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Trump nominates Stefanik for UN envoy role
November 11, 2024 — “Elise is an incredibly strong, tough and smart America First fighter,” the president-elect said.
Missing persons found after lynching of Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam; IDF bans troop travel
November 8, 2024 — Security officials believe the violence was spontaneous rather than orchestrated by a foreign entity. The Foreign Ministry has stated that Dutch security forces have been deployed throughout the city to ensure the safe passage of Israelis heading to the airport.
Netanyahu to name new ambassador to US in ‘coming days’
November 8, 2024 — Reports say the Israeli prime minister has appointed U.S.-born academic Yechiel Leiter to the position.
‘Pogrom’ in Amsterdam: five hospitalized, 62 arrested, police say
November 8, 2024 — The Israeli National Security Council advised Israelis to stay in their hotel rooms, refrain from wearing clothing with Jewish or Israeli symbols, and return home early.
Dutch PM denounces pogrom against Israelis in Amsterdam in call with Netanyahu
November 8, 2024 — Dick Schoof said he “followed the news from Amsterdam with disgust” and assured Netanyahu that those responsible would be prosecuted.
GOP spokeswoman: Trump wants ‘decisive victory’ for Israel
November 8, 2024 — “I would say he expects them to end it by winning it,” Republican Party spokeswoman Elizabeth Pipko stated.
El Al announces Shabbat rescue flights from Amsterdam
November 8, 2024 — An Israeli airline announced it will operate free last-minute flights to bring Israelis back from Amsterdam today, including on Shabbat, following the pogrom against Israeli soccer fans.
Netanyahu hails Trump’s ‘historic return’ to the White House
November 6, 2024 — Donald Trump’s projected election victory “offers a new beginning for America and a powerful recommitment to the great alliance between Israel and America,” said the Israeli premier.
Jewish Democrats elected governor in Delaware, North Carolina
November 6, 2024 — “It’s great to be at a point where a Jewish governor, even in states with small Jewish populations, is not unusual,” Mark Mellman said.
Argentina’s new foreign minister sworn in on Torah
November 6, 2024 — During Gerardo Werthein’s inauguration, President Javier Milei referenced the weekly Torah portion, interpreting it as a divine sign to follow in Abraham’s footsteps.
Craig Goldman elected as third Jewish Republican member of the House
November 6, 2024 — Goldman’s victory “grows Jewish GOP representation in the House of Representatives to its largest presence in over 30 years,” Matt Brooks, of the Republican Jewish Coalition, said.
Blinken: Hamas refused to release even a limited number of hostages
November 5, 2024 — Cairo’s plan proposed a 10-day timeline for the release of four Israeli hostages and 100 Palestinian militants, following an initial 48-hour ceasefire.
