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Would things have worked out differently if the Jews had established their state in a less hostile part of the world? Should they have settled for less than full statehood? Here's a look at what could have been if other proposals panned out

This may be the first time in the history of birth-crazed Israel, in which it is permissible to question the choice to bring children into the world

Heat waves, war, and an increasing political weight has put pressure on the seemingly sturdy but really quite fragile fruit

The victim of the attack was named as Raphael Mordechai Fishoff, a 35-year-old Hadera resident. Medics reported that six others were also wounded after a 36-year-old resident of the Israeli-Arab city of Umm al-Fahm carried out a suspected terror attack, according to Israel Police

  The past few weeks have been significant for the aviation and tourism sector in Israel, with over twenty airlines canceling flights to Israel amid Iranian threats of retaliation for the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh and the more recent elimination of Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah, followed by the Iranian attack on Israel. […]

  The Guardian has found itself at the center of a heated controversy following its review of "One Day in October," a documentary focusing on the October 7 Hamas attacks on Kibbutz Be'eri. The review, published recently, has sparked significant backlash across social media platforms, particularly on X. The Guardian's review, written by Stuart Jeffries, […]

Intisar Hijazi was arrested after posting a video of herself dancing and smiling with the caption 'On This Day 7/10/2023.' Israel Police later released her under restrictive conditions but stated that the investigation is still ongoing

  As Yom Kippur 2024 approaches, Jews worldwide prepare for the most solemn day in the year. This comprehensive guide provides essential information on fasting times, prayer schedules, and customs associated with the Day of Atonement, offering both practical and spiritual insights for observant Jews and those interested in understanding this significant holiday. Yom Kippur […]

  It was challenging to avoid the excitement around the European Soccer Championship this past summer all over Israel. Men, women and children have spent long hours watching their favorite teams winning or losing on the screen. For just a moment, Israelis managed to escape the endless trauma associated with the ongoing war. Yet, I […]

  An Air France passenger plane was nearly hit by ballistic missiles during Iran's missile attack on Israel, which took place on October 1. According to a report by the German news outlet Bild, the flight departed from Paris en route to Dubai. As it passed through southwestern Iraqi airspace, just before 19:45 (Israel time), […]

Ronny Gazinate immigrated with his family from France to Israel, and is survived by his wife and three children. In the same incident in which Gazinate was killed, another reservist was seriously wounded

  The Biden administration is taking advantage of the ongoing war with Hezbollah to influence Lebanese politics, aiming to bring about the election of a new president in the country, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and US envoy to the Middle East Amos Hochstein recently […]

  The "Iron Swords" war started with an unprecedented brutal attack, leaving a broad swath of the Israeli population – soldiers, civilians, residents of the southern region, and the Re'im festival's partygoers – reeling from painful and deep traumatic injuries. In the days following Oct. 7, the public went through or was exposed indirectly, to […]

  Swedish authorities have launched a major police operation in Gothenburg following reports of gunfire directed at an Israeli-linked site in the Kålltorp area. A young suspect, reportedly under the age of 15, has been arrested in connection with the incident, which is being investigated as attempted murder and a serious weapons offense. Law enforcement […]

  In a poignant interview for the "Children of October 7" social media project, 13-year-old Eitan Yahalomi from Nir Oz, shared the harrowing details of his captivity in Gaza. The young survivor, who was released in November as part of a hostage release deal, recounted instances of physical abuse, persistent hunger, and being forced to […]

The Central Bank of Iraq has continued to accumulate gold, adding 4 tonnes in June and July. Total gold holdings now stand at 153 tonnes.

Target of Beirut strike was senior Hezbollah official Wafiq Safa, according to Saudi report ■ IDF says it aerially attacked a terror cell in West Bank city of Tul Karm ■ Israel's UN envoy tells UNIFIL to relocate north to avoid danger after the peacekeeping group says its HQ, nearby positions 'repeatedly hit' ■ IDF says strike on Gaza school targeted militants; rescuers say 28 killed