Daily Summary
Israel may extend immigration policies to allow more Russian Jews to enter
Israel will discuss the potential of changing its immigration policies to allow more Russians with Jewish heritage to enter following Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent decision to mobilize hundreds of thousands of new troops in its efforts against Ukraine. Read more
In the News
Ted Cruz tweets against Biden forcing Israel to accept Hezbollah demands
It is in times of troubles when you know who your real friends are. Thank you, Ted, we in Israel are 100% with the people of the USA!
IDF thwarts car ramming attack near Ramallah; 2 Palestinians shot dead
Troops operating in the Jalazone Refugee camp observe a car coming at them at high speed and respond with gunfire, killing two and wounding a third; settlers block exits from West Bank city of Nablus in protest of surging violence
Dozens of pure gold coins discovered in secret cache dating from Muslim conquest
44 pieces found hidden in base of wall at Banias archaeological site, assessed to have been stored by owner fleeing invaders with the hope of one day recovering treasure
Over 40K Ukrainian and 24K Russian immigrants arrived
The Immigration and Absorption Ministry bracing for further influx; government approves 9 million shekels for immediate housing, education and healthcare needs
Iran's supreme leader blames U.S., Israel for mass protests
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says protest are preplanned and meant to destabilize his country, calls protesters “not normal,” and the removal of head dress, “unnatural”; per rights groups at least 52 die in clashes with authorities, thousands arrested
CBN Israel Hosts Special Holiday Event for Ukrainian Jewish Refugees
When the war in Ukraine began seven months ago, thousands of Jews fled to safety in Israel. On Thursday, CBN Israel organized a special event for them near Haifa during the Jewish holidays.
Features, Analysis & Opinion
Intel minister to lead Israeli delegation to EU in Lapid’s stead
Yesh Atid’s Elazar Stern to travel to Brussels for Monday meeting of EU-Israel Association Council, which is being held for first time in a decade
Poll from Knesset channel: Likud bloc leads, will need a surprise to form government
Poll: As we move into October and have a month until the general elections, it is still difficult to see how a government will come from these elections. Of course, the parties will all be trying to “surprise” the electorate in creative ways. We will have to wait and see.
Israel tells nuclear watchdog that Iran is source of Middle East instability
At annual conference, Atomic Energy Commission chief Moshe Edri says Tehran and Damascus are deceiving IAEA
