Gustav Metzger, Father of Auto-Destructive Art, Dead at 90

The Who's Pete Townshend who studied under Metzger claimed the latter's teachings had inspired him to destroy guitars onstage at the conclusion of his band's concerts.

Muslim Teen Gets 7 Years for Attacking Jewish Teacher in France

After the attack, the head of the Jewish community in Marseille was widely criticized for telling Jews in his city not to display their yarmulkes in public.

Brussels on Level 3 Alert, Terror Attack Foiled Near Ancient City Gate

Sainte Gilles Mayor Charles Picque said the driver was a "radicalized man." He was detained after police found the gas canisters in his car.

Croatian Government to Investigate Country’s Pro-Nazi History

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic said he would like the commission to recommend how to educate children about human rights violations under totalitarian regimes.

Report: Obama Staff Collected Last-Minute Intelligence on Trump’s Russian Ties

The British and the Dutch, according to former anonymous American officials speaking to the Times, provided information on meetings between President Vladimir Putin's and Trump's associates in European cities.

Netanyahu Meets with Indian National Security Adviser

The meeting was in preparation for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel this summer.

Israeli Art Exhibit, Highlighting Refugee Crisis, Open at UN Delegate’s Entrance

The exhibit draws attention to the refugee crisis and features works of welded iron superimposed over Reuter’s photographs of refugees.

Report: 80.59 Carat ‘Star of Viluysk’ Sold During Israel’s International Diamond Week

Recently, Russian mining giant Alrosa and the Israel Diamond Exchange signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at increasing cooperation between the two organizations.

ISA: Israeli Convert to Islam Indicted on ISIS Ties

The ISA views the departure of Israelis to Syria and Iraq as a very dangerous phenomenon.

Netanyahu to Zambian President: Africa’s Future Endangered by Radical Islam

'In seizing the future, Israel is coming back to Africa in more than a verbal way,' Netanyahu promised.

Herzog Warns Israel to Prepare for Jews Fleeing Western Anti-Semitism

"I call on the government to urgently prepare... a national emergency plan for possible waves of immigration of our Jewish brothers to Israel."

Mahmoud Abbas to UNHRC: Recognize ‘Palestine’ to Preserve Two-State Solution

"Palestine will remain the litmus test for this council," Mahmoud Abbas told the UN Human Rights Council.

154 French MPs Demand Hollande Recognize Palestinian State

'This is the way to respect international law as well as the security of Israel.'

Tziporah Malkah, Netanyahu’s Tycoon Friend’s Former Fiancée, Booted Off Aussie Reality Show

She was engaged to billionaire businessman James Packer until the couple separated in 1998 after five years together and a two-year engagement.

German Ambassador to Confer Order of Merit on Hebrew University President

The Federal Republic of Germany will recognize Prof. Ben-Sasson's commitment to German-Israeli relations

Jewish Holocaust Scholar Saved by Texas A&M Official from Deportation

His lecture at the symposium was titled Writing on the Dark Side of the Recent Past.

Pro-Palestinian Crowd Demands Netanyahu’s Trial as PM Wounds-Up Australian FM

'This guy is a wanted criminal, and our prime minister is very happy to hug him and kiss him and be with him – that's unfair.'

Iran Atomic Energy Chief: We’re Buying 950 Tons of Yellowcake from Kazakhstan

Salehi quoted historian Arnold Toynbee, who predicted that if the Islamic people were freed from their shackles, the world would see the emergence of a civilization which would challenge the West.

Heidelberg Police Shoot Terrorist who Rammed into Pedestrians Injuring Three

The driver, wielding a knife, tried to escape but was intercepted by police and shot.

Arabs Yelling Anti-Semitic Slogans Attack Two Jewish Brothers in Paris

When they saw they were wearing yarmulkes they drove ahead, blocked their car's path and attacked the brothers using blunt instruments.

Netanyahu to Australia’s Jewish Youth: Stand with Israel, Be Proud Jews, in Sydney and...

'If there's one thing that I could tell you here today: Be proud Jews. Stand up. Be proud. Stand with Israel. Stand with our people. Be proud Jews. Do this in Sydney and do it in Jerusalem and come this year to Jerusalem.'

Pope Greets Jewish Friend, Waxes Philosophical on the ‘Precious’ Torah

'The fraternal and institutional dialogue between Jews and Christians is now well-established and effective, made so by encounters that are ongoing and collaborative.'

During Historic Visit, Netanyahu Shares with Australia’s PM Personal Moments with Lubavitcher Rebbe

Following Netanyahu's speech, Wolff presented him with a framed photo of the prime minister receiving a dollar bill from the Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory.

Israel Bonds Celebrates New Record in Global and US Sales

"Investing in Israel has touched a response chord with individuals from all walks of life."

Israel’s Netanyahu: We Must Battle Those Seeking to Demonize Our People, Resurgent Anti-Semitism [video]

"See this miracle. See the Land of Israel. See the people of Israel. The State of Israel lives. The people of Israel thrive. Am Yisrael Chai.”

PM Netanyahu Cites ‘Warm Welcome’ on First Official State Visit to Australia

"We remember Australia was the first country to vote for the Partition Resolution calling for establishment of a Jewish state."

Russia’s Chief Rabbi: No Such Thing as Religious Extremism

Rabbi Lazar noted that many faiths have in them followers who promote pseudo-religious extremism.

East Ukraine Jews Again Facing Daily Artillery Barrages

'We prayed Shacharit so well that the walls of the synagogue were shaking,' Rabbi Mendel Cohen, jokes wearily.

7,591 Miles from Home, Two-State Solution Haunts Netanyahu’s Australia Visit

Although Netanyahu was not prepared to use the numbers one or two in his statements, he said he did not want two million new Arab citizens of Israel.

US Calls On EU to Join Fight Against Radical Islamic Terrorism [video]

"We call upon the European community to join with the United States in continuing to intensify our efforts to counter... radical Islamic terrorism here."

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