And so we try to stay optimistic and carry on as before as much as possible, but with the constant nagging awareness that the situation is probably going to go from bad to worse before there can be any improvement. [Dorothea Shefer-Vanson]
Israelis’ Sense of Confidence, Optimism Go Up, Down as Peace Hopes Vanish Read More »
Dorothea Shefer-Vanson, Israel, Lifestyles, Middle East, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Published by Benzinga In the wake of Iran’s recent assault on Israel, former US President Donald Trump has revived his 2018 warning to Iran. What Happened: Trump reacted to Iran’s Saturday attack on Israel by reposting a 2018 tweet in which he cautioned the Iranian president of severe repercussions if the US was threatened again.
In what is being described as a remarkable military success, an international coalition, led by the US military, combined with Israel’s multi-layered and technologically sophisticated aerial defense systems, intercepted 99% of the arsenal fired, resulting in only one major injury. (Jewish Federations of North America)
Jewish Federations Summarize Results of Iran’s Attack on Israel Read More »
International, Israel, Middle East, Press Release, San Diego County, USA
In the moment, I’m writing while rockets and drones from Iran have just attacked Israel. The American president’s “Don’t” didn’t deter Iran from unleashing 300 drones, rockets, and missiles against “the little Satan,” Israel. Now is the time for Israel to switch from its defensive posture to an active offense against Iran. There will never be a more opportune time! [Steve Kramer]
How Will Israel Respond? Read More »
Israel, Jewish History, Middle East, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Steve Kramer, USA
A steady stream of Jewish reaction to the Iranian missile and drone attack on Israel on Saturday, San Diego time, has been received by our publication. Here, in the order received, is what individuals and organizations had to say. {SDJW]
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International, Israel, Middle East, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Published by AFP Jerusalem (AFP) – Iran launched more than 200 drones and missiles on Israel in an unprecedented attack late Saturday, the Israeli army announced, in a major escalation of the long-running covert war between the regional foes. Iran’s proxies and allies also carried out coordinated attacks on Israeli positions as sirens sounded in
Iran launches unprecedented strikes on Israel, risking wider conflict Read More »
Israel, Middle East, Nordot
Published by DPA International US President Joe Biden said on Friday he expects Iran to launch an attack against Israel “sooner than later.” He said he did not want to elaborate on what classified intelligence Washington had about Tehran’s plans. “We are devoted to the defence of Israel. We will support Israel. We will defend
Biden expects Iran to attack Israel ‘sooner than later’ Read More »
Israel, Middle East, Nordot, USA
Published by RBC-Ukraine Iran has signaled to Washington that it will respond to a potential Israeli attack on its embassy in Syria in a way that avoids serious escalation and will not act hastily, Iranian sources reported, reports The Times of Israel. According to sources cited by The Times of Israel, Iran’s message to Washington
Iran promises controlled attack on Israel Read More »
Israel, Middle East, Nordot, USA
Published by DPA Israeli forces launched a fresh deployment in the central Gaza Strip in the early hours of Thursday, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said. The announcement referred to “a precise, intelligence-based operation to eliminate terrorist operatives and strike terrorist infrastructure in central Gaza.” Israeli combat jets had struck targets above and below the
IDF launches renewed operation in central Gaza Strip Read More »
Israel, Middle East, Nordot
Published by Mirror By Bradley Jolly Footage captures a Hamas leader shrugging off the news his three sons and several of his grandchildren were killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza. Ismail Haniyeh, 61, hears for the first time his children have died, though he barely flinches and remains composed amid a visit to see
Hamas leader’s chilling reaction as he is told his three sons have been killed by IDF Read More »
Israel, Middle East, Nordot
Published by AFP Gaza Strip (AFP) – The leader of Hamas said on Wednesday Israel had killed three of his sons in an air strike in Gaza as the war in the Palestinian territory raged despite ongoing truce negotiations in Cairo. Qatar-based Ismail Haniyeh said his three sons and “some of” his grandchildren had been
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Israel, Middle East, Nordot
We were there, NIF alongside our generous and compassionate community, when Israelis needed us most. I now am asking us to extend that compassion to the civilians suffering in Gaza. [Daniel Sokatch]
New Israel Fund Raising Money for Food for Gaza Read More »
Israel, Middle East, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Published by AFP Washington (AFP) – US President Joe Biden said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Gaza policy was a “mistake” and urged Israel to call for a ceasefire, in an interview aired Tuesday. Biden’s comments were some of his strongest criticism yet of Netanyahu amid growing tensions over the civilian death toll from Israel’s war
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Israel, Middle East, Nordot, USA
The story of the Battle of Halys River, while potentially embellished with the passage of time, offers valuable insights into the delicate interplay between war and peace. It highlights the potential for unforeseen events, in this case a celestial phenomenon, to disrupt the course of conflict and create an opening for diplomacy. [Rabbi Michael Leo Samuel]
The Enduring Shadow of War: Herodotus, Celestial Omens, and the Quest for Peace Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Israel, Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi, Middle East, Staff and Bylined Contributors, The World We Share, USA