Daily Summary
Israel’s ‘Iron Beam’ laser defense system could be ready within two years
October 5, 2022 — Israel’s Iron Beam laser defense system is being prepared for operations within the next two to three years, according to a new report.
Defense Minister Gantz warns against those who wish to harm Israel ahead of Yom Kippur
October 4, 2022 — Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz warned the nation’s enemies against any attempts to attack during Yom Kippur.
Israel may extend immigration policies to allow more Russian Jews to enter
October 3, 2022 — 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.
Israeli delegation meets with White House on tech cooperation
September 30, 2022 — The first high-level strategic dialogue on technology cooperation between Israel and the U.S. was held yesterday at the White House, according to a statement from Prime Minister Yair Lapid’s office on Friday.
Israel’s trade ties grow with the UAE as Abraham Accords pass 2-year mark
September 29, 2022 — Israel and the United Arab Emirates continue to build trade ties as the nations pass the two-year mark of signing the Abraham Accords.
Lapid set to attend first EU-Israel Association Council in a decade
September 28, 2022 — Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid is set to attend the European Union-Israel Association Council meeting next month in an effort to restart ties after a decade without a meeting.
Global Jewish population reaches 15.3 million on Rosh Hashanah
September 27, 2022 — As Jews celebrate Rosh Hashanah to mark the beginning of the Jewish new year, the world’s Jewish population has reached 15.3 million.
Prime Minister Lapid visits Border Police ahead of Rosh Hashana
September 26, 2022 — Prime Minister Yair Lapid visited the Border Police Menashe Brigade at the Shaked Base on Sunday ahead of the nation’s celebration of Rosh Hashana.
Prime Minister Lapid calls out UN’s silence over Iran during General Assembly speech
September 23, 2022 — Prime Minister Yair Lapid called out the U.N.’s silence regarding Iran’s desire to destroy Israel during his Thursday speech to the General Assembly.
Prime Minister Yair Lapid meets with new British Prime Minister Liz Truss
September 22, 2022 — Prime Minister Yair Lapid met with new British Prime Minister Liz Truss on Wednesday during his visit to New York for the United Nations General Assembly.
Prime Minister Yair Lapid meets with UN General Secretary to address antisemitic bias
September 21, 2022 — Prime Minister Yair Lapid met today during his diplomatic visit to New York for the United Nations General Assembly with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
Prime Minister Yair Lapid arrives in New York ahead of UN General Assembly
September 20, 2022 — Prime Minister Yair Lapid arrived in New York City on Tuesday ahead of his plans to attend the United Nations General Assembly.
