JPost

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Eid al-Adha in Israel: Druze celebrate in Yarka, parade with Druze, Israeli flags. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/15/2024 JPost

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IDF identifies terror launches from humanitarian shelters in Gaza Strip. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/15/2024 JPost

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French court extends ban on Eurosatory 2024 arms conference to Israeli citizens. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/15/2024 JPost

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UKMTO says ship on fire evacuated after attack by Yemen's Houthis. By Reuters. 06/15/2024 JPost

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Gallant accepts invitation to Washington, Pentagon spokesperson says. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/15/2024 JPost

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Eight soldiers killed in Rafah explosion, in deadliest incident for IDF in 6 months. By Emanuel Fabian. 15 June, 2024. Initial probe finds armored combat engineering vehicle attacked with explosive device after night of fighting, raising army’s death toll in ground offensive against Hamas to 307. TOI

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IDF soldiers killed in APC explosion in Rafah. Deadly blast occurred when armored vehicle hit explosive device, igniting prolonged fire that prevented immediate rescue; Captain Wassem Mahmoud named as one of fallen. Yoav Zitun, Matan Tzuri | 06.15.24. YNet

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Int'l court rules: Argentina failed to prevent attack on Jewish center. Elad Benari, Canada. Jun 15, 2024, 1:05 AM Inter-American Court of Human Rights finds Argentine state responsible for not preventing, nor properly investigating, the AMIA attack 30 years ago that left 85 people dead. ([66] Rescue efforts after 1994 AMIA bombing REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian RR/ME). ...It also blamed the state for efforts to "cover up and obstruct the investigation", robbing victims and their loved ones of justice, according to the report. A truck laden with explosives drove into the Argentine Israelite Mutual Association (AMIA) a Jewish community center, and detonated on July 18, 1994, in the deadliest attack in the South American country's history. Besides the 85 dead, more than 300 people were injured. The 1994 assault has never been claimed or solved, but Argentina and Israel have long suspected that Hezbollah carried it out at Iran's request. The Inter-American Court of Human Rights in San Jose, Costa Rica, said that Argentina was "responsible for not having adopted reasonable measures" to prevent the bombing. "The state was aware of a situation of real and immediate risk for sites connected to the Jewish community and did not adopt reasonable measures" to ameliorate the danger, the judges concluded, according to AFP... The ruling comes two months after an Argentine court in April blamed Hezbollah for the attack and labeled Iran a "terrorist state." After that ruling, Buenos Aires asked Interpol to arrest Iran's interior minister Ahmad Vahidi, whom it accuses of masterminding the attack. Argentine prosecutors have long alleged that Iranian officials used the Lebanon-based Hezbollah to carry out the deadly attack. Iran denies involvement in the AMIA attack and has repeatedly rejected Argentine demands for the accused to testify. An investigation by the Mossad found that the AMIA attack, as well as the 1992 bombing of the Israeli Embassy in Argentina, were not abetted knowingly by Argentine citizens or aided by Iran on the ground. INN

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Freed hostage Andrey Kozlov: 'I saw a lot of rallies and it gave me a lot of hope.' Israel National News. Jun 14, 2024, 8:13 PM INN

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IDF intercepts suspicious aerial target from the east, sirens sound in Na'ura. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/15/2024 JPost

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Sgt. Yair Roitman succumbs to wounds from Monday Rafah incident - IDF. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/15/2024 10:45 PM. JPost

Givati Brigade soldier injured in Rafah dies of his wounds. Yair Roytman was critically injured in Rafah earlier this week. After an extended battle for his life, the hospital was forced to declare Yair's death. Israel National News, Jun 15, 2024, 10:34 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Fire breaks out near Kissufim from rocket impact, none wounded. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/15/2024 09:43 PM. JPost

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'Palestine' painted on Park Avenue Synagogue. 'Palestine' written on wall of one of New York's largest synagogues as city continues to reel from spate of serious antisemitic incidents last week. Gary Willig, Jun 16, 2024, 7:33 AM (GMT+3)

An unknown vandal or vandals defaced the wall of the Park Avenue Synagogue, one of the largest synagogues in Manhattan.

On Friday, the word 'Palestine' was found written in green ink or paint on the wall of the synagogue.

The word was written under the Biblical verse “How great are your tents O Jacob, your dwelling places O Israel" (Numbers 24:5), directly under the word "Israel."

The NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force is investigating the incident. So far, no arrests have been made.

Synagogue Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove said during services on Friday night, "It's actually with a heavy heart that we begin Shabbat services tonight ... The facility is OK, we are all safe, and it is shocking and it is distressing."

On Wednesday morning, the homes of multiple officials affiliated with the Brooklyn Museum were targeted by antisemitic vandals.

The Brooklyn Heights apartment building of Museum Director Anne Pasternak was among the homes that were vandalized. The vandals hung a sign that read 'Anne Pasternak Brooklyn Museum White Supremacist Zionist' and spray-painted an inverted red triangle, a Hamas symbol used to identify Israeli targets, on Pasternak's door along with other red graffiti.

The homes of Jewish members of the museum's board were also targeted.

A series of antisemitic incidents occurred during and after an anti-Israel demonstration in Manhattan on Monday.

Protestors marched from Union Square to the site of the Nova Music Festival Exhibition in downtown Manhattan. Video from the protest shows a woman leading the crowd in chants justifying the massacre committed at the music festival.

Protesters chanted "Long live the Intifada" and "Kill another Zionist now." Banners that read 'Long live October 7' and 'Jihad of Victory or Martyrdom' were unfurled.

One demonstrator told a group of Jews, "I wish Hitler was still here. He would have wiped all you out."

Following the rally, a mob of masked anti-Israel activists took over a subway car in New York, where they yelled, yelled, "Raise your hands if you're a Zionist! This is your chance to get out!" INN

Yair Rosenberg @Yair_Rosenberg: They literally tried to replace "Israel" with "Palestine" in a biblical verse. (In this context -- Numbers 24:5 -- "Israel" is more a reference to the Jewish people, not specifically the land, but antisemites vandalizing synagogues are interested in suppressing Judaism, not… Show more [67] Julie Menin @JulieMenin: Today Park Avenue Synagogue was vandalized. As a former member of this congregation, I am disgusted by this vile antisemitic act. A house of worship is a sanctuary. Defacing it is an attack on all of us. Jun 15, 2024 on X

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Pro-Palestinian Protesters Reportedly Firebombed a Building at University of California.

Elizabeth Weibel. 15 Jun 2024.

Pro-Palestinian protesters reportedly firebombed “the side of a building” on the University of California Berkeley (UCB) campus and claimed that students had been “attacked” on another campus... “Long live the student intifada for Palestine liberation,” the post continued. “... UC System must divest from Israel or face our wrath of revenge. Blessed is the flame.”.. Both SJP UCLA and the UCPD reportedly stated that “anti-Israel activists had attempted” to re-establish an anti-Israel encampment at UCLA. “They attempted twice, each time being dispersed by police for restricting public movement and disturbing nearby exams, before police and protesters finally clashed,” the outlet reported. “UCLA Associate Vice Chancellor for Campus Safety Rick Braziel said in a statement Tuesday that some students had missed finals because of the encampments, and others had to be moved mid-examination.”... Breitbart

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IAF strikes Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff 06/15/2024 11:50 PM JPost

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Nearby Iranian ship ignores distress call of ship attacked by Houthis. By Jerusalem Post Staff 06/16/2024 03:06 AM JPost

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UKMTO gets report of incident 40 nautical miles south of al Mukha in Yemen. By Reuters. 06/16/2024 05:29 AM JPost

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Protesters against gov. block roads across Israel - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff 06/16/2024 08:50 AM JPost

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Hackers claim to have broken into computers of kibbutz Ma'agan Michael - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff 06/16/2024 09:34 AM JPost

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CBS 2nd estimation: Israel's GDP grows 14.4% in Q1 2024. By Eve Young. 06/16/2024 03:22 PM JPost

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US Navy rescued crew of Greek ship attacked by Houthis last week. By The Media Line Staff. 06/16/2024 05:51 PM JPost

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Israel will not commit to end war before release of hostages, official says. Senior Israeli official says while Israel committed to ending war, Hamas has violated past agreements, emphasizing terror group must release all live hostages and bodies of deceased before any cessation of hostilities can occur.

Itamar Eichner | published: 06.16.24: 18:19 YNet

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Treasure from final Jewish revolt against Rome found in Lod. Joint excavations by Israel Antiquities Authority and Lod Municipality uncover remains of Jewish public building, destroyed in antiquity; beneath its floor, archaeologists discover hoard of 94 coins, left untouched for centuries

Yaron Drukman | published: 06.16.24: 19:56 YNet

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'He solved the Middle East' | Watch: Jerry Seinfeld takes down anti-Israel heckler. Jewish comedian Jerry Seinfeld's performance in Sydney, Australia was interrupted by an anti-Israel protestera. The comedian quipped: 'There are problems here with Aboriginal people and whites so maybe to solve that I will screw up Jim Jeffery's show in New York.'

Israel National News, Jun 16, 2024, 9:35 PM (GMT+3) INN

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'I won't let you down'. Musician performs song at scene of October 7th massacre. Yoni Kempinski. Jun 16, 2024. INN

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Hillel Fuld @HilzFuld: Another Palestinian lie debunked.

FRC: Insufficient evidence to confirm famine in Gaza!

The Famine Review Committee's report on Gaza, dated June 4, 2024, concludes that there is insufficient evidence to confirm the presence of a famine in Gaza.

The committee evaluated…

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Sydney crowd applauds Seinfeld as he mocks anti-Israel hecklers. By Michael Starr. June 16, 2024. Australian comedy fans applauded Comedian Jerry Seinfeld as he mocked an anti-Israel heckler that attempted to disrupt his show at the Qudos Bank Arena on Sunday night, according to a video taken by Australian Jewish Association CEO Robert Gregory.

"We have a genius ladies and gentlemen, he solved the Middle East," Seinfeld remarked as the activist heckled Seinfeld. "It's the Jewish comedians, that's what we have to get."

The crowd cheered as security removed the interloper from the show.

"They're going to start punching you in about three seconds, so I would try to get all your genius out so we can all learn to you," said Seinfeld. Will heckling solve the conflict? Seinfeld says probably not!

The American comedian said sarcastically that Middle Easterners would come to a sudden realization after reading about the incident in the news the next day. He suggested that the method of interrupting comedians to solve geopolitical issues could be replicated, proposing to interrupt Australian comedian Jim Jefferies during his tour to solve issues between Indigenous and European descent Australians.

"You're really influencing everyone here we're all on your side now, because you've made your point so well, and in the right venue, you've come to the right place for a political conversation," Seinfeld joked. "You have to go 20,000 miles from the problem and screw up a comedian, that is how you solve world issues."

AJA had published on Thursday communications between anti-Israel activists noting that they would mostly be protesting the Sunday show because "he's a big ziono."

The Jewish group also alerted in January that advertisements for the show in Sydney had been defaced with stickers.

"'Free Palestine' was always code for hating Jews," AJA said on X. JPost

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US Navy rescued crew of Greek ship attacked by Houthis last week By The Media Line Staff. 06/16/2024 05:51 PM JPost

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Yemen's Houthis say they attacked two ships, American destroyer in Red and Arabian seas. By Reuters 06/16/2024 10:00 PM JPost

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IDF Spokesman Hagari: 'Hezbollah is jeopardizing the future of Lebanon.' Israel National News. Jun 16, 2024, 11:40 PM INN

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IDF intercepts suspicious aerial target near Acre from Lebanese territory. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/17/2024 06:40 AM JPost

No siren sounded. Suspicious target from Lebanon intercepted near Acre. Israel National News. Jun 17, 2024, 6:42 AM INN

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In wake of APC disaster, IDF pushes for decisive action in Rafah. Army eliminates over 500 terrorists and uncovers around 100 tunnel shafts, entrenching control along Egyptian border and dismantling Hamas battalions; security officials worry leadership stalls on deciding Philadelphi Corridor’s future and whether to shift focus to Hezbollah in north.

Elisha Ben Kimon | published: 06.17.24: 07:59 YNet

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Terrorists in Judea and Samaria may get Israeli arms from Gaza.

As many of the weapons being used in Gaza are not properly monitored, criminal organizations have been found with shoulder-mounted missiles and mortars. The IDF fears it's only a matter of time until they reach terror organizations as well.

Israel National News. Jun 17, 2024, 8:44 AM INN

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Prominent Lod Imam detained again for alleged incitement.

Sheikh Yusuf Mohammed al-Baz, who recently was released from prison after serving time for incitement, said during a sermon at the Great Omari Mosque: 'We'll do to you what you did to Gaza.'

Israel National News. Jun 17, 2024, 10:28 AM (GMT+3) INN

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Iran’s fingerprints on Oct. 7 massacre ‘well-documented.’ Tehran aims to sacrifice Palestinian blood and destroy Palestinian land, Mahmoud Abbas's office said. Israel Kasnett. (June 17, 2014 / JNS) JNS

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Veil lifted over two pro-regime Iranian hacker groups, targeting both friends and foes. Opposition news outlet Iran International unmasks operatives purportedly running offensive cyber actions on Tehran's behalf. Itamar Eichner | published: 06.17.24: 09:53 YNet

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Unusual silence in the north: almost 48 hours without firing. Behind the Scenes. Gaui Varon, June 16, 2024. Mako

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'May Allah reckon with you': Al Jazeera caught censoring Gazan criticism for Hamas. By Ohad Merlin. Published: June 16, 2024.

"Hamas views the Qatari mouthpiece as its ‘intelligence and propaganda arm," an Israeli court deemed. Social media in the Arab world was rocked over the past week, after Al Jazeera Palestine, a subsidiary of Al Jazeera, posted a video of a Gazan doctor who claimed he was injured in Nuseirat during Operation Arnon to rescue the four hostages.

In the video, the doctor is seen crying and screaming about the casualties, saying: “It is true that we are steadfast;” but then the video suddenly cuts, and the man is seen crying again.

In a longer, uncut version of the video circulating online, the reason for the cutting and editing became clear. During his original speech, the man also said: “This rotten leadership will end up blaming us that we... it is true that we are steadfast, however, our leadership is scum. Our leadership got used to this bloodshed, may Allah reckon with them!... Swear to me that this video will reach the Palestinian leadership. This massacre at Nuseirat – we could have prevented it!”

It is unclear how the man meant for the so-called “massacre” to be prevented. Some speculated that he was referring to the fact that civilians from the area knew about the holding of hostages in their neighbors’ homes.

Silencing Palestinians criticizing Hamas The video cut was not confirmed by Al Jazeera, but it would not be the first time the news outlet attempted to censor or silence Gazan criticism of Hamas. In November, a video circulated of an elderly wounded Gazan who was interviewed in a Gaza hospital by an Al Jazeera reporter.

“And regarding the resistance [Hamas], they hide among the people. Why do they hide among the people?” the wounded resident asked.

The reporter could then be seen immediately cutting the interview and trying to end the broadcast, leaving the interviewee surprised and attempting to get back to his interview.

In December, a different video showed an elderly woman interviewed by an Al Jazeera correspondent who tried to prompt her to admit that no aid is coming into Gaza. However, the elderly woman told him, “All aid goes down [underground to Hamas tunnels]and doesn’t reach the people.”

When the reporter tried to further push the pro-Hamas narrative, arguing that “people say that only a little aid gets in and is distributed,” the elderly lady wagged her finger at the reporter with a bitter smile, adding, “It all goes to their houses. Let Hamas take me or shoot me.”

The reporter proceeded to dismiss her opinion and go back to the camera.

On Thursday, the Tel Aviv District Court approved a request, put forth by Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi, to renew the temporary ban on Al Jazeera. In its ruling, the court cited evidence presented to it that proved the “severe and worrying impact of the content broadcast on the channel… [which] was the motive and incentive for the action of terrorists within the state” and that “Al Jazeera is perceived by the terrorist organization Hamas as its propaganda and intelligence arm.”

Al Jazeera’s reluctance to broadcast criticism of Hamas may be seen as part of this alliance between the Qatari mouthpiece and the terrorist group. JPost

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NPR Bends Over Backwards to Conceal the Real Reason There Isn’t a Palestinian State. Rachel O'Donoghue. June 16, 2024

“Why hasn’t there been a Palestinian state?” was the question posed in a recent segment on NPR’s flagship news show “All Things Considered.”

Tasked with answering one of the thorniest questions in the Israel-Palestinian conflict was veteran journalist and NPR’s International Affairs Correspondent, Jackie Northam.

Northam’s opening statement served as a harbinger of the historical revisionism to come. “In mid-May, three European leaders took to the podium in a stand for Palestinians,” she said.

It’s mind-boggling that a respected veteran reporter could attempt to pass off such a contentious statement as journalistic observation. Is the “recognition” of a Palestinian state truly a “stand for Palestinians,” as countless other partisan hacks would have us believe?

Anyone with a basic understanding of geopolitics can see that last month’s stunt by the leaders of Spain, Ireland, and Norway is anything but a genuine effort toward peace.

First, it’s important to note that these countries haven’t so much as recognized a Palestinian state as they have conjured one.

Little thought has been given to the geographical boundaries of this new state, which, given the territorial disputes with Israel, is a rather critical point to have agreed upon.

And what about this new state’s governance? Will Hamas or the Palestinian Authority be in charge? Will there even be elections?

Second, was this a stand for Palestinians or for Hamas? It’s curious that Spain, Norway, and Ireland decided to recognize Palestinian statehood after the October 7 Hamas attacks, not before. If it looks like a reward for the October 7 massacre, it’s because it is.

Northam then describes how the Palestinian fight for statehood dates back over 75 years, mentioning the Palestinian rejection and Jewish acceptance of the UN Partition Plan that would have created an independent Palestinian state alongside a Jewish one.

But what follows is a masterclass in historical fiction, rewriting facts to promote a completely false narrative.

She claims “fighting began in 1947 and again the following year,” before “Arab states came to the Palestinians’ aid.”

So, according to NPR, a coalition of surrounding Arab states attempting to use their superior military might to annihilate the fledgling Jewish state is “coming to the Palestinians’ aid.”

She then fast-forwards to immediately after the 1967 war, suggesting it was almost used as a pretext for an Israeli land grab, because “settlers snatched more land, and for decades, the effort to create a Palestinian homeland faded.”

According to Northam, this bleak situation persisted until the 1990s when the Oslo Accords brought a “glimmer of hope.” To provide his “expert” opinion on this chapter of Israeli-Palestinian history, NPR invites Yousef Munayyer, the Executive Director of the US Campaign for Palestinian Rights, who has previously advocated for the dissolution of the Jewish state as a solution to the conflict (not that NPR listeners would ever be clued into that little detail).

Munayyer dismisses the statehood proposals by the government under former Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin as nothing more than “glorified autonomy for the Palestinians.”

It’s an act of journalistic malfeasance to mention both Yasser Arafat and the Oslo Accords without informing listeners about the Second Intifada or, indeed, Palestinian terrorism altogether.

Arafat turned down the plan that would have established a Palestinian state and instead launched a campaign of suicide bombings, stabbings, and rock attacks. This was a campaign of terrorism by Palestinians aimed at ordinary Israelis—men, women, and children—much like the October 7 massacre.

NPR’s coverage of the Israel-Hamas war has, as we have previously highlighted, plumbed new depths of bias and journalistic ineptitude. NPR’s latest offering on the elusiveness of Palestinian statehood is, unfortunately, no different. Honestreporting

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Children In West Bank Tulkarm Refugee Camp Celebrate Eid Al-Adha By Brandishing Weapons, Wearing Hamas And Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) Headbands, Chant: We Are The Soldiers Of Mohammed Deif. June 16, 2024. Memri.

Brainwashed by Gaza: Arab kids cheer Hamas, call for Martyrdom and Israel's destruction. Gaza boy: Defending honor of Muslim nation is worth missing school year. June 16, 2024. PalWatch

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ADL Issues Revised Report Card Grades Following Historic Antisemitic Activity on College Campuses.

Published: 06.17.2024. Updated: 06.18.2024. Antisemitism in the US [...] Less than half (46%) of Jewish students reported feeling physically safe on their campuses during the first half of the fall semester of the 2023-2024 school year. Now, the surge in protests has intensified anti-Jewish hate, leaving many Jewish students feeling threatened and, in some cases, unsafe. While some college and university administrations have met the moment and implemented additional protections, many have not... ADL

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Report: A UAV attacked a vehicle in southern Lebanon. News 0404. 17/06/2024. A short time ago, Lebanese media reported on a UAV of our forces that attacked a vehicle in the area of ​​the town of Chehabiyeh, in the area of Tyre in southern Lebanon. 0404

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Security cabinet mulls penalizing Palestinian Authority for statehood moves. 17 June, 2024. TOI

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Israeli arms sales break record for 3rd year in row, reaching $13 billion in 2023. 17 June, 2024. TOI

Israeli Defense Industry Sees Surge in European Demand. European countries are increasingly purchasing Israeli defense technology due to regional security concerns. Maayan Hoffman, June 17, 2024. TheMediaLine

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Rafah. Terrorists eliminated using drones. Israel National News. Jun 17, 2024, 11:52 AM INN

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Israeli teen planned to join Islamic State in Somalia. A minor from the village of 'Ara was arrested and indicted for planning to join the Islamic State and to carry out attacks in Israel and abroad.

Israel National News, Jun 17, 2024, 2:01 PM (GMT+3) INN

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IDF eliminates key Hezbollah operative during lull in rocket fire. No rocket fire from Lebanon likely due to Muslim Eid al-Adha festival; Muhammad Mustafa Ayoub was a key operative in Hezbollah's Rocket and Missile Department; During lull, U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein meets with Israeli leaders. Itamar Eichner, Lior Ben Ari, Yair Kraus | published: 07.17.24 :19:17 YNet

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Behind closed doors: How a prominent Gazan family secretly kept three hostages - WSJ. By Jerusalem Post Staff. Published: June 17, 2024.

The house of a prominent Gazan family - a doctor, a journalist, a phlebotomist and their children - secretly harbored three hostages. How was this possible?

Dr. Ahmad – a general practitioner, imam, and member of a prominent family in Gaza – secretly held three Israeli hostages captive in his home for six months, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday.

Every day, Aljamal returned home from work to his son, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, and captives Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv.

The secret captivity. According to the report, citing residents, it was an open secret within the Nuseirat camp that Aljamal’s family was associated with Hamas. Aljamal’s brother, Abdelrahman Aljamal, is a Hamas lawyer in Gaza. Nevertheless, the report stated that most did not know of the three hostages being held in a dark room in the family’s house.

The IDF reported that the son, Abdullah Aljamal, 37, was a journalist for the Palestinian news site The Palestine Chronicle. Fatma, his wife, was a phlebotomist at a local clinic.

The hostages later said they could hear conversations between the two and the rest of the family as they carried on their normal lives. An earlier WSJ report stated that the three hostages lived in a dark room upstairs in the apartment for six months while the family lived downstairs.

Abdullah had previously served as a spokesperson for the Hamas government and, according to the Journal, was vocally supportive of the October 7 attack.

The building in which the Aljamal family lived was destroyed by an IAF-targeted strike after the rescue of the hostages earlier this month. The rescue operation, which received significant coverage due to its complex and intricate planning and execution, resulted in the return of the three men as well as Noa Argamani, who was kept separately nearby by another family with Hamas ties, the Abu Nars.

Aljamal, his son, and his daughter-in-law were killed in the operation, according to local reports cited by the WSJ, however, the children survived.

The Abu Nar family was also reportedly killed, and their building was destroyed.

The IDF did not directly comment on the killing of family members or destruction of buildings, but in a statement, they said they acted to “eliminate terrorists” and “destroy terrorist infrastructure.”

According to the report, many locals have paid a visit to the house, surprised by the discovery of the captive Israelis right underneath their noses. The paper said secrets such as this are hard to keep within such a close-knit community and in a tightly packed area.

The report also said that residents were unhappy that Hamas put civilians in danger by housing the hostages in a densely populated area next to a market.

The Journal reported that locals wished Hamas kept the hostages in tunnels, away from civilians. “Hamas should give us a map of the safe zones we can stay in because if we knew there were hostages in the neighborhood, we would have looked for another place,” Mustafa Muhammad, 36, told the paper. Muhammad fled Gaza City to Nuseirat early in the war. These fears were not without basis. Israel’s rescue operation resulted in Gazan civilian casualties. The IDF said it was less than a hundred, but Gaza’s Hamas-run Health Ministry placed estimates in the 200s. Nevertheless, residents spoke fondly of the Aljamals. “Dr. Ahmad was the one who circumcised my three boys,” resident Ali Bkhit told the WSJ... JPost

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Yoav Gallant convenes with bipartisan US congressional delegation. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/17/2024 02:42 PM JPost

Gallant to US Representatives: 'Iranian proxies are fighting a war against Western civilization.' Israel National News. Jun 17, 2024, 2:43 PM INN

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IDF UAV falls in Syria - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/17/2024 05:09 PM JPost

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US-UK forces launch strikes on Yemen's Hodeidah and Kamaran Island, Houthi-run Al Masirah TV says. By Reuters. 06/17/2024 08:15 PM JPost

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Gallant in Samaria: 'Countering Iranian arms smuggling with civilian security squads.' Hezki Baruch. Jun 17, 2024, 9:11 PM INN

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Police detain 8 protesters outide of Netanyahu's residence in Jerusalem. By Shlomi Heller, Dr. Itay Gal. 06/17/2024 11:34 PM JPost

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StopAntisemitism @StopAntisemites: NYC (W. 72nd)- a man caught tearing down posters of kidnapped Israelis charges at an elderly Jewish man and then spits on him!

He yells "Free Palestine" before finally leaving. June 17, 2024. on X

Elderly Jewish man spat on in New York by antisemitic vandal. The incident, which was captured on video and posted to social media by the StopAntisemitism movement, involved a vandal tearing down posters of hostages held by Hamas while shouting "Free Palestine."

i24NEWS, June 18, 2024 at 04:07 PM. i24

Bigot spits on 74-year-old Jewish man on NYC street, then shouts ‘Free Palestine’: video. By Allie Griffin Published June 17, 2024, 9:04 p.m. ET [...] The group of New Yorkers surround the alleged antisemite and shout at him to leave while one man places his hand on the victim’s shoulder. “You’re a loser. Get out of here,” one bystander yells. “Go away. Leave.” “Get out of this neighborhood,” a man shouts. “F–k off,” a woman tells the bigot. NY Post

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PA’s ruling party continues to celebrate and justify October 7. Itamar Marcus and Ephraim D. Tepler | Jun 17, 2024 Senior officials of PA’s ruling party:

“[Oct. 7] will be studied in the universities... because the owners of the right (i.e., the Palestinians) held onto their homeland (i.e., Israeli land)” Terrorist murderers “are a source of pride” On Oct. 7, Hamas defeated “NATO, all the West’s capabilities, together with all their [Israel’s] mercenaries” “What happened on Oct. 7 is a response to this occupation’s crimes” “Hamas is part of the Palestinian social fabric” and Oct. 7 massacre was “an additional battle of heroism” PalWatch

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Israel Gave Work Permits, While Palestinians Planned Oct. 7 Massacre. By Bassam Tawil, June 18, 2024

On the eve of Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack on Israel, Israeli authorities had issued work permits to some 18,500 Palestinians from the Gaza Strip, according to the Israeli Defense Ministry’s Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT), a body responsible for Palestinian civil affairs. Israel was forced to revoke the work permits for security reasons after the October 7 atrocities carried out by Hamas and thousands of “ordinary” Palestinians.

This was particularly true in light of evidence that some of the workers had used their time in Israel to gather intelligence on the Israeli communities that were targeted on October 7. The work permits of another 80,000 Palestinians from the West Bank have also been suspended in the aftermath of the Hamas attack. Prior to the October 7 massacre, more than 170,000 Palestinians were working in Israel, constituting an important source of income for the Palestinian economy.

On September 28, 2023, an Agence France-Presse (AFP) correspondent said he saw “crowds of Palestinians waiting at the [Erez border] terminal from the early hours, including many who had spent the night at the complex.”

Awni Obu Oma, a Palestinian construction worker from the Gaza Strip, was quoted as saying: “We learnt at midnight that the Erez crossing would open today, and I have been waiting here since 1:00 in the morning.” Many Palestinians, desperate to work in Israel, were prepared to wait for hours at the border crossing before it opened in order to get to jobs in Israel. The Palestinians from the Gaza Strip who were permitted to work in Israel received many of the same rights as Israeli workers, including health insurance and pension plans.

Palestinian trade unions had said the reopening of the border between Israel and Gaza was a “positive step:” the workers had far higher earnings in Israel than in the Gaza Strip, where salaries are low and unemployment is rife. By 10:00 am, nearly 6,000 workers had crossed through the gateway, a Palestinian border officer at the crossing told AFP.

The Israeli goodwill gesture of expanding the number of Palestinian work permits came only days after Palestinians had rioted near the border between Israel and the Gaza Strip and had attacked Israeli soldiers with stones, Molotov cocktails, and explosive devices. Palestinian workers were joyful over the Israel’s decision to overlook the riot.

Ayman al-Rifi, who worked at a restaurant in the Israeli coastal city of Jaffa, said:

“I’m very happy that the crossing is open. We have nothing to do with this problem [the riots]. I hope workers stay out of these problems because if Erez border crossing is closed, we suffer.”

On the same day, Reuters quoted Palestinian construction worker Khaled Zurub, 57, as saying: “We want to go to work and earn a living for our children because the situation was too bad for us the past two weeks.”

Two months before the Hamas-led attack, during which 1,200 Israelis were murdered and thousands of others wounded, the Israeli authorities were reportedly discussing increasing the number of work permits for Palestinians in the Gaza Strip even further, to ease tensions and improve the living conditions of the residents of the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip.

Israel’s state-owned broadcaster Kan 11 pointed out at the time that the number of permits had been at a “record level,” and that Israel had wanted “to improve the economic situation in the Gaza Strip.”

In October 2021, Israel allowed Gazans to apply for work permits in Israel for the first time since Hamas’s violent takeover of the Gaza Strip in 2007.

Most of the workers from the Gaza were employed in the agriculture, construction and tourism industries and received wages that range between USD $70 to $250 dollars per day, depending on their skills — five times the income a worker is able to receive in the Gaza Strip.

In March 2022, The New Arab website quoted Mohammed Kamal, a 38-year-old father of four from the Gaza Strip, as saying that he planned to stop studying for a master’s degree in order to start working in Israel:

“I graduated from university in 2008, but I was unable to work in my field, and I was forced to work as an accountant in a local factory. After years of trying, I managed to get a master’s scholarship to complete my education, but now I have to stop that because I would rather work and earn money for my children and family.”

Kamal added that he planned to work in Israel as an assistant to one of his relatives in the construction industry.

“I will be able to earn about $120 dollars a day, while I cannot even earn $250 dollars a month in Gaza. Due to the difficult political and economic conditions, the people of the Gaza Strip suffer greatly from poverty and are unable to build a future for their children like their parents.”

In 2022, then Defense Minister Benny Gantz revealed that Israel was planning to increase the number of work permits for Palestinians from the Gaza Strip from 5,000 to 20,000. The pan-Arab newspaper Asharq Al–Awsat reported:

“[Israeli] Political authorities believe the gradual increase in the number of Palestinian workers will prompt Hamas to consider any escalation since it will take into account that the thriving labor movement is a major factor in supporting the economy.

“Workers bring to the [Gaza] enclave up to 90 million shekels [roughly USD $24 million] per month, in light of the difficult and deteriorating economic situation there.”

Israel’s attempts to support the Palestinian economy nevertheless failed to stop thousands of Israelis from being murdered, raped, beheaded, mutilated and burned alive on October 7 by Hamas terrorists and “ordinary” Palestinians. It appears that the murderers and rapists from the Gaza Strip saw Israel’s goodwill gestures as an indication of Israel’s weakness. In addition, they apparently saw the controversy in Israel surrounding the Israeli government’s judicial reform plan as a sign that Israel had become extremely weak, especially when anti-government protesters threatened to boycott military reserve service.

The October 7 atrocities serve as a reminder that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is not about improving the living conditions of the Palestinians or strengthening their economy. Instead, the conflict is about the desire of the majority of Palestinians to slaughter Jews and destroy Israel.

Pre-and post-October 7 public opinion polls have consistently demonstrated that the majority of Palestinians back Hamas and believe that the atrocities committed on that day were “correct.” More than 80% of the Palestinians believe that the massacres “put the Palestinian issue at the center of attention and eliminated years of neglect at the regional and international levels,” the Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research noted in its latest poll on June 12.

Now, Palestinians can blame Hamas not only for dragging them into a disastrous war with Israel, but also for having left tens of thousands of families jobless in the wake of their loss of permits to work in Israel.

Instead of brainwashing and indoctrinating their people against Israel and Jews, Palestinian leaders need to be required to focus on creating job opportunities and boosting the Palestinian economy, which the flow of international handouts has relieved them from doing.

The Palestinians would also greatly benefit if they would realize that there are actually dire repercussions when they “bite the hand that feeds them.”

After the October 7 atrocities, it would be absurd to assume that Israel will once more welcome tens of thousands of laborers from the Gaza Strip. Many of those workers to whom Israel opened its doors were apparently working in Israel by day, and by night returning to Gaza and providing Hamas with highly detailed maps and drawings of every house in Israel’s border communities, and reports about everyone in them, including the pet dogs.

A massacre was not the outcome many had expected after the Israelis’ willingness to help to improve the lives of their Palestinian neighbors.

Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, a social media influencer and former resident of the Gaza Strip, remarked:

“Before the October 7 massacre, 20,000 Gazans received permits to work in Israel and would have pleasant daily interactions with Israelis, including with soldiers at the Erez Crossing. This fact doesn’t erase all the other problems and issues that existed before 10/7; instead, it illustrates the complexities of life in the coastal enclave and how so many aspired to have contact with Israelis to earn a decent living and focus on providing for their families and communities. Black-and-white depictions of Gaza before the war are not only inaccurate but fail to capture the color-rich realities that existed, in which the potential for coexistence and peace was present in daily occurrences; human-to-human connections between Palestinian workers and Israelis were a window of what the future could look like. A friend of mine in Gaza left the NGO sector and worked in Israel up until last August; within 10 months, he paid off his massive debts, built himself an apartment, and got married. He spoke highly of the Israeli contractors he worked with and had such respect for all with whom he came in contact.” Gatestone Inst.

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Scrubbed by the ‘Times.’ The New York Times routinely erases extremism from "pro-Palestinian" protests.

Gilead Ini. (June 18, 2024 / CAMERA) The extremism is a pattern. So is the New York Times’ commitment to concealing it.

Last week in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., anti-Israel activists wished for Hitler’s return; chanted for the murder of “Zionists”; assaulted, threatened to kill and slurred a rabbi; threatened a Jewish family by painting a symbol of Hamas violence on their home; held banners supporting the terror group behind the Oct. 7 massacre; donned the headbands of the terrorists; waved their flags; glorified their “resistance” broadly; justified the murders at the music festival specifically; smashed and bloodied the face of a security guard; and downplayed the Holocaust.

The New York Times covered each of the “protests” where the ugly episodes occurred. But it hid each one of these incidents, as well as other examples of the demonstrators’ extremism.

Washington, D.C.

At a June 8 demonstration in Washington, D.C., a group of demonstrators, faces covered with keffiyehs, held a large banner aligning them with “al Qassam,” a reference to Hamas’s Izz ad-Din Al-Qassam Brigades—the gunmen who led the Oct. 7 attack. They called for murder: “Hezbollah make us proud, kill another Zionist now!”

A man holding a “Stand with Hamas” sign defended the Oct. 7 slaughter as “brilliant” while decrying what “the Jews—yeah, the Jews” are doing to the Palestinians. Another sign justified “resistance.”

The Times, whose article on the demonstration cast it as little more than a “call for an immediate cease-fire,” said nothing about the celebration of terrorist groups, the explicit calls for “killing” or the defense of Oct. 7.

Statues in D.C.’s Lafayette Square were vandalized with pro-violence and eliminationist graffiti. “Glory 2 the resistance.” “Long live Hamas.” “Intifada.” “From the river to the sea.” “Death to Amerikkka.” And plenty of inverted red triangles, the symbol used in Hamas propaganda videos to mark targets for attack.

The Times referred only to “handwritten scribbles” that read “free Palestine.”

Men wearing the headbands of Hamas and PFLP, designated terrorist groups known for their suicide bombing attacks on Jewish civilians, shouted, “There is only one solution, intifada revolution!”

The newspaper steered readers to believe the calls were more or less innocuous:

“Many of the protesters on Saturday chanted slogans that some groups have said incite violence against Jews, such as ‘There is only one solution: intifada, revolution,’ as well as ‘From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free.’

“But according to one protester, such slogans were not a call for violence against Jewish people, but for a broader resistance against the status quo.”

The gathering was co-organized by the Palestinian Youth Movement, a group that responded to the Oct. 7 attack on the day it occurred with celebratory “long live the resistance” calls, and which had previously called for “resistance and intifada until victory.” (The group has made clear that victory, to them, means the elimination of Israel.)

The Times absurdly characterized it as a “left-leaning” group.

Although video from the demonstrations showed demonstrators throwing objects at a park ranger and punching punching park police, the story failed to mention this, even while noting in the first paragraph that police used pepper spray on a protester.

(Two days after the piece was published, the paper did add a statement from the National Park Service noting “an assault of a park ranger” and “injuries to two U.S. Park Police officers.” According to the reporters, the statement described empty water bottles being thrown at the park ranger. Fuller versions of what appeared to be the same statement, published elsewhere, made no reference to empty bottles.)

Manhattan.

On June 10, the extremist group Within Our Lifetime, which supports the Oct. 7 massacre, organized a demonstration in Manhattan.

At Union Square a man told counter-protesters, “I wish Hitler was still here, he would’ve wiped all you out.” Other demonstrators unfurled a large banner reading, “Long live October 7th.”

After a mass subway ride, during which demonstrators insisted “Zionists” identify themselves and insinuated harm would come to them if they didn’t leave the train, demonstrators converged on Wall Street, where they waved the Hamas flag and that of another terrorist organization.

They came to protest an exhibit memorializing the hundreds of civilians murdered by Hamas at the Nova Music Festival, to justify the murders, and to minimize the Holocaust by claiming the kids gunned down at the festival were worse than the commandant of the Auschwitz extermination camp.

The Times initially ignored the hate fest. A day later, after members of Congress, the mayor of New York City and the White House condemned the rally and its antisemitism, the paper reported on the condemnation.

But the piece said nothing about the pro-Hitler language, and nothing about the terrorist flags. (The paper was surely aware of the flags. It quoted from a White House statement that criticized the flying of “profane banners of terrorist organizations,” but ignored that line. And quoted from a statement in which the NYC mayor criticized the terror flags, but ignored that line.)

And while the story did refer to demonstrators shouting “long live the intifada”—the call for violence that the paper had previously suggested might not be a call for violence—it didn’t quote those same demonstrators’ chant that “resistance is justified,” a defense of the Oct. 7 massacre that, while sickening on its own, also underscored the true meaning of their intifada calls.

Brooklyn.

Two days later, vandals smeared paint on the homes of the director of the Brooklyn Museum and two of its trustees. On the home of the director, who is Jewish, they painted the upside-down red triangle that symbolizes a Hamas target, a menacing threat of violence.

The newspaper’s story about the graffiti did not mention the Hamas triangle. (It can be seen in a photo in the online piece, but the caption and the story itself say nothing of the symbol, let alone what it means.)

U.C.L.A.

On the other side of the country, demonstrators gathered at the University of California, Los Angeles.

As the school’s Chabad rabbi recorded video of the event, a demonstrator wearing a checkered headscarf smacked the phone out of his hand, threatened to kill him, called him a pedophile and called for “death to Israel and anyone who supports that shit.” Another demonstrator told him to “go back to Poland.”

The Times covered the rally. It said nothing about the antisemitic incident or death threats.

Elsewhere on campus, a security guard was battered in the face and bloodied with a hard object. The paper—of course—said nothing about this violence. (The piece did, however, twice make a point of referencing aggression by pro-Israel protesters from months ago.)

Last week’s stories, in which the Times manages to erase vile extremism from four separate demonstrations, are hardly the first example of the paper coming to the aid of anti-Israel extremists. It had previously come to the aid of those tearing down posters of Israeli hostages by suggesting this was perhaps just a “release valve” for the “anguished,” while giving equal weight to the idea that those putting up the posters might be the real problem. Another piece absurdly suggested that calls for a Palestine “from the river to the sea” did not necessarily refer to a Palestine from the river to the sea. JNS

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Plaque for Belgian resistance fighters who saved Jews defaced with swastika. June 18, 2024 JPost

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US military destroys four Houthi radars, one uncrewed surface vessel and one drone. By Reuters. 06/18/2024 02:27 AM JPost

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Two key Democrats in US Congress approve major arms sale to Israel, Washington Post reports. By Reuters. 06/18/2024 02:40 AM ...Representative Gregory Meeks and Senator Ben Cardin have signed off on the deal under heavy pressure from the Biden administration after the two lawmakers had for months held up the sale, the Post reported. JPost

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US VP Kamala Harris: 'We must tell truth about horrific sexual violence of Hamas' U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at an event attended by freed hostage Amit Soussana, which was dedicated to the issue of sexual violence by Hamas terrorists. "Sexual violence has always been a weapon of war and continues to this day," Harris said. She noted that "in Ukraine, Russian soldiers raped Ukrainian women; In Iraq and Sudan, women are subjected to sexual terror; And on October 7, Hamas committed horrific acts of sexual violence. In the days after October 7, I saw images of bloodied Israeli women abducted. Then it came to light that Hamas committed rape and gang rape at the Nova Music Festival…I’ve heard the stories, from a former hostage, of what she witnessed and heard in captivity. These testimonies, I fear, will only increase as more hostages are released,” said Harris. "The truth must be told about these crimes." Tzippy Shmilovitz, New York | published:06.18.24: 01:24 YNet

Harris on Hamas' sexual crimes: We cannot look away and we will not be silent US Vice President Kamala Harris condemns Hamas’ sexual violence on October 7: The testimonies will only increase as more hostages are released. Israel National News, Jun 18, 2024, 12:53 AM (GMT+3) INN

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United Nations commitee says not enough evidence to declare famine in Gaza. Report triggered by U.S. report of famine in Gaza; After its release IDF announced a daily “tactical pause of military activity” to allow more humanitarian aid to reach Palestinian civilians. Ynetnews | published:06.18.24: 01:51 YNet

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Overnight rocket siren in Gaza border communities was false alarm. By Maariv. 06/18/2024 03:23 AM JPost

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Maldives postpones ban on Israelis fearing law could include Israeli-Arabs. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/18/2024 03:23 AM JPost

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Defense Minister Yoav Gallant: 'I approve Gilboa regional council's security plan.' By Shaked Sadeh. 06/18/2024 06:19 AM JPost

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Israeli artillery strikes targets in southern Lebanon - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/18/2024 07:30 AM JPost

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Ex-hostage at White House: 'In captivity you have no control over your mind, body, or soul.' Israel National News. Jun 18, 2024, 9:42 AM INN

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France cancels decision to ban Israelis from arms exhibition. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/18/2024 10:47 AM JPost

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Islamic Jihad sniper cell commander eliminated in IDF airstrike. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/18/2024 10:55 AM JPost

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US wants to avoid 'greater war' along tense Lebanon-Israel border, envoy says. By Reuters. 06/18/2024 12:13 PM JPost

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PM Netanyahu to meet with families of those killed in captivity. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/18/2024 01:41 PM JPost

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IDF slams journalist's 'lie' that chief of staff supports Hamas rule in Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/18/2024 02:08 PM JPost

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'Conflict has gone on for long enough.' Amos Hochstein met with Lebanese Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri and said President Biden wants to 'avoid a further escalation to a greater war.'

Israel National News. Jun 18, 2024, 2:15 PM INN

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UNRWA says it can't use new corridor because trucks get looted. Israel National News. Jun 18, 2024. INN

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Israeli journalist proves: Humanitarian aid reaches Hamas. Israel National News. Jun 19, 2024, 12:10 AM INN

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Senator Jim Risch: Let’s get out of Israel’s way. US Senator Jim Risch calls on the Biden administration to release aid to Israel: Micromanagement of Israel’s war on terror must end. Israel National News, Jun 19, 2024, 2:13 AM (GMT+3) INN

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Report: Two Hamas battalions not participating in fighting. Hamas assigned a significant force that is not participating in the war, with the intention of creating a governing force in Gaza after the war. Israel National News, Jun 18, 2024, 2:52 PM (GMT+3) INN

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IDF says operational plans for an offensive in Lebanon were approved. By Reuters. 06/18/2024 10:02 PM JPost

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IAF jets strike Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/18/2024 10:04 PM JPost

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ADL faces Wikipedia ban over reliability concerns on Israel and antisemitism. By Asaf Elia-Shalev/JTA. Published: June 19, 2024.

Wikipedia editors now deem the Anti-Defamation League "generally unreliable" on Israel-Palestine and potentially on antisemitism, citing bias and factual concerns. (JTA) - Wikipedia’s editors have voted to declare the Anti-Defamation League “generally unreliable” on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, adding it to a list of banned and partially banned sources...

"ADL no longer appears to adhere to a serious, mainstream and intellectually cogent definition of antisemitism, but has instead given into the shameless politicization of the very subject that it was originally esteemed for being reliable on,” wrote an editor known as Iskandar323, whose request for a discussion about the ADL ultimately led to the ban. 

In a written statement, the ADL said the decision by Wikipedia was the result of a ”campaign to delegitimize the ADL” and that editors opposing the ban “provided point by point refutations, grounded in factual citations, to every claim made, but apparently facts no longer matter.” JPost

Wikipedia editor 'Iskandar323' behind push to ban ADL is heavily "palestine" propagandist.

One has one own criticism of ADL in its turning left and sonetime abandoning core values. However it has nothing to do with the other part - its good - reliable info - work in fighting hate.

In any case, that editor 'Iskandar323' behind push to ban ADL is heavily "palestine" propagandist.

Wikipedia editor 'Iskandar323' behind push to ban ADL is heavily "palestine" propagandist.

Some of recent contributions: Pro Palestine: [69] [70] [71]

Engaged in EditWars: [72] at EoZ

Wikipedia moves to bar ADL, claiming reliability concerns on Israel and antisemitim. Editor who initiated deliberation that ultimately led to ban on using the Jewish group as a source accuses it of ‘shameless politicization,’ while only a small minority defend it By Asaf Elia-Shalev. 19 June, 2024, 6:40 am TOI

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Wikipedia's Anti-Israel Editors Unmasked Group launches effort to combat anti-Israel bias on internet's largest encyclopedia. Adam Kredo, November 20, 2019. ...Already, the Israel Group has listed the details of the top five editors it deems leaders of the anti-Israel effort. The number one anti-Israel leader, according to the Israel Group, is an Australian computer scientist named Brendan McKay. "Brendan McKay, who goes by the Wikipedia username 'Zero0000,' is the Godfather, the unofficial leader of the entire cabal of anti-Israel Wikipedia editors," the Israel Group wrote in a post about McKay. "Although he is not the most prolific or skilled editor among them, one thing separates him from the others: he's a Wikipedia administrator. This means that he has vast powers that regular editors don't have, such as the ability to block and ban regular editors and to delete edits and articles from the historical record. Moreover, administrators are greatly respected, so when they accuse general editors of editing with a pro-Israel point of view—as McKay repeatedly does—other administrators side with him, often blocking or banning pro-Israel editors." The Israel Group goes on to list as its second leading anti-Israel editor another Australian named Peter Nicholas Dale. Dale "is undoubtedly the most prolific and proficient of the bunch," according to the Israel Group. "He is an erudite, skilled blowhard who employs his expert Wikipedia editing proficiency to derail and obfuscate discussions."... FreeBeacon [73]

The Israel Group Launches Battle to Expose Anti-Israel Wikipedia Editors By David Israel - 23 Heshvan 5780 – November 21, 2019.

The Israel Group, a nonprofit whose mission is “to cripple the boycott (BDS) movement against at Israel,” is waging war against Wikipedia, or, rather, against Wikipedia editors with a clear bias against the Jewish State.

Founded by Jack Saltzberg, an old war-horse in the fight to defend Israel’s reputation (he also served in an IDF anti-terrorist unit), The Israel Group has warned that “a cabal of virulently anti-Israel anonymous editors is responsible for decimating virtually the entire pro-Israel editing community. Volunteer ‘administrators’ (with lifetime positions), responsible for overseeing the editing process of Wikipedia, have not only allowed anti-Israel editors freedom to take over Wikipedia, they have participated by blocking and banning predominantly Jewish and pro-Israel editors.”

Saltzberg said on his group’s website that they have been working for many years, “under the radar,” on “Wiki-Israel,” which will be launched in January 2020, and fight against “Wikipedia’s anti-Semitic bias against Israel.”

The initiative features a website that shows “how anti-Israel editors smear Israel—both subtly and overtly—across hundreds of articles, and how the pro-Israel community can stop it.”

As part of its initiative, The Israel Group outed the five worst anti-Israel Wikipedia editors, who have been “active for more than a decade totaling more than 325,000 Wikipedia edits, with the majority targeting Israel.” Here they are:

1. An anti-Israel Wikipedia editor who goes by the username Zero0000. His real name, according to TIG, is Brendan McKay, a math scientist at the Australian National University. McKay is the unofficial leader of the entire cabal of anti-Israel Wikipedia editors, TIG claims. A Wikipedia administrator, he has the ability to block and ban regular editors and to delete edits and articles from the record.

2. Nishidani is “undoubtedly the most prolific and proficient of the bunch,” according to TIG, which claims “he is an erudite, skilled blowhard who employs his expert Wikipedia editing proficiency to derail and obfuscate discussions, limiting most ability to add even miniscule factual content positive toward Israel.” Out of Nishidani’s more than 60,000 Wikipedia edits, not one is even slightly pro-Israel, NIG says.

3. Nableezy is the Hamas faction of Wikipedia. According to TIG, Nableezy is the most vile, dedicated, and ruthless anti-Israel editor, who is almost singularly responsible for getting nearly 60 Jewish and pro-Israel editors blocked or banned from editing Wikipedia, usually through subversive methods and working in collusion with Wikipedia’s administrators.

4. Huldra, believed to be a woman, keeps a low profile as she assists the cadre of anti-Israel editors, says TIG, however, she is slowly and dangerously undermining the factual history of Israel on Wikipedia. Huldra is responsible for enacting the 30/500 policy, limiting visitors from editing anywhere in the Arab-Israeli topic area unless they have gained 30 days and 500 edits on Wikipedia.

5. Mshabazz, a.k.a. Malik Shabazz, has written on Wikipedia that he is Jewish, but as a former administrator has joined the anti-Israel side in every major (and minor) discussion regarding the Arab-Israel conflict, TIG says. He was removed from his administrator’s position for using racist and anti-Semitic trope.... JewishPress [74]

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How an Arab Muslim propagandist has contributed to hate on Wikipedia (for years).

Aug 11, 2020

How an Arab Muslim propagandist has contributed to anti-Israel bias on Wikipedia

VILIFICATION OF ISRAEL VIA INTIMIDATION AND OBSESSION

How an Arab Muslim propagandist has contributed to anti-Israel bias on Wikipedia. For some 14 years user ([75]) Nableezy has been roaming on wiki in his anti Israel vilification campaign, with help of one or two other Muslims. Tactics include:

• Putting a warning on wikipedians [ARBPIA] esoecially for any newcomers....

Carrying out "edit wars." . "Deciding" what is a 'reliable source' . Deleting any criticism of any anti Israel hot -headed pieces. Difference from usual wikipedians, is, the record of obsession in constant fighting. Showing in the past his investing his major time in it.

HELPING IN ANTI-JEWISH HATRED

Over a decade ago, some anti-Jewish wikipedian, who posted much against Judaism and to brand racism on Israel as part of his overall goal, has pushed for a disproportionate page about little Israel (vs the globe) by quoting exaggerated "racism" terminology from Israeli far left (who gave an agenda, esoecially by using this term as a tool to shock Jewish conscious and) who as known have been used this terminolog arbitrary as a routine, including on coltural and religious differences. Of course this vilification osge was much defended and ousged also by Arab anti Israel wikipedian Nableezy and a Farrakhan guy, at the time. at DP [76]

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'Mary Ann Mendoza' VS 'Nishidani on Wikipedia': anti-Jewish bigotry, racism, hatred, old conspiracy theories garbage.

Submitted, Aug 27, 2020.

'Mary Ann Mendoza' VS 'Nishidani on Wikipedia': anti-Jewish bigotry, racism, hatred, old conspiracy theories garbage

M.A. MENDOZA:

US. Republicans drop speaker for retweeting anti-Semitic tirade. Hours before her planned speech at RNC, Mary Ann Mendoza retweets a thread posted by member of QAnon movement, which promotes an age-old conspiracy about a global Jewish cabal bent on terrorizing non-Jews AFP | Published: 08.26.20 , 11:54 A woman preparing to endorse U.S. President Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention on Tuesday was abruptly booted from the lineup after posting about a Jewish conspiracy to control the world, U.S. media reported. Mary Ann Mendoza, a so-called "Angel Mom," was scheduled to speak Tuesday night about her son Brandon, a police officer killed in 2014 by a drunk driver who was in the country illegally. But her appearance was scrapped when she highlighted a theory earlier Tuesday peddled by far-right conspiracy movement QAnon that highlights an anti-Semitic trope about a global Jewish cabal bent on terrorizing non-Jewish "goyim[sic]." [77]'

NISHIDANI = BIGOT:

From email, August 12, 2020:

'A HATER, HAS BEEN EDITING WIKIPEDIA SINCE AROUND 2006

By editing so much, since around 2006, this means: the occupation on wikipedia as a routine putting in data and sources and pulling out and claiming what is a RS or not. But revelations reveal this person's [user name: Nishidani] motives.

Manipulating intellectuality for a hateful agenda. Nishidani masks his work under "politics."

PROMOTING MUFTI PROPAGANDA AGAINST JEWS WHILE HUMANIZING HIMMLER

On the page of Grand Mufti of Jerusalem

His edit in November 2015:

As he is so excited to find a "cherry" that can put Himmler in a nice light. He quotes Mufti's writing from the 1970s that Himmler "told" him in the early 1940s he was "shocked" to see Jews abused... But does not quote it the verbatim nor in context of how M. Sells writes it. His purported source.

The Mufti al-Husayni who in 1920 incited to attack non-Zionist pious old men, women & children under cries of "idbach..." ; who in 1941 called upon all Muslims to "Kill the Js wherever they are..this pleases Allah", and has escaped Nurnberg trial, decades later tried to rewrite details in his memoirs. Naturally. And he was bitter after six-day war too, as Sells writes. Though the hatred is still there on display even on those notes, including believing J. are evil, (choosing to) believe in blood libel, etc.

Yet, even in choosing so enthusiastically to quote this specific line, the user changes, intentionally omits the already beginning fictional part in line, the sheer absurdity that supposedly Himmler was "shocked" (at all) seeing Jews abused. Instead, he maliciously edited it, to fit his intended goal to blame the Jews. The people who were all boxed together hungry and under strict orders of brutal Nazi guards.

HELPING FARRAKHAN'S HATRED

Pushing for Khazar myth especially on the days it was used (again) for hatred

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It was at a time of publicized Farrakhan's influenced "material" in hate in July 13, 2020. When the poison was in the air. Two days before Nick Cannon who pushed for it from Farrakhan, has finally retracted and apologized.

[Jerusalem Post › antisemitism Nick Cannon walks back on video containing antisemitic.. statements ...Farrakhan has called Jews... July 15, 2020 [79]

[Nick Cannon Apologizes to Jewish Community for Hurtful Words By Associated Press July 16, 2020 01:17 PM [80]

Some info on the khazar myth:

(The myth of the Khazars and intellectual antisemitism in Russia ... 2004 [81] . Our Four Genetic Moms - Jewish Telegraphic Agency. Aug 29, 2013 · On Friday nights Jews traditionally bless their daughters to ... million —trace their DNA back to 4 "founding mothers"... [82] . Jews are not descended from Khazars, Hebrew University Jun 25, 2014 · New study finds no evidence that Ashkenazi Jews are the descendants of Khazars, [83] . On the Khazar canard. Sep 11, 2017 [84] . Forward › ashkenazi.. Khazar Myth Disproved By History, Linguistics And Genes Sep. 25, 2017 [85])

And again, it's also about 'timing' of Nishidani's edit.

HOUTHIS

Upset, objects that the infamous anti-Jewish Houthis are being cited for its use of own people as Human Shields on the human shields page. (As usual, masking it under "politics").

[Human_shield#New_Material]

[Houthis' flag: officially called Ansar Allah), a political and religious movement and rebel group in Yemen, reads "Allah is Greater, Death to America, Death to Israel, Curse on the Jews, Victory to Islam [86] . [87] . [88] .

TWISTED VIEW: JEWS "VS"...?

Nishidani, edits, work on wikipedia come from seeing the world as non-Jews vs Jews.

His words in August 11 2020: "to win the minds and hearts of goys..." in the Human Shields page of wikipedia.

[Diff/972379035]

Besides the context, it is also the fact of using this form (with added S) not used by anyone else besides neo nazis , up to the time of that Aug.2020 edit. Example: (Fascists forge... January 15, 2019 [89] . Later on, when asked, Nishidani took first the time to browse online, to come up with a weird "reply" trying to blame Jews. To make it clear. It's not about any use of the word as a whole, but about the context; this person's view of the world, and this particular form of use.

It all "explains" Nishidani's obsession on editing about Jewish history, Jewish early sages, personalities, Judaism. And "deciding" what is a reliable source anything that can diminish, or and turn anything Jewish into negative light.' at DP [90]).

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Sa'ar to social media site X: 'Ban Khamenei's account immediately.' Elad Benari. Jun 19, 2024, 5:16 AM INN

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Report: White House cancels high-level meeting following Netanyahu video. Officials tell Barak Ravid the White House canceled a high-level US-Israel meeting on Iran that was scheduled for Thursday after Netanyahu released a video claiming the US was withholding military aid. Israel National News, Jun 19, 2024, 5:42 AM INN

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IDF troops find 'Mein Kampf' copy in Nuseirat, Gaza Strip - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff, Jun 19, 2024. [91] "A picture sent to me just today by soldiers from the Nusirat refugee camp in central Gaza. "Yes, from the area where the Israeli hostages who were rescued in a daring operation a week and a half ago were held," Haddad’s post read. Haddad added, “Hitler's manifesto "Mein Kampf" in a local house...This is the kind of "leader" the Palestinians adore, this is how they become the successors of the Nazis, and this is how the "uninvolved" can hold hostages and be complicit in the terrorism of Hamas!" JPost

Aviva Klompas @AvivaKlompas: IDF soldiers found (yet another) copy of Mein Kampf in a Gaza home.

The terrorists don't see the irony in idolizing Hitler for the Holocaust while denying the Holocaust ever took place. [92] June 22, 2024. on X

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Hostile aircraft infiltrates Gaza border communities.

Suspicious aerial target crosses from Gaza into Israel, falls on Israeli side of border. No injuries.

Israel National News Jun 19, 2024, 7:27 AM INN

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Hezbollah drone, detected by IDF not shot down to prevent injury, military. Airforce says terror group launches three UAVs in total, one downed, one believed to have fallen in the sea and one completes its filming mission over Haifa ynet correspondents | published:06.19.24: 08:03 YNet

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Man Hamas claims is kidnapped IDF soldier revealed as Palestinian. After posting Halil Dawas photo in May claiming he is a soldier captured in Gaza, he is identified as a resident of Aqabat Jaber refugee camp near Jericho, Palestinians say collaborated with Israel. Einav Halabi | published: 06.19.24: 06:42 YNet

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“Emotional strength”: Bereaved father met soldiers who killed his son in friendly fire. Israel National News, Jun 19, 2024, 11:01 AM INN

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IAF jet targets Hezbollah terrorists entering military facility. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/19/2024 10:36 AM JPost

Footage from Lebanon: Terrorists enter a building - and are eliminated from above. Israel National News, Jun 19, 2024, 11:15 AM INN

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Hezbollah announces death of one operative in Yaron - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/19/2024 11:59 AM JPost

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Released hostage Ada Sagi: ‘I don't believe in peace now.’ Released hostage, Ada Sagi, spoke about her captivity, her loss of hope for peace, and the payment Gaza residents were given to guard the hostages: ‘I heard them say 70 shekels a day, that's a lot of money in Gaza, because they don't have jobs.’ Tziki Brandwine, Jun 19, 2024, 12:44 PM INN

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Israel rejects UN explanation for 'Hamas’ use of human shields’ excluded from report. Virginia Gamba, special representative to the U.N. secretary-general, told JNS that word count limits left no space to mention that the terror organization embeds deliberately among civilians. Israel National News, Jun 19, 2024, 2:01 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Reporter's Notebook:

In Rafah, IDF focuses on tunnels, with aim of destroying Hamas brigade within a month. By Emanuel Fabian. ToI joins commander of Givati Brigade in Gaza’s southernmost city, where army says the terror group’s operatives have embedded themselves inside booby-trapped buildings and tunnels. 19 June, 2024. TOI

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Trade in smuggled cigarettes said to hamper aid deliveries in Gaza. With a single cigarette selling for up to $25, aid trucks reportedly targeted by smugglers seeking to pick up their secreted goods, and by other criminals trying to get to them first. By TOI Staff. 19 June, 2024, 1:12 pm TOI

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Human rights expert: UNHRC report a 'case-study in antisemitism.' Gary Willig. Jun 19, 2024, 5:55 PM INN

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Anti-Hezbollah journalist assaulted in Beirut. Yitz Goldberg. Jun 19, 2024, 6:28 PM INN

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Nasrallah threatens Cyprus. Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah warned that if Cyprus would assist Israel in a war against his organization it would 'deal with Cyprus as if it were part of the war.'

Israel National News. Jun 19, 2024, 7:54 PM INN

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Chief of Staff threatens:

'The enemy will learn about capabilities it didn't know we had.'

Chief of Staff LTG Herzi Halevi said Israel knew about Hezbollah's drone capabilities that were showcased in the video it published.

Israel National News. Jun 19, 2024, 9:31 PM INN

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IDF Homefront Command announces new security guidelines for Gaza border communities. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/19/2024 06:26 PM JPost

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UK PM Sunak forecast to lose his parliamentary seat, Savanta poll shows. By Reuters. 06/19/2024 07:01 PM JPost

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Macron demands schools address antisemitism after Jewish girl raped. By Reuters. 06/19/2024 07:53 PM JPost

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US CENTCOM eliminates senior ISIS official in Syria. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/19/2024 09:19 PM JPost

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US military says it strikes targets in Houthi-controlled area of Yemen. By Reuters . 06/20/2024 02:08 AM JPost

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Senior Hamas Official Ali Baraka: North Korea Is Part Of Our Alliance. June 19, 2024. Palestinians | Special Dispatch No. 11408

In January 2024, it was reported that South Korea's National Intelligence Service (NIS) confirmed that Hamas has been using also North Korean-made weapons to fight Israel. Earlier, in November 2023, media informed that the North Korean leader Kim Jong-un ordered officials to come up with ways to "comprehensively support Palestine."

Relations between North Korea and the Palestinian leadership date back to the 1960s, as Pyongyang assisted and trained the PLO and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), a Palestinian Marxist-Leninist Palestinian organization founded by George Habash (who visited Pyongyang in 1970). Abu Daoud, mastermind of the Munich massacre, also received training by the North Korean military. Since the rise of Hamas in the Palestinian camp, North Korea has been supporting the Islamist movement in their common fight against the collective West.

It is worth noting that North Korea recognizes Palestinian sovereignty over the entirety of the Israeli territory, excluding the Golan Heights (which it regards as Syrian territory).

[93] "This photo, provided by the National Intelligence Service, South Korea's spy agency, on January 8, 2024, shows an F-7 rocket-propelled grenade launcher manufactured in North Korea suspected to have been used by the Hamas militant group. Korean characters are engraved inside of the fuse (in blue circle) of the grenade launcher." (Source: Yonhap)

[94] Yasser Arafat sits with the founder of North Korea Kim Il Sung in Pyongyang (Source: Rodong Sinmun, June 26, 1989)

[95] PLO leader Yasser Arafat with the founder of North Korea Kim Il Sung (Source: X)

[96] PLO leader Yasser Arafat with the founder of North Korea Kim Il Sung (Source: X)

Senior Hamas Official Ali Baraka: North Korea Is Part Of Our Alliance.

On November 2, 2023, Senior Hamas official Ali Baraka praised North Korea in an interview posted on Spot Shot (Lebanon). In the interview, Baraka said that all of Americas enemies are growing closer and the day may come when they join the war and turn America into a thing of the past. He said that the only country that is capable of striking America directly is North Korea.

"Iran does not have weapons that can reach America, but it can strike Israel and the American bases and ships in the region, if the U.S. clearly expands its intervention. North Korea, however, does have the capability to strike America. The day may come, when North Korea intervenes, because it is, after all, part of [our] alliance," Ali Baraka stated.

Hamas Thanks North Korea.

In 2017, the North Korean leader Kim Jong Un received many praised in the Gaza Strip, after Pyongyang threatened to punish Israel. "Our consistent message is to mercilessly punish those who offend the dignity of our leadership," the statement of the DPKR Foreign Ministry stated, which came in response to the declaration of Avigdor Liberman, who was at the time Israeli defense minister, that defined Kim Jong Un as "extremist and insane."

As a result of North Korean declarations, senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri stated on Twitter: "Hamas appreciates North Korea statement in which it supported the Palestinian's struggle and rejected the continuation of occupation," Abu Zuhri said on his Twitter account. "Hamas refuses Israeli abuse of North Korea and confirms that Israel is the leader of evil and terrorism in the world," he added.

[97] The son of Salam Rabaa, the Palestinian owner of Rabaa restaurant, gestures with his right hand imitating a poster of North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un, at the gate of the venue premises in the Jabalia refugee camp in the northern Gaza strip. (Source: AFP/Mohammed Abed, 2017)

[98] A Palestinian cashier waits at the entrance of the Rabaa restaurant in the Jabalia refugee camp in the northern Gaza strip on December 17, 2017, next to posters depicting North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un and reading in Arabic: "Special discounts reaching up to 80 percent for Korean patrons, in appraisal of the role of the Korean leader towards our Palestinian cause." (Source: AFP/Mohammed Abed, 2017). Memri

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IDF operating throughout Gaza Strip, West Bank - reports. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/20/2024 04:51 AM JPost

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US to Israel: Qatar close to imposing sanctions on Hamas to restart. negotiations - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/20/2024 05:31 AM JPost

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Jake Sullivan to meet with Ron Dremer and Tzachi Hanegbi. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/20/2024 07:36 AM JPost

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Hostage's cousin delivers plea at UN Human Rights Council meeting. Israel National News. Jun 20, 2024, 10:24 AM INN

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‘This country is filled with heroes’: Pres. Herzog honors volunteers who supported Israel post-Oct. 7. Israel National News. Jun 20, 2024, 10:59 AM INN

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In Georgia, Israelis are welcomed - but Russians are not. Larry Luxner, JTA. Jun 20, 2024, 12:01 PM INN

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WSJ: As few as 50 hostages may still be alive. Chana Roberts. Jun 20, 2024, 9:57 AM INN

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Nukhba sniper who participated in October 7 massacre killed.

IDF, ISA, eliminate a leading Hamas sniper and Nukhba Forces commander who participated in the October 7th Massacre and killed Cpt. Yisrael Yudkin last month. Uzi Baruch. Jun 20, 2024, 11:27 AM INN

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Haaretz: IDF soldiers don't rape Arab women due to racism. A Haaretz article sparked outrage online after it claimed that 'IDF soldiers don't rape Arab women due to racism.' Online users criticized: 'How do we get to such a twisted situation?' Israel National News. Jun 20, 2024. INN

The "Haaretz" reporter claims: "IDF soldiers do not rape Arab women because of racism." The architect of Haaretz newspaper, Naama Riba, caused a huge uproar on the Internet after she claimed that "IDF soldiers do not rape Arab women just because of racism." Ice staff | 06.0.24 12:19 Later, Naama Riba revealed that she received very harsh messages in private from people who really didn't like her ugly tweet, and that's putting it mildly. In one of the responses, cursed severely since he claimed that his son was mortally wounded in Gaza. In response to this, Riba wrote: "What fun here!". ICE

Haaretz journalist: "IDF soldiers do not rape Arab women - because of racism." Haaretz newspaper reporter Naama Riva caused an uproar online after claiming that the reason why IDF soldiers do not rape Arab women is "because of racism" • Many users were outraged: 'The only nation in the world accused of racism because it "doesn't" rape.' Shimon Halleli • 14 Sivan 5784. • 20.06.24 ... Hanan Amior also responded to the words: "This is a writer at Haaretz. And another one who is relatively one of the least disturbed there. Use this statement of hers as an educational glimpse into how their minds work, and as an estimate of the great and unbridgeable distance between them and the public." Now14

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Editor Of Saudi Daily: The Resistance Is The One Holding The Cards In The Gaza War; It Must Remain Steadfast Until Victory Is Achieved; U.S. Should Arrest Netanyahu When He Comes To Visit.

June 20, 2024. In a June 9, 2024 article, Khalid bin Hamad Al-Malik, editor-in-chief of the Saudi daily Al-Jazirah, wrote that Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, who is scheduled to address the U.S. Congress on June 24, 2024, is a .... and that the U.S. should arrest him when he arrives instead of honoring and supporting him. Al-Malik also urged Hamas to remain rigid in the negotiations with Israel until it achieves victory, because “the resistance” is the one holding the cards, not the U.S. and not Israel, which is failing to achieve its goals in the war. Victory over Israel, he explained, means making a deal which will guarantee the release of Palestinian prisoners in return for the Israeli hostages, a permanent end to the war, the withdrawal of the Israeli forces from Gaza and the commencement of dialogue to implement the two-state solution.. Memri

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Neo-Nazis And White Supremacists Globally Look To Artificial Intelligence To Promote Their Message, Spread Misinformation, And Aide Their Cause, January 2023-May 2024. June 20, 2024. Memri

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New Jersey middle school apologizes for teaching that the Islamic State is a terrorist organization after backlash from Muslim group. The quiz prompt asked students to select one answer that went with the description, "It is a terrorist organization that commits acts of violence, destroys cultural artifacts, and encourages loss of life in order to achieve its goal of global rule under strict Islamic Sharia law." Hannah Nightingale, June 20, 2024. The PM

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Indictment filed against ISIS-affiliated terrorist who murdered 14-year-old shepherd.

June 20, 2024.

Israeli military attorneys file an indictment against a terrorist who killed a 14-year-old boy in April, according to statements Thursday.

Benjamin Achimeir was murdered in the early morning of April 12 while he was tending his sheep in the southern West Bank, near Hebron. He was declared missing, and his body was found a day later.

According to the indictment, the terrorist planned with his accomplices to murder Jews since last year. Named as 21-year-old Ahmed Dawabshe from the village of Duma, near Hebron, his terror cell was affiliated with Islamic State, the indictment said…. i24News

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The Evisceration of Mehdi Hasan. Simon Plosker. June 20, 2024

Few tears were shed at HonestReporting in November 2023 when MSNBC announced the cancelation of long-time detractor of Israel, Mehdi Hasan’s regular show. Rather than accept his effective demotion, Hasan eventually chose to quit the network and launch his own independent media company, Zeteo.

Unfortunately, while MSNBC did very little to restrain his brand of anti-Israel agitprop, Hasan now has even more freedom to pursue his obsessive attacks on Israel through his own outlet and on social media.

So it was gratifying to see Hasan’s holier-than-thou persona brought down a peg or two when he came up against UK lawyer Natasha Hausdorff and author and political commentator Douglas Murray in a must-see Munk Debate on anti-Zionism.

Speaking in favor of the motion that anti-Zionism is antisemitism, Hausdorff and Murray beat Hasan and hateful Haaretz columnist Gideon Levy by 66% to 34%. Not only that, between the beginning of the debate and the end, support for Mehdi’s position actually dropped by 5%.

But more importantly, it was demonstrated that Hasan, the author of the book “Win Every Argument: The Art of Debating, Persuading, and Public Speaking,” actively employs lies and distortions in his efforts to win every argument.

It’s interesting to observe how Hasan, even when caught red-handed, tries to deflect. Let’s remember that he was rightly called out for factually misquoting Lord Arthur Balfour, the author of the 1917 Balfour Declaration. Natasha Hausdorff never made any judgment on Balfour’s character, which was not the issue.

That didn’t stop Hasan from reposting the below tweet quoting from a 2017 opinion piece by Palestinian American activist Yousef Munayyer that called Balfour a “white supremacist” and “antisemite.”

Making False Claims Against Your Opponent. Here’s another example of how Hasan twists the truth when he claims that Douglas Murray “advocated for the ethnic cleansing of Gaza” in The Spectator.

This is the relevant text from Murray’s Spectator article:

Rather than advocating for the ethnic cleansing of Gaza as Hasan charges, Murray speculates what Israel might do in the immediate aftermath of October 7. Unsurprisingly, Israel has not “clear[ed] all the Palestinians from that benighted strip.” And the charge that Murray is advocating ethnic cleansing when says “It could be a good time to do it”? In the context of the subsequent passage, it is clear that he is referring to the fact that Arab states care very little for the Palestinians and certainly not enough to prevent Israel from carrying out such an action (which it, in any case, hasn’t).

It’s the Audience’s Fault. And if you’ve lost the argument, then why not simply blame the voting audience?

Hasan relies on the “halo effect” to suggest that organizations such as Oxfam are beyond reproach. As it happens, there’s plenty to say about Oxfam and many other non-governmental organizations that sound like benign charities but in reality, are a major part of the global anti-Israel campaign.

So the audience, which Hasan accuses of being pro-Israel by default, are within their rights to jeer.

And maybe, just maybe, Mehdi Hasan, the audience actually got this one right. Honestreporting

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StopAntisemitism @StopAntisemites: StopAntisemitism has successfully identified the perpetrator from the June 10th NYC subway incident as Anas (Ahmad) Saleh and have been working with NYPD and NYC Mayor’s since last Friday regarding Saleh. [99] NYPD is asking if you/someone you know has been a witness to any of the incidents involving Saleh, please call CrimeStoppers 800-577-8477 Jun 20, 2024 on X

NYPD seek person involved in intimidation of Zionists on subway. By Michael Starr. Published: June 20, 2024

([100] THE MAN who told zionists to identify themselves on the subway. (photo credit: NYPD)

The June 10 incident coincided with anti-Israel protests across the city. New York Police Department detectives are seeking an individual in connection to a viral incident in which anti-Israel protesters intimidated passengers on a subway car, NYPD transit chief Michael Kemper said on Wednesday.

Police released a photo of a suspect and asked for public assistance in identifying him. StopAntisemitism and other NGOs identified the man as Anas (Ahmad) Saleh.

The June 10 incident coincided with anti-Israel protests across the city. The suspect shouted, “Raise your hands if you’re a Zionist. This is your chance to get out.”

After getting no response, one of the men shouted, “Okay, no Zionists here. We’re good.”

The incident was widely criticized by US politicians, including New York Governor Kathy Hochul, who said last Thursday that her office was in consultation with New York City Mayor Eric Adams and state lawmakers about imposing a mask ban on subways. Many participants in the incident wore masks.

Justifying bigotry. Nerdeen Kiswani, the leader of Within Our Lifetime, the primary protesting organization that day, defended the man for ordering Zionists to leave the subway car... JPost

jewhatedb: Press Release🚨 Jew Hate Database has identified Anas Saleh of Staten Island as the Jew hating Jihadi screaming "Raise your hand if you are a Zionist."

We have paid the $1000 reward and will continue to offer bounties for information on Jew haters.

We call upon the NYPD and FBI to immediately charge this man. Jews have had enough and are not safe in NYC. This man is a leader of the Jihadi organization Within Our Lifetime (WOL), which needs to be classified as a terrorist organization.

Mayor Adams, we demand you stop giving speeches about Jews and start protecting Jews. on Instagram

He is seen in many videos leading crowds of Pro-Jihad members in violent protests against Jews. Anas Saleh has previously been involved with Weill Cornell Medicine's Rhee Lab. Anas Saleh you have been officially added to the database.

jewhatedb 🚨🚨Update: Weill Cornell Medicine issued a statement condemning Jew hatred, indicating that they are fully cooperating with the NYPD investigation regarding Anas Saleh and conducting their own internal review. on Instagram

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Israel Hails Canada’s Decision to List IRGC as Terrorist Entity. By Hana Levi Julian - 14 Sivan 5784 – June 20, 2024. JewishPress

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Watch: Drone finds tunnel shaft under child’s bed in Rafah. Israel National News. Jun 20, 2024, 6:55 PM INN

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Two IDF soldiers seriously wounded in southern Gaza Strip. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/20/2024 07:13 PM JPost

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US worried: Israel's aerial defense system won't stand major Hezbollah attack. A US official said that in the event of a full-blown war, the support Israel will need most is additional air defense systems and Iron Dome replenishments, which the US would provide. Israel National News, Jun 20, 2024, 8:16 PM (GMT+3) INN

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White House unwavering in opposition to Israeli offensive operation with Lebanon. By Hannah Sarisohn. 06/20/2024 08:28 PM JPost

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'What a joy to see you'. Prime Minister Netanyahu meets hostage rescued in Op. Arnon. Israel National News. Jun 20, 2024, 8:31 PM INN

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PM Netanyahu meets rescued hostage Shlomi Ziv. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/20/2024 08:50 PM JPost

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Former hostage graduates high school. Israel National News. Jun 20, 2024, 9:10 PM INN

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Iran threatens Canada: 'We reserve the right to a proportionate and reciprocal response.' Israel National News. Jun 20, 2024, 9:53 PM INN

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Israel Air Force attacks Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/20/2024 10:21 PM JPost

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Watch: British Lawyer Natasha Hausdorff tears apart anti-Israel claims. International law expert Natasha Hausdorff defines four antisemitic libels against Israelis: Colonization, Ethnic Cleansing, Apartheid and Genocide. 'They are not 'just lies.' Call them libels.' Israel National News, Jun 20, 2024, 10:58 PM INN

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While civilian death toll in Gaza high, Israel’s war is for its very existence. Opinion: If there was ever a just war, it is bound up in Israel’s stated goal to dismantle Hamas’ military capability, a legitimate response to the wanton slaughter of more than 1,200 Israelis on October 7. Alfred H. Moses | published 06.20.24. YNet

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Heathrow security wear Palestinian flag attached to uniform After passengers bound for Israel complain they feel threatened, the five staff members are removed; Heathrow says they violated guidelines adding all those traveling through the airport must feel safe

Itamar Eichner | published: 06.21.24 . YNet

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Sen. Tom Cotton to Biden: 'You’re playing politics with our ally’s security.' Elad Benari. Jun 21, 2024, 5:38 AM Senator Tom Cotton writes letter to Biden, criticizing his administration for withholding weapons and ammunition from Israel as it continues to battle Hamas. INN

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IDF says it struck rocket launcher stationed inside Gazan ‘humanitarian zone.’ 2 reservists killed fighting in Strip * Blinken stresses Lebanon de-escalation during meet with Hanegbi, Dermer * Top US diplomat said to suggest Israel poised to attack Hezbollah. By TOI Staff. 21 June, 2024, 4:41 am TOI

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Israeli officials: 'US holding up weapons shipments risks war with Hezbollah.' Israel National News. Jun 21, 2024, 8:56 AM INN

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Two soldiers fell in combat in central Gaza.

Sergeant First Class (Res.) Omer Smadga and Sergeant First Class (Res.) Saadia Yaakov Dery fell in central Gaza. Three reservists were severely wounded.

Uzi Baruch. Jun 21, 2024, 6:07 AM INN

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Israel attacks Al Wazzani area in southern Lebanon - Arab media. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/21/2024 11:01 AM JPost

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IDF tank accidentally fires at southern Israel, vehicle hit by shrapnel. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/21/2024 01:19 PM JPost

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'Don't stop until we win': Father of fallen soldier Omer Smadga says at son's funeral. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/21/2024 04:00 PM JPost

Bereaved Father at sons funeral: 'My message to the soldiers - don't stop.' Oren Smadga, father of fallen soldier Omer Smadga, eulogized his son at the military section of the Netanya cemetery. Laly Dery's son is being laid to rest in the military section at the cemetery in Holon. Israel National News, Jun 21, 2024, 3:20 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Hamas welcomes Armenia's recognition of Palestinian statehood. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/21/2024 03:56 PM JPost

(Israeli officials: 'Antisemitism is influenced by Israel-Azerbaijan relations' Israeli officials at Munich Security. Conference made mention of the report on antisemitism, recently submitted to the government. Israel National News, Feb 19, 2024, 2:32 PM (GMT+2) INN)

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Former hostage Almog Meir Jan: 'Our army is strongest there is, I pray for the hostages.' By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/21/2024 02:09 PM JPost

'We will be a united nation' Rescued hostage Almog Meir Jan speaks out. Israel National News Jun 21, 2024, 2:19 PM INN

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Netanyahu says post-war Gaza needs inter-Arab sponsorship, deradicalization process. Netanyahu says there has to be a civil administration in the Gaza Strip sponsored by Arab countries for a deradicalization process to teach the people of Gaza a different future than the one of annihilating Israel, killing every Jew; also says clip accusing US of withholding military aid 'absolutely necessary'. Ynetnews | published:06.21.24: 14:17 YNet

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Israeli forces eliminate PIJ terrorist, other wanted person in Kalkaliya. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/21/2024 03:03 PM JPost

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Outrage as Manhattan DA Bragg’s office drops nearly all cases from Columbia University’s anti-Israel protest. By Kyle Schnitzer, Joe Marino and Carl Campanile. Published June 20, 2024, 6:30 p.m.

Nearly all the protesters charged with storming and occupying Columbia University’s campus during heated anti-Israel demonstrations won’t face criminal charges, Manhattan prosecutors announced Thursday — drawing outrage from law enforcement and Jewish advocates.

District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office dismissed cases against 31 of 46 people charged with trespassing in the Ivy League school’s Hamilton Hall after a dramatic April 30 NYPD raid rounded up protesters on the Morningside Heights campus.

Prosecutors largely cited lack of evidence, such as security video footage, that could tie the students or staff to the building takeover for leaving them free and clear without even a slap on the wrist. NY Post

Bragg faces backlash for 'unbelievable' decision. Fox News. Jun 21, 2024 . Fox News’ Chanley Painter reports on New York District Attorney Alvin Bragg dropping the charges for pro-Palestinian protesters after they were arrested at Columbia University in April. #foxnews on YouTube

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Lafayette, Louisiana Imam At Friday Sermon: 'Oh Allah, Annihilate The Jews And The Christians... Their Helpers, Kill Them One By One, Do Not Spare A Single One.' Jun 21, 2024.

In a June 21, 2024 Friday sermon at Lafayette, Louisiana, the imam said in his supplication: "Oh Allah, annihilate the Jews and the Chris… Oh Allah, annihilate the Jews and their helpers. […] kill them one by one and do not spare a single one of them." The sermon was streamed live on the Facebook page of the Islamic Center of Lafayette, which gave no indication as to the identity of the imam. However, online research suggests that the imam was Mohamad El-Saleh, whom according to news reports, represented the Islamic Center at a November 7, 2023 interfaith prayer for peace in the Middle East along with Christian and Jewish faith leaders and government officials at the Lafayette city hall. Memri

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Reuters denies reporting that Israel will attack Lebanon. By Reuters. 06/22/2024 10:51 PM JPost

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US military says it destroyed three Houthi vessels in Red Sea. By Reuters. 06/23/2024 05:34 AM JPost

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IAF strikes Hezbollah terrorists, infrastructure in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/23/2024 08:38 AM JPost

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Israel Police reiterates prohibition of Israelis entering Area A in West Bank. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/23/2024 09:50 AM ..."Entry into these areas is prohibited by law for citizens of the State of Israel and may cost human lives as has occurred in recent days," the police continued. JPost

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Hezbollah publishes video threat with Hebrew, English subtitles Israel National News. Jun 23, 2024, 9:01 AM INN

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Man throws bag of dog poop in antisemitic attack. By Michael Starr, June 23, 2023. The New York Police Department is seeking information about a man who made antisemitic comments and threw a bag of dog feces into a victim's car, NYPD Crime Stoppers announced on Saturday. The NYPD released a picture of the individual who hurled the poo bag in the south of Manhattan on June 6. Police are investigating the incident as a hate crime. JPost

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Netanyahu appoints project manager for the north. Hezki Baruch, Jun 23, 2024, 2:54 PM INN

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Antisemitic assault at Brooklyn elementary school graduation. Jewish woman, her husband, and teenage son assaulted by Arabic-speaking family at 5th-grade graduation ceremony. NYPD refuses to investigate assault as a hate crime. Gary Willig, Jun 23, 2024, 2:53 PM (GMT+3)

A Jewish woman and her husband were assaulted at a fifth-grade graduation ceremony in Brooklyn, New York, the New York Post reported.

The incident occurred at the PS 682 school in the Gravesend neighborhood.

The woman, who was identified only as Lana, told the paper that she, her husband Johan, her older son, and her parents were attending the fifth-grade graduation for the couple's 10-year-old twins.

During the graduation, one of their children's classmates walked down the aisle wearing a cap with the words 'Free Palestine' emblazoned on it and waving a Palestinian flag. After the ceremony, when the family was attempting to take a photograph together, the family of the child with the Palestinian flag tried to push them out of the way. When they protested, a man told them 'Free Palestine.'

Johan, who is not Jewish, said that this was not the time or place for such statements, at which point the other man shouted in Arabic, “Free Palestine, Gaza is Ours, Death to Israel.”

While the two men were arguing, another person came up behind Johan and struck him. He was knocked to the ground, put in a chokehold, and repeatedly struck by multiple members of the other family.

The couple's 16-year-old son attempted to help his father and was also punched in the face. Lana pulled out her phone and began filming the assault before she, too, was assaulted by another woman who pulled her hair, threw her to the floor, and screamed, "I will kill you!"

A pair of teachers intervened and pulled the Arabic-speaking family away from Lana's family.

Johan was hospitalized with injuries to his head and body. The son suffered a bloody nose, and Lana suffered a gash on her leg.

Only one of the attackers was arrested before being released on his own recognizance. The NYPD has refused to investigate the attack as a hate crime, saying that the family was not visibly Jewish. However, Lana said that she and her children's Jewish identities are well-known in the school. INN

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Red-handed: Catching the BBC pushing fake news. This time I caught the BBC red-handed. June 23, 2024.

I actually have a growing pile of BBC ‘gotcha’ articles waiting to be written. The situation is so bad these days I cannot keep up. Part of the problem has also been trying to avoid repetition. Everyone is become desensitised to news about the BBC’s conveyor belt of dodgy articles.

Then along comes something that jumps to the head of the queue. Back in November I exposed that the BBC had fabricated a story about footballers being trapped in Gaza. I not only managed to prove the entire story was absolute hogwash, I highlighted how the BBC had relied on a Hamas supporting local journalist for the fake scoop. I said at the time that if ever BBC executives are forced to stand before a panel at an inquiry – that article should be held up as exhibit A.

This latest example can be exhibit B. Inexcusable and blatant fake news being promoted by the BBC because its obsessive hack journalists are falling over themselves to demonise Israel. And even when the BBC realised the error – it still could not pull the plug entirely.

And this time I caught them red-handed. What makes this one even better? The BBC thought they had got away with it.

The BBC publish fake news

About 6am on Friday 21 June, the BBC published a story about how Gaza’s water system is broken – and how it is crippling children and making them sick: [101]

It was another in a long line of similar headlines. On the 19th it was about how Gazan children are living ‘alongside rotting rubbish and rodents’. A day before this – on the 18th, Adnan Al Bursh (a BBC Gazan correspondent currently enjoying life in Doha) wrote a story about ‘a desperate mother’s plea to feed her baby’ – and so on. The same story packaged 1000 different ways. The BBC want people to buy into the lie that a famine is taking place – so it pushes out these empty, skewed and fact-free propaganda articles like a drumbeat.

This latest article automatically set off alarm bells. Firstly, it was written by Jon Donnison. He is a veteran BBC journo with a long history of falling over himself to publish lies about Israel. Donnison was the journo who reported on the Al Alhi hospital explosion that was caused by an Islamic Jihad rocket – and he was the one who told BBC viewers that he couldn’t see it being anything else other than an Israeli airstrike. A big mistake that the BBC had to apologise for. But this journo has real form. In 2012 he even posted an image of a girl injured in the Syrian Civil War and claimed it was from Gaza. A perfect example of a BBC anti-Israel obsessive.

Red-handed with red flags – the healthy parents But the biggest red flag was the subject matter. The article contained images of healthy looking parents sitting next to extremely sick children in hospital beds. This is straight out of the Hamas propaganda playbook. These children – tragic as their situation may be – have deep underlying illnesses – which are hidden from the reader. But any fool can see the truth – parents who clearly eat well do not let their children suffer from famine – ergo, something else is at play.

Yet the BBC went for it and pushed blatant Hamas propaganda. An image of a broken child – Yunis Jumaa – next to a healthy looking mum – Ghanima Jumaa. And the BBC quoted directly from the mum informing readers that the child was in ‘excellent health before’: [102]

How can we not be swayed by this gut-wrenching, heartbreaking BBC piece? Except the entire piece is based on a lie.

Canadian CBC tells the truth. We learn a lot from how the BBC picks up its stories from this case. Donnison was handed his story by a third party. Who was the unreliable source handing out fake news? We cannot know because the BBC never tell. But we do know that just before the BBC published the story – Canadian CBC published its own- using some of the same photos. Similar sources were feeding both.

However – CBC did not pass Younis off as a healthy child – their article noted that Younis has quadriplegic spastic cerebral palsy: [103]

Liar liar, pants on fire. We can be pretty certain that if CBC had not published the story – the BBC would have continued to push its fake ‘healthy child’ version. But at some point someone at the BBC must have twigged (or was told) that incriminating evidence had been published on CBC that was exposing the BBC piece as an outright lie.

Caught red-handed. I had been working on the flaws in the original story from the beginning and was aware of the CBC piece – so I was watching this unfold. And seeing the BBC take these actions in real time is an education in itself. As soon as the BBC became aware that the core narrative of its story was fake – it should have pulled the plug. But it didn’t. That lack of professionalism speaks volumes. The BBC must have known at this point that the sources behind the story were unreliable.

I can only imagine the behind-the-scenes scrambling that took place. Eventually the BBC corrected the piece (somewhat) but importantly did not take it down. The current version can still be viewed online.

What happened next. What they did is this: There had been two children mentioned on that page – Younis first, then following with a second malnourished child (also with a healthy looking parent) Tala al-Jalat.

But now the BBC knew Younis was sick – so they demoted him to the bottom part of the page. And Tala al-Jalat was moved to the lead – because nobody could prove she had an underlying illness.

The BBC is working backwards. Rather than needing to prove a story is true – we have entered an age where the BBC will push any old lie – as long as it cannot be proven to be false.

Think this through. Tala’s father also looks healthy and so she clearly has an underlying illness too. The BBC knew the source for their story had been caught feeding them lies. They had to pull the piece but didn’t. This means that the BBC is not an outlet producing quality journalism. It isn’t even producing second-rate student journalism. This is vindictive – spiteful – ideologically driven propaganda.

A hidden admission of guilt. The BBC clearly recognised the story was flawed because they had been promoting it for six hours – it had led the Middle East index, had also appeared on the Home and World indexes, and was also on the international version of the site. The corrected version was just relegated to the archives.

Which leaves us with a burning question. If the BBC was happy with their correction, why not keep it promoted? The answer is they no longer had faith in it – and yet taking it down would be an admission the BBC was not willing to make.

Understanding these actions tells us everything we need to know about how rancid the BBC has become.

Other clues of interest There are other clues that show this was propaganda written in Gaza and blindly swallowed by an eager BBC anti-Israel journalist. Take this description of the Doctor at Nasser: [104] His name is actually Dr Ahmed Al Farra not Ahmed Al-Fari. They have spelt his name wrong. An even bigger clue swiftly follows – the BBC tells us he is head of the ‘children’s department’ in the hospital. What is a ‘Children’s Department in a hospital? In English we call it Paediatrics. There is mounting evidence that Donnison did not write any of this. This section has clearly been translated from Arabic and blindly copied. This is junk activist journalism at its worst.

And again, the CBC report gets both points right: [105]

It is time to make them face the music The BBC were peddling lies. When the BBC feared they could be found out – instead of acting professionally – they rejigged the fake news piece and left it online. Worst still – we can see there are unsourced and uncredited Gazan based hands feeding propaganda lies to the BBC – which activist journalists at the BBC happily regurgitate as their own.

These BBC journos are public funded bottom feeders who pose a real danger to British Jews. There is nothing in the UK spreading antisemitism wider and with more speed than the BBC network. And they take no responsibility for the damage they do. They know they posted lies. Within minutes other sources had copied them. Now – because they rejigged rather than retracted the piece – 100s of outlets are still pushing those original lies. The BBC clearly does not give a damn about the truth. Glad to see the Telegraph picked up some of this story too. It really is time to make the BBC face the music. David Collier

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IDF soldier severely wounded from UAV impact left surgery, in stable condition. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/23/2024 03:44 PM JPost

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IDF and Shin Bet strike terrorists using UNRWA sites as headquarters in Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/23/2024 07:26 PM JPost

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Attack in Russia: Terrorists opened fire in synagogues and churches, 9 killed including priest. Combined attack against non-Muslim houses of worship in the Dagestan region of the North Caucasus; No known Jewish or Israeli casualties; Attack comes in the wake of a host of reports from Russia in recent months about thwarting ISIS attacks against Jewish institutions. Ynet, News Agencies | updated: 06.23.24: 22:18 YNet

Dagestan, Russia. Gunmen open fire and torch synagogue Israel National News, Jun 23, 2024, 8:03 PM INN

Visegrád 24 @visegrad24: BREAKING: Coordinated Islamist terror attacks in Dagestan, Russia. Bearded gunmen dressed in black have attacked a synagogue and a church. At least 6 people k*lled. Jun 23, 2024 On X

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Paris: Jewish teens verbally and physically assaulted. Tziki Brandwein. Jun 23, 2024, 8:48 PM. INN

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Rabbi of Bal Harbour: 10/7, the day every Jew woke up to the reality that they're a Jew. Yoni Kempinski. Jun 23, 2024, 9:04 PM INN

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Poll: 10 seats to Ben-Gvir, five to Smotrich. Israel National News. Jun 23, 2024, 9:28 PM INN

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IDF fighter jets strike Hezbollah terror structures and observation posts in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/23/2024 09:28 PM JPost

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Anti-tank missile lightly wounds two, helicopter evacuates injured to Rambam Medical Center. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/23/2024 09:42 PM JPost

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Netanyahu: Jewish civilian presence in Gaza: 'Not realistic.' Israel National News. Jun 23, 2024, 9:53 PM INN

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Arms shipments from the US decreased by 50%. In the first months of the war, about 240 arms shipments were transferred from the US, recently the number dropped to 120. Israel National News. Jun 23, 2024, 9:07 PM INN

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Watch drones from Lebanon get shot out of the sky: 'It's going down, here's another one. IDF soldier seriously injured in drone attack; swarm of drones attacks IDF base in Ayelet Hashachar; drone intercepted near Ragael munitions factory. Yoav Zitun, Yair Kraus, Lior Ben Ari | published: 06.23.24 : 21:23 YNet

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Uproar after report of the weapons cache in Beirut airport. The British Telegraph unveiled a series of images showing that Beirut-Rafic Al Hariri International Airport has been steadily stockpiling munitions for Hezbollah, overlooking any potential threats to Beirut's civilian population; Lebanon denies the report and invited journalists and ambassadors for a tour. Lior Ben Ari, AFP | published: 06.23.24: 21:37 YNet

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Netanyahu says intense fighting against Hamas is ending but war to continue. Reuters | 06.23.24: 22:26. YNet

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US officials hopeful Gallant meeting will soften Netanyahu's rebuke of Biden. After prime minister doubled down on his criticism of the White House, US officials made it clear they won't respond to every statement he makes, but have expressed hope that their meeting with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant will prove fruitful and take the sting out of Netanyahu's dissatisfaction. Itamar Eichner | published: 06.23.24: 22:52 YNet

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Oct. 7 survivors sue UNRWA. Mike Wagenheim The U.N. Agency has participated in a fraud and corruption scheme to benefit Hamas going back over a decade, according to a lawsuit filed in New York by over 100 victims of the terror group’s Oct. 7 massacre. (January 24, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Netanyahu: IDF moving north as intense Rafah fight ‘about to end.’ Yaakov Lappin. (January 24, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Pro-Hamas mob attacks Jews outside LA shul. Miri Weissman. (June 24, 2024 / Israel Hayom) A Pro-Hamas mob on Sunday attacked pro-Israel Jews outside the Adas Torah synagogue in the Pico-Robertson area in western Los Angeles. Los Angeles Police officer Tony Im said that the riot was initiated by pro-Palestinian protesters, who were met with opposition from demonstrators waving Israeli flags. JNS

Chaotic scenes. Anti-Israel protesters surround synagogue in Los Angeles. Yitz Goldberg. Jun 24, 2024, 7:29 AM INN

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‘Antisemitic and un-American.’ Biden condemns violence outside Los Angeles synagogue. Israel National News, Jun 25, 2024, 4:10 AM INN

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IDF chief: We are about to finish off Hamas in Rafah. By Yonah Jeremy Bob. 06/24/2024 06:14 PM JPost

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Netanyahu: Iran is working on all front to destroy Israel. By Tovah Lazaroff. 06/24/2024 06:37 PM JPost

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Netanyahu says ‘committed’ to Biden-endorsed hostage deal. Prime minister in Knesset speech walks back on his comment that was willing to accept a partial deal for some of the hostages; insists government willing to cooperate Moran Azulay, Itamar Eichner | 06.24.24 | 19:27 YNet

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Paris hotel refuses Israelis’ reservation, throws them and small child out. Receptionist tells Mahmoud Omri he will not get a room despite having a reservation; ‘You Israelis think you are kings of the world; he says before casting them out in the middle of the night. Tamar Sebok, Paris | 06.24.24: 23:00

The Novotel Porte de Versailles hotel in Paris refused to honor a reservation for a room made by an Israeli couple and cast them and their three-year-old child out on the street in the middle of the night, the French La Parisien newspaper reported on Monday. The couple complained with the police and Accor, the hotel’s parent company launched an internal investigation. YNet

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Israelis demand buffer zones for homes near West Bank border. Raanan Ben-Zur | 06.24.24 : 23:16 YNet

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Friends of hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin protest outside US Consulate in Jerusalem. By Shlomi Heller, 06/24/2024 11:32 PM JPost

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Erdan blasts UN chief: He is an accomplice to terror and should resign today! Israel’s Ambassador to the UN blasts UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who insisted that claims he has never condemned Hamas were “misinformation”. Elad Benari, Jun 25, 2024, 6:25 AM [/news/392068 INN

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Gaza reports: Sister of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed. Israel National News, Jun 25, 2024, 8:26 AM INN

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In northern Gaza: Terrorists who took part in massacre, held hostages, eliminated. Uzi Baruch. Jun 25, 2024, 12:04 PM INN

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Bereaved father to Netanyahu: The people are in favor of finishing the job. Israel National News, Jun 25, 2024, 9:38 INN

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Trump calls to watch film on Hamas atrocities. Itzik Brendwin. Jun 25, 2024, 10:00 AM Donald Trump called on his followers to watch a film dealing with the sexual crimes of Hamas on October 7: ‘The film graphically depicts the death and destruction that Hamas brought.’ INN

‘Difficult to watch’: Donald Trump urges people to watch October 7 film By Jerusalem Post Staff. Published: June 25, 2024.

Trump wrote that the documentary was ‘incredibly difficult to watch because, sadly, it graphically portrays the death and destruction that Hamas has unleashed.’ Former US President Donald Trump urged people to watch the film Screams Before Silence [106] ([107]) by Sheryl Sandberg, which documents Hamas’s sexual violence on October 7, in a post on his social network Truth Social on Tuesday morning.

Trump wrote that the documentary was “...incredibly difficult to watch because, sadly, it graphically portrays the Death and Destruction that Hamas has unleashed.” JPost

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Watch images of synagogue destroyed Dagestan terror attack.

Russian media releases photos of burnt-out structure after terror attack targets Jewish and Christian houses of worship, killing at least 20 in predominately Muslim republic .

Itamar Eichner | published: 06.25.24 : 13:53 YNet

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Israeli education minister calls to draft 3,000 haredim to IDF immediately. By Yonah Jeremy Bob, 06/25/2024 01:53 JPost

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Global Powers denounce Iran’s nuclear ambitions at UN meeting. By The Media Line Staff. 06/25/2024 03:05 PM JPost

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More on the anti-Israel club at Wikipedia working for years in cahoots (such as Hamas-nick Nableezy, the bigot Nishidani), shielded by a prolific adminstrator.

Not including the other club: ‘Ivana and Samer_BHH, the two people who praised Wikipedia editors’ handling of the ADL, are active members of “Tech for Palestine.’ [108]

Wikipedia “palestine” Islamist editor ‘[109] ‘Iskandar323’ behind push to [110] ban ADL, defending al Jazeera. On June 19, 2024 he argued: “On Nuseirat, why are we trusting the NYT over AJ?” [111] at EoZ

‘Concern, dismay’ by Wikipedia attack on ADL, 43 Jewish groups tell Wikimedia Foundation. “Fundamentally, Wikipedia is stripping the Jewish community of the right to defend itself from the hatred that targets our community,” the groups wrote. JNS

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J’lem-based Hamas terrorist behind plot to kill Ben-Gvir gets 14-year jail term. (June 25, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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AJC: United Nations drawing ‘false equivalence’ between Hezbollah, Israel. (June 25, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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‘Iranian destabilization plot.’ Jordanian authorities find explosives in Amman. Israel National News Jun 25, 2024, 4:07 PM INN

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IAF jets strike Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/25/2024 5:03 PM JPost

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Israel eyes use of Musk’s Starlink in event of war with Hezbollah, Calcalist reports. By Reuters. 06/25/2024 05:16 PM JPost

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Gallant tells Blinken Israel prefers diplomatic solution to Hezbollah conflict, State Dept. says. By Reuters. 06/25/2024 08:43 PM JPost

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Hamas fires at UNICEF mission for reuniting children with parents in Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. Published: June 25, 2024 22:27 Earlier Tuesday, a UNICEF humanitarian aid convoy was coordinated with the IDF and COGAT to reunite children from northern Gaza with their families in the south, COGAT announced. JPost

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X · VoteLewko: Sydney University has well and truly surrendered. My piece for @watchjewishnews. [pic.twitter.com/s3X4uRBOuK] — Daniel (@VoteLewko) June 25, 2024. on X Australian Jewish Association X · AustralianJA. on X

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What I Saw at a Terrorist Rally Outside a Synagogue. “Billions of us will come and kill you.” [112] June 25, 2024 by Daniel Greenfield. Thirty minutes after Hamas supporters first set up their operation outside a Los Angeles synagogue, they maced their first Jew. And the Los Angeles police did nothing.

Not until an hour into the terrorist rally outside a synagogue, did the LAPD finally step in, pushing back masked Jihad supporters in keffiyeh terror scarves from the entrance of Congregation Adas Torah (Congregation of the Bible) which they had occupied.

And then the mob, chanting calls for “intifada” and the destruction of Israel, moved outward to target two smaller synagogues attended by Persian Jewish refugees from Islamic terror in Iran.

“Billions of us will come and kill you,” a heavily accented Middle Eastern man in a keffiyeh unprompted rasped at me as I walked up. Only dozens had actually shown up, but they made up for it with bullhorns, robotic chants, and assaults in the middle of a Jewish neighborhood.

The Jewish counterprotesters had come waving American and Israeli flags while the other side was a sea of terrorist flags. A man wore an Antifa cap, another had come in ski goggles during 90-degree heat, while others toted bear spray, metal bottles, and other implements of violence.

The Jewish community members included older men and women, as well as families, while the Hamas contingent was mostly young and many were masked. A pair of rabbis led a melodic song that could hardly be heard over the harsh clatter of the hateful terror chants.

Despite knowing that a terrorist rally was planned outside a synagogue, the LAPD had allowed the terrorist supporters to take over the entire sidewalk leaving only a thin lane for attendees to walk through to get inside. The LAPD did little to interfere with the terrorist supporters, but did block Jewish counterprotesters from reaching their own synagogue. The police also did nothing as clumps of masked Hamas supporters broke away from the synagogue and began confronting, threatening, and attacking Jewish community members on the street.

LAPD officers did not stir as confrontations escalated into assaults, shoving into mace and bear spray. Jewish community members rushed to provide water bottles to the affected. Only after several such incidents did the LAPD finally bring in reinforcements and push the Hamas supporters away from the synagogue entrance (dispersing them to harass and threaten two other synagogues) while also clearing Jewish families away from the other side of the street who had been peacefully waving flags near a children’s school.

The terrorist hate rally spread outside three synagogues, Congregation Adas Torah, Chabad Persian Youth, and Congregation Ateret Israel (Glory of Israel), and the confrontations in the center of the street continued. There were running battles along the large commercial street with violent assaults outside a Kosher luncheonette and running battles down a residential street in the Jewish neighborhood.

The terrorist hate rally was not an aberration, It’s become the new normal.

On Thursday, Hamas supporters showed up at Congregation Shaarey Zedek (Gates of Righteousness) in the San Fernando Valley formerly attended by Ben Shapiro, yelling abuse at parents taking their children to school. Other Jewish schools have been similarly targeted.

Beginning with the assault on the Museum of Tolerance when it was screening a documentary on the Oct 7 massacre to the violence at UCLA, it has played out this way for 8 months.

The LAPD has consistently failed to secure protest zones, to separate different groups of protesters and to prevent violence, and only steps in when it escalates past a set point. That point usually comes when the Jewish counterprotesters start fighting back. And then the LAPD begins arresting both sides while politicians, including Mayor Bass, deplore the violence.

Media accounts, especially from the Los Angeles Times, CNN and the JTA, falsely characterize the violence as coming from the Jewish counterprotesters rather than the terrorist supporters.

I had previously heard first person accounts from people who were assaulted while the police and security at UCLA did nothing, but now I saw it for myself. And after 8 months of the same thing, it’s hard to believe that it’s simple incompetence or that a major urban police force has no idea how to handle the same kind of protests and is incapable of figuring out how to do so.

Especially when it’s been standard procedure by other urban police forces.

The LAPD is clearly aware of the potential for violence because it sends out offices in riot gear. But rather than engaging in proactive policing to prevent violence, they stand passively and wait for orders from higher up before taking any action. This is not normal policing during protests and counterprotests when the standard doctrine is for police to set up barriers and stand between groups of protesters before they bring out the riot gear. But the LAPD brings out the riot gear, allows the radicals free rein and waits as long as possible before taking any action.

Why is this happening? I previously reported that Mayon Karen Bass is a close political ally of BLM LA boss Melina Abdullah, who has backed the pro-terrorist campaign against Jews. When Jews were attacked at UCLA, Democrat members of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors passed a motion to fund legal support for the terrorist supporters. The resolution to use taxpayer money to fund legal defenses for antisemites was put forward by Supervisor Lindsey Horvath who ‘represents’ CD3 where the synagogue hate riot was taking place. After all the antisemitic violence at UCLA, the only one facing serious charges is a Jewish student.

The Democrat leadership of Los Angeles does not stand with the Jewish communities being targeted by hate, but with the antisemitic mobs surrounding synagogues.

Behind the masks, keffiyehs and the terrorist flags is the new Democratic Party. FPM

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London high school students told ‘Get out of the city, Jew!’ and assaulted. By Tziki Brandwine, June 26, 2024.

The British Transport Police have begun investigating the incident where several students at the Hasmonean High School for Boys in London were attacked at Belsize Park underground and are treating it as a hate crime.

A mother of one of the victims spoke to the Jewish News, saying: “They chased my son and kicked one of his friends to the ground. They were trying to push another kid onto the tracks. They got him as far as the yellow line.

“I’m not sure how he managed to get away. My son ran a few steps up to try and get help. They ran after him, he was elbowed in the cheek and he hit his head against the wall.”

“My son couldn’t sleep last night. He said they shouted, ‘Get out of the city Jew!’ It’s not fair. Why do they do this to us’.”… INN

Hasmonean pupils told ‘Get out of the city, Jew!’ and assaulted. The alleged attackers are believed to be children from another school. By Felix Pope, June 25, 2024. ...Several Hasmonean High School for Boys pupils were attacked at Belsize Park underground in an incident the police are treating as a hate crime.

At around 4pm on Monday officers were called to the tube station over reports that Jewish children had been assaulted.

The Community Security Trust said that while no one was seriously injured, the incident was, “a threatening and distressing incident for those involved and a further example of the unacceptable levels of antisemitism in our country.”

Speaking to the Jewish News, a mother of one of the victims said: “They ran ahead of my son and kicked one of his friends to the ground. They were trying to push another kid onto the tracks. They got him as far the yellow line.

"I’m not sure how he managed to get away. My son ran a few steps up to try and get help. They ran after him, he was elbowed in the cheek and he hit his head against the wall.

"They dislodged a tooth and shouted ‘Get out of the city Jew!'”

The mother added: “The child who was being pushed was being taunted all the way from school and on the way to the tube.

"They followed him. My son is very shaken. He couldn’t sleep last night. He said ‘It’s not fair. Why do they do this to us’.

“I feel that encapsulates what antisemitism feels like. Why? What have we done?”... The CST recorded 4,103 antisemitic incidents in Britain in 2023 compared to just 1,662 the year before.

Following the October 7 attack, the charity’s director of policy, Dave Rich, said: "Normally it's a great city to be Jewish, but right now a lot of Jewish Londoners are not feeling that way." TheJC

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Dagestan political elite to be vetted for links to radical Islam after synagogue, church shootings. Reuters, June 25, 2024.

The Kremlin-backed head of Dagestan on Tuesday ordered background checks to be carried out on the Russian republic’s political elite to make sure nobody had links to radical Islam after a weekend attack on synagogues and churches in which 21 people were killed.

Sergei Melikov, the governor of the majority-Muslim southern region where gunmen attacked churches and synagogues on Sunday evening, said he was also opposed to local women wearing a niqab face veil after reports that one of the gunmen had planned to escape in a niqab disguised as a woman.

The attack, at least the third serious incident inside Russia this year linked to Islamist terrorists, is a headache for President Vladimir Putin, who says the country needs to focus its resources on winning the war in Ukraine, something Moscow calls a special military operation.

“I’ve given an order for the personal affairs of all those who occupy leadership posts in Dagestan to be studied and checked, including deputies of the people’s assembly (local parliament). We’ll do it in several stages,” Melikov told lawmakers.

Melikov’s decision reflects fears that Dagestan’s political elite has been infiltrated by radical Islamists after two of the gunmen were identified as sons of a local official, another as having a past affiliation with a pro-Kremlin party, and another gunman identified as the relative of a former senior official.

Former Kremlin adviser Sergei Markov has alleged that the attack had shown that Dagestan’s elite had been “infected” by radical Islam…. YNet

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PA: An Arab who supports Israel has a “mental disorder”; a Jew who hates Israel represents truth. Itamar Marcus and Ephraim D. Tepler | Jun 25, 2024. According to the PA, when an Israeli Arab is an outspoken supporter of Israel, he has a “mental disorder.” When a Jew is an outspoken anti-Zionist, she represents a Jewish voice for “freedom and life.”

This was made apparent in two recent interviews broadcast on official PA TV. PalWatch

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CAIR Backs Antisemitic Protest at L.A. Synagogue; Blasts Mayor Karen Bass Joel B. Pollak, 26 Jun 2024 [113]

The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) “condemn[ed]” Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Wednesday for speaking out (belatedly) against an antisemitic protest at a synagogue on Sunday, saying the protest was legitimate.

As Breitbart News reported, a mob of pro-Palestinian activists targeted the Adas Torah synagogue in the Jewish neighborhood of Pico-Robertson, blocking the entrance to bar access to an event about buying real estate in Israel Breitbart

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Anti-Israel activist who took over NY subway car turns himself in. Activist who chanted "Raise your hands if you're a Zionist! This is your chance to get out!" on subway car turns himself in. The activist had not covered his face like other protesters had. Gary Willig, Jun 26, 2024, 5:41 PM (GMT+3)

One of the anti-Israel protestors who took over a New York City subway car two weeks ago and led chants demanding to know if there were any Zionists on board has turned himself in to the police, the New York Post reported.

Anas Saleh faces charges of coercion after video surfaced of himself and other activists in the subway car chanting, "Raise your hands if you're a Zionist! This is your chance to get out!"

Unlike many of the other protesters, Saleh did not cover his face and merely wore sunglasses. As a result, his face was put on a wanted poster.

The StopAntisemitism wrote on X following Saleh's arrest that "all eyes on Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg," who has been criticized for refusing to prosecute anti-Israel activists who violently took over a building at Columbia University and held a janitor hostage. INN

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Iraqi terror group claims responsibility for hostile aircraft intrusion in Eilat on Tuesday night. By Jerusalem Post Staff, Yanir Yagna 06/26/2024 03:50 AM JPost

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After abrupt cancellation: Israel and US agree to reconvene joint meeting on Iran Israel National News, Jun 26, 2024, 4:10 AM INN

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Canada sanctions Hamas supporters Israel National News, Jun 26, 2024, 5:49 AM INN

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Israel critic Jamaal Bowman loses New York primary. New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman projected to lose his Democratic primary to George Latimer, in a defeat for “The Squad”. Israel National News, Jun 26, 2024, 5:31 AM INN

US congressman Jamaal Bowman, who accused Israel of genocide[sic], loses in NY primaries. The victory of George Latimer, a pro-Israel centrist, has highlighted the party’s deep divisions over the war in Gaza , and removed one of Israel’s most outspoken critics AP | published:06.26.24: 06:19 YNet

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‘Right now the Jewish community in the US is not safe.’

Combat Antisemitism Movement senior advisor Gabriel Groisman speaks to Arutz Sheva about his work with local government to combat antisemitism and his demands from the US government.

Yoni Kempinski, Jun 26, 2024, 1:09 AM INN

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Israel’s IDF arrests multiple terror suspects in the West Bank. By Amir Bohbot. 06/26/2024 06:21 AM JPost

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Herzog in north: ‘World shouldn’t be surprised by war with Hezbollah.’ Israel National News. Jun 26, 2024, 6:20 PM INN

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Terrorist & therapist | ‘Pictures prove: MSF therapist was Islamic Jihad terrorist.’ IDF Spokesman Avichay Adraee published photos of Doctors Without Border physical therapist Fadi Al-Wadiya in military fatigues with other terrorists and revealed he planned to undergo training in Iran. Israel National News, Jun 26, 2024, 11:03 PM (GMT+3)

IDF Arabic Language Spokesman Avichay Adraee revealed pictures proving that Doctors Without Borders (MSF) physical therapist Fadi Jihad Muhammad Al-Wadiya, who was eliminated in an airstrike on Tuesday, was indeed a terrorist, in contrast to claims by Doctors Without Borders... INN

IDF: Slain Gazan named as Doctors Without Borders staffer was Islamic Jihad rocket maker. Military says Fadi al-Wadiya was electronics and chemistry expert in terror group; MSF issues a denial, leading IDF to release photo of him in PIJ uniform. By Emanuel Fabian. 26 June 2024, 10:29 am TOI

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Hezbollah fires five anti-tank missiles at Metulla in last hour. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/26/2024 06:05 PM JPost

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Biden administration confirm arms to Israel will continue. By Hannah Sarisohn. 06/26/2024 06:10 PM JPost

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Homefront Command: The terrorist infiltration incident has ended. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/26/2024 10:38 PM JPost

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House Speaker to Biden. ‘Your actions against Israel are making hostage release harder.’

House Speaker Mike Johnson writes letter to President Joe Biden, says his undermining of Israel is making it more difficult to bring about the release of the remaining American hostages being held by Hamas.

Israel National News. Jun 27, 2024, 1:21 AM INN

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Hezbollah shells north with 40 rockets after operative killed in IDF drone strike. US intel reportedly expects war in north in next few weeks if Gaza ceasefire not reached; no injuries in terror group’s attacks. By Emanuel Fabian. 27 June 2024, 10:47 pm TOI

Hezbollah Launches Massive Rocket Barrage at Tzfat. By Hana Levi Julian - 22 Sivan 5784 – June 27, 2024. JewishPress

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House Overwhelmingly Approves Amendment That Bars State Department From Citing Gaza Ministry of Health’s Death Toll. The amendment was supported by more than 60 members of the Democratic caucus. Matthew Rice, June 27, 2024. NYSun

House Votes to Bar State Department from Citing Hamas Casualty Figures. By Andrew Bernard - 22 Sivan 5784 – June 28, 2024. (JNS) The U.S. House of Representatives passed an amendment to the annual U.S. State Department appropriations bill on Thursday that would bar the department from citing casualty figures from the Hamas-controlled Gaza Health Ministry. ...“The Gaza Ministry of Health is the Hamas Ministry of Health,” Moskowitz said. “It is Hamas’s goal to sell propaganda to the American people, to sell propaganda to the world.” “Hamas is not a credible source,” he added. “Since when is Hamas credible?” U.S. President Joe Biden and administration officials have repeatedly cited Hamas’s casualty statistics in congressional testimony and press briefings, and Biden cited them in a State of the Union. JewishPress

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The Arab Bithonist [security hawk] Ali Kashkosh ([114]) admits: "among the Israeli Arabs there are quite a few who admire Sinwar and want to join him." Ali Kashkosh tells Yitzhak Zaga that the Israeli Arabs are sitting on the fence and watching what is happening, some of them are waiting for a weak point to join Sinwar and attack Israel from the inside.

Tov news staff. 22 Sivan 5784. | 06/28/2024. Tov News

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House Dem To Speak at Anti-Israel Conference With Holocaust Denier and Ex-Hamas Member. By Chuck Ross, June 28, 2024.

Rep. André Carson (D., Ind.) will speak at the annual convention of an Islamic group linked to Hamas, along with one imam convicted in Israel of serving in terrorist groups and another who has denied the Holocaust, praised Adolf Hitler, and more recently said he doesn’t care about the October 7 attack.

Carson, a member of the House Intelligence Committee, is slated to speak at the Islamic Society of North America’s convention in Dallas on a Sept. 1 panel with Mehdi Hasan, a journalist formerly with MSNBC and the Qatar-funded network Al Jazeera.

Many of Carson’s fellow speakers at the events have preached anti-Israel rhetoric for years. Yasir Qadhi, who will appear on a panel with Hasan and socialist presidential candidate Cornel West, once claimed that “Hitler never intended to mass-destroy the Jews” and has called the Holocaust a “hoax.” He expressed ambivalence about the October 7 attack at a campus rally last month, telling students, “I don’t care about that one particular day.”

Mohammad Qatanani, who will speak on the panel “Standing in Solidarity with the Victims in Gaza & Palestine,” reportedly faced deportation proceedings in the United States for failing to disclose that an Israeli court convicted him for providing material support to Hamas, “as well as his membership in the terror organization,” according to Canary Mission.

The imams’ appearance at the conference is perhaps no surprise given the Islamic Society of North America’s longstanding ties to Hamas. Federal prosecutors in a 2007 terrorism finance investigation labeled the organization an “unindicted co-conspirator” of Hamas…. FreeBeacon

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Harvard Slammed for ‘False Equivalencies’ in Antisemitism Report Alongside ‘Anti-Muslim’ Report.

By Joel B. Pollak, June 27, 2024.

Harvard University is being criticized for the preliminary recommendations of its antisemitism task force, which were released Monday alongside recommendations from a task force on Anti-Muslim bias, creating what critics call a “false equivalence.”

The task forces were established after a pattern of pervasive antisemitism on campus became clear in the aftermath of the October 7 terror attacks by Hamas against Israel. Student groups blamed Israel for the terror; pro-Palestinian activists set up an “encampment” that disrupted student life and intimidated Jewish students; and faculty and staff, including former president Claudine Gay, either acted too slowly or actually endorsed antisemitic rhetoric on campus.

After the two reports were released, with the report on “anti-Muslim and anti-Arab” bias clearly intended to appease those who claim that antisemitism is used to deflect criticism of Israel, critics repeated their dissatisfaction with the university administration…. Breitbart

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Swastikas painted in front of Baltimore Jewish home. June 28, 2024. JPost

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'Ferocious’ [sic] Israel, ‘Rabidly Partisan’ Adelson. by Ira Stoll, June 28, 2024.

For a telltale indicator of New York Times bias, keep an eye on the adjectives and adverbs.

Two recent front-page Times articles offer examples of this particular problem skewing the coverage.

A Times article purporting to show how Israelis “feel little sympathy” for Gazans suffering includes the line, “Michael Zigdon, who operates a small food shack in Netivot’s rundown market and had employed two men from Gaza until the attack, expressed little sympathy for Gazans, who have endured a ferocious Israeli military onslaught for the past eight months.” The “ferocious” adjective gets hurled by the Times a second time in the same article, which goes on, in case any reader failed to absorb the point the first time, to say that “the death toll in Gaza has spiraled to at least 37,000 since Israel began its ferocious offensive.”

The Israeli self-defense operation gets described by the Times as “ferocious,” [“a ferocious Israeli military onslaught”] while the Hamas attack of Oct. 7 earns no such label. My Webster’s Second defines ferocious as “having or exhibiting ferocity, cruelty, savagery, etc; violently cruel.” Ferocity is defined as coming from the Latin root ferus, meaning wild, “as the ferocity of barbarians.”

That qualifies as slander of Israel, opinion masquerading as New York Times news writing. If the Times news writers and editors want to accuse Israel of waging barbaric, savage, wild, violently cruel warfare against Gazans, they are welcome to make a factual case for that. I think they’d have a hard time of it, given all the evidence about the care that Israel has used to limit noncombatant casualties. But making the accusation in a backhanded, backdoor way by sprinkling tendentious adjectives into news articles is a kind of deception so subtle that a lot of Times readers might not even notice it. Algemeiner

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Hamas’s Mashaal: Gaza is destroyed, but this is part of ‘march toward liberation.’ By Lazar Berman. 27 June 2024, 3:14 pm TOI

Billionaire Hamas Official: Gaza Is ‘Destroyed,’ but That Is a Step ‘Toward Liberation.’

Joel B. Pollak, 27 Jun 2024.

Senior Hamas official Khaled Meshaal told Sky News on Thursday that Gaza had been “destroyed” as a result of the war Hamas began on October 7, but that the destruction was “part of the “march of our people toward liberation.”

The Times of Israel reported:

In an interview with Sky News Arabic today, Mashaal acknowledges the damage wrought to the territory in the aftermath of the October 7 attack. “Gaza is now destroyed,” he says. “Every fair-minded person sees that this is absolutely true.”

However, he says, this is all part of the “march of our people toward liberation.”

Meshaal was once the leader of Hamas’s political bureau, and is reported to have built a net worth of some $4 billion in comfortable exile in Doha, Qatar. Breitbart

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South Lebanon residents flee amid IDF-Hezbollah skirmishes; 'Our beloved village looks like a ghost town.' Constant skirmishes between Israel and the Iranian proxy have created a de facto 'dead zone', The Financial Times has reported, causing residents of southern Lebanon to flee the fighting, just as their northern Israeli neighbors have ynet correspondents | published:06.27.24 | 10:12 YNet

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SPECIAL REPORT: The peace campaigner who came to kill. Richard Ferrer reveals for the first time the full story of the Gazan who, after partnering with an Israeli on a peace project, arrived at her kibbutz on 7 October to murder her. By Richard Ferrer in Kfar Aza. June 27, 2024, 1:09 pm ...We didn’t discuss politics,” Batia tells me as we walk along the Gaza barrier fence on the outskirts of Kibbutz Kfar Aza, where Machmud – who told her he was a 28-year-old photographer from the Gazan town of Shuja’iyya – was one of 300 Hamas terrorists who breached the border on the morning of October 7 and entered her kibbutz.

The 71-year-old, who has lived on the kibbutz for more than 50 years, has dedicated her life to coexistence. The idea of collaborating with a Palestinian across the border, someone who experienced the same sights and sounds yet lived a vastly different reality, deeply resonated with her sense of purpose.

“Machmud and I wanted to show the world that, despite the circumstances in which we live, we share the same hope for a brighter future. That despite the obstacles, most people on both sides of the fence just want to live in peace.” JewishNews

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IDF strikes in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/27/2024 12:01 AM JPost

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IDF attacks terrorists based in a school in Khan Yunis. By Jerusalem Post Staff, June 27, 2024.

The IDF attacked terrorists who were in a school complex in Khan Younis, which served as a command center for Hamas terrorists, the IDF announced Thursday.

Israel Air Force fighter jets, directed by the Southern Command, attacked terrorists who were in the "Al-Hasana" school complex in the Khan Younis area. Hamas terrorists planned, directed, and executed numerous terrorist operations while based at the school.

According to the IDF, the attack used precise ammunition, and several efforts were made to avoid, as much as possible, harming uninvolved civilians. JPost

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IDF officer killed in Jenin anti-terror op 'jumped from the vehicle to aid wounded', parents say. Erwin and Doria, parents of Alon Sacgiu, say he told them it was a routine West Bank operation; Initial investigation reveals that Alon and another officer jumped from their vehicle like heroes to aid the wounded hit by an explosive device buried in the ground Eitan Glickman | published:06.27.24| 08:13 YNet

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Victim of LA synagogue attack says mayor refused to meet him. Gary Willig, Jun 27, 2024, 3:28 PM INN

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US joins countries telling citizens not to visit Lebanon, amid push to avert war. By TOI Staff. Wrapping up DC trip amid diplomatic efforts to prevent all-out war, Gallant says Israel could send Lebanon to ‘back to the Stone Age’ but doesn’t want escalation with Hezbollah. 27 June, 2024, 4:26 pm. TOI

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GOP lawmaker demands Biden administration close Gaza aid pier. By Reuters 27 June, 2024, 5:24 pm. TOI

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Trump calls Biden ‘a bad Palestinian’ as president’s halting debate showing rattles Dems. After US leader says Netanyahu backs ceasefire proposal laid out last month, predecessor claims Israel wants to continue the war and that it should be allowed to 'finish the job.' By JTA, Jacob Magid, and Agencies. TOI

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Following heavy Hezbollah barrage, power outages reported in Safed. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/27/2024 08:09 PM. JPost

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Israel transports 68 sick, injured children from Gaza for medical treatment. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/27/2024 09:06 PM JPost

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Shirion Collective · Jun 27 · @ShirionOrg: 🚨 BREAKING: Pro-Palestine Mob Targets Synagogue in Manchester.

⚠️ WATCH: A Lone Woman Stands Up to Hate-Fueled Mob

📰 A group of around 30 Palestinian protestors targeted the Hale & District Hebrew Congregation in Hale Barns, Manchester, disrupting the area.

The sociopathic… Embedded video Es. Cohen🇮🇱🇺🇸 אסתר @EstherC60256853 @MarinaMedvin: That’s why they don’t show their faces [115] June 27, 2024 on X

Steven Barrett @SBarrettBar: Targetting a Synagogue is racist hate.

Why are we allowing this? June 27, 2024. on X

Gary S. Lesser @GarySLesserEsq: "Why don’t you show your faces if you're so brave." Kudos to her. These pro-Hamas protestors continue to target synagogues and other Jewish targets with impunity.

Its pure anti-Semitism. We must call it out and respond every time. on X

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Israel Defense Forces @IDF: 1 in 6 Hezbollah launches hit Lebanese civilian areas; Hezbollah endangered Lebanese civilians while attempting to attack Israelis. [116] The world must wake up and see Hezbollah for what it is—a danger to all. 9:02 AM · Jun 27, 2024 on X

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Mossad Commentary @MOSSADil: ⚠️ Gaza: 3 Hamas terrorists who disguised themselves as the rescue team in Gaza were killed minutes ago in the Nusairat camp.

12:58 PM · Jun 27, 2024 on X

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US readies plans to evacuate its citizens from Lebanon if situation escalates - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/27/2024 11:51 PM JPost

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IDF soldiers find Hamas version of Chutes and Ladders and weapons in Rafah operation. Nahal Brigade soldiers located a terrorist's version of the famous children's game which depicts attacks on Israeli cities as well as a weapons depot published: 06.28.24| 11:17 YNet

Hen Mazzig @HenMazzig: Rafah: The IDF discovered today a box of 'Snakes and Ladders' alongside weapons in civilian homes, depicting Israeli cities as targets for attacks. This vile Palestinian child abuse destroys innocence and breeds hate. [117] We must end this barbaric indoctrination of children. 5:07 AM · Jun 28, 2024 on X

Uncovered in Gaza: Weapons & a ‘board game’ with target cities for terrorist attacks. Israel National News, Jun 28, 2024, 2:32 PM INN

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IDF announces name of fallen soldier. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/28/2024 06:01 AM JPost

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IDF strikes Hezbollah military structures in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/28/2024 08:42 AM JPost

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Foreign Minister Katz invited by US Secretary of State Blinken to NATO summit in US. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/28/2024 12:57 PM JPost

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Turkey's Erdogan does not rule out meeting Syria's Assad to restore ties. By Reuters. 06/28/2024 03:59 PM JPost

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Jordanian Foreign Ministry issues travel warning for Lebanon. By Anna Barsky. 06/28/2024 04:28 PM JPost

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Fire breaks out in West Bank IDF base, fire crews, planes battle the flames. By Jerusalem Post Staff 06/28/2024 04:42 PM JPost

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German foreign minister urges Iran to help stop Middle East escalation. By Reuters. 06/28/2024 05:47 PM JPost

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Blinken meets with UN officials to discuss Gaza reconstruction, humanitarian aid. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/28/2024 07:41 PM JPost

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Iran installs four of eight new centrifuges planned at Fordow, IAEA report says. By Reuters. 06/28/2024 08:02 PM JPost

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Pentagon denies plans to evacuate US citizens, military personnel from Lebanon. By Hannah Sarisohn. 06/28/2024 08:34 PM JPost

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IDF eliminates Hezbollah operative in southern Lebanon - report. By Maariv. 06/28/2024 11:21 PM JPost

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Like sadistic Nazis: Secret Hamas papers reveal step-by-step action plan for Oct. 7 Uncovered documents and eyewitness accounts obtained by Israel Hayom and Bild reveal the chilling extent of Hamas' meticulous planning for how to kidnap women and children and brutally take over homes. "The cruelty was supposed to be as graphic as possible because that's how you show your superiority," expert says. By Itay Ilnai and Filipp Piatov / Bild. Published on 06-28-2024 05:19 Last modified: 06-28-2024 18:06 [118] The October 7 massacre was not only explicitly directed at Israeli civilians but was deliberately carried out by Gazan civilians who were an inherent part of the grand plan Hamas had devised. According to academic researchers in Germany and Israel, parts of this plan are reminiscent of practices used by the Nazis to exterminate European Jews, such as the use of Einsatzgruppen, the SS "operational units" that advanced in the wake of the German army's invasion of Eastern Europe and participated in the planned and systematic extermination of Jews... Prof. Danny Orbach: "The cruelty, according to Hamas, was supposed to be as graphic as possible because that's how you show your superiority. Hamas believes that if our security is shaken, Israel will disintegrate, disappear. This is very similar to the Nazi way of thinking." ILH

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Schumer’s Jewish Support Crashed After Attacking Israel. Poll also shows 46% of New York Jews would vote for Trump. June 28, 2024, by Daniel Greenfield.

Two years ago, Senator Chuck Schumer enjoyed an 82% approval among New York Jews. In contrast to the 40% unfavorable rating among New Yorkers, only 18% of Jews disapproved.

Now he’s tied as 45% of New York Jews have come to hate Chuck.

What happened in the last two years to send his approval rating crashing from 82% to 48%?

This spring, Schumer agreed to become the public face of the Biden administration’s campaign to bring down the Israeli government, save Hamas and end the war. In a high-profile Senate speech, the lifelong politician who had spent his career pretending to be pro-Israel, equated the Israeli government with Hamas, forbade Israel to go into Rafah to pursue the terror group, claimed that “the Israeli war campaign has killed so many innocent Palestinians” and warned that the Biden administration would use its “leverage” to create a terrorist state inside Israel.

While many pro-Israel figures excoriated Schumer, he trotted out his ‘rabbi’, Rachel Timoner, a radical leftist anti-Israel activist who had taken part in anti-Israel rallies, to defend his betrayal.

According to Timoner, Schumer said “what most of us think” and “what the overwhelming majority of American Jews are saying to each other”. However what Timoner was saying, according to T’ruah, one of the anti-Israel groups she was allied with, could be summed up as, “American Jews must tell our govt we oppose this war and want an end to the occupation.”

Was Schumer saying what most American Jews were really thinking?

Schumer’s latest Siena poll numbers in New York are in. And while his total unfavorable rating in the state is only up a few percent, his numbers among Jewish New Yorkers are catastrophic. With a 48% approval rating among New York Jews, his is only 3% higher than Trump’s at 45%. And his disapproval rating is higher than that of any other statewide figure in the poll. He now has a higher disapproval rating among Jews than among blacks, Latinos or protestants.

Those are stunning numbers and they show a sharp reversal of political fortune. They also help explain why the same poll shows that 46% of New York Jews would now vote for Trump.

A Siena poll that covered the pro-Hamas campus riots found that 87% of New York Jews believed that they had crossed the line into antisemitism and 80% supported calling in the cops.

This is completely at odds with the messaging that has come from Timoner and the infrastructure of allied anti-Israel astroturf groups like J Street, T’ruah, Bend the Arc, New York Jewish Agenda, Jewish Voice for Peace, If Not Now, and Jews for Racial and Economic Justice which receive nonstop coverage from a media that pretends these extremists represent Jews.

The views of New York Jews are not actually reflective of those pushed by the JTA, The Forward and other anti-Israel leftist narrative outlets and Sen. Schumer is now paying the price.

In the months since his ill-fated speech, Schumer has struggled to backtrack his remarks, but in June he was booed at New York’s Israel parade even when he was avoiding any controversy. And there was more booing at the Jerusalem Post’s annual conference in Manhattan.

The Jewish Democratic Council of America is no longer vocally celebrating the Schumer speech or advocating for an “end to this conflict” and has instead taken to sending panicked emails with headlines like “How to Persuade Your Friends that Trump is Not the Answer”.

What that really says is that quite a few Jewish Democrats now believe Trump just might be.

Despite popular narratives about what percent of Jews voted which way in presidential elections, there is no reliable independent polling of Jewish voters nationwide.

The numbers that are thrown around usually come from Democrat and left-wing organizations.

For example, a recent rash of media stories with headlines like “Jewish people in US overwhelmingly support Biden and oppose Trump” used a poll from the Jewish Electorate Institute which is headed by Halie Soifer who is also the executive director of the Jewish Democratic Council of America. The JDCA then put out a press release announcing a “just released poll from the non-partisan Jewish Electorate Institute”. And the poll was conducted by GBAO Strategies which boasts of being 2022’s Democratic Pollster of The Year.

Siena, the pollster quoted in this article, is the one reliable independent pollster which regularly measures Jews as a part of the larger electorate. While these polls are generally limited to New York, that is also the state with the largest single Jewish population. And the Siena polls often show that the hoax polls of Jews promoted by leftist organizations are simply wrong.

The JDCA poll promoted by every media outlet claimed to show “Biden leading Trump 72% to 22%”. How could that be possible if the split is 52% to 46% in New York?

Sen. Schumer and the JDCA know the real numbers which is why they’ve adopted a more conciliatory tone. They’ve learned the hard way that the majority of Jews are not on their side.

Each Biden anti-Israel move led to a backlash from American Jews. That’s why the Biden administration, which initially broadcast its decision to block military aid to Israel, has taken to angrily denying it and condemning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for even mentioning it.

The formal narrative seen from the New York Times to the JTA is that American Jews chose Biden over Israel. But if that were true, why are Sen. Schumer and the JDCA so worried?

Schumer’s poll numbers are a warning that Jews oppose the leftist anti-Israel agenda. FPM

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Israeli group urges US to probe Amal Clooney’s role in ICC warrant for Netanyahu. Shurat HaDin calls on AG Garland to investigate Amal Clooney, wife of actor George Clooney, for alleged violation of so-called Hague Invasion Act in tribunal role.

Itamar Eichner | published: Yesterday | 05:58 YNet

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IDF commanders say Rafah tunnel operations to continue for months.

Yoav Zitun, Rafah|06.28.24 | 04:04 YNet

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CSI October 7 continues to learn information about Israel's bloodiest day Israel Police CSI uncover the horrifying picture: how the terrorist shot those who were hiding and how the girl holding the doll was confirmed dead; The police mobile laboratory reveals information about missing people, hostages, and soldiers. Shosh Mula | updated:06.28.24 | 16:03 YNet

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Iran threatens 'obliterating war' if Israel attacks Lebanon. Iranian UN mission says in a post that Israel would be attacked by all Iranian proxies if its launches an offensive across its northern border. ynet correspondents | 06.28.24. YNet

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Hallel Bitton Rosen: In coordination with Israel? The Egyptian army is amassing large forces in the Egyptian Rafah - about 160 tanks and APCs, 140 jeeps with anti-aircraft guns and dozens of self-propelled guns..  June 28, 2024. Rotter

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Gafni against Netanyahu in a meeting with the US ambassador: our gentlemen said not to confront the powers and reach agreements in closed rooms. June 28, 2024. on Telegram

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Strong black support for campaign to unmask Hamas supporters in New York Reinstating masking law will "protect New Yorkers from some of the most terrifying periods in our history," an NAACP leader said. Mike Wagenheim. (June 28, 2024 / JNS) A coalition of faith and civil leaders is demanding that New York State reinstate its law banning wearing masks in public places after months of violent anti-Israel protesters wearing face coverings.

The campaign, called Unmask NY, has garnered the support of Eric Adams, the mayor of New York City. JNS

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Rakl Netto: A well-known Russian political philosopher, analyst and strategist-thinker, Aleksandr Dugin:

"A war is raging in the Middle East, Israel is on the verge of a direct conflict with Lebanon. It is time for Russia to start supplying Hezbollah and the Houthis with dangerous weapons. Even tactical nuclear weapons. The aggressive Israelis and agents of globalization have these elements, but their opponents and supporters of a multipolar world do not. Problem . It's better to do it before Trump."

June 28, 2024. Only net news on Telegram on Telegram

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FBI probing violent anti-Israel protest in LA. Attorney General Merrick Garland says federal officials have launched an investigation into a weekend demonstration that spiraled into violence outside Los Angeles synagogue. Israel National News, Jun 29, 2024 INN

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UN resumes aid distribution in Gaza after looting ynet |06.29.24 YNet

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Unidentified gunmen attack election vehicle in Iran - state media. By Reuters. 06/29/2024 JPost

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US military says it destroyed seven Houthi drones, one ground control station. By Reuters. 06/29/2024 JPost

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Israeli air force strikes Hezbollah terrorists, infrastructure in Houla area of Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/29/2024 JPost

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IDF hits five hotspots in the Gaza Strip, exchanges of fire with Hamas terrorists. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/29/2024 JPost

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Moderate Pezeshkian makes it to Iran presidential run-off. Although he advocates reforms, Pezeshkian is faithful to Iran's theocratic rule with no intention of confronting the powerful security hawks and clerical rulers. Reuters | 06.29.24 YNet

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Family in northern town says Hezbollah rocket struck barn, killing 2 horses. TOI

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Assailant killed in suspected attack on Israel's embassy in Belgrade. Embassy closed for the weekend when a man shoots an arrow at a cop guarding outside; ambassador confirms the incident and wishes the officer wounded in his neck, a speedy recovery.

Itamar Eichner | 06.29.24 YNet

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Man attacks police at Israeli embassy in Serbia with crossbow, is shot dead. By TOI Staff. Foreign Ministry calls incident ‘attempted terror attack’ * IDF troops find arms in school amid battles in Gaza City’s Shejaiya * Israeli tourist missing for four days in Sri Lanka. 29 June, 2024. TOI

Israeli embassy guard in Serbia shot with crossbow. The guard was hit in the neck but managed to fatally wound the attacker. Local authorities have declared the incident an act of terror. Israel National News, Jun 29, 2024, 9:24 PM (GMT+3) [...] The attacker was identified as Salahudin Zujovic, a 25-year-old man from central Serbia who had converted to Islam from Serbian Orthodox Christianity. He worked with an accomplice, who remains at large. INN

Suspected Islamist shoots guard at Israeli embassy in Serbia in neck with arrow, shot dead. By Yoav Etiel, Maariv Online, Reuters. Published: June 29, 2024.

... A local security guard of the Israeli embassy in Serbia killed a man who attacked him with a bow and arrow. The man was identified as Salahudin Zujovic, Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic revealed late Saturday.

Zujovic was from central Serbia and had converted to Islam from Serbian Orthodox Christianity. He said he had worked with an accomplice who remained at large. JPost

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Activity in Shejaiya. Troops locate rocket launcher near ​​school and clinic. Israel National News, Jun 29, 2024, 8:48 PM INN

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Israeli air force strikes Hezbollah terrorists, infrastructure in Houla area of Lebanon By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/29/2024 03:35 PM JPost

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'Hostages about to give birth': Brother of Hamas captive suggests hostages were raped. By Uri Sela, Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/29/2024 10:24 PM JPost

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Anti-tank missile targets Metulla - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/29/2024 07:21 PM JPost

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A Jew accidentally entered Qalandiya - Arabs stoned him and set fire to his car. Arab rioters tried to lynch the Jews, but miraculously managed to slip to the checkpoint • MDA teams treated him and evacuated him to the hospital in a minor condition. Hanan Greenwood. 6/29/2024, 5:16 p.m., updated 6/29/2024, 5:17 p.m. A Jew who accidentally entered Qalandia tonight (between Saturday and Sunday) was stoned by Palestinians at the place where they tried to lynch him, and while running away in his car - collided with concrete barrier and was injured. ILH

Itay Blumrntal: Initial report: An ultra-orthodox Israeli accidentally entered the Qalandiya camp north of Jerusalem, was stoned and almost lynched by a mob. He managed to escape to the nearby checkpoint. Now treated on site. Jun 29, 2024 on X

A Jew accidentally entered the Qalandiya area - stoned and almost lynched by Arabs. News 0404, 29/06/2024 23:57. A Jew, who accidentally entered the Qalandiya area north of Jerusalem this evening with his vehicle, was attacked with stones by Arabs, lost control of the vehicle, collided with concrete barricade and was slightly injured.

He then fled the scene on foot and joined the police and medical forces at the checkpoint, his condition is minor. Large forces of the Otef Police Force were deployed to the area. (Photo: Archive) 0404

While Haredim – by in large – refuse IDF service and reject pressure, the racist Arab “palestinian” masses are doing their thing, attempts to lynch any Jews.

at JewishRefugees [119]

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US, Europe warn Hezbollah from attacking Israel. International officials call on Iran-backed Lebanese terror group to hold back from crossing a line and warn a war would be far more less costly for Israel Associated Press. June 29, 2024. YNet

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'Wake up before it's too late': Consul General Akunis warns of 'radical Muslim occupation.' Israel’s Consul General in New York, Ofir Akunis, warns in interview with The New York Post that the city is in danger of falling under “radical Muslim occupation”: Your September 11th is our October 7th. Israel National News, Jun 30, 2024, 6:05 AM (GMT+3) INN

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IDF troops kill terrorists in Rafah, demolish terror infrastructure. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/30/2024 10:31 AM JPost

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Gov. unanimously approves appointment of Danny Danon as UN Ambassador. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/30/2024 12:35 PM JPost

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Urban warfare expert: 'Israel being held to double, triple standards.' John Spencer, Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at the Modern War Institute at West Point, says Israel being held to a standard that does not exist anywhere else in the world when it is criticized for the war with Hamas. Israel National News, Jun 30, 2024, 1:01 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Gaza: Terror HQ in a clinic and weapons in a UN school. The 7th Brigade underwent dozens of face-to-face encounters and found intelligence documents, weapons, and drones left behind by the terrorists. Uzi Baruch, Jun 30, 2024, 1:16 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Analysis: In snap election, many French Jews reluctantly endorse far right over dreaded far left. By Canaan Lidor. 30 June, 2024. TOI

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Turkish airport refuses to refuel Israeli commercial airliner following emergency landing. Antalya airport official requires written authorization for refueling, prompting multiple phone calls with Turkish authorities that did not pan out; out of options, Israeli plane eventually refueled in Greece Iris Lifshitz-Klieger, Itamar Eichner | published: 06.30.24 : 13:43 YNet

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Iran picks up the pace to help sustain Hezbollah's attacks on northern Israel. After 5 IDF drones downed, Israeli jets attack Lebanese system that identified them, prompting Tehran to accelerate weapons and munitions shipments to Lebanon, including more advanced anti-tank missiles produced by Islamic Republic.

Yossi Yehoshua | published: 06.30.24 : 14:06 YNet

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IDF says at least 40 Hamas operatives killed as it advances in Gaza’s Shejaiya. Terror group reorganizes in neighborhood after two previous operations; troops in Rafah kill operatives, demolish tunnels; PM to conduct assessment of war at Southern Command. By Emanuel Fabian, TOI Staff and Agencies. 30 June, 2024, 5:19 pm TOI

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Tulkarm: Islamic Jihad terrorist who oversaw several attacks eliminated. Among other things, Sa'id Jabar was involved in the murder of Amnon Mukhtar earlier this month in Qalandia. Israel National News, Jun 30, 2024, 8:19 PM (GMT+3) INN

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18 IDF soldiers wounded following UAV attack in northern Golan Heights. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/30/2024 09:33 PM JPost

18 wounded. UAV explodes in the Golan, IDF soldier severely wounded.

Three antitank missiles were launched at Metula in the Galilee Panhandle. One landed in Lebanese territory, another struck an orchard west of the village, and a third a residential building.

Israel National News. Jun 30, 2024, 10:09 PM INN

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Antisemitism in Toronto: Rocks thrown at windows of synagogue, damage caused Toronto Police's Hate Crime unit. investigating after vandals throw rocks at the windows of the Pride of Israel Synagogue in North York. Elad Benari, Jun 30, 2024, 11:52 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Hamas Leader Calls On West Bank Palestinians To Carry Out Terror Attacks, Criticizes Palestinian Authority. June 30, 2024. Hussam Badran, a top Hamas official, is calling on West Bank Palestinians – including members of the Palestinian Authority security forces – to carry out attacks against Israelis. Badran, a former leader of Hamas’s military wing in the northern West Bank, said, “We are working to expand the resistance in the West Bank. I ask every person in the West Bank who carries a weapon, officially or unofficially, to fulfill his responsibility, because every person with a weapon in the West Bank can make a difference and have a qualitative impact.”.. YWN

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Netanyahu to announce Rafah ops. will wind down, war to enter third phase - Channel 13 report. BY Jerusalem Post Staff. 06/30/2024 08:43 PM JPost

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Aviva Klompas @AvivaKlompas: In a surprise to nobody, the IDF found yet another tunnel by an UNRWA school. Tell us @UNRWA - was that tunnel used to deliver textbooks or house the cafeteria. [120] June 30, 2024. on X

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Gallant: IDF’s Rafah campaign choking Hamas by blocking crossing, destroying tunnels. Defense minister, visiting troops on the ground in southern Gaza city, says terror group unable to recover from loses inflicted, can’t rearm itself. By Emanuel Fabian. 30 June 2024, 10:14 TOI

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Outrage after Japanese journalist denies October 7 sex crimes. Itamar Eichner | 06.30.24. YNet

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We are going to take off your head,’ Jewish woman told by Belgian student activists. By Michael Starr, June 30, 2024.

The same day that the anti-Israel protest encampments at universities in Brussels were cleared by police on Tuesday, a Jewish woman alleged that she had been threatened and pelted with objects by student activists.

The People’s University of Brussels group and Pro-Palestinian organizations alleged brutalities against their activists as police removed them from French-speaking Free University of Brussels’ Building B, which they had occupied since May 7 and renamed after deceased Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine terrorist Walid Daqqah.

Belgian pro-Palestinian groups shared a post on Instagram on Tuesday promising to continue with their activism, proclaiming “It is not an expulsion: It is the beginning of a movement!”

Video of the raid posted by People’s University of Brussels and photographs published by the European Jewish Congress showed that the interior of the building had been defaced, with graffiti in multiple languages lining the walls. EJC claimed that some slogans on the wall called for Tel Aviv’s destruction….

The same day as the encampment’s clearing, Belgian League against Antisemitism President Joel Rubinfeld shared the claim of a Jewish woman who said that while walking her dog past the encampment she had received abuse from the student activists who allegedly called her “Jew” in Arabic and “dirty Bourgeois”. The activists were accused of throwing objects at her, resulting in a cut. She was also threatened, supposedly told “we are going to take off your head and your dog’s too”, and “you are going to pay for the others.”… JPost

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'Bombs fired at sleeping Jews': Turkish opposition leader condemns Hamas, Oct. 7. By Maariv Online, Jerusalem Post Staff, June 30, 2024. Ugur Ozel, Turkish opposition leader, labeled Hamas a terrorist organization in a TV interview, sparking controversy. Ozel criticized Hamas for attacks on civilians.

...Ozel stated, “Hamas rains bombs on innocent people in the middle of the night, with balloons, drones, and I don’t know what else.”

He further argued that accusing fingers are pointed at him when he makes these statements, yet he also stated, “You must see that this issue started there [with Hamas]. What Hamas did was an act of terror. Hamas fired bombs at sleeping Jews in the middle of the night.”

Turkey’s main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP,) elected Ozel as its new leader in November 2023, replacing Kemal Kilicdaroglu, the Associated Press reported shortly after the elections that year. Following the elections, Ozel vowed to strive for a better political future and “to make people smile,” AP quoted the Turkish opposition leader as saying... JPost

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UK Foreign Office covers up funding to terror-linked Palestinian groups. Special report: 'Clearly it requires a complete overhaul with new mechanisms to deliver humanitarian aid,' says NGO Monitor’s Anne Herzberg as millions apparently doled out without appropriate supervision; FCDO claimed publishing 'names of NGO grantees would cause friction in relationship with Israel.' Anna Stanley | published:06.30.24 | 11:07 YNet

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Only those with palms painted pro-Palestinian red can enter parts of Erasmus University. In cosmopolitan Rotterdam, Jews say they feel unsafe on campus, where they endure explicit calls for their people’s ethnic cleansing alongside intimidation and antisemitic violence. By Canaan Lidor 1 July, 2024, 8:32 am ([121] Anti-Israel protesters conceal themselves from a photographer's lens on the campus of the Erasmus University in Rotterdam, the Netherlands on June 5, 2024. Canaan Lidor/ Times of Israel).

ROTTERDAM, the Netherlands — An anti-Israel protester approached this reporter while narrowly avoiding the guidelines of the 20-odd tents that dotted Erasmus University campus’s main square. Wearing a keffiyeh over her face, she asked about the purpose of my visit.

About 30 of her comrades watched while eating dinner: a rice and lentil dish served from a large pot atop a portable gas stove.

“It’s a Zionist,” she called out, upon learning the name of this publication, prompting the group to cover their faces with their keffiyehs and surgical masks. They encircled, screaming, “Intifada!” as they placed a Palestinian flag over the camera to prevent any filming of the events taking place at one of Europe’s most prestigious institutions of higher learning.

The protesters had a tray with red paint at the ready, which they use during blockages. Only those students or faculty who agree to dip a palm in the paint to show solidarity with Palestinians are let through to various campus facilities.

A man who sounded like a native Arabic speaker began drumming on a bucket. The other activists started chanting “From the river to the sea,” and the man shouted: “Falastin arabiyeh,” Arabic for “an Arab Palestine.” TOI

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UK Labour candidate: 'If we win the election, we will stop arms sales to Israel.' Elad Benari. Jul 1, 2024, 6:23 AM INN

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Shifa Hospital head, arrested for terror activity, is released.

Muhammed Abu Salmiya, director of Gaza's Shifa Hospital, was arrested in November and released together with dozens of other terrorists back to Gaza, due to a lack of prison cells in Israel.

Israel National News Jul 1, 2024, 9:43 AM INN

Israel releases some 50 Gaza detainees, including Shifa Hospital chief. By Guy Alster. 07/01/2024 09:17 AM JPost

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Israel released the director of the Shifa Hospital. Anger in the group of ministers: "The Shin Bet chief - go home" The director of Shifa Hospital in the northern Gaza Strip, who was arrested at the beginning of the war about eight months ago, was released from prison tonight | In the government WhatsApp group, the ministers were furious. Ben Gvir called to "send the head of the Shin Bet home" and accused him of running an "independent policy" | Karai: "Israel needs a new security leadership | All details | Kikar haShabbat. Jul. 1, '24. KikarHashabat

The government is furious about the release of the director of Shifa Hospital

Srugim news, 01.07.24 | 09:14

Outrage in the government's WhatsApp group following the release of the director of Shifa Hospital. Minister Shikli wrote: Why is the man in whose hospital kidnappers were murdered released? Great anger this morning (Monday) following the release of the director of Shifa Hospital Muhammad Abu Salmiya after 7 months in which he was detained in Israel. Srugim

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Heavy barrage on southern Israel. Approximately 20 rockets were fired within a short time from the Khan Yunis area in Gaza. Israel National News, Jul 1, 2024, 9:28 AM (GMT+3) INN

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Sunday, June 30, 2024. Algeria trying to regain the title of Most Antisemitic Media. EoZ

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Sunday, June 30, 2024. A first-hand account of anti-Israel media bias (Real Jerusalem Streets) Guest essay by [122] Real Jerusalem Streets:

After October 7, the mainstream media picked up anti-Israel stories and flew with them, the truth left languishing in the dirt.

The story of the twelve spies sent by Moses to view the Promised Land shows that ten men's opinion against two is nothing new. Ten professional photographers work on an event, ten different albums will be produced. Each observer has a subjective way of viewing the same scene. Two journalists may attend the same event and publish very different stories.

I began walking the Jerusalem March/Flag Parade. Every time what I saw did not match what media outlets were publishing. [123] How many saw that this year Reuters Fact Check put out a correction two weeks after they published stories of Jews chanting death to Arabs[sic]? Two little too late; the damage was done. I saw no corrections in other media.... EoZ

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Helmets for Heroes: Transforming IDF combat helmets into works of art for trauma treatment. Auctioning the helmets brings much needed revenue to help treat and support IDF soldiers who were wounded in combat while wearing the helmets, facilitating an additional avenue of support. Ynet | published: 07.01.24 | 06:35 YNet

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Military vehicle drives over explosive device in Tulkarm - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/01/2024 08:22 AM JPost

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Biggest catch of guns smuggled from Jordan. Elisha Ben Kimon |07.01.24 |09:08 YNet

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IDF targets Hezbollah complexes in Lebanon. The military reported on Monday that Israeli Air Force fighter jets struck two military complexes used by Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, alongside additional terror infrastructure in the area. Yoav Zitun | published: 07.01.24| 11:06 [124]

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ADL sues Iran, Syria, North Korea for supporting Hamas’ Oct. 7 massacre. Suit filed with Crowell & Moring LLP names over 100 plaintiffs, including U.S. citizens who were injured, killed or terrorized or killed and their families for damages. ynet | published: 07.01.24 |11:16 YNet

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Israel plans Hamas-free 'zones' in post-war Gaza, report. Pilot program to begin in northern Gaza Strip where vetted local Palestinians are expected to oversee aid delivery before assuming other civil governing roles; after previous attempts to enlist Gazans ended in murder former officials express doubt Ynetnews | published: 07.01.24| 11:38

Israel plans to launch a post-war control model in Gaza, aiming to create “Hamas-free bubbles,” a proposal met with skepticism by those briefed on the matter, the Financial Times reported on Monday. According to six sources who spoke to the publication, the pilot for these “humanitarian enclaves” will soon start in northern Gaza neighborhoods like Atatra, Beit Hanoun, and Beit Lahiya.

Although the IDF is ready to begin the pilot, there is significant skepticism about its success due to Hamas's strong support in Gaza and lukewarm backing from Arab countries. One source called the project “fantasy.” YNet

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A kilometer-long tunnel and a mosque full of weapons were destroyed in the Gaza Strip. Documentation. The only reserve division in the Gaza Strip has been fighting for the past few months in the area of ​​the central corridor of the Gaza Strip.

By Tzipora Simantov • 01.07.24 • 25 Sivan, 5784.

([125] A kilometer-long tunnel was destroyed: dozens of terrorists killed and more than 100 terrorist infrastructures destroyed | Photo: IDF spokesman).

Terrorism under the auspices of religion:

Division 99, the only reserve division in the Gaza Strip, has been fighting for the past few months in the area of ​​the central corridor of the Gaza Strip. During the fighting, a kilometer-long tunnel was destroyed, dozens of terrorists were eliminated and more than 100 terrorist infrastructures were destroyed. In addition, the forces attacked a mosque, which was a place of stay and fortification for the terrorists.

During the division's fighting, the "Alexandroni" and "Hazaken" brigade combat teams eliminated dozens of terrorists and destroyed more than 100 terrorist infrastructures, military depots, observation posts, launch pits and underground tunnel routes. In cooperation with the forces of the Yahalom unit, the forces destroyed a terrorist tunnel with a length of one kilometer which included branches that were used for the movement of terrorists in the area. Now14

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State of emergency declared on Air Europa flight to Tel Aviv - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/01/2024 01:42 PM JPost

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Mortar strikes house in Metulla, no alarm was activated. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/01/2024 04:12 PM JPost

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UK expresses opposition to West Bank outpost legalization, calls for halt to settlement expansion. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/01/2024 04:45 PM JPost

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Rockets land in open areas after wave of alarms in Israel's North, IDF reports. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/01/2024 07:18 PM JPost

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IDF razes largest PIJ rocket production site yet, destroys 1-km tunnel in central Gaza. Michael Bachner and TOI Staff. 01 July, 2024. Netanyahu: Release of Shifa head a ‘severe mistake’ made without government’s knowledge * PM says defeat of Hamas near, but Likud MK claims Israel has almost no achievements in Gaza. TOI

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2 Toronto synagogues attacked on same day. Vandals throw rocks, smash windows of 2 synagogues in Toronto as post-October 7 wave of antisemitism continues. Israel National News, Jul 1, 2024, 6:55 PM ...The first incident occurred at the Pride of Israel Synagogue, where congregants were Sunday morning shocked to discover several windows shattered, holes in their stained glass and stones scattered onto the bimah.

In the second incident, a vandal threw a stone through the window of the Kehillat Shaarei Torah Synagogue. This synagogue has been targeted in similar attacks twice since April.

The Friends of the Simon Wiesenthal Center organization stated, "Late yesterday afternoon, the Toronto Police Service issued a statement saying they are seeking a single suspect in connection with the desecration of the Pride of Israel and Kehillat Shaarei Torah synagogues. Following the attacks, which the police termed “a suspected hate-motivated offence,” they have stepped up their presence in the targeted areas. Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw said the two incidents are being investigated by the Hate Crime Unit."

"In the first incident, early Sunday morning, the suspect, caught on a security camera, got off his motorcycle and threw rocks through several windows and a glass panel above the front doors of Pride of Israel Synagogue, located on Lissom Crescent in the North York area of Toronto. The person also hurled stones at the building’s stained glass windows before fleeing the area on a motorcycle, travelling westbound on Lissom Crescent. In the second attack, which according to police also occurred early Sunday morning, a person threw a rock through a window of Kehillat Shaarei Torah Synagogue, located on Bayview Ave., also in North York. As with the attack on Pride of Israel, the vandal fled the area on a motorcycle, this time traveling northbound on Bayview Ave. It’s the third such attack on Kehillat Shaarei Torah since mid-April. INN

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Fmr. Bernie Sanders Adv. 'Much of the anti-Israel animus is morphing into antisemitism.' Israel National News, Jul 1, 2024, 7:38 PM INN

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Release of Shifa director 'serious mistake & moral failure.'

Shin Bet director to present PM with result into investigation into how the director of hospital where Israeli hostages were held and murdered was released back into Gaza.

Israel National News, Jul 1, 2024, 7:34 PM INN

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HonestReporting @HonestReporting: MUST READ: A Gazan Palestinian asks why, "somehow, when it comes to Hamas' crimes against innocent Israelis and innocent Gazans, the entire media establishment turns a blind eye, trying to present a misleading black & white narrative about this conflict." ... newsweek.com Why Does the International Media Ignore Hamas' Crimes Against Palestinians? July 1, 2024. on X

Why Does the Media Ignore Hamas' Crimes Against Palestinians? | Opinion Published Jun 30, 2024 at 7:10 PM EDT Updated Jul 01, 2024 at 3:45 PM EDT By Hamza Howidy. Palestinian from Gaza City. Since the start of the current war between Israel and Hamas, Hamas has committed countless atrocities against its own people in Gaza. This was true even before the war. Yet somehow, despite the fact that Hamas has effectively kidnapped the Gaza strip and all its inhabitants and routinely terrorizes them, these crimes are never reported by Arabic media or western media, nor by global human rights organizations, all of which tend to portray Hamas as a legitimate resistance group who are trying to "liberate" the Palestinians.

This absence of Hamas's crimes against Palestinians in the media is not for want of evidence. Many Gazans have raised concerns about the brutality of this regime, which they have witnessed first hand. And not just witnessed; there have been many videos posted on social media platforms showing Gazans criticizing Hamas and blaming Hamas for the current disastrous situation in Gaza.

Without a doubt, many civilians have been killed by IDF airstrikes. Yet each time that happens, those incidents make headlines across media channels. But somehow, when it comes to Hamas' crimes against innocent Israelis and innocent Gazans, the entire media establishment turns a blind eye, trying to present a misleading black and white narrative about this conflict.

Why?

If their heart bleeds for Gaza, why are they not outraged at all of the violence that Gazans face—including the violence of Hamas?

The sad truth is, when Israelis aren't involved, no one is interested in advocating for the Palestinian rights they claim to care about so deeply.

We Gazans attempted several times to remove Hamas from power. In 2019 and in 2023, the people of Gaza held peaceful marches against Hamas; for this crime, we were brutally assaulted by Hamas militants. Hamas imprisoned over 1,300 protestors at each protest.

I was one of them. I was personally imprisoned by Hamas and tortured twice, because I participated in these protests.

So I know firsthand that when ordinary Gazans like myself protested against Hamas, there was no media attention. No human rights organizations demanded the release of prisoners held for months in Hamas prisons, not to mention those who were tortured by Hamas, and even killed by Hamas—like Issam Al-Saaffein, who was killed under torture in Hamas's jails.

This trend has continued during the present war. Since October 7, hundreds of Gazans have been killed by Hamas' failing rockets. Hamas has confiscated the food, fuel, and medicine sent to Gaza, and they did not stop here.

13-year-old Ahmad Breka was shot in the head by Hamas in Rafah while attempting to collect humanitarian aid. Others were fortunate because they were merely shot in the legs by Hamas while attempting to grab humanitarian goods that Hamas stole and kept in their facilities.

These inhumane acts, along with the agony that Gazans have undergone since October, prompted many to demonstrate anew during this war. They demonstrated in Khan-Younis in front of Yahya Sinwar's house; others protested in the north, asking that Hamas free the captives and cease the war. They received the same response from Hamas that I did: They were fired upon.

And once again, the global media largely overlooked these crimes.

Daring to take some food in the midst of a war or protesting Hamas isn't the only activity Hamas has persecuted us Gazans for; attempting to play any part of delivering this aid to those in need, or even considering playing any role the day after the war, is enough to get anybody the death penalty from Hamas.

That's what happened to the Abu-Amro tribe leader, along with two members of his tribe who were killed by Hamas militants a few days ago.

A couple of months ago, they beheaded the head of a clan leader in the north of Gaza and issued a statement on social media: "We murdered him, and we will do so to anyone who stands against us and cooperates with Israel."

Others who publicly criticized Hamas during the war were reported missing.

In addition to this, many of Fatah members were placed under house arrest by Hamas "for security reasons," and anyone who left his home was kidnapped. That's what happened with the Gazan Yossef Shahein—yet the global and Arab media never spoke about these crimes.

Al Jazeera, which employs hundreds of journalists in Gaza and has several offices there, never reports on these murders.

This systematic terrorism perpetrated by Hamas against the major tribes in Gaza and against dissidents is intended to undermine the plan for Gaza when the war ends, which will necessarily involve empowering civil society to run civil affairs in Gaza in the future. Hamas plans to copy the Taliban model in Gaza after the war, going underground and trying to fight from the shadows. They hope that will keep them in power so they can continue terrorizing both Israelis and Palestinians.

Where is the outrage?

This biased journalism has horrific repercussions. It was the reason for Hamas' success in silencing opposition in Gaza, and it is inflaming global mobs who swallow Hamas' propaganda and go to the streets raising the Hamas flag, wearing masks and chanting for terrorists, deceptively depicting all Gazans as Hamas members who wish to continue living under its authoritarian rule.

It's a horrific abandonment of Gaza's innocent civilians. It's clear their suffering only matters when it can be blamed on Jews. Newsweek

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[Isr.] Supreme Court Hypocrisy: “Protects Terrorist Children While Denying Aid To Chareidi Children.” July 1, 2024. ...During the discussion, the members of the committee were amazed to hear that, absurdly, the Supreme Court overruled a similar law because the judges refused to deprive the budget of a child accused of terrorism and even serving in prison.

Chairman of the committee, MK Israel Eichler, sardonically stated: “For now, the Knesset has the right to enact laws as it sees fit, as the messengers of the public. It is true that the Supreme Court later invalidates the laws of the Knesset members but in the meantime, it doesn’t prevent them from enacting laws. Indeed, it’s impossible to know how long it will be until the Supreme Court also denies the right to legislate.”

He then commented on the Supreme Court’s hypocrisy: “I am amazed to hear that the Supreme Court does not allow interference in the denial of allowances of terrorist children but allows the denial of aid allowances and budgets for children whose father’s great sin is that he studies Torah, and for this reason, it is permissible to deny them education budgets, yeshiva budgets, and who knows what else.”

He added: “On the one hand, Supreme Court judges protect the children of terrorists, and on the other hand they deny daycare subsidies to the children of Chareidi working mothers for the ‘sin’ of the father’s limud torah. This is incomparable wickedness and disgrace. It is appropriate that all citizens of the country see this shocking hypocrisy.” YWN

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Courage and bravery: These are the 319 soldiers who heroically fell in the war. Israel National News, Jul 1, 2024, 1:31 PM INN

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Mother of rescued hostage Noa Argamani dies. After being rescued from eight-month-long captivity, Noa remains by her mother's side in her final days; special ops team member says her first question to them was if her mother was still alive. Yael Ciechanover | published:07.01.24 | 22:23. YNet

After her daughter's rescue. Mother of rescued hostage Noa Argamani passes away.

Ichilov Hospital announces that Liora Argmani, mother of Noa Argmani who was rescued from Hamas captivity, passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer: She spent her final days next to her daughter.

Israel National News. Jul 2, 2024, 6:51 AM INN

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German intelligence official meets Hezbollah second in command, report. Germany's deputy head of intelligence met in Lebanon with a senior Hezbollah official to discuss the threat of war along the Israel-Lebanon border, Hezbollah-affiliated Al Akhbar reported on Tuesday. Germany sought to communicate directly with the Iran-backed group to prevent war," the paper said. Lior Ben Ari| published:07.01.24 | 22:48. YNet

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Report: New directive prohibits elimination of Hamas police officers. Israel National News, Jul 1, 2024, 11:03 PM INN

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Daily Briefing July 1: Day 269 – Hamas recruits new gunmen in Gaza as IDF op continues. By TOI Staff. 1 Jul, 2024. TOI

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Houthis say conducted military operations targeting four ships 'linked to the US, UK, and Israel.' By Reuters.

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Israel strikes southern Gaza’s Khan Younis after ordering evacuations. By TOI Staff. Hundreds of Palestinians flee area * Mother of freed hostage Noa Argamani dies of cancer * Probe reportedly opened after protester calls for ‘wiping out memory’ of PM. 2 Jul, 2024. TOI

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Poll: Over 10% of American Jews suffer frequent antisemitism. More than 10% of US Jews say they were frequently mistreated due to their religion, Gallup poll finds. Ron Kampeas, JTA. Jul 2, 2024, 8:16 AM. ... The 11% of Jews who said they had faced frequent harassment was more than any other religious group asked, though Gallup said its survey sample did not include enough Muslim respondents to report their responses. It did not give a sample size or margin of error for the sample of Jewish respondents it asked. Among Americans overall, the survey found that 2% said they were frequently harassed and 8% said they were occasionally harassed. Asked whether harassment and poor treatment had increased over the last year, 46% of Jews said it had, as opposed to 10% of Americans overall. INN

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Egypt does not agree to open the Rafah crossing. Dalit Halevi. Jul 2, 2024, 5:19 AM INN

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State Attorney's Office: Saying Ra'am members are terrorists is freedom of speech. Hezki Baruch. Jul 2, 2024, 5:45 AM INN

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Terror attack in West Bank: Man shot in Mitzpe Yosef in Samaria region. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/02/3024. JPost

Terror In Israel: Israeli Shot By Sniper In Shomron. July 2, 2024 YWN

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IDF destroys over 50 terror infrastructure in Shijaiyah. IDF troops destroyed over 50 terror infrastructures in Gaza’s Shijaiyah overnight, the military reported Wednesday. The report added forces located tunnel shafts, weapons, and military equipment during raids in the area. Ynet| 07.03.24: 01:34 YNet

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Anti-Israel UN rapporteur probed by UN investigative unit. UN investigative unit opens case probing whether pro-Hamas lobbying groups funded UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese’s trips to Australia and New Zealand. UN Watch demands her removal. Israel National News. Jul 3, 2024. INN

UN probes if envoy funded by Hamas supporters. Itamar Eichner|07.03.24 | 23:46 Geneva NGO UN Watch claims Francesca Albanese, Special Rapporteur to Palestinian territories had foreign travel funded donations made by pro-Hamas groups impacting her reporting on matters of human rights and her anti-Israel positions. YNet

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The IDF attacked Hezbollah terrorist targets in southern Lebanon. By Amir Bohbot. 07/03/2024 06:41 AM JPost

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'It'll take years to clear Gaza tunnels.'

Brigadier General Avivi: We are fighting against a force equal in strength to ISIS at its peak, and we are doing so without a coalition that also fought for years until victory.

Shimon Cohen. Jul 3, 2024, 8:49 AM INN

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Crazy antisemite: Roger Waters denies 10/7 atrocities Israel National News. Jul 3, 2024, 9:18 AM INN

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By land and air: IDF kills terrorist, demolishes terror infrastructure in Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/03/2024 09:52 AM IDF troops of the 98th Division operated in the Shejaia area of the Gaza Strip, eliminating terrorists, finding weapons, and destroying terror infrastructure, the military said on Wednesday. JPost

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Man arrested for threats against New York Hasidic village. By Michael Starr, July 3, 2024. A Suffern man was arrested on Thursday for making threats against the Hasidic village of New Square on social media, the Ramapo Police Department and Rockland County Sheriff announced on Friday.

The 44-year-old suspect was charged with making a terroristic threat, arraigned, and released on Friday. JPost

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Netanyahu, Biden ‘likely’ to meet in DC when PM goes to address Congress – White House. By Jacob Magid. 03 July, 2024. Administration official says two leaders have known each other for decades and will ‘likely see each other’ when premier’s in town, though there’s ‘nothing to announce.’ TOI

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2 wounded, one of them critically, in suspected terror stabbing at Karmiel mall. By TOI Staff. 03 July, 2024. Second victim in serious condition * Report: Just 2 or 3 people know Sinwar’s whereabouts. TOI

Police: Assailant 'neutralized' after stabbing 2 at Karmiel mall in suspected terror attack. TOI

Terror In Israel: 3 Israelis Injured, 1 Critically, In Stabbing Attack In Karmiel July 3, 2024 [126] YWN

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Slain Hezbollah commander was involved in 2006 abduction of IDF soldiers. Hezbollah official says Muhammad Neamah Nasser's death would not weaken terror group's resolve to confront Israel; about 100 rockets fired at northern Israel in response to assassination Yoav Zitun, Lior Ben Ari | published: 07.03.24|13:04 YNet

Bye Bye: Hezbollah Confirms Israeli Airstrike Killed Senior Commander Muhammad Nisah Nasser. July 3, 2024 YWN

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IDF names officer killed in northern Gaza Strip. Captain Elay Elisha Lugasi, 21, from Kiryat Shmona, team commander in 7th Armored Brigade's 75th Battalion, killed by anti-tank fire in Gaza City's Shijaiyah; 'Elay was injured at start of war but heroically insisted on returning to fight' Yoav Zitun, Lior El-Hai | published:07.03.24|14:39 YNet

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Targets attacked in southern Lebanon, Lebanese media reports. Hezbollah-affiliated Lebanese channel Al Manar reported an attack in Wadi Barghaz in southern Lebanon late on Wednesday. Lior El-Hai | published:07.03.24|14:45 YNet

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Israel's Gallant: If we have to we're ready to fight Hezbollah. By Reuters. 07/03/2024 04:10 PM JPost

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PM Benjamin Netanyahu meets US Congressman Josh Gottheimer in Israel. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/03/2024 04:18 PM JPost

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Rocket and missile fire strikes house in the Negev. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/03/2024 04:33 PM JPost

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SGT Aleksandr Iakiminskyi murdered in Karmiel stabbing attack. Israel National News, Jul 3, 2024, 6:34 PM INN

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Biden condemns 'vile' desecration of Ohio Jewish graves. Israel National News, Jul 3, 2024, 9:08 PM INN

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'No hope in French authorities' Israeli MK's 88-year-old grandmother assaulted in France. Israel National News, Jul 3, 2024, 10:48 PM INN

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CNN Freelancer in Gaza Worked for Hamas, Snapped Selfie With Leader, Report Shows. CNN has given a prominent platform' to Hamas-tied Abdel Qader Sabbah, according to watchdog group Honest Reporting. [127] Adam Kredo, July 2, 2024. A CNN freelancer based in the Gaza Strip once "served in a Hamas-run body" and snapped a selfie with one of the Iran-backed terror group’s top leaders, according to a new investigation by a watchdog group.

Abdel Qader Sabbah, a freelance journalist used by CNN and the Associated Press, "photographed himself with a senior Hamas leader, served in a Hamas-run body to which he also provided work, praised terrorists, and shared anti-Israeli propaganda online," according to an investigation published Tuesday by Honest Reporting, a media watchdog group.

Since Hamas launched its Oct. 7 war on Israel, "CNN has given a prominent platform to news reports by Sabbah," according to the report. "The exposure of his links to the terror group casts a long shadow over the network’s vetting procedures and journalistic standards."

CNN and other Western media outlets like the Washington Post have come under intense criticism in recent months for what critics describe as their slanted war coverage, which often paints Israel as an aggressor and claims the Jewish state is intentionally killing Palestinian civilians. An AP photographer accused of working with Hamas was presented with a journalism award in April, sparking outrage. In the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip, which is closed off for most journalists, those reporting the news often have a rosy relationship with the terror group and, in some cases, have worked closely with it.

Sabbah, on his Facebook page, posts information "showing he had connections to Hamas figures and institutions run by the terror group," according to Honest Reporting.... FreeBeacon

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Islamist Anjem Choudary admits telling ‘inappropriate’ joke on 9/11. Choudary, who was convicted of supporting Islamic State in 2016, is on trial at Woolwich Crown Court By Jewish News Reporter. July 2, 2024, 1:43 pm ... Choudary, who was convicted of supporting the so-called Islamic State in 2016, is accused of taking a “caretaker role” in directing Al-Muhajiroun (ALM), as well as being a member of the banned organisation and encouraging support for it through online meetings. JewishNews

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HIDDEN CAM: "Hamas followed Islamic Principles." Jul 2, 2024. Our latest V24 Investigates investigation into radical Islamism and antisemitism present on America’s university campuses exposes a highly concerning conversation between our undercover journalist and Dr. Isam Vaid, the Muslim Religious Life Scholar in the Emory University Office of Spiritual and Religious Life since 2008. He provides “regular religious practices on campus” and “contribute(s) to tradition-specific and interfaith presentations for the campus community” and “develop(s) multifaith scholarship for the future.” (This from his bio on Emory University’s website.)

When he is unaware that is he is being filmed he certainly does not come across as a proponent of bona fide “interfaith dialogue” and he makes statements such as: - there is no such thing as Israeli civilians “and the reason they are not civilians is every single Israeli is obligated to serve in the IDF therefore you (Israelis) are a military target.” - ⁠”Hamas is a humanitarian organization that gives money to widows, sends children to school, and builds hospital(s).” - ⁠The IDF created and funded [sic] Hamas and since Israel “created the monster, the monster will destroy you.” - ⁠Coverage of Hamas atrocities is “misinformation” [sic] similar to what was spun “during the Iraq war” and suggestions of rape and beheadings of babies have been [sic] “debunked” [really?] ... - ⁠”Hamas follows Islamic principles” and such acts as “raping, killing, and even cutting down trees are forbidden” - ⁠”Wealthy Jewish donors made a lot of noise about antisemitism” and “Jewish students make up 20% of the student population” and “they threatened to pull out students” which would have been “a catastrophic financial loss” and “a real credible threat to the university” - ⁠CAIR (Council on American Islamic Relations) and student groups pressured the school to focus on Islamophobia and by the third statement of the school, “Islamophobia came first and antisemitism second.” - Dr. Vaid works directly with CAIR and was given “a heads up” on their lawsuit against the school alleging the fostering of “an Islamophobic environment” (recall CAIR was an unindicted co-conspirator in the Holy Land Foundation prosecution in 2007 whereby it was demonstrated they funneled money to U.S. designated terrorist ground. - ⁠Weighs in on the historical tribes of Israel and says specifically “the one tribe of Israel, the Yehuda, is the one causing all the trouble on Earth,…chaos on Earth.”

This Muslim academic and cleric on Emory’s campus speaks more like an Islamist radical hatemonger than a professor in this historically great Atlanta university that has been referred to as the “Harvard of the South.” Perhaps Emory is taking too many cues from Harvard these days. Either way, there needs to be deeper investigation by statutory bodies as to what kind of Islamic radicalism is being inculcated in Muslim students by staff such as Dr. Vaid who is hiding behind a misdirecting public veil of “interfaith dialogue” as he preaches this sort of radicalism one on one to Muslims in his university sanctioned purview. In short, this is unacceptable on American university campuses and deeper investigations need to be undertaken post haste. on YouTube

Notes on the hidden cam at CAIR "Hamas followed Islamic Principles." Jul 2, 2024: 1. Arab "Palestinians" target Haredim who by-in-large don't serve in IDF. 2. Arab "Palestinians" terrorists never choose an Arab neighborhood, even where they serve in IDF. 3. Beheadings was not debunked. 4. More than enough admissions by terrorists of rapes (asides from evidence). at myrightword

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Armed terrorist eliminated in Jenin. Israel National News, Jul 3, 2024, 11:40 PM INN

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US military says it destroyed two Houthi radar sites in Yemen. By Reuters. 07/03/2024 11:42 PM JPost

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Daily Briefing July 3: Day 271 – How Israel and the PA are already cooperating in Gaza. By TOI Staff. 03 July, 2024. TOI

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Journalist at US-Based Nonprofit Promoted Stabbing Israelis, Depicted Rescued Hostage as Pig Drinking Blood: Report. By Jack Elbaum, July 3, 2024. A journalist at a US-based nonprofit posted tutorials on how to commit stabbing attacks and depicted a rescued Israeli hostage as a pig drinking blood, according to newly surfaced social media posts.

Eitan Fischberger, a communications analyst and former Israel Defense Forces (IDF) staff sergeant who first broke the story on X/Twitter, alleged that Mahmoud Ajjour, a correspondent for The Palestine Chronicle, posted disturbing images and videos to his Instagram page.

Fischberger posted screenshots and screen recordings of the posts.

According to The Chronicle‘s website, Ajjour is a photojournalist and correspondent for the outlet, which is a US-based 501c3, or nonprofit organization.

One of the posted images depicted Noa Argamani — an Israeli who was kidnapped from the Nova music festival during Hamas’ Oct. 7 terrorist attacks in southern Israel, and then rescued in an IDF special operation last month — as a pig drinking blood from a Coca-Cola bottle. Algemeiner

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Islamic Jihad says it is worsening treatment of hostages. Dalit Halevi, Jul 3, 2024.

The al-Quds Brigades, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad's militant wing, is escalating their psychological warfare concerning the Israeli hostages that they have been holding since October 7th.

The terror organization claimed in a statement that several Israeli hostages attempted to commit suicide ... and the change in attitude towards them by the operatives who guard them...

At the same time, the al-Quds Brigades published a message of condolences to Hezbollah on the death of Muhammad Neamah Naser, the commander of the organization's Aziz unit.

In the message, the organization noted that the al-Quds Brigades appreciate and are proud of the assistance he gave to the organization, and his elimination will strengthen the determination to continue on the path of Jihad ... INN

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Ilhan Omar hit with ethics complaint over appearance with ex-Somali PM. By Ryan King, July 3, 2024 A conservative watchdog group hit “Squad” Rep. Ilhan Omar with an ethics complaint Wednesday over an event she took part in last weekend that featured former Somalia Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire. NY Post

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One killed, one wounded in terror stabbing in northern Israel The assailant was shot dead by one of the victims, according to police. ...the terrorist arrived at the mall on foot before stabbing the two victims, one of whom managed to “keep it together and immediately neutralized the terrorist.” Police identified the terrorist as 21-year-old Jawwad Omar Rubia, from the nearby town of Nahf. Tahauko was said to have ordered the arrest of his relatives, with local media reporting a large police presence in Nahf. JNS

Dan Poraz @PorazDan: TRIGER WARNING. This morning, a Palestinian terrorist decided to randomly stab Israelis at a shopping center in the northern city of Karmiel. Tragically, one of the victims succumbed to his wounds and died, the other is critically wounded. Terror must be fought against. July 3, 2024. on X

Slain soldier eliminated Karmiel mall attacker before collapsing. IDF identifies fallen servicemember as Sergeant Aleksandr (Sasha) Iakiminskyi; surveillance footage shows assailant sneaking up on him from behind; Iakiminskyi manages to fire repeatedly at attacker, neutralizing him. Lior El-Hai | published: 07.03.24 | 09:55

The IDF reported Wednesday evening that Sergeant Aleksandr (Sasha) Iakiminskyi, 19, from Nahariya, a driver in the 188th Brigade's 71st Battalion, was killed in a terrorist stabbing attack at a shopping mall in the northern city of Karmiel earlier. Another soldier was seriously wounded in the attack.

Surveillance footage from the mall shows the assailant—identified as Jawad Rabia, 20, an Arab Israeli citizen from the nearby town of Nahf—sneaking up on the two soldiers from behind and lunging at them with a knife. Within seconds, Iakiminskyi and his comrade managed to draw their weapons. Initially, Iakiminskyi fell to the ground from the stab wounds. As the assailant turned to stab his comrade, Iakiminskyi managed to cock his weapon and fire. Rabia was hit and retreated slightly, allowing the comrade to distance himself and ready his weapon. Iakiminskyi, undeterred, fired repeatedly at the assailant until he was neutralized. Moments later, Iakiminskyi collapsed and was rushed to the Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya in critical condition, where doctors later pronounced him dead. Northern District Police Chief Shuki Tahauko, praised Iakiminskyi for his swift action in neutralizing the attacker. The slain soldier is survived by his parents Olga and Nikolai, and his 11-year-old brother Ilya... 'The attacker was looking for someone to stab.' Following the attack, four family members of the assailant – his mother, father, brother and sister – arrived at the mall and were detained by the police. The arrests aim to determine if they had prior knowledge of the attacker's intentions.

([128] The attacker Jawad Rabia).

According to the police, the attack at the Hutzot Karmiel Mall began around 11:30 a.m. Gal Amar, who works at the mall, recounted that she was on the first floor during the attack and had come down from the second floor just minutes earlier. She said that according to others, the assailant appeared to be lurking for his victims and was looking for someone to attack. "No one thought it would happen here. He simply walked into the mall, passed by our booth, and then came back. From what I understand, he was just waiting and searching, pacing back and forth," she said. YNet

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Islamic authorities in Russia’s Dagestan ban full-face veil after attacks. July 3, 2024.

MOSCOW, July 3 (Reuters) – Islamic authorities in Russia’s mostly-Muslim North Caucasus region of Dagestan on Wednesday temporarily banned women from wearing the niqab full-face veil, after simultaneous attacks targeting churches and synagogues killed 22 last month. Reuters

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Israeli injured in car-ramming attack in Judea. The victim had responded to reports of rock-throwing on a road near the Jewish community of Asael. (July 3, 2024 / JNS) An Israeli man sustained light injuries in a terrorist vehicular assault near Asael in the South Hebron Hills of Judea on Wednesday night, authorities said.

“A report was received of a suspected vehicular attack involving an Israeli who was slightly injured, near the town of Asael. Two suspects fled the scene in a Palestinian vehicle towards the nearby [Arab] village of as-Samu,” the Israel Police confirmed in a statement. JNS

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Complaint claims teachers union in Canada ‘enabled’ antisemitism. “These teachers are extremely upset. They’re fearful,” said their Vancouver-based lawyer, Paul Pulver.

(July 3, 2024 / JNS) A group of Jewish teachers in British Columbia has filed a complaint with Canada’s Human Rights Tribunal, describing antisemitic instances by colleagues and the union representing them.

“They’re concerned about people retaliating against them. They’re concerned about what they’ve experienced already and the potential for that to get ratcheted up,” said Paul Pulver, the Vancouver-based labor lawyer representing the teachers, who announced the filing on Tuesday. JNS

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ADL urges state AGs to investigate anti-Israel groups, alleging violations. WESPAC has been accused of funding anti-Israel encampments on campuses. By Marc Rod, July 3, 2024. The Anti-Defamation League is urging the attorney generals of New York and Arizona to investigate WESPAC (Westchester Peace Action Committee) and the Alliance for Global Justice, accusing the anti-Israel nonprofit groups of potentially running afoul of federal law. WESPAC has been accused of funding anti-Israel encampments on campuses.

In letters to New York Attorney General Letitia James and Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, Steven Sheinberg, the ADL’s chief legal officer, highlighted that the AFGJ sponsors the Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network, which Israel considers a subsidiary of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) terrorist group and which has supported Hamas.

“Samidoun’s status as a terrorist organization abroad, or at the very least its connection to known terrorist organizations, calls into question whether AFGJ and its board are exercising the appropriate level of oversight and control over its projects to ensure AFGJ’s charitable assets are being used consistent with its tax exemption,” Sheinberg wrote in his letter to James.... JewishInsider

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EU lawmakers want Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps branded terrorist group. Etgar Lefkovits. (July 3, 2024 / JNS) JNS

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Financial Times covers up antisemitism in George Galloway's party. July 3, 2024. Camera

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Knesset member reveals Jewish grandmother attacked in France. Sharren Haskel says her 88-year-old grandmother living in Paris brutally assaulted by Muslim assailants who hurled antisemitic slurs at her. Knesset member Sharren Haskel revealed on Wednesday that her grandmother, an 88-year-old Jewish woman, was assaulted by Muslims in Sarcelles, a northern suburb of Paris. According to reports in the country, the attackers called at the woman, "Dirty [sic] Jew," "Dirty old woman," and "You deserve it." Moran Azulay | published: 07.04.24 |03:16 YNet

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Four moderately wounded in shooting in Kafr Kassem, central Israel. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/04/2024 02:10 AM JPost

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IDF: At least 160 rockets and drones fired from Lebanon; direct hits reported Nonstop alarms wail as far as Nahariya and Acre as Hezbollah retaliates for assassination of top commander in single largest attack since October 7, reportedly igniting several brush fires Eitan Glikman, Lior Ben Ari, Yoav Zitun | published: 07.04.24 | 02:23 YNet

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Abgeordnetenhaus stimmt für Verbot von Hamas-Dreieck. Das Symbol dient Sympathisanten der Terrororganisation, um Gegner zu bedrohen. 04.07.2024 17:58 Uhr

House of Representatives votes to ban Hamas Triangle. The symbol is used by sympathizers of the terrorist organization to threaten opponents. 07.04.2024 17:58

The majority of the Berlin House of Representatives voted in favor of banning the red triangle of the Palestinian terrorist organization Hamas. A corresponding motion by the black-red government factions was passed on Thursday with the votes of the CDU, SPD and AfD factions. The Green and Left factions abstained.

The motion includes a request to the Berlin Senate to work at the federal level to add the red, downward-pointing triangle used by the terrorist organization Hamas to the ban on its activities. The aim is to prevent the symbol from being visible to the public and to ensure that its use is punishable in the context of the Middle East conflict and Hamas. In addition, the Senate should ensure that "the use of this symbol is prohibited in advance of any assembly law requirements" because it represents a direct threat to people.

The justification for the motion was that Hamas uses the red, downward-pointing triangle in propaganda videos to mark enemies and to mark targets. In Berlin, the symbol is used by sympathizers of the terrorist organization to mark possible attack sites, threaten opponents and claim public space for themselves. epd. Jüdische Allgemeine

Berliner Abgeordnetenhaus stimmt für Verbot von Hamas-Dreieck. (Welt). Berlin House of Representatives votes to ban Hamas triangle July 4, 2024. — The Berlin House of Representatives has voted by a majority to ban the red triangle of the Palestinian terrorist organization Hamas Welt

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The Men, The Money, and The Madness: Part 1:

Meet Hatem Bazian: A Berkley professor, the co-founder of SJP, and the founder of American Muslims for Palestine.

Sources: @ISGAP1 @FDD @JSchanzer @BretStephen_NYT . July 3, 2024. on X HonestReporting @HonestReporting: The Men, The Money, and The Madness: Part 2:

Tracing SJP’s money trail proves it's the furthest thing from grassroots. It’s no wonder that universities that received funding from Arab countries have seen a 300% rise in antisemitism.

Sources: @ISGAP1 @FDD @JSchanzer…

Jul 4, 2024 on X

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“Ugly a** Zionist [sic] Nazi[sic]” – Urooj Rahman at a July 4th mob event organized by Nerdeen Kiswani’s group WOL.

Does Rahman look familiar?

It’s because she was one of the lawyers arrested in 2020 for throwing Molotov cocktails at NYPD! [pic.twitter.com/fZ5h34PJma]

— StopAntisemitism (@StopAntisemites) July 5, 2024 on X

Full video.

Falafelstin terrorists disrupt and try to destroy independence day in nyc. Calling jews [the slur] nazis and stealing ppls flags. Multiple arrested including one from our side. All got tickets and released already.

THIS IS YOUR AMERICA NOW PATRIOTS ARE YOU AWAKE YET… [pic.twitter.com/DRfSn5OwGG]

— Freedom Fighter (@PhuckYourVax) July 4, 2024 on X

“Revolution! Revolution!” – chant Pro-palestine protesters during “Flood Manhattan on July 4th” march as they light up flares in NYC.

Video by @yyeeaahhhboiii2 Desk@freedomnews.tv to license [pic.twitter.com/SwvuG7jHG3]

— Oliya Scootercaster 🛴 (@ScooterCasterNY) July 4, 2024 on X

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Italian Airbnb host cancels Israeli family's booking with antisemitic insult. Father of family planning trip to Europe says received antisemitic message in Hebrew reading 'You can stay under the gas oven' after order canceled.

Itamar Eichner | published: 07.04.24| 03:28 An Israeli family from Nes Ziona, planning a vacation in Europe, encountered antisemitism when trying to rent an apartment via Airbnb in San Vito di Cadore, northern Italy. The property owner canceled the reservation, leaving a note in Hebrew reading, "You can stay under the gas oven." Lorenzo's response, seemingly translated via Google Translate, alluded to the method used by Nazis to exterminate Jews during the Holocaust. "We're shocked," A. told Ynet. "We travel a lot and have always been recommended as clean and tidy guests. It seems hatred toward us due to our Israeli identity is once again surfacing, even among those who are supposedly tolerant and service-oriented." YNet

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IAF fighter jets strike key Hezbollah infrastructure overnight. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/04/2024 07:27 AM JPost

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Putin holds talks with Iran's interim president. By Reuters. 07/04/2024 11:30 AM JPost

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Israeli elderly couple rescued from Jenin overnight. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/04/2024 12:11 PM JPost

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Israel believes Nasrallah would reject diplomatic resolution pushed by US. Special envoy Amos Hochstein proposes demilitarization of South Lebanon, Radwan forces and heavy weaponry pushed back 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) from border; officials say his refusal would legitimize Israeli offensive to bring safety back to north published: 07.04.24 | 15:20 YNet

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'Let Hersh Free': German soccer club's gesture to Israeli hostage. Werder Bremen shares the tribute on social media, adding the caption: 'The message is clear, and from today everyone can see it outside the Weserstadion - 'Let Hersh Free.' Ynetnews | published: 07.04.24 |15:41 YNet

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IAF strikes terrorists operating in UNRWA schools. IDF says Hamas terrorists used 2 schools in Gaza City area as hideouts from which its operatives planned, directed, and carried out numerous terror attacks against IDF troops operating in the Gaza Strip. Israel National News Jul 4, 2024, 4:11 PM The IDF Spokesperson's Unit announced Thursday afternoon that earlier today, the IAF struck terrorists who operated from UNRWA schools in the area of Gaza City- the "Alqahirah" School in Al-Furqan, and the "Musa" School in Daraj Tuffah.

The IDF stated that the schools were used as hideouts for terrorists and as an active operational infrastructure of the Hamas terrorist organization, from which its operatives planned, directed, and carried out numerous terror attacks against IDF troops operating in the Gaza Strip.

Prior to the strike, a number of steps were taken to mitigate harm to uninvolved civilians, including conducting aerial surveillance, using precise munition, and additional intelligence measures.

"The Hamas terrorist organization systematically violated international law, exploiting civilian structures and populations as human shields for its terror attacks against the State of Israel," the IDF stated. INN

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Major (Res.) Itay Galea killed in rocket strike in north.

Major Galea, 38, served as a Deputy Company Commander in the 8679th Unit, and was killed in a Hezbollah rocket attack.

Israel National News. Jul 4, 2024, 6:42 PM. INN

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Netanyahu to Biden: 'I will end the war only after its goals have been achieved' Israel National News Jul 4, 2024, 7:50 PM INN

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3 Israelis suspected of murdering a terrorist on October 7. 3 Israeli civilians arrested on suspicion of capturing and restraining Nukhba Force terrorist after massacre and then killing him. Israel National News, Jul 4, 2024, 10:20 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Hen Mazzig @HenMazzig: Jewish women softball players are not responsible for the decisions of the State of Israel.

The Jewish families who came to see them play are not a valid target of your protest.

I didn't need to see the swastika on their sign to know that this is not about Palestine. Jul 4, 2024 on X

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IDF announces fallen soldier Staff Sergeant Eyal Mimran, one soldier severely wounded. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/04/2024 09:33 PM JPost

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WATCH: IAF jets strike Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/04/2024 10:11 PM JPost

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The BBC busted with terrorist supporters again. July 4, 2024. [129] Abed Abubaker is a terrorist supporter. He publicly celebrates the murder of Jews and justifies the slaughter of civilians. His immediate family supports terrorism. His cousin is an Islamic Jihad terrorist. Abed’s best friend’s father was a Hamas enforcer. How did the BBC fawn over him and give him so much unchallenged airtime on at least four separate occassions?

So here is a legitimate question: How many times can the BBC produce fake news or be caught platforming terrorist supporters before it justifiably gets labelled as a Hamas propaganda website?

I have been doing what I can to highlight the most egregious examples my research uncovered – all that so one day – the BBC journalists and executives responsible for the catastrophic collapse of BBC standards and integrity – will finally be held to account for the tsunami of antisemitism they have helped to unleash.

Exhibit A was an entirely fabricated story about Gazan footballers – lies that were provided to the BBC by a terrorist supporting journalist that helped write the article.

Exhibit B was about how the BBC got caught pretending a child with severe underlying illnesses was healthy before October 7.

This latest example is exhibit C.

The non news story Last November, BBC News ran a ‘non-news story‘ about a 14-year-old football supporter from Gaza who had his photo placed at Anfield stadium by Liverpool fans in a gesture of solidarity. The bridge had been built by his elder brother – Abubaker Abed – a young football commentator / journalist who lives in Deir al Balah in the Gaza Strip.

It was a non-story because there is no substance to it, and it typifies the Palestinian propaganda cause. It was a meaningless and blatant stunt put together between a propagandist in Gaza and an anti-Israel activist in Liverpool. You might expect to see the story being told in a student journal somewhere, or in a Facebook post. You wouldn’t expect to see it anywhere near the BBC website. But this is what activist journalists have reduced the BBC to. The BBC’s new expert

The propaganda stunt in early November introduced Abubaker Abed to the BBC – and it soon became apparent BBC journalists had him on speed dial. I found four separate BBC News interviews with him spread between November and February:

During these interviews: 24/11/2023 Five unchallenged minutes in which he describes massacres, atrocities, soldiers shooting civilians, and babies dying from a lack of food. 1/12/2023 Over six unchallenged minutes in which he is free to talk about ‘Israeli occupation forces’, massacres, atrocities and pushing lies about aid. 11/01/24 Seven unchallenged minutes in which he spreads stories about lack of aid, water, ongoing massacres of civilians and how they are reduced to eating bird food. 08/02/2024 Seven more unchallenged minutes in which he can say whatever he likes to the BBC audience without fear of contradiction.

During the interviews the BBC journalists repeatedly state how important it is to hear voices like Abubaker’s – so as to tell viewers what Gazans are really living with. David Collier

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IDF: Some 100 gunmen killed, over 100 terror sites destroyed during Shejaiya op. By Emanuel Fabian. 05 July, 2024, 10:03 am TOI

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Terrorist eliminated 2 minutes after launching rocket at Nahal Oz. Israel National News Jul 5, 2024, 9:44 AM INN

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US military says it destroyed two Houthi uncrewed surface vessels in Red Sea. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/04/2024 10:48 PM JPost

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UK's Labour wins first electoral seat to declare, Reform UK in second. By Reuters 07/05/2024 01:36 AM JPost

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Joy and schadenfreude in Jewish community as George Galloway is booted out of Parliament. Labour’s Paul Waugh defeats the controversial anti-Israel MP. By Lorin Bell-Cross, July 05, 2024 02:56 ...He won in the Rochdale by-election earlier this year. At the time, he declared “Keir Starmer – this is for Gaza” when he won. An estimated 30 per cent of voters in Rochdale are Muslim and the former Big Brother contestant had been attempting tap into the apparent hostility among some Muslim voters to Labour’s position on the Israel-Hamas war. Speaking on the BBC, former Labour leader Lord Neil Kinnock called Galloway “repulsive” and a “chancer”. The Jewish Labour Movement Chair told the JC: "This is a tremendous result. Galloway is a one-trick pony, a pedlar of vicious hate who never sticks around after winning a by-election to serve the people who elected him. Politics is so much better off without him as an elected representative." TheJC

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Labour rocked by success of radical anti-Israel protest vote candidates. Campaign group The Muslim Vote has helped to unseat two shadow cabinet ministers. By David Rose, July 05, 2024 07:08 ...The incoming Labour government will face intense pressure over the party’s policy towards Israel and the Middle East after radical, pro-Palestine candidates scored a series of triumphs and unseated two shadow cabinet ministers, Jon Ashworth and Thangam Debbonaire.

Candidates backed by campaign group The Muslim Vote (TMV) beat Labour in constituencies with a high Muslim electorate across the country, from Islington North – where the former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn retained his seat after running as an independent – to Blackburn, where Adnan Hussein, a local solicitor who also stood as an independent, won in a town that had been Labour for 69 years... TheJC

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New Muslim Birmingham Perry Bar MP questioned rapes by Hamas on October 7 Pro-Palestinian advocate Ayoub Khan overturned Labour majority with support from Muslim campaign group.

By David Rose. July 05, 2024 11:08 The Muslim Vote's endorsement of pro-Palestinian independent Ayoub Khan helped him take Birmingham Perry Bar from Labour. Ayoub Khan, the independent candidate backed by The Muslim Vote (TMV) who defeated Labour to take the seat of Birmingham Perry Bar, publicly questioned the extent of the atrocities committed by Hamas on October 7. TheJC

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President Herzog congratulates UK's Starmer for election win. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/05/2024 08:25 AM JPost

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Nine months later: Search for massacre victims still underway. Israel National News, Jul 5, 2024, 7:59 AM INN

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NY Times Hires Another Anti-Israel Extremist to Cover Israel. By Gilead Ini, July 5, 2024. The New York Times has a type.

It hired a reporter who once said she can’t bring herself even to look at Israelis, and who admitted that her objectivity “got thrown out the window.”

It hired another who in college was an apologist for Hamas and Hezbollah, denying that the terror organizations are terror organizations, that they are fundamentalists, and even that they have murdered Israeli civilians.

It hired another not long after she expressed outrage that Israel struck a Hamas commander after the terror group fired a barrage of rockets toward Israeli civilians — and even charged that the strike amounted to “murder.”

Shortly after the Oct. 7 massacre, the newspaper commissioned a journalist who had posted on social media, “How great you are, Hitler.”

So it is unfortunate, but hardly surprising, that the New York Times has hired Bora Erden to cover the Israel-Hamas conflict. Erden was a committed anti-Israel activist prior to joining the Times last October. In May 2021, after Hamas rocket attacks into Israel and a consequent round of fighting, Erden signed a letter supporting what was termed the “Palestinian struggle against Israeli colonial rule and its apartheid system.”

The letter, which called for a protest at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City (or “Occupied Mannahatta,” as the protest organizers put it), took aim at the museum because it has board members who support Israel. The problem seemed to be Jewish money. At least four of the the five board members named in the letter were Jewish, while the fifth was pointedly described as using money that came from her husband, who is also Jewish. Camera

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Iranians vote in run-off presidential election amid widespread apathy By Reuters. 07/05/2024 07:31 AM JPost

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IDF strikes Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/05/2024 08:36 AM JPost

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IDF conducts counterterrorism activity in Jenin area, 4 terrorists reported dead. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/05/2024 09:06 AM JPost

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NYC: Anti-Israel protesters burn US flags on July 4. Gary Willig, Jul 5, 2024, 9:11 AM. Anti-Israel activists gather in Washington Square Park, burn American flags on America's Independence Day while waving Palestinian flags. INN

“Ugly a** Zionist [sic] Nazi[sic]” – Urooj Rahman at a July 4th mob event organized by Nerdeen Kiswani’s group WOL.

Does Rahman look familiar?

It’s because she was one of the lawyers arrested in 2020 for throwing Molotov cocktails at NYPD! [pic.twitter.com/fZ5h34PJma]

— StopAntisemitism (@StopAntisemites) July 5, 2024 on X

Full video.

Falafelstin terrorists disrupt and try to destroy independence day in nyc. Calling jews [the slur] nazis and stealing ppls flags. Multiple arrested including one from our side. All got tickets and released already.

THIS IS YOUR AMERICA NOW PATRIOTS ARE YOU AWAKE YET… [pic.twitter.com/DRfSn5OwGG]

— Freedom Fighter (@PhuckYourVax) July 4, 2024 on X

“Revolution! Revolution!” – chant Pro-palestine protesters during “Flood Manhattan on July 4th” march as they light up flares in NYC.

Video by @yyeeaahhhboiii2 Desk@freedomnews.tv to license [pic.twitter.com/SwvuG7jHG3]

— Oliya Scootercaster 🛴 (@ScooterCasterNY) July 4, 2024 on X

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Hezbollah says its leader meets Hamas delegation to discuss Gaza, ceasefire talks. By Reuters. 07/05/2024 09:56 AM JPost

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Oli London @OliLondonTV:

Meet the UK’s new Justice Minister. 🇬🇧🇵🇸 Shabana Mahmood has become the new Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice. The ‘Free Palestine’ activist will be in charge of the administration and reform of core parts of the British justice system. [130] [pic.twitter.com/YschXz4oaC] — Oli London (@OliLondonTV) July 5, 2024 on X

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'In iron chains': The journey of Amit Soussana from captivity back to life. Since her release and return home, Professor Siegal Sadetzki has been accompanying Soussana as she reveals the sexual assault she endured, how she was kept in iron chains and the challenges she faces in her recovery. Adir Yanko | published: 07.05.24 |07:11 YNet

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Mossad 'optimistic' Cabinet will approve hostage release deal.

Israeli delegation led by Mossad chief David Barnea leaves Doha after meeting with Qatari mediators, will consult with the Israeli government.

Elad Benari, Canada. Jul 5, 2024, 8:36 PM IMN

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New UK Foreign Secretary: I back international efforts to secure Gaza ceasefire. Britain's newly appointed Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, reiterates his support for international efforts to secure an "immediate ceasefire" in Gaza and for the release of remaining hostages. Israel National News, Jul 5, 2024 INN

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Posters of hostages vandalized outside Illinois Democrat's office: Vile act of hate Rep. Brad Schneider says posters outside his Capitol Hill office that featured pictures of hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza were vandalized: This was a shameful act on any day, but especially on July 4. Israel National News, Jul 6, 2024 INN

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Barrage on the north: Rocket hits home in Kiryat Shmona, two soldiers injured. Barrage of rockets fired from Lebanon towards northern Israel. Several rockets hit Kiryat Shmona, with one of them directly hitting a building and causing a fire. IDF says two soldiers were lightly injured, strikes Hezbollah targets in retaliation. Israel National News, Jul 5, 2024 INN

IAF strikes Hezbollah sites after rocket attacks near Kiryat Shmona leave two soldiers injured. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/05/2024 10:35 PM JPost

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US Defense Secretary expresses support for Gallant in efforts to close hostage deal. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/05/2024. JPost

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Police clear pro-Palestinian Arab encampment in Montreal. Police clear protesters from pro-Palestinian Arab encampment at Square Victoria in downtown Montreal. 18-year-old man arrested. Elad Benari, Canada. Jul 6, 2024, INN

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Incoming UK PM Starmer, ‘a man of moderation’ who purged Corbyn, tackled antisemitism. By Peter Hutchison. 05 July, 2024 TOI

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Despite huge UK win, Labour party struggled against some pro-Palestinian candidates. Senior figure Jonathan Ashworth loses seat to pro-Gaza independent as UK’s new ruling party underperforms in areas with large Muslim populations; Corbyn wins seat as independent. By Reuters. 5 July 2024, 3:24 pm

LONDON, England — Britain’s Labour Party suffered significant election setbacks in areas with large Muslim populations on Friday amid discontent over its position on the war in Gaza, despite a landslide victory in the parliamentary vote.

The party, which has long counted on the backing of Muslim and other minority groups, saw its vote fall on average by 10 points in seats where more than 10% of the population identify as Muslim.

Jonathan Ashworth, who had been expected to serve in Keir Starmer’s Labour government, lost his seat to independent Shockat Adam, one of at least four pro-Gaza candidates to win. Several other Labour candidates came close to losing.

“This is for the people of Gaza,” Adam said, holding up a Palestinian keffiyeh scarf at the end of his acceptance speech on winning in the Leicester South constituency.

Pro-Gaza independents also won in Blackburn, and Dewsbury and Batley, beating Labour into second in both. Labour also failed to win in Islington North, where its former leader, veteran left-winger and ardent pro-Palestinian activist Jeremy Corbyn, won as an independent.

While Labour has said it wants the fighting in Gaza to stop, it has also backed Israel’s right to defend itself, angering some among the 3.9 million Muslims who make up 6.5% of Britain’s population. TOI

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Jeremy Corbyn leads pro-Palestine bloc by winning Islington North as independent candidate.

The former Labour leader was expelled from his old party but managed to retain his old constituency.

By JC Reporter, July 05, 2024 03:55 ...Corbyn had taken to X/Twitter to make clear that he was basing his campaign not on local issues but on Israel. "Today, Palestine is on the ballot (sic),” he wrote... He was rewarded with victory, with supporters greeting the news with cries of “free Palestine”. It came less than an hour after the Jewish community breathed a sigh of relief as George Galloway lost his set in Rochdale to former journalist Paul Waugh for Labour. The Israel-Hamas war emerged as a key issue in both progressive and Muslim-dominated constituencies as the night wore on.

Voting data showed that the greater the number of Muslim residents in a constituency, the lower the support for Labour, which alienated these voters by showing support for Israel.

In Leicester South, Labour’s Jon Ashworth lost his seat in a surprise upset to independent candidate Shockat Adam, who campaigned largely about Gaza in the heavily Muslim constituency.

Wes Streeting, presumed to be the country’s next health secretary, almost lost his seat to Leanne Mohamad, winning 15,647 votes to her 15,119.

Yet it was not all bad news. We Believe in Israel Director Luke Akehurst, who for years has been a strongly Zionist voice, was elected as the new Member of Parliament for North Durham. TheJC

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Biden’s debate flop raises more questions about his often perplexing Gaza policy. US statements and actions haven’t always lined up, and high-profile efforts have fallen flat; flagging pro-Israel president is likely to face renewed pressure from staff. By Lazar Berman. 5 July 2024, 12:36 pm TOI

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Video shows horrific abuse of Gazans who took aid hoarded by Hamas. Handcuffed Gazans accused of breaking into warehouses where Hamas stockpiles humanitarian aid severely beaten.

i24NEWS, July 05, 2024. i24

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Israeli soldiers are finding Judaica in Gaza — and trying to locate the items’ owners. By Deborah Danan. 05 July, 2024. A seder plate, Hanukkah menorahs and other ritual objects have been discovered during Israel’s ongoing ground incursion in the Strip, raising a legal and moral dilemma for troops. TOI

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Troops surround home in northern West Bank where pair behind killing of Cpt. Alon Sacgiu were holed up; four armed men killed in drone strike amid operation. By Daniel Fabian. 05 July, 2024. Troops surround home in northern West Bank where pair behind killing of Cpt. Alon Sacgiu were holed up; four armed men killed in drone strike amid operation. TOI

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IDF operates in Balata, Nablus, six Palestinians injured - report. By Amir Bohbot. 07/06/2024 JPost

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Europol removes approximately 2000 antisemitic contents from the Internet. By Jerusalem Post. 07/06/2024 JPost

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Terrorist organization using Gaza war as catalyst to expand European influence. Top US official says Hamas is reaching out and creating pockets of support with other terrorist factions that are expanding their influence throughout Europe, utilizing the momentum to recruit new members. ynet correspondents | 07.06.24 YNet

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Iran elects Masoud Pezeshkian as president. Two months after Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi is killed in a helicopter crash, reformist Masoud Pezeshkian is elected to lead the country in his stead. Israel National News, Jul 6, 2024 INN

Iranian reformist Masoud Pezeshkian wins presidential election. Victor promises to ease hardline laws, but supports Khamenei and says he wants good ties with ‘all countries except Israel’; turnout at 49.8%, with 600,000 spoiled ballots. By Agencies 6 Jul 2024, 11:06 am [...] Pezeshkian promised no radical changes to Iran’s Shiite theocracy in his campaign and long has held Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as the final arbiter of all matters of state in the country. He will also not lead change in Iran’s contentious relations with Israel, saying after he voted on Friday that should he win, he would “try to have friendly relations with all countries except Israel.” TOI

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Saudi Crown Prince keen to bolster Iran ties following Pezeshkian victory. Saudi Arabia's king and crown prince congratulated Masoud Pezeshkian on his election as Iran's president, state news agency SPA reported on Saturday. "I affirm my keenness on developing and deepening the relations between our countries and people and serve our mutual interests," SPA quoted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman as saying. In March 2023, Iran and Saudi Arabia signed a landmark China-brokered deal to re-establish relations after years of regional rivalry. Reuters | 07.06.24 YNet

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Mossad chief to mediators: Hamas must agree to cease-fire proposal as is Israeli delegations to head for Qatar and Egypt on Monday to advance hostage deal talks; CIA’s Burns to attend regional summit in support of negotiations; 70% of Rafah tunnels discovered by IDF sealed on Egyptian side. Itamar Eichner | 07.07.24 YNet

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Dr. Yitzhak Yifat, from famed photo of Jerusalem's liberation in Six Day War, dies at 81. BY Maariv. 07/06/2024 JPost

Dr. Yitzhak Yifat, paratrooper featured in famous photo, dies at 81. Dr. Yitzhak Yifat, photographed with two other soldiers by David Rubinger in 1967, passes away at age 81. Israel National News, Jul 6, 2024, 10:03 PM INN

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Explosions heard in Hatzor Haglilit, northern Israel, no sirens activated - report. BY Maariv 07/06/2024 JPost

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UAV strikes vehicle in Baalbek, Lebanon, killing one - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/06/2024 JPost

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Mossad warns Egypt no changes should be made to hostage deal, CIA chief heads to Qatar - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/06/2024 JPost

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IDF kills senior Hezbollah air defense official in targeted strike deep into Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/06/2024 09:29 PM ...Hezbollah terrorist Meitham Mustafa Altaar, who had significant knowledge of Hezbollah's air defense system, was eliminated on Saturday, the IDF announced... JPost

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IDF strikes Hamas terrorists operating from UNRWA school in central Gaza Strip. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/06/2024 09:59 PM Earlier on Saturday, the Israel Air Force (IAF) struck several terrorists operating in structures located in the area of UNRWA's Al-Jaouni School in the central Gaza Strip, the IDF announced on Saturday.

The IDF noted they operated based on IDF and Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) intelligence.

They also noted that the location served as an operational infrastructure and hideout from which attacks were carried out against IDF soldiers.

The IDF stated that prior to the strike, they carried out steps to mitigate risk to civilian harm, including use of precise aerial surveillance and intelligence. JPost

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Israel Air Force strikes Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/06/2024 11:03 PM JPost

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Dr. Guy Bechor: After Hamas brutally beat those it accused of being "thieves" and even wrote "thief" on their backs (and some of them were mere political opponents), a video that the IDF spokesman even circulated [131] around the world, Hamas gave an order to carry out a brutal lynching of them: They were stoned to death by the mob, the most brutal form of death, on video. The beauty of "the day after". After the official Hamas announcement, that it will be the ruler of the Strip and no one else, and therefore will return to sitting over the towns and cities in Israel, and these atrocities, Israel has no reason to continue negotiations with this monstrous organization. July 6, 2024. on Telegram

Imtiaz Mahmood @ImtiazMadmood: "After Hamas beat them and wrote the word "thief" on their backs with a knife, they gave order to "uninvolved civilians" to stone them to death.

And that's what happened. There are no non-involved people in Gaza. They are all Hamas." ~ @6TK9Cn1RB4A49B1

July 6, 2024. on X

Vivid.🇮🇱 @VividProwess: ⚠️BREAKING: Hamas stoned, tortured and killed civilians inside the Gaza Strip and left them to rot on the streets just because they dared to steal some food from the Humanitarian Aid.

I bet one million $ not a single anti-Israel account will share this photo. [132] Jul 6, 2024. on X

Aviva Klompas @AvivaKlompas: This is what Hamas does to its own people. [133] 🇮🇱 Lea Keisar @Lea91750: They did that, too

Jul 6, 2024. on X

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Hamas says it dropped demand Israel vow up-front to end war, but wants mediators’ guarantees. By Agencies and TOI Staff. Terror group seeking commitments that fighting won’t restart, negotiations will continue; Israel reportedly displaying ‘tough stance’; CIA chief said set to join talks in Doha. 06 July, 2024 TOI

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London police arrest 5 at anti-Israel rally; far-left MP Corbyn demands Gaza ceasefire. 06 July, 2024. TOI

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Rescued hostage makes heartfelt plea for deal, as rallies mark 9 months of war. By Canaan Lidor and TOI Staff. 06 July, 2024 Almog Meir Jan says he wants moms to be able hug their kids, ‘like I can now’ as families blast government; mother of captive soldier says Hamas video proves son was abducted alive. TOI

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Notes part III (July 7 - Aug 7)

Israeli air strike in Gaza city kills senior Hamas government official - report. BY Reuters 07/07/2024 03:44 PM JPost

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Netanyahu to meet with hostage negotiation team prior to send-off to Cairo, Qatar - KAN report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/07/2024 04:44 PM JPost

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IDF strikes terrorist hiding place near school. Israel National News, Jul 7, 2024, 4:59 PM INN

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Chilling: Reconstructing hostages' testimonies using AI. In the moment of truth and thanks to AI technology, an international advocacy project, in cooperation with hostage survivors, is launching: We must reach a deal. Israel National News, Jul 7, 2024, 5:18 PM (GMT+3) INN

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Three injured in missile attack in Western Galilee, one American in critical condition - report. By Maariv. 07/07/2024 05:29 PM JPost

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Western Galilee. US citizen severely wounded in Hezbollah antitank missile strike. Israel National News, Jul 7, 2024, 5:36 PM INN

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Maj. Jalaa Ibrahem fell in combat in southern Gaza.

Major Ibrahem, 25 from Sajur, was a Company Commander in the 601st Engineering Battalion, 401st Brigade.

Israel National News, Jul 7, 2024, 6:09 PM INN

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Gallant: Ceasefire with Hamas doesn't mean we'll stop fighting Hezbollah. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/07/2024 06:50 PM JPost

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International media re-enters Gaza, eyes Rafah for first time since IDF took over. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/07/2024 06:54 PM JPost

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Three injured in missile attack in Western Galilee, one American in critical condition - report. By Maariv. 07/07/2024 05:29 PM JPost

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Lieutenant-Colonel in the 401st Armored Brigade moderately injured in Rafah area. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/07/2024 08:29 PM JPost

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Be'eri families to be shown conclusions of October 7 probe. Israel National News, Jul 7, 2024, 11:48 PM INN

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IDF targets Hamas infrastructure in central Gaza Strip. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/08/2024 01:19 AM JPost

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IAF successfully intercepts suspicious target heading towards Israel from Red Sea. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/08/2024 03:49 AM JPost

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Did not cross into Israel IDF intercepts UAVs in the south in the north. Israel National News Jul 8, 2024, 6:20 AM INN

US military says four Houthi drones destroyed in past 24 hours. By Reuters. 07/08/2024 04:28 AM JPost

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Canada: Jewish lawmaker tapped as government's antisemitism advisor. Elad Benari. Jul 8, 2024, 5:21 AM INN

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Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar leaves for Cairo for hostage deal talks. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/08/2024 07:50 AM JPost

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IAF, artillery strike Hezbollah targets across southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/08/2024 07:55 AM JPost

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IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorist Mustafa Hassan Salman in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/08/2024 02:25 PM JPost

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IDF paramedic seriously injured in the northern Gaza Strip. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/08/2024 06:17 PM JPost

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IDF strike southern Lebanon following Hezbollah rocket attacks on Israel. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/08/2024 08:58 PM JPost

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IDF strikes terrorists hiding in school in Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/09/2024 12:26 AM JPost

IDF strikes Gaza terrorists who were using a school as cover.

IAF strikes several terrorists who were conducting terrorist activities using the structures of a school in the Nuseirat area: Hamas and Islamic Jihad. systematically violate international law.

Israel National News, Jul 9, 2024, 12:21 AM INN

IDF says it struck Hamas, PIJ operatives gathered at school in central Gaza. NY TOI Staff. 09 July, 2024. TOI

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Despite reformist president. US not expecting policy change from Iran Elad Benari, Jul 9, 2024, 1:18 AM INN

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Biden meets hostage who was freed in first deal. Israel National News, Jul 9, 2024, 3:26 AM INN

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IDF intercepts aerial target from the East By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/09/2024 04:25 AM JPost

From the east. IDF intercepts suspicious target which approached southern Israel Israel National News, Jul 9, 2024, 4:21 AM INN

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Gallant to hostages' families: 'We have to use the military pressure to advance the deal.' Uzi Baruch, Jul 9, 2024, 4:34 AM INN

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Iran’s president-elect reasserts country’s anti-Israel stance, backs ‘resistance.’ Remarks in message to Hezbollah chief Nasrallah indicate Tehran won’t shift its regional policies under newly elected reformist Masoud Pezeshkian. By Reuters and TOI Staff. 8 July 2024, 8:56 pm TOI

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At least two tunnels neared Israeli border, just across from Nahal Oz; military says 150 gunmen killed in Shejaiya, dozens more in other areas of Gaza City. By Emanuel Fabian. 9 July 2024. At least two tunnels neared Israeli border, just across from Nahal Oz; military says 150 gunmen killed in Shejaiya, dozens more in other areas of Gaza City. TOI

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2 critically wounded in Hezbollah rocket attack on Golan Heights, say medics. By TOI Staff. 9 July 2024. Hezbollah says former Nasrallah bodyguard killed in strike in Syria * Israeli team heading to Doha talks tomorrow * Gallant says IDF to start drafting ultra-Orthodox men next month. TOI

Israeli parents killed as Hezbollah rocket hits their car in Golan Heights. Emanuel Fabian and Agency. 09 Jul, 2024. Noa and Nir Baranes’s car directly hit as they drove home to Kibbutz Ortal; terror group says barrage was retaliation for death of ex-bodyguard of Nasrallah in Syria strike. TOI

2 killed in rocket barrage on Golan Heights. Hezbollah launches barrage of 40 rockets at Golan Heights, killing 2. Israel National News. Jul 9, 2024, 7:36 PM INN

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US State Department report finds persistent antisemitism in Qatari textbooks. 9 July 2024. TOI

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US intel chief says Iran is attempting to stoke Gaza protests. By Katie Bo Lillis, CNN. Published 3:43 PM EDT, Tue July 9, 2024.

Iran is attempting to covertly stoke protests in the United States related to the conflict in Gaza, US Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines said in a statement on Tuesday, posing as activists online and, in some cases, providing financial support to protesters. CNN

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Israeli journalist: Hamas set a condition that will leave most hostages captive Israel National News, Jul 9, 2024, 3:16 PM INN

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Fmr. Shin Bet official warns: The one terrorist who will be the next Sinwar if released. Israel National News, Jul 9, 2024, 3:45 PM INN

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Anti-Hamas activist beaten in Gaza Israel National News, Jul 9, 2024, 10:31 PM INN

Hamas critic beaten by masked men in Gaza. July 10, 2024. By Tom Bennett, BBC News.

([134] Amin Abed in a hospital bed with his arms and legs heavily bandaged. 08/07/24).

Amin Abed is a long-term critic of Hamas rule in Gaza. A Palestinian activist known for organising anti-Hamas protests in Gaza has been taken to hospital after an attack by a group of masked men. Amin Abed, 35, was admitted in critical condition after being kidnapped near his home by five assailants on Monday afternoon. A well-known activist, Mr Abed told the BBC: “I will not stop using my right to express my rejection of the 7 October attack." Public dissent against Hamas has grown in recent months as residents of Gaza grow angry at the huge toll inflicted on the enclave since the start of the war...

‘Armed with machetes.’ Mr Abed described being kidnapped near his house by a group of five men who were armed with guns and machetes.

He was taken to a semi-demolished house, beaten, and called "an agent for Israel" and "a traitor". The leader of the group told Mr Abed's assailants to break his fingers so he could not again write criticism of Hamas or "the heroic events of 7 October". After a group of passers-by attempted to intervene, the attackers fired shots into the air and told them to stay away, claiming they were from Hamas security forces. Eventually, the assailants left and bystanders were able to take Mr Abed to a hospital. Mr Abed is considered a popular figure. Before the war, had been arrested multiple times for speaking out against Hamas rule. On Monday morning, Mr Abed wrote a long criticism of Hamas on Facebook, accusing the group of “dividing the Palestinian people” and “quashing their dream of a state”. “We are tired, world,” he wrote, “we are really tired.” Last week, in an interview with the BBC, he said: “[Hamas] has a lot of support among those outside Gaza’s border, who are sitting under air conditioners in their comfortable homes, who have not lost a child, a home, a future, a leg.” Days earlier, he criticised Hamas in an interview with Saudi TV channel Al Arabiya. A clip from the interview was picked up on TikTok. In 2019, Mr Abed helped organise protests over the state of Gaza’s economy. Fatah, the ruling party in the West Bank and political rival of Hamas, released a statement on Monday condemning “the blatant assault on activist Amin Abed in Gaza”. It did not name Hamas, but said the "de facto authorities in Gaza" had allowed "criminality" to spread in the enclave and held them fully responsible for Abed's well-being. Hamas violently ousted Fatah from the Gaza Strip in 2007, a year after winning national elections, reinforcing its power there and deepening a schism between the two dominant Palestinian groups. Gaza’s Hamas-run police force has largely disappeared from the streets since the start of the war because of being targeted in Israeli air strikes, though the group remains the official authority in the territory. The BBC has approached Hamas for comment. The Israeli military launched a campaign in Gaza to destroy Hamas in response to its attack on southern Israel on 7 October, during which about 1,200 people were killed and 251 others were taken hostage. BBC

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Kamala Harris Lauds 'Emotion' Behind Anti-Israel Protests as DNI Admits Iran Pays for Them. Joel B. Pollak, 9 Jul 2024 Vice President Kamala Harris told left-wing The Nation magazine that she applauds the “emotion” behind anti-Israel protests on campus — even as the government revealed that Iran provides funding for the demonstrations.

In an interview Monday with Joan Walsh, Harris said that the protests — which have disrupted life on campuses and in major cities, and which have targeted Jews — are displaying the correct “emotion” with regard to the ongoing war in Gaza... Breitbart

(Related:

The Nation's “Palestine Correspondent” Crosses A Line. Dec 10, 2021. Mohammed El-Kurd tweeted a video that portrayed a Palestinian attacker as a victim, and refused to update his followers even after the full facts were presented to him. CAMERA)

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After death of couple in barrage: IDF strikes infrastructure from which projectiles were launched.

IAF strikes Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure from which projectiles were launched toward the Golan Heights, killing a man and a woman.

Israel National News, Jul 9, 2024, 11:27 PM INN

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New GOP platform backs Israel, supports US version of Iron Dome. Israel National News, Jul 10, 2024, 3:09 AM INN

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Amsterdam Anne Frank statue defaced with 'Gaza' graffiti. By Michael Starr. 07/09/2024 11:52 PM JPost

Amsterdam: Statue of Anne Frank vandalized with the word 'Gaza' Israel National News, Jul 10, 2024, 4:23 AM INN

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Oakland synagogue windows smashed twice in two weeks. By Michael Starr. 07/09/2024 11:56 PM JPost

Chabad synagogue in Oakland vandalized twice in two weeks. Israel National News, Jul 10, 2024, 5:41 AM INN

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Home Front Command: Terrorists may have infiltrated West Bank settlement Almon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 04:23 AM JPost

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IAF jets strike Hezbollah infrastructure deep in Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 07:15 AM JPost

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Netanyahu considered making layover in Europe en route to Washington - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 08:49 AM JPost

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Israel to send draft notices to ultra-Orthodox Jews in weeks. By Reuters. 07/10/2024 12:45 PM JPost

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Most Israelis support hostage deal to end Israel-Hamas War. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 01:42 PM JPost

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Islamist party in Turkey promotes bill to revoke citizenship from Turks serving in IDF. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 02:15 PM JPost

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Herzi Halevi: 'IDF applying military pressure in all sorts of ways.' By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 02:20 PM JPost

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Gallant: important to seize chance for Gaza deal. By Reuters. 07/10/2024 03:32 PM JPost

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IDF seizes over 150 bags of materials for making explosives in five regional divisions. By Maariv. 07/10/2024 03:53 PM JPost

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'I want to say thanks.' Anat marked her husband's birthday at his grave. Itzik Brandwein, Jul 10, 2024, 5:24 PM INN

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'Thanks, Mom and Dad, for the best life there is.'

Matan, the eldest son of Noa and Nir Barnes who were killed on Tuesday in a rocket strike on the Golan Heights, eulogized his parents: 'I have accepted the responsibility to watch my siblings.'

Israel National News, Jul 10, 2024, 6:40 PM INN

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Two soldiers seriously wounded in battle in Gaza. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 06:24 PM JPost

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Senior Sephardic rabbis give instruction to not report to IDF recruitment offices. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 08:13 PM JPost

Haredi leader to yeshiva students: Don't go to IDF draft offices or answer summons. 10 Jul, 2024. TOI

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The head of the southern region of the Shin Bet resigns. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 08:39 PM JPost

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Hostage's mother to Arutz Sheva: 'As a mother it's hard to think what could happen in nine months.' Yoni Kempinski, Jul 10, 2024, 9:03 PM INN

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Defense Minister Yoav Gallant: 'We have a limited window of opportunity to return hostages.' By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 09:21 PM JPost

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Teachers find bullets on the floor on last day of school in the South. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 09:57 PM JPost

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IAF jets attack Hezbollah terrorists entering military site. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 09:29 PM JPost

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UAVs from Lebanon lightly wound IDF soldier. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 10:47 PM JPost

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US resumes arms shipments to Israel, including 500-pound bombs - WSJ report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/10/2024 11:08 PM JPost

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Candace Owens calls Mengele’s Holocaust experiments ‘bizarre propaganda’ in latest antisemitic scandal. By Ariel Zilber. Published July 10, 2024, 12:24 p.m. ET NYPost

REPUGNANT: Conservative Candace Owens Questions Holocaust, Defends Hitler And Mengele In Latest Rant. July 10, 2024 YWN

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QUEENS: NYPD Investigating Attempted Abduction Of Two Jewish Children. July 10, 2024 YWN

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For the first time since October 7: an Air Force officer admits - the wave of refusals that preceded the war hurt our competence. The commander of the Air Control and Flight Control School Lt. Col. Y. claimed that "around the protest there were quite a few reservists who were not fit for the task" • At a learning technologies conference at the Holon Institute of Technology he clarified that "the starting point for learning lessons is failure" • The IDF: " The operation of the Air Force was not affected on October 7 due to a competency problem." Amit Segal |  N12|  Published 18:37 10.07.24 .

Since October 7, more and more voices have been heard linking the failures of the Air Force to the pilots' protest that followed the legal legislation. Today (Wednesday), for the first time since that Black Sabbath, an officer in the Air Force admits that there was a significant damage to the competence of the force following the wave of refusals that preceded the war. The IDF emphasized that on the morning of October 7, the operation of the Air Force was not affected in any formation due to a competency problem." N12

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IDF Chief of Staff: 'Hostage release deal embodies basic values.' Israel National News, Jul 11, 2024, 4:09 AM INN

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IDF and Shin Bet eliminate key Hamas security terrorist in Gaza Strip. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/11/2024 09:11 AM JPost

Senior Hamas terrorist eliminated in central Gaza Israel National News Jul 11, 2024, 9:13 AM INN

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Candace Owens claims: 'Hitler wasn't [sic] so evil, Mengele experiments bizarre [sic] propaganda' Gary Willig. Jul 11, 2024, 3:32 PM INN

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Last conversation: 'Dad, where are you?' Israel National News, Jul 11, 2024, 11:39 AM INN

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One critically wounded from rocket fire in Kibbutz Kabri in Israel's North. BY Yoav Etiel. 07/11/2024 11:37 AM JPost

Israeli critically injured in UAV strike. Following a series of sirens in northern Israel, a man has been reported critically injured by a UAV strike in Kabri in the Galilee region.

Uzi Baruch, Jul 11, 2024, 12:09 PM INN

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Gallant, US envoy discuss hostage deal, munitions shipment. By Reuters. 07/11/2024 02:19 PM JPost

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IDF strikes further Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, intercepts 'suspicious aerial target.' 11 July, 2024. TOI

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Report: Israel, Hamas to cede control of Gaza to PA-linked force in deal’s 2nd phase. By TOI Staff. 11 July, 2024. TOI

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Israeli negotiators to head to Cairo for further hostage talks, as PM toughens stance. By TOI Staff, Lazar Verman and Reuters. Israeli negotiators were to depart for Cairo Thursday evening for further mediated deliberations on a hostage-for-ceasefire deal with Hamas, the Prime Minister’s Office said, after talks in Doha Wednesday. The delegation will be headed by Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar and will include IDF representatives. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's... TOI

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Poll: 96% of Jews in 13 EU countries experience antisemitism daily. Israel National News. Jul 11, 2024, 5:12 PM INN

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DSA retracts endorsement of AOC over antisemitism panel. DSA National Political Committee (NPC) voted to endorse Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) so long as she fulfills certain conditions. Israel National News, Jul 11, 2024. INN

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For First 7 Hours, Residents Fought Terrorists Almost Alone. Failure and slaughter: IDF’s Be’eri probe shows army’s colossal errors, residents’ bravery. Investigation into Oct. 7 Hamas invasion of kibbutz, where 101 civilians and 31 security personnel died, finds disastrous response by military amid battle against hundreds of terrorists By Emanuel Fabian. 11 July, 2024, 7:01 pm. TOI

IDF probe into Oct. 7 finds: IDF failed in its mission to protect residents of Kibbutz Be'eri. Israel National News. Jul 11, 2024, 7:00 PM INN

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Gaza talks explore alternative to Israeli troops on Gaza-Egypt border, sources say. Sources say discussions revolve around installation of surveillance system to prevent Hamas from smuggling in weapons and supplies from Egypt into Gaza via tunnels that would allow it to re-arm and again threaten Israel; Netanyahu's office denies report. Itamar Eichner, Reuters | published:02:49 YNet

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IDF, Shin Bet eliminate Hamas's Shijaiyah Battalion's Deputy Commander. Military says Israeli Air Force fighter jets utilize Shin Bet intelligence to target senior Hamas terrorist in the Strip who took part in the October 7 massacre. Yoav Zitun | published: 09:11 YNet

Fighting in Gaza. IDF and Shin Bet eliminate deputy head of Shejaiya Batallion. Uzi Baruch. Jul 12, 2024, 5:46 PM INN

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Delta Air Lines bans uniform pins after Palestinian flag row. American company issues apology after X post alluded to it supporting viewing Palestinian flag as 'Hamas flag', sparking outrage online. Daniel Edelson, New York | published: 11:09 YNet

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The arms race to combat the drone threat on Israel. Experts trying to deal with the growing drone threat seen clearly during the Gaza war say laser-guided defense system is ready, but held back by the government; national conference against the threat held in Jerusalem . Tal Shahaf | published: 07.12.24| 13:46 YNet

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Watch: IDF commandos raid UNRWA compound Yoni Kempinski Jul 12, 2024, 3:53 PM INN

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Israeli attacked while entering West Bank Palestinian town, rescued by Israeli forces. By Jerusalem Post Staff. July 12, 2024. Israeli forces rescued a 40-year-old individual who was attacked and slightly wounded after entering the Area A West Bank Palestinian town of Al-Luban, police reported on Friday. JPost

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Rockets fired on the north, IDF strikes in Lebanon. Israel National News, Jul 12, 2024, 11:38 PM INN

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Podcast: US and European elections retain anti-Israel bias. Walter Bingham, Jul 12, 2024, 7:19 PM INN

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July 12: White House to reportedly host Netanyahu for meeting with Biden IDF says it killed senior Hamas operative in Gaza airstrike * Hamas touts technocrat government for West Bank, Gaza after war * IDF finds Hamas command room in UNRWA HQ. By Michael Bachner. and TOI Staff. 12 July 2024, 5:08 am TOI

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FM Katz responds to Erdogan: A country like Turkey should not be a member of NATO. Foreign Minister Israel Katz blasts Turkish President who called on NATO to stop its cooperation with Israel: You decide nothing. Elad Benari, Canada, Jul 12, 2024, 10:22 PM (GMT+3) INN

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CUNY student who menaced Muslim-American nonprofit on Instagram posed with gun, aligned himself with terrorist. By Chris Nesi, July 12, 2024.

A student at CUNY’s Kingsborough Community College made vile anti-American and antisemitic statements online — urging his social media followers to replace fireworks with rocket-propelled grenades to celebrate Independence Day and proudly labeling himself the “Antisemite Of The Year.”

The now-private Instagram account of Faisal Alam — which was viewed by The Post — revealed a disturbing digital crusade calling for violence against America and Jews that also extended to a Mulsim advocacy group.

In one text post, found in a Story about Ramadan 2024, the 22-year-old wrote “america is just as responsible if not more responsible for this genocide against our brothers and sisters in palestine than the yahud, so if you aren’t holding the same disdain for them you hold for israel by Allah you are ignorant or a hypocrite.”

Another post from the same Story includes a meme aligning himself with Anwar al-Awlaki, an American-Yemeni lecturer turned jihadist who in 2011 became the first US citizen in history targeted and killed by a US government drone strike.

A post from December also includes a mocked-up award featuring his name and photo below the text “2023 Antisemite Of The Year” with a caption written above reading, “sorry I win folks good luck next year” and the face with tears of joy emoji.

The executive director of MALA said Alam “fits the profile” of a young man who was “radicalized” following the start of Israel’s war against Hamas.

Alam’s unsettling online campaign also included trolling a Muslim-American advocacy group, the Muslim American Leadership Alliance (MALA).

Leaders of the non-profit, which exists “to promote American heritage and American values of freedom, democracy, and pluralism,” said it was harassed online by the student who only months earlier had sought to collaborate with the group, representing himself as president of the Kingsborough Community College Muslim Student Association (MSA).

In a July 4th Instagram post, MALA wrote “a message celebrating American values of freedom and democracy” to its followers, according to the alliance’s executive director Zainab Khan.

But before long, an unknown Instagram user with the handle “fai5al346” peppered the posting with bigoted comments like “Go back to Tel Aviv and the synagogue, Yehudi,” and slamming MALA for “supporting a country (USA) that killed Muslims abroad,” the group’s leaders said.

Alarmingly, the antisemitic troll also posted a photo of himself wearing a keffiyeh and brandishing a handgun equipped with a silencer…. NY Post

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Pro-Hamas extremists surrounded the main Greek Orthodox church in Brisbane on Friday July 12 to protest a visit by PM Anthony Albanese. Extremists scaled the roof of one of the buildings in the complex while the… [pic.twitter.com/gP0A75feNz] — Australian Jewish Association (@AustralianJA) July 13, 2024 on X

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UN chief: 'There's no alternative to UNRWA' Elad Benari, Canada. Jul 13, 2024, 1:57 AM INN

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In strike in Gaza: IDF eliminates senior member of Hamas' Internal Security Force.

Based on IDF intelligence, IAF strikes and eliminates terrorist Hossam Mansour, who took a substantial part in preserving and perpetuating Hamas' terror activities throughout the Gaza Strip.

Israel National News. Jul 13, 2024, 12:15 AM INN

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Hezbollah announces death of terrorist Mahdi Muhammad Khair al-Din. By Maariv Online. July 12, 2024 23:47 JPost

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July 13: Trump shot in ear at rally; incident said probed as assassination attempt Officials: Audience member dead; shooter was outside rally, was killed by Secret Service * Netanyahu: ‘Not absolutely certain’ Deif was killed; Hamas deputy chief claims he wasn’t. By Elana Kirsh, Michael Horovitz and Michael Bachner. 13 July 2024, 3:34 am TOI

Trump survives assassination attempt, former President makes statement. By Reuters. 07/14/2024 04:26 PM JPost

Benjamin Netanyahu: 'In US, writing was on the wall. Here the writing is on the wall' Israel National News Jul 14, 2024, 10:17 PM INN

Min. Chikli to Arutz Sheva: 'Israel has a lot to learn from Trump assassination attempt' Hezki Baruch Jul 14, 2024, 5:36 PM INN

Trump assassination attempt: Explosives found in assassin's car Israel National News Jul 14, 2024, 7:03 PM INN

Violent rhetoric in poisoned US politics made attack inevitable.

July 14, 2024.

"Nazi comparisons, which would be greeted with furious offence if they came the other way, have become commonplace among the Left." Daily Telegraph

'God bless Trump’: Israeli politicos react to assassination attempt. Violence can never ever be part of politics," tweeted Foreign Minister Israel Katz. Charles Bybelezer, July 14, 2024 / JNS. Israelis from across the political spectrum on Sunday conveyed overwhelming support for Donald Trump following the attempt on his life at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the assassination attempt on the former president and presumptive Republican nominee for the White House “is not only a heinous crime, it is also an attempt to assassinate American democracy.” JNS

'No place in our country’: US Jewish leaders slam Trump shooting. David Isaac, July 14, 2024 / JNS. American Jewish leaders have denounced the attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday... JNS

Life, Liberty & Levin : FOXNEWSW : July 13, 2024.

>> Thank you for coming on, we appreciate it... 

This assassination attempt by the shooter. It is interesting what Kaylee was speaking to -- there is connective tissue between some of that rhetoric out of Hamas with the rhetoric directed -- that tactical world, that my piece but the fact is when you systematically go after someone ...

[Kaylee McGhee White:] To be frank, I [don't] want to be lectured by president Biden about political violence when the man got up on the stage last year and called half of the country semifascist for supporting Donald Trump. I want to be lectured by the likes of Barack Obama and the other leftists who frankly have encouraged annexation political violence on their own side for the past several years. They refused to condemn Black Lives Matter riots and will get Hamas riots on college campus recently when democrats have been given the opportunity to do something about political violence on their own side, they just sit back and watch it happen. Most of the pro- Hamas protesters who stormed Columbia University, the charges against them have been dropped by Alvin Bragg so that something the Democratic party and the left will need to reckon with as we move forward and look at the environment in which this happened. >>

[Trace Gallagher & Aaron Cohen:]..

...called him Hitler for how many years? you demonize ... Americans who want to see what's best for the country, you start pointing fingers up the people who voted for him and wonder how long it will be until someone like this idiot pops out of the woodwork. The problem is there's a lot of guns in this country and legally they can be purchased, I am a fan of the Second Amendment between all of politics and name-calling and rhetoric and propaganda, it's a must a question of time until you have one of these kids like we saw three palestine movement and Antifa in 2020, BLM and all this stuff popping out, it doesn't take much for one idiot to fire a round at 130 yards and missed the president within a matter of ...

And I got to say to myself, with got to come together and snuff this nonsense off and put together and get back to the issues like you said. And how many times to be talk to these young people at these rallies on campuses where they have no idea what they were talking about. They didn't know what it meant to say "From the river to the sea," yet they said it again and again with no concept with they were talking about. They were there because they thought in their minds eye or somebody told them that it was the right thing to do this kind of the same thing we are talking about here. It is easy to believe if you're young and uninformed that this is the right thing, the right fight. Is that impressionable mind, the undeveloped mind and the common thread ... Archive Foxnewsnow. [135].

July 13, 2024: Fox News Anchor Trace Gallagher with guests (Kaylee Mcghee White and Aaron Cohen) elaborated on Dems. conduct vis-a-vis anti-Israel riots. And the fact that Democrat elected Alvin Bragg dismissed the charges against "palestine" violent rioters on Columbia University. As well as the leftists attitude at the "free palestine" (genocidal) "from the river to the sea," shouts. at EoZ

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Mossad chief set to travel to Qatar for hostage deal negotiations - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff 07/14/2024 08:05 AM JPost

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Muhammad Sinwar set to replace Deif, if assassination confirmed - report. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/14/2024 08:29 AM JPost

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Police arrest wife of Hamas operative in possession of a knife. By Jerusalem Post Staff 07/14/2024 01:11 PM JPost

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Court convicts London woman for online support of Hamas. By Michael Starr. 07/14/2024 01:45 PM JPost

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IDF carries out exercises readying troops for war in Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/14/2024 03:05 PM JPost

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Three residents of east Jerusalem charged with stealing classified documents from IDF general. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/14/2024 03:23 PM JPost

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'Sanction Israel' banner held outside Sydney Great Synagogue. The synagogue's "services have been regularly disrupted to accommodate. often incendiary protests in its immediate vicinity," said the New South Wales Jewish Board of Deputies. By Michael Starr. July 14, 2024. JPost

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Netanyahu to meet Biden in Washington two days before his speech to Congress. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/14/2024 06:00 PM JPost

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Hamas is eroding,' Gallant tells Israel Air Force fighter pilots. By Jerusalem Post Staff 07/14/2024 06:17 PM JPost

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IDF fighter jets strike Hezbollah terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff 07/14/2024 09:27 PM JPost

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Trump headed to Republican convention after surviving assassination attempt. By Reuters. 07/14/2024 09:44 PM JPost

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Yair Netanyahu calls Qatar terror sponsors from Miami church. By Walla! 07/14/2024 09:59 PM JPost

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Leading British lawyer: 'There is no genocide, no apartheid, no occupation.' Israel National News Jul 14, 2024, 10:07 PM INN

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IDF to take part in exercise in Jordan Valley on Monday. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/14/2024 10:15 PM JPost

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Kippah-wearing man assaulted in D.C. Walter James accused of attacking Ariel Golfeyz, 31, who was walking from his home in Foggy Bottom to his work as a cybersecurity manager; 'I was in mortal physical danger.' Itamar Eichner | published: 07.14.24 |11:21 YNet

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4 troops wounded in car-ramming attack, IDF confirms. Officer and soldier severely hurt, one of them in immediate danger; 2 other troops in light and moderate condition; Border Police cops on patrol eliminated assailant Yoav Zitun, Meir Turgeman | 07.14.24 YNet

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IDF and ISA confirm: Commander of Hamas' Khan Yunis Brigade eliminated. Israel National News, Jul 14, 2024, 4:33 PM INN

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Israel says Khan Younis Brigade chief killed in Gaza strike; Deif’s fate unconfirmed. By Emanuel Fabian and TOI Staff. 14 July, 2024, 8:46 pm Rafa’a Salameh was a mastermind of Oct. 7 massacre; Shin Bet chief says strike enabled by ‘surgical intelligence’; Gallant vows pursuit of Hamas terrorists ‘will go on for years.' TOI

Shin Bet head on Deif attack: 'Result of a pinpointed-intelligence plan.' Uzi Baruch. Jul 14, 2024, 4:59 PM INN

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IDF Chief of Staff: 'During complex fighting on 10.7 mistakes were made.' IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi Herzi Halevi spoke to the press about the strike targeting Mohammed Deif and the inquiry into October 7th. Israel National News, Jul 14, 2024, 8:57 PM INN

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IDF raids house in Maghazi camp in central Gaza Strip - report By Walla! 07/15/2024 04:33 AM JPost

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IDF soldiers exchange fire with armed Palestinians during Jenin operation. BY Amur Bohbot. 07/15/2024 07:21 AM JPost

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Watch: The chilling testimony of Danielle and Emilia Aloni's survival. Project Remember publishes AI-illustrated testimony of October 7 massacre survivor and freed hostage Danielle Aloni, who was kidnapped to Gaza together with her five-year-old daughter Emilia. Israel National News, Jul 15, 2024, 11:58 AM (GMT+3)

Project "Remember," which aims to visually illustrate the testimonies of October 7 victims to life, has published the chilling testimony of survivor Danielle Aloni and her daughter Emilia.

"We realized that we won't make it out alive," Aloni said in her testimony. "When I heard Emilia's screams, I decided that I would prefer us to die fast, by gunfire. I apologized to her, held onto her, we opened the window ready to die."

"Armed terrorists pulled us out through the window, with their guns trained on us. We thought we were waiting to be shot. But they just kidnapped us to Gaza."

Aloni detailed how her niece was grabbed from her hands, and she was threatened at gunpoint to allow her to go. In the tunnels, she saw people who were severely wounded, people bleeding from their faces, people who had seen their family members murdered in front of their eyes. "And my Emilia saw them as well," she noted.

"We will never forget the sight," she stressed, adding that "not a day goes by" that she does not think of her time in captivity.

Thus far, Project Remember has published the testimonies of Eitan Yahalomi, 12; Ela Elyakim, 8; and Elma Avraham, 85. Now, it brings to light Danielle's testimony, which tells how she hid from the Hamas terrorists on October 7, but was kidnapped together with her five-year-old daughter Emilia. INN

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IDF in Gaza: Terrorist planting explosive devices is eliminated mid-act. Israel National News, Jul 15, 2024, 8:53 AM INN

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Haifa mayor: 'We'll sit in bomb shelters for four days straight during a war.'

Mayor Yona Yahav says his staff is working to prepare the city for a war with Hezbollah. Israel National News Jul 15, 2024, 11:34 AM INN

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“When Gaza burns, Berlin burns” – Pro-Palestinians set fire to Berlin school. July 15, 2024. Medforth Nach Absage von Abifeier: „Wenn Gaza brennt, brennt Berlin“ – Mutmaßlicher Brandanschlag auf Berliner Gymnasium – WELT. 15.07.24 Welt

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Hamas rebuilds military capabilities in UNRWA HQ. Troops find rockets, explosives, drones, a weapons production facility, and a recruitment office in a food line run by the terror group, all put in place after the military withdraws from the area earlier in the war . Yoav Zitun | published: 07.15.24 | 14:57 YNet

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Oil tanker seized by Iran in 2023 anchors near UAE coast, tracking data shows. By Reuters. 07/15/2024 05:03 PM JPost

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IAF jets strike Hezbollah military buildings in southern Lebanon. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/15/2024 05:39 PM JPost

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US ambassador to Israel says indications that Deif was eliminated. By Walla! 07/15/2024 08:08 PM JPost

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Blinken discusses ceasefire talks with Israeli officials. By Reuters. 07/15/2024 08:47 PM JPost

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IDF attacks Hezbollah's military storage facility and structure in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley. By Jerusalem Post Staff. 07/15/2024 09:46 PM JPost

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US military confirms Houthi attacks on vessels in Red Sea. By Reuters. 07/16/2024 03:28 AM JPost

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Watch: Trump makes first public appearance since assassination attempt. Israel National News. Jul 16, 2024, 6:24 AM INN

Watch: Prayer for hostages at Republican National Convention. Israel National News Jul 16, 2024, 2:13 AM INN

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Germany: Lebanese man arrested over procuring drones for Hezbollah. Israel National News. Jul 16, 2024, 6:38 AM INN

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Shooting attack. Three Israelis lightly injured near Shavei Shomron.

Three Israelis lightly injured in a shooting attack on a vehicle near Shavei Shomron. IDF troops are searching the area. Head of the Samaria Council: 'There is a war in Judea and Samaria, just like there is a war in Gaza and on the northern border.'

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