EJC Salutes European Parliament Endorsement of IHRA Definition of Anti-Semitism
The EJC applauded European Parliament's decision to endorse International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of anti-Semitism.
Denmark Orders Review of Funding to Palestinian Authority Projects
“We must be sure that Danish assistance contributes in a positive way to the advancement of human rights in the Palestinian territories," said Denmark's foreign minister.
US Reports Successful Anti-ICBM Missile Test
The test occurred just days after the North Korean regime launched its ninth missile this year.
Danny Danon Appointed Vice-President of the Next UN General Assembly
Danon will begin in September and serve for one year.
Kent Police in UK Ignore Stoning Attack on Jewish Family
Kent Police say they refused to respond because “the informant left the scene and officers deemed there was no further risk."
Israel Demands Explanation of UNSCO Support for Dalal Mughrabi Center in Palestinian Authority
UNSCO "represents the United Nations system ... to mobilize donor funds, and advise donors on key policy decisions."
Bank of Israel Keeps Interest Rate Unchanged in June
"Housing market data have indicated moderation in demand for homes... and continued decline in the flow of new mortgages taken out."
UN Orders Removal of Logo, Pulls Support from Palestinian Authority’s Dalal Mughrabi Women’s Youth...
"The glorification of terrorism, or the perpetrators of heinous terrorist acts, is unacceptable under any circumstances."
Israeli Specialists Step In to Help Manchester Trauma Victims
Prof. Yori Gidron has participated in international disaster and terror relief teams in Japan, Nepal, Haiti and Israel.
North Korea Fires ‘Scud-type’ Ballistic Missile Towards Japan
North Korea recently developed a new missile called the Scud-ER (extended range), capable of flying up to 1,000 kilometers – as far as Japan.
‘Closeness,’ Story of Caucasus Jewish Family, Wins Cannes’s International Critics’ Award
'What interested me most were the feelings a family would experience when learning of the kidnapping of their son and above all, what these relatives would not be prepared to do to save their kin.'
Pro-Settlement Asians Visit Judea and Samaria
The group included businessmen who expressed their desire to establish partnerships with manufacturers in Judea and Samaria.
State Admits: UN Construction at Armon Hanatziv Is Illegal, But What Can We Do
The government will set up a ministerial team to formulate government policy on UN activities in Armon Hanatziv.
Israel Praises Norway for Revoking Funds from PA Center Named for Terrorist
“Standing strongly against the positive commemoration of terrorists is an essential part of the international effort to eradicate terrorism," Israel said.
US Testing Anti-ICBM Defense System in Response to North Korea
It will be the first time the system has been used to intercept an ICBM.
Estonian Jewry Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary of First Jewish Center Since WWII
"Both our nations know what it means to maintain our identity and freedom even under the threat of foreign powers."
US Ambassador to UN Nikki Haley to Visit Israel
This past week Haley visited Jordan and Turkey, where she focused on the needs of displaced Syrian refugees.
UN Organization Hid Positive Report on Israel, Adopted Censure, Under Syrian Pressure
'This is particularly deplorable in view of the abysmal health situation in other parts of Syria. According to the UN, last year alone, more than 300 medical facilities in Syria were targeted.'
Norway Orders Palestinian Authority to Return Funds: No Aid for Glorification of Terrorist Attacks
"Norway will not allow itself to be associated with institutions that take the names of terrorists in this way."
At Last: Foreign Ministry Completes Worldwide Distribution of ‘The Legality of Settlement’
'At no point in history was Jerusalem or Judea and Samaria subject to Palestinian Arab sovereignty.'
Kerry Fuming as Senate Committee Imposes New Sanctions on Iran over Ballistic Missiles
The new Senate sanctions bill, with 48 co-sponsors, imposes sanctions on anyone connected to Iran’s ballistic missile program, including corporations doing business with the program.
Iran Announces Third Underground Ballistic Missile Factory
"We will continue our missile tests and missile production. The next missile to be produced is a surface-to-surface missile."
Muslim Leaders for Coexistence in Manchester Allegedly Tweet Anti-Semitism
Since the attack, social media has been rife with conspiracy myths alleging that a Jewish plot was responsible for the atrocity.
Mother of Ezra Schwartz, z’l to UN: ‘Please Don’t Give Money to Terrorists’
Israel Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon pointed out the Palestinian Authority pays salaries to terrorists in prisons and to families of those killed while attacking Israelis.
Child of Islamic Iranian Father Joins Flag Dance in Jerusalem
The sudden change and trauma in her life spurred P. to begin searching for her roots.
Netanya to Host 2018 World Lacrosse Championship
5,000 athletes and fans from 50 countries will convene in Netanya, Israel, for lacrosse’s flagship international competition.
Czech Parliament Recommends Stopping Payments to UNESCO
The Czech parliament also passed a resolution this week condemning UNESCO’s decisions against Israel as well.
ISIS Claims Responsibility for Manchester, UK Suicide Bombing
"What comes next will be more severe on the worshippers of the Cross and their allies, by Allah's permission."
Netanyahu, Trump Condemn Manchester Attack, Express Solidarity With UK
“I won’t call them monsters because they would like that term, Pres. Trump said. They would think that’s a great name. They are losers, just remember that."
UN Security Council Warns North Korea for Missile Launch
The Security Council noted Pyongyang is “diverting resources to the pursuit of ballistic missiles and nuclear weapons" while its citizens have "great unmet needs.”