Is Jerusalem Truly Israel’s Capital?

Since the international community relies on the 1947 UN partition plan regarding the legal status of Jerusalem, it refuses to recognize Israeli sovereignty over any part of the city.

Report: Israel ‘Engaging’ With International Criminal Court Over Operation Protective Edge

Israel is "exchanging information" with the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court at The Hague over the events during Operation Protective Edge.

Attack on Synagogue in Paris Suburb

A synagogue in a Paris suburb was attacked and a window was broken but the identity of the vandal/s is unknown.

Russians Support Keeping Some Settlements Intact in Peace Negotiations

Signaling the Russians' intense interest in remaining involved in the process, TASS on Friday ran five different stories involving Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov and the peace agreement.

Liberman Opens Crossings Between Palestinian Authority, Gaza and Israel for Ramadan

The barriers are coming down and Palestinian Authority citizens will be able to visit Israeli relatives and pray in Jerusalem, during the Islamic month of Ramadan.

World Boxing Champ Muhammad Ali Dead at 74

One of the greatest heavyweight boxers the world has ever known, Muhammad Ali, is dead at the age of 74.

Can Lawyers Help Solve The Agunah Crisis?

Lewin said that today every time he visits Israel, he is asked to visit the Rabbinical Court to discuss cases of Israeli husbands who have absconded to the United States without giving their wives a Get.

Israeli Arab Pundit Urging Louis C.K. to Cause Trouble on Jerusalem Visit

"Only if he causes a political scandal that will dominate the local and world press, will I forgive him," Kashua vowed.

Gay Activists Threaten Gay MK’s Life Ahead of Parade

Ohana received the information from senior members of the Knesset Guard.

Israel Gay Pride Police Arrest Nursery School Teacher to Protect Parade

It is obvious that police are terrified of a repeat of the Jerusalem parade murder, where they allowed near the parade a known violent attacker of gays.

Tennessee Team Donates Uniforms to Israel Football League

UT gave up its sponsorship contract with Adidas to Nike, and as a result a large load of completely unused gear became useless.

False Pictures Fill Palestinian Authority Report to World Health Organization

In just one of many examples, a photo is captioned “settlers attack a Palestinian child ...” however, the child in the photo is actually a Jewish boy from Havat Gilad, and there are no Arabs in the photo at all.

Orthodox Shul Will Keep LGBT Shabbaton Despite Neighborhood Rabbis’ Objection

"We encourage you to show your support by coming to shul this Shabbat for services and for the Shabbaton programming, and we welcome your feedback, questions, and notes of support."

On Jerusalem Day, Hebron Residents Recall Historic Return to Ancient City

Residents of Hebron are marking 49 years to the liberation of the Tomb of Patriarchs.

‘State of the Heart’: Israeli Medical Conference Highlights Cardiovascular Advancements

Hundreds of international researchers and healthcare professionals gathered at the Rambam Hospital in Haifa this week for a conference dubbed “State of the Heart.”

Israel: ‘You Don’t Need to go to Paris to Solve Conflict’

On the eve of the French peace conference to help foster peace between Israelis and the Palestinian Authority, Director-General of the Israeli Foreign Ministry Dore Gold is less than optimistic.

Justice Ministry Issues List of 27 NGOs that Must Disclose They Work for Foreign...

Attorney Talia Sasson, President of the New Israel Fund, said on Thursday that about half the NGOs on the list receive funding from NIF.

Trump May Come to Israel in July to Visit the Southern Wall

Trump has written: "Ironically, some of the same people who claim we shouldn’t build a wall cite the success of Israel’s wall."

Israel Gives Security Lessons to Airport Security Execs

Israel plays host to 40 airport executives next month who are coming to learn how to make their airports more secure.

Fizzing SodaStream Stock Bubbles Over Homemade Beer System

The brand concept is about making quality home-crafted beer using sparkling water and a unique beer concentrate brewed to perfection.

Israeli Bus Attacked by Terrorists Near Tekoa in Gush Etzion

An Israeli bus was attacked by stone-throwing Arab terrorists near Tekoa, again.

Major Internet Firms Join ADL, European Jewish Groups to Battle Hate Speech Online

The major Internet firms have agreed to cooperate with the ADL and European Jewish groups on a Code of Conduct to battle bullying and hate speech online.

Netanyahu Promises $220 Million Toward Jerusalem Development

"We are developing Jerusalem and building it,” Netanyahu said in a cabinet session in advance of Jerusalem Day.

International Jewish Unity Day Ceremonies Hosted by Pres. Reuven Rivlin

International Jewish Unity Day ceremonies were launched by Israel's Pres. Reuven Rivlin.

Nefesh B’Nefesh Launching $10K Grants to Olim Planning Small Businesses

Applicants must be Olim or have a confirmed Aliyah from NBN by Jan. 10, 2016.

Female Arab Terrorist Shot and Killed at IDF Military Post in Samaria

A female Arab terrorist tried to stab an IDF soldier but was shot and killed instead.

Unified Jerusalem Focus of Great Political Divisions

"Jerusalem will not remain Jewish, moral, whole and safe unless ... we urgently move towards an agreement between both nations, without delay and without excuses," Herzog stated.

NGO Petitions Court to Limit Flags Parade on Jerusalem Day

The rightwing Am Kalavi (Heb: Lion-like Nation) NGO, which organizes the parade, called the petition a leftwing provocation intended to create a spit and to segregate Jews from the Old City of Jerusalem.

Revealed: 10% of 2015 Attacks Perpetrated by Arabs-Turned-Israeli Via Family Reunification Law

The provision has been the subject of a tireless match of wills between the Supreme Court and the Knesset since 2004.

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