EU to combat rising Anti-Semitism

The European Union (EU)  has presented its first-ever, three-prong plan “to prevent all forms of anti-Semitism; to protect and foster Jewish life; and to promote research, education and Holocaust remembrance.”…

Israel accuses Iran of assassination plot

Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett confirmed that attempted killings of Israelis in Cyprus have been “directed by Iran.” By Erin Viner The accusation from Jerusalem followed the announcement from Cypriot…

Israel, Bahrain, US unify against Iran

"Our three countries work together because we have similar interests in the region,” said Israeli Alternate Premier and Foreign Minister Yair Lapid, referring to efforts by his nation, the United…

Lapid inaugurates Israeli Embassy in Bahrain

Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid is in Manama today to open his nation's first-ever embassy in the Kingdom of Bahrain. By Erin Viner Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) …

Jews celebrate Sukkot holiday

Jews around the world are currently observing the week-long festival of Sukkot. By Erin Viner In accordance with all Jewish holidays that begin at sundown, Sukkot celebration began last night.…

Israel, Sweden hold talks

Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid mended fractured ties with Sweden after a 7-year diplomatic spat between the two countries. By Erin Viner Minister Lapid, who also serves as Alternate Premier,…

Iran tops Lapid/Lavrov Talks

Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid tells his Russian Counterpart Sergei Lavrov – ‘unless the international community acts against Iran’s nuclear aspirations – Israel will opt to act on its own.…

Taliban: possible ties to all nations but Israel

Shortly after declaring a provisional government in Afghanistan, the Islamist Taliban announced willingness to establish ties with all countries with one notable exception: the State of Israel. By Erin Viner…

Bennett’s Visit to Washington

By Prof. Efraim Inbar, President of the Jerusalem Institute for Strategy and Security. Bennett’s mission is to emphasize the American interest in the region and present Israel’s capacity to help…

Proxies and Prospects, Post-President and Premier

Surprise Sprung Or Support Sought By Amir Oren Over the weekend, three events which took place during the same time frame demonstrated the emerging reality in the Middle East, post-Trump…