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‘Tornado Continues to Hit Tehran’ as Israel Bombs Area Around Khamenei’s Bunker
Israel's Home Front Command will relax some of the public security restrictions in place since the start of Operation Rising Lion to help the economy get back on track.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Rejects Trump’s Call for Surrender
“It isn’t wise to tell the Iranian nation to surrender."
Israel Invites Iranians to Work for the Mossad
The invitation was issued as Israeli forces have begun targeting Iran’s internal security forces.
Israeli Warplanes Destroy ‘Emad’ Missile Launcher
The IAF also identified and struck five Iranian AH-1 attack helicopters that were at a military base in the Kermanshah area.
IDF Strikes Iranian Nuclear Centrifuge Production Site
“The Iranian regime is enriching uranium for the purpose of developing nuclear weapons,” the IDF said. “Nuclear power for civilian use does not require enrichment at these levels.”
IDF to Integrate Autistic Recruits into Regular Tracks, Including Potential Combat Support Roles
“The IDF is working to optimally integrate unique populations, including those on the autism spectrum, while balancing professional responsibility with the needs of the system.”
US Embassy in Jerusalem Closed Due to Iran War
The temporary closure, prompted by security concerns, is in accordance with guidance from the IDF’s Home Front Command.
Pentagon Removing ‘Israel Planner’ from Joint Staff, Launching Probe
“He will no longer be on the joint staff while the matter is being investigated,” a Pentagon official told JNS of Col. Nathan McCormack.
As Israelis Struggle to Come Home, Birthright Evacuates 1,500 Participants from Israel
The 13-hour voyage by cruise ship from Israel to Cyprus was conducted under the protection of the Israeli Navy.
Washington Post: Israel Emerges as Undisputed Hegemon in the Middle East
Isn’t it peculiar that former State Department officials and left-leaning columnists appear unsettled by the idea of Israel leading the Middle East toward a freer, more stable future?
First Flight Lands at Ben Gurion as ‘Operation Safe Return’ Starts Repatriating Stranded Israelis
Ahead of landing, Minister Regev spoke with the flight’s captain, Nechama, saying: “We are waiting for you."
Iran Claims: We Have Gained Complete Control over the Skies of Israel
“The Zionist cowards' shelters shook again and again, and tonight's attack proves that Israel’s residents are now fully exposed to Iran’s missile capabilities,” Tajik announced.
Israel is Killing Gaza With Obesity
The false claims that Israel is killing the invasive population in Gaza with hunger is false, but the massive truckloads of aid being brought in to save the Hamas supporters from a famine that doesn’t exist may be even more lethal.
Truly ‘monstrous’ sanctions on Israel
Stop throwing pernicious pieties about concocted “settler violence” in Israel’s face as it fights for its life
Do the Saudis Actually Oppose Israeli Strikes on Iran?
Follow the Oil and forget what they say, just watch what they pump.
Leftists Jeer US Army’s 250th Birthday Parade
The so-called ‘No Kings’ rallies were ugly, divisive and in some cases included terrorist flags
Iran Saw What Looked Like Weakness – Then Time Ran Out
The U.S. appeared afraid of escalation. The U.S. seemed to want a deal more than Iran did.
From bomb shelters to Tehran’s skies: Israel’s ancient struggle to survive
Israel’s enemies still believe it can be broken with rockets or rhetoric. They are wrong.
An Interview with Alan Dershowitz
I think the question that should be asked all the time is 'Why the Jews?' Why is it that the world, particularly the left, has turned so ferociously against the Jews? You can't blame Israel because it happened before Israel. It's going to happen again.
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Prosemitism in a World of Hate
First, Yishai reviews Prime Minister Netanyahu's message in English after the Washington DC double murder of Israeli Embassy workers. Then, Brigadier General Amir Avivi on Israel's vision for control in Gaza. Plus, Fleisher Family goes berry picking! And finally, Ben Bresky on the miraculous story of the Bat Ayin.
Israel Did Good, But It Didn’t Give the ‘Knock-Out’ Blow! – The Tamar Yonah Show [audio]
Israel had spectacular success in hitting strategic targets in Iran, but it didn't give the Islamic Regime that 'Knock-out' blow - which would prevent Iran with the means to retaliate and hit back at Israel's civilian population. -This lack of making it impossible for the regime to hit back, is something that invites a tit-for-tat warfare that keeps on going.
A Lost PR Opportunity – Phantom Nation [audio]
Israel's mishandling of Greta T.
Anti-Israel Extremism Among Pro-Palestinian Groups – Alan Skorski Reports [audio]
“Once these groups pivot to attacking Hindus, it will become clear they were never about Palestine,” Mauro said. “They jump from cause to cause to create chaos and insurgency in America.”
It’s Just Another Monday
We have been here before. We have seen how quickly the world turns. How Jewish suffering is minimized. How our tears are measured against the political utility of those who hate us.
Q & A: K’chut Ha’sa’ara – Harsh Punishment (Conclusion)
Question: I find it very difficult to understand the punishment of death that was meted out to Rabbi Akiva’s students. If he was so great, we must assume that they were of a superior caliber. If so, why such a harsh punishment?
Zelig Aronson
Queens, N.Y.
What’s In A Parsha?
The sedra has 2,264 words and 8,632 letters. Even though Naso’s pesukim are well below average in length (in number of words or letters), it still ranks #1 in all categories.
When Selfish Becomes Selfless
Everyone wants to contribute something significant to the world; to play a meaningful part in the cosmic symphony we call life. This desire is an inherent part of being human.
Lashing Out and Maintaining Dignity
We see that it is a Torah value to maintain composure, even under the most dire circumstances. When we look at the commentaries, we see different ideas as to why this is so, each reflecting on the human condition. Rashi says that remaining calm rattles and humiliates the enemy.
Lesson Learned
How many people choose to politely confront the people they’ve been hurt by without bearing a grudge, stewing, seeking revenge or sulking?
Part of Barter
It’s not my fault that the Chofetz Chaim card was ruined; it’s your loss!
Parshat Beha’alotecha: Lighting the Flame of Moral Clarity
This is Judaism’s unique gift: the slow accumulation of wisdom through repeated encounters with Torah. Not through theoretical lectures, but through real life examples.
TORAH SHORTS: Parshat Behaalotcha: Aliyah and Age
Home is not where you live, but where they understand you.— Christian Morgenstern
Investing in “Hell Insurance”
As we are taught, Ein tzaddik ba’aretz asher yaaseh tov v’lo yecheta – There is no righteous person in this world who does good and doesn’t sin, there is certainly what to worry about.
With All One’s Heart
Wealth can also lead one astray: Wealth hoarded by its owner is to his detriment (Koheles 5:12). Avshalom was blessed with beautiful hair (Sotah 11a) and Shimshon was blessed with strength, but these attributes led them astray.
The Longest Chapter, the Deepest Exile
Parshat Naso, as you know, is the longest single parsha in the Torah. In most years, Naso follows Shavuot, which is appropriate – once...
A Vision
With regard to the Birkas Kohanim, the Zohar comments that actions performed in this earthly world inspire astounding conduct in Heaven. When the Kohanim spread their fingers to bless the Jewish people, it rouses the Divine Presence to dwell upon His people.
