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US to spend record $454 million securing religious institutions as antisemitism spikes
August 28, 2024 — Jewish groups are applauding the increased funding, with the Jewish Federations of North America stating that it “will make a significant impact on our community’s security.”
Some airlines resume flights to Israel after cancellations amid Hezbollah clash
August 27, 2024 — Air France and Aegean have resumed flights to Tel Aviv. Corendon, Etihad, and Wizz have announced plans to return, though the timing remains uncertain. Meanwhile, Royal Jordanian has restarted its service to Beirut.
Top US general: Israel-Hezbollah exchange reduced risk of wider war
August 27, 2024 — However, he warned that Iran still has the potential to trigger a regional escalation.
Man arrested over suspected terror attack explosion at French synagogue
August 26, 2024 — The minister reported that officers faced gunfire during the operation. Images reveal the suspect, draped in a Palestinian flag, setting fire to police cars and synagogue doors. Two accomplices were also taken into custody.
Israeli envoy to Security Council: Hezbollah, Iran responsible for hostilities
August 26, 2024 — Danny Danon writes that the terrorist group’s weekend attack “unequivocally demonstrates the presence of illegal weapons in Southern Lebanon.”
US Armed Forces Chief in Israel
August 26, 2024 — General Charles K. Brown Jr., Chairman of the US Armed Forces Joint Chiefs of Staff, arrived in Israel on Sunday evening and is scheduled to meet with IDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi.
German court upholds conviction of 99-year-old ex-Nazi camp secretary
August 23, 2024 — In 2022, Irmgard Furchner, 99, received a two-year suspended sentence for her role as a secretary to the commander of the Stutthof concentration camp.
Gallant, Austin hold joint situation assessment
August 23, 2024 — They focused on “maintaining readiness and interoperability of Israeli and U.S. forces and capabilities in the face of ongoing threats posed by Iran and Hezbollah.”
Bomb threats reported at more than 100 Canadian Jewish institutions
August 22, 2024 — “It is absolutely chilling,” said Michael Levitt, CEO of Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center.
House panel subpoenas Columbia leaders after school ‘repeatedly’ fails to turn over documents
August 22, 2024 — “Columbia should be a partner in our efforts to ensure Jewish students have a safe learning environment on its campus,” stated Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.).
Delta Airlines extends suspension of Israel flights through September
August 21, 2024 — The announcement by the US-based carrier comes just 24 hours after the Lufthansa Group extended its previously announced suspension of service to Ben Gurion Airport.
Oregon man charged with making bomb threats against New York Jewish hospitals
August 21, 2024 — Domagoj Patkovic, 31, who was arrested on Tuesday, made several hoax calls to Jewish institutions and 911 operators, which were broadcast live on Discord.
