BREAKING: Trump to Defund UN Groups Admitting PLO; State Dept. Holds Back Obama's $221 Million to the PA - THE JEWISH EXPRESS

January 25, 2017 / 27 Tevet 5777

All Trump BREAKING NYT REPORT: Trump Admin Prepares Exec Order to End Funding for UN Agencies Giving Full Membership to PA, PLO Hana Levi Julian The Trump administration is preparing two executive orders that are likely to cause an earthquake in the Middle East. Trump’s State Dept. Holds Back Obama’s $221 million to the PA JNi.Media Congress had been looking at the PA's unilateral attempts at statehood, corruption, incitement of violence, and paying salaries terrorists in jail, which is why Congress put a hold on the payment. Fake News: Trump Caved to Arab Pressure on Jerusalem Embassy Move Lori Lowenthal Marcus Claims that Trump administration caved to Arab pressure over the embassy move constitute fake news. Recommended Guide for the Diplomatically Perplexed: Trump 1.0 Gerald Steinberg Given the sad state of US diplomacy after 8 years of Obama--the last 4 with Kerry as Sec'y of State-- and with Trump now in office, now is appropriate to review the basics of international diplomacy. Daily Terror Terror Attack Near Maavar Michmas / Kochav Yaacov Jewish Press News Briefs The terrorist was neutralized. Drive-by Arab Shooter Stopped at IDF Pillbox Near Aboud Hana Levi Julian The terrorist was badly wounded but remained conscious and was treated at the scene. A Carlo Gustav submachine gun was found in his car. IDF Tanks Retaliate for Gaza Gunfire; Israeli Soldiers Also Fired Upon in North Hana Levi Julian Although Israel did not respond to the gunfire that emanated from Lebanon, the IDF sent backup to the northern border near Metula. Liberman: Serious Mistakes in Sgt. Azaria’s Trial David Israel 'As Defense Minister, I feel, like most of the citizens of Israel, a sense of unease about the court's decision.' Headlines & Recommended Israeli Team Clinches Finalist Spot in International Moon Race David Israel The competition is slated to end in late 2017 when the team will launch Israel’s first-ever spacecraft to the Moon. German Police Raid Homes of Armed ‘Reich Citizens’ Who Hate Jews and Muslims David Israel The 12 raids targeted six suspects accused of planning attacks on police officers, asylum seekers and Jews. A seventh suspect is believed to be supporting the group by purchasing arms and ammunition. Outrage: Germany to Observe Holocaust Remembrance Day while Funding Anti-Israel NGO JNi.Media From 2012-2016 the German government has provided more than $290,000 to NGO promoting turning Israel into a multicultural, Arab-majority state. The Council of Europe Condemns Israel over Gaza – But Who Is The Council of Europe? David Israel It should be noted that the Council of Europe is distinct from the 28-nation European Union (EU), although many confuse the two. What Aid to Israel Buys America Evelyn Gordon US military aid to Israel is a win-win situation: Israel gets help in buying the arms it needs to defend itself and America gets an ally that doesn’t need or want its military protection. Read more Headlines & Recommended articles News Israel and US Successfully Complete David’s Sling Test Series The David's Sling missile defense system, a central part of Israel's multi-tiered antimissile array, has successfully completed its fifth test series. Knesset Committee Holds Heated Debate on Harassment of Haredi IDF Soldiers 'This is a warning sign and all of the involved entities should take action – here and now, before a disaster will occur and it will cost us in blood.' Virginia to Debate Landmark Anti-Semitism Bill For Virginia, HB 2261 follows a number of anti-Semitic incidents on public university campuses across Virginia in 2016. Read more News articles Earthquake - Did You Feel It? Read more articles InDepth An Orthodox Rabbi at the White House Paul Gherkin Orthodox Jews only make up about 10% of the 5.3 million American Jews and are the fastest growing denomination by far and overwhelmingly support the Republican Party. The 400-year-old Foundation of the Unique US-Israel Ties Yoram Ettinger The 10 Commandments have been integral to the legal, cultural, religious and political fabric of the American people highlighting the 400-year Judeo-Christian foundation of the US-Israel covenant What Aid to Israel Buys America Evelyn Gordon US military aid to Israel is a win-win situation: Israel gets help in buying the arms it needs to defend itself and America gets an ally that doesn’t need or want its military protection. Read more InDepth articles Blogs Emes Ve-Emunah: Marrying Out in the 21st Century Emes Ve-Emunah Harry Maryles In the author's view, one should never give up hope that a child will be convinced to return to his roots even after they marry out. Shiloh Musings: Stop Supporting So-Called “Palestinians,” sic, Parasitic Corruption! Shiloh Musings Batya Medad The well-stocked stores would seem to contradict the general perception of suffering and impoverished Palestinians. 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Goodbye President Obama, From Us Settlers in Israel - THE JEWISH EXPRESS

January 19, 2017 / 21 Tevet 5777

Cartoons Asher Worries About the Future Read more Cartoons articles Headlines & Recommended Recommended Goodbye President Obama from the Settlers Yishai Fleisher Yishai says good-bye to President Obama on behalf of the Jewish residents of Judea, Samaria and Jerusalem. Recommended Conservative Shul Calls for Fasting on Inauguration Day David Israel 'If Netivot Shalom is empty this Shabbat morning because members of Netivot Shalom are marching as part of the nationwide response to the Presidential Inauguration.' Watch: Jerusalem Mayor Calling on Israelis to Sign Letter Congratulating Incoming President Trump [video] David Israel 'Israel thanks you for your enduring, unequivocal support for the state of Israel and welcomes your ambassador to Jerusalem.' The Dawn of Hope Bruce Abramson and Jeff Ballabon We are entering an era of hope, of reinvigorated liberalism, of responsibility, and of freedom, committed to restoring America to GREATNESS again. Donald Trump has given us reason to hope once again. US Secy of State Won’t Attend Inauguration of Next President Hana Levi Julian US Secy of State John Kerry said it was "frankly inappropriate" for President-elect Trump to express an opinion on actions by another leader. Obama Cynically Appoints Man Who Peddled Iran Deal To Holocaust Memorial Council Jeff Dunetz Obama stuck it to the Jews one more time before he leaves office by appointing Ben "I massaged the truth to sell the Iran deal to the American public" Rhodes to the US Holocaust Memorial Council. Ministerial Committee to Vote on Annexing Judean City JNi.Media Netanyahu objects to annexing Ma'ale Adumim at this point, because he is weary of offending the new president by taking for granted his approval to such a sea change. ADL Issues Security Advisory asFBI Investigating Threats to JCCs JNi.Media The ADL also issued an additional security advisory on reports from several companies and business around the country which have received anti-Semitic faxes in recent days. Egypt Demands Hamas Hand Over Terror Suspects TPS / Tazpit News Agency Cairo has accused Hamas of aiding Islamic State terrorists against Egyptian police in Sinai, and wants Hamas to turn them in. ISIS Teams With Hamas, Starts Media Center in Gaza Hana Levi Julian Islamic State and Hamas are teaming up in Gaza, with ISIS having established a media center in the enclave. Read more Headlines & Recommended articles News Mother of Dead IDF Soldier Invites Israelis to Funeral: ‘We Have No Family Here’ The funeral will be at 2:30 PM today (Thursday), at the military section of the Rishon L'Tzion cemetery. PM Urging Israelis to Attend Oleh Corporal’s Funeral [video] The funeral will be at 2:30 PM today (Thursday), at the military section of the Rishon L’Tzion cemetery. Cape Town Jews WarnedAgainst Participating in Meeting on Future of Development Site 'Please be aware that any engagement on your part ... may be detrimental to the community's interest given the sensitive nature of this matter at this time.' Operation Survival: ‘Local Event to Address Issue That’s Become a National Epidemic’ Hundreds of local Jewish community members crowded into a wedding hall to hear about how to deal with the plague of substance abuse. Stoning Attacks Damage Israeli Bus, Private Cars Palestinian Authority road terrorists continue their attempts to kill Israeli drivers, 'scoring' two smashed windshields in Samaria. Israeli Professor to Lead Int’l Congress on Recurrent Pregnancy Loss A leading professor at Soroka Medical Center leads a cutting-edge four-day conference set to begin in France on the issue of recurrent pregnancy loss. Saudi Arabia ‘Optimistic’ on Incoming Trump Administration One day after the anti-Israel Paris summit, Saudi Arabia's foreign minister says his government's "interests align" with those of US President-elect Donald Trump. Viruses ‘Overheard’ Talking to One Another Israeli scientists have been able to track down the "conversations" between viruses and the messages they leave for each other. Read more News articles InDepth Goodbye President Obama from the Settlers Yishai Fleisher Yishai says good-bye to President Obama on behalf of the Jewish residents of Judea, Samaria and Jerusalem. The Dawn of Hope Bruce Abramson and Jeff Ballabon We are entering an era of hope, of reinvigorated liberalism, of responsibility, and of freedom, committed to restoring America to GREATNESS again. Donald Trump has given us reason to hope once again. INTO THE FRAY:“Palestine” – The Perils in Pictures Dr. Martin Sherman A "spy's-eye" view of Israel. It WILL open your eyes to just how devastating the "Two-State Solution" would be to Israel. Look and Learn. Read more InDepth articles Blogs Syrian Conference at Hebrew U Shows Hating Israel is Truly a Mental Disease Elder of Ziyon Elder of Ziyon These Arabs complaining that Syrians who are desperate to save thousands of lives and are willing to ask anyone for help, including Israel, are "conspirators" with Israel and "traitors" to Syria. 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