Ben Sales
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in court in Tel Aviv, ahead of the start of his testimony in his corruption trial on Dec. 10, 2024.(Chaim Goldberg/Flash90)
December 10, 2024, 5:40 pm
Benjamin Netanyahu takes the stand in his corruption trial
Netanyahu has consistently denied any wrongdoing in the cases, which revolve around allegations of bribery and attempting to illicitly shape media coverage.
By Ben Sales
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (right) and other Israeli officials at the Syrian border on Dec. 8, 2024. (Koby Gideon/Israeli Government Press Office)
December 8, 2024, 8:02 pm
What the fall of Bashar Assad in Syria means for Israel
Israeli leaders are broadcasting optimism about the fall of Assad, while girding themselves for the ascension of the jihadist-linked group that toppled him.
By Ben Sales
Ronen and Orna Neutra, parents of Israeli-American hostage Omer Neutra. (Luke Tress)
December 2, 2024, 2:04 pm
Omer Neutra, American-Israeli hostage held in Gaza, confirmed killed on Oct. 7
Neutra’s parents parents Orna and Ronen spoke at the Republican National Convention this past summer.
By Ben Sales
Pro-Palestinian protesters in Montreal on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024. (Screenshot)
November 25, 2024, 1:48 pm
Justin Trudeau condemns antisemitism after Montreal pro-Palestinian protest
“This was nothing like lawful, peaceful protest,” Canada’s defense minister said.
By Ben Sales
Ballots are tabulated on election night at the Fulton County Election Hub and Operation Center, Fairburn, Georgia, Nov. 5, 2024 in Fairburn, Georgia. (Megan Varner/Getty Images)
November 6, 2024, 9:24 am
Trump retakes presidency, heralding new era for the US, its Jews and its relationship with Israel
Trump’s victory would reshape the United States and its relationship with Israel while ushering in an administration whose domestic priorities do not match those of most American Jews.
By Ron Kampeas and Ben Sales
Former president Donald Trump speaks at a rally at Madison Square Garden, New York, Oct. 27, 2024. (Peter W. Stevenson /The Washington Post via Getty Images)
October 31, 2024, 9:21 am
Trump says ‘I’m not Hitler’ as campaign enters final days
Trump’s continued emphasis on the point reflects how much the fascism accusation has taken the spotlight in the final days of the race.
By Ben Sales
People listen to a speech by Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah on November 3, 2023 in Tehran, Iran. (Majid Saeedi/Getty Images)
September 28, 2024, 9:15 pm
Israel kills Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah
It is the latest Israeli assassination of a terror group leader and a pivotal development in the escalating conflict on Israel’s northern border.
By Ben Sales
Alex Edelman's antisemitism-focused one-man show, "Just For Us," is premiering on HBO as a comedy special. (Courtesy Max)
September 16, 2024, 9:05 am
Alex Edelman wins Emmy for his HBO comedy special on antisemitism and Jewish identity
The show centers on Edelman's experience attending a meeting of white nationalists in Queens, New York.
By Ben Sales
Jon Polin and Rachel Goldberg-Polin, parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, speak on stage during the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 21, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
August 22, 2024, 7:06 am
Parents of Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin speak at DNC
A man sporting a Hebrew Harris-Walz button started a “Bring them home” chant, and soon the whole room picked it up.
By Ron Kampeas and Ben Sales
Josh Shapiro gives a victory speech to supporters on election night at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Penn., Nov. 8, 2022. (Mark Makela/Getty Images)
July 28, 2024, 11:49 am
Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania’s Jewish governor, could be Kamala Harris’ VP pick
Shapiro, 51, "projects a clean-cut image and has gained a local reputation as a moderate."
By Ben Sales
Police congregate near the site of a drone attack in Tel Aviv on July 19, 2024. (Ben Sales)
July 19, 2024, 11:44 am
One killed in Tel Aviv as drone shot from Yemen explodes in city center
It was the deepest strike into Israeli territory claimed by the Houthis, who have focused their attacks on ships in the Red Sea and on the southern port city of Eilat since Oct. 7.
By Ben Sales
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at a press conference on Oct. 28, 2023. (Dana Kopel/Pool)
June 17, 2024, 11:03 am
Netanyahu disbands war cabinet after centrist party’s exit
Israel returns to pre-Oct. 7 governance
By Ben Sales
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks in English about Israel's plans for the Gaza Strip after the war's end, Nov. 10, 2024. (Screenshot)
June 7, 2024, 9:53 am
Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress on July 24
The Netanyahu speech is meant to demonstrate American support for Israel at a time when Israel has come under widespread criticism.
By Ben Sales
Troops operating in the Gaza Strip in an undated photo released by the military on May 27, 2024 (Israel Defense Forces)
May 27, 2024, 9:49 am
Dozens killed in displaced persons camp in Rafah, prompting IDF investigation
The incident came after Hamas rockets targeted central Israel for the first time in months.
By Ben Sales
Rep. Gregory Meeks (Photo by Kristie Boyd, Official House Photographer/U.S. House Office of Photoraphy, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons)
April 11, 2024, 1:47 pm
Leading Democratic congressman says he wants ‘assurances’ before approving sale of fighter jets to Israel
Rep. Gregory Meeks is one of four lawmakers on Capitol Hill with the power to hold up weapons sales.
By Ben Sales
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