Saudi Arabia distances itself from the escalation and embraces the role of mediator. The UAE has not issued an official response, but sources in the country welcome the shift. Both are waiting to see if the US will continue its operation or settle for statements about "restoring deterrence."
Boehler, who sparked outrage in Israel when he referred to Hamas operatives as "good guys," was never involved in key meetings or negotiations for the release of hostages. Now, Boehler has been officially removed from the hostage case to underscore Trump’s unwavering commitment to Israel.
On Netanyahu’s trial and the judgment of history, on the Book of Esther and Israel’s foreign policy, on purim costumes and the search for identity - and a short story about the Mayor of Netanya.
We won’t cut any slack for the so-called experts behind the latest report by the UN accusing Israel of genocide. It seems their real expertise lies in fantasy and science fiction. The only thing left for us to do is stop being surprised every time.
The mitzvot of Purim – Mishloach Manot and Matanot La’Evyonim – are designed to strengthen a sense of unity among all the different parts of our people.
The IDF are strengthening their presence in the Syrian Golan Heights, preventing the entrenchment of new regime forces, recognizing that behind Abu Mohammad al-Julani lies a terrorist organization that does not hesitate to slaughter its rivals. In Lebanon, Israel is advancing diplomatic dialogue alongside military actions, aiming to prevent Hezbollah from reestablishing itself.
Since Oct. 7, 2023, it has been made clear: One's Jewishness taints her status as a woman. While bouquets are arranged and retailers promote special sales, the silence surrounding the plight of Jewish women is deafening.
Despite Egyptian mediation efforts, Hamas remains adamant about keeping its weapons. A senior Israeli official stated, “If it becomes clear that no more hostages can be released through a deal, resuming military operations to clear the Gaza Strip will be unavoidable.”
“No one in Canada should ever be afraid to call themselves Zionists. I am a Zionist," are the words that outgoing Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau should have said on Oct. 8, 2023, and every single day since.
My daughter, Inbar Hayman, was kidnapped to Gaza on Oct. 7 and murdered while in Hamas captivity. I know I will never buy her a wedding dress, but at least I want to bury my daughter in a proper Jewish burial in the soil of Israel.