Tag: Wednesday
Indian Police Find Motorcycle They Suspect Was Used in Bomb Attack on Israeli Diplomat
The police have begun searching for the owner of the motorcycle, but have not identified any suspects.
Syrian Forces Renew Attack on Hama, Homs
According to rebel forces, Syrian government forces launched an offensive on the city of Hama early Wednesday, targetting residential neighborhoods from armored vehicles and...
Terrorist Released in Shalit Deal Rearrested
Ayman Sharouna was arrested for rejoining Hamas, in "blatant violation of the terms of his release."
An American Odyssey (Part 5)
Is it true that creatures from outer space visited New Mexico and that the U.S. government suppressed the story to avoid worldwide panic?
French President Sarkozy Meets With Gilad Shalit
According to a statement released by the president's office, Sarkozy saluted Shalit for his exemplary courage.
Israel Celebrates Tu B’Shevat
School children and families across Israel celebrated the holiday of Tu B’Shevat on Wednesday, planting trees and eating fruits native to the Land of Israel in honor of the New Year of the Trees.
Israeli Labor Strike Causes Closures, Delays
Israel’s main labor union, the Histadrut, declared a general strike on Wednesday impacting services across the country.
General Strike to Take Place in Israel on Wednesday
The strike is expected to paralyze financial, government, and transportation sectors.
Germany Raises Diplomatic Ties With PA/PLO
Germany has just raised the level of representation of the PA/PLO delegation in Berlin to "Diplomatic Mission" headed by an Ambassador. This was announced...
Anti-Israeli Hacker Group Claims To Release Details of 26,000 Israeli Credit Cards
"Team Poison", a well-known hacking group, has infiltrated numerous websites since the group was established in 2009, including that of the United Nations.
‘Occupy Oakland’ Votes to Support BDS Movement Against Israel
The vote in the Occupy Oakland's 'General Assembly' was nearly unanimous.
Four British Muslims Plead Guilty to Bomb, Murder Plots
The terror cell planned to bomb the London Stock Exchange and the American embassy, and murder London's mayor and two Rabbis.
Netanyahu to UN Chief: No Settlement Freeze As Precondition to Negotiation
Netanyahu: "Settlements are not the crux of the conflict, but one of its outcomes. The conflict started 50 years before there were settlements."
UN Nuclear Inspectors Plan Return Visit to Iran
Herman Nackaerts, deputy director general of the IAEA, said his team "had a good trip."
Palestinians Rejected Israel’s Outline for Borders and Security in Amman Talks
Palestinian sources claimed that the Israeli principles presented would destroy any chance for a two-state solution.
United Torah Judaism MK to Livni: ‘You’re Our Enemy’
MK Yisrael Eichler makes comments in response to Livni's condemnation of ultra-orthodox sector.
Cyber Attacks UPDATE: Anti-Israeli Hacker Strikes Haaretz News Website
'Anonymous Palestine' claims responsibility in tweet.
Peace Talks Over, Abbas Says
Even before the meeting on Wednesday, PA and Israeli officials declared the talks fruitless, with each side trying to portray the other as the recalcitrant one.
Cyber Attacks UPDATE: Anti-Israel Hackers Strike Israeli Hospitals’ Websites
The websites of Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer and Assouta Medical Center in Tel Aviv were both taken offline.
Russia Reiterates Disapproval of Western Handling of Syria
Russia opposes sanctions and military intervention against Syrian regime.
US Congresswoman Urges Jordan to Appoint Ambassador to Israel
Ileana Ros-Lehtinen met with Jordan's King on his recent trip to Washington.
Iran Says Obama Called for Direct Talks in “Red Line” Letter
Iranian lawmaker says threats were accompanied by offer for dialogue.
Livni Sets Kadima Primaries for March 27
Livni was under heavy pressure from Kadima party members.
UPDATE: IAF Strikes Terrorists Planting Bomb on Gaza borders
Two terrorists killed, one wounded.
President Peres Denies Israeli Role in Iran Assassination
Peres: "Fashionable" for Iran to blame US, Israel.
Video Surfaces of US Marines Desecrating Taliban Corpses
Afghan leader condemns, US officials express shock.
Deputy US Secretary of State holds talks with head of Muslim Brotherhood
Number two US diplomat William Burns meets with Mohamed Morsi, head of Freedom and Justice Party.
Arabs stone Israeli Bus Traveling in Etzion Bloc
No injuries reported, IDF sweep under way.
Old and New: Podwal’s Altneuschul Paroches
Mark Podwal is a busy, busy man. When I wrote that in these pages in September 2010 it is now clear I didn’t know the half of it…witness his current exhibition at Yeshiva University Museum.
Syrian Govt. Dumps 34 Bodies in Public Square
The British-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said Saturday security forces loyal to President Bashar Assad shot at least 20 people to death in...