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Israel ‘Losing Control’ of Virus, Warns Head of Infectious Diseases Group
An Israeli woman wears a protective mask in Jerusalem on June 24, 2020. (Flash90/Olivier Fitoussi) “We are close to the point of no return where there will be mass infection and burdens of severely ill patients,” wrote ISD head Miri Weinberger. By: Aaron Sull The Israel Society for Infectious Diseases (ISD) warned the Health Ministry on Sunday that Israel will soon be unable to contain the coronavirus if decisive action isn’t taken immediately, reports Kan radio.
Israel 'losing control' of virus, warns head of infectious diseases group
An Israeli woman wears a protective mask in Jerusalem on June 24, 2020. (Flash90/Olivier Fitoussi) Flash90/Olivier Fitouss Israel ‘losing control’ of virus, warns head of infectious diseases group “We are close to the point of no return where there will be mass infection and burdens of severely ill patients,” wrote ISD head Miri Weinberger.
Democrats call for renaming John Wayne airport
John Wayne (Pixabay) Pixabay Democrats call for renaming John Wayne airport John Wayne had made bigoted statements against Black people, Native Americans, and the LGBTQ community. By Associated Press In the latest move to change place names in light of U.S. racial history, leaders of Orange County’s Democratic Party are pushing to drop film legend John Wayne’s name, statue and other likenesses from the county’s airport because of his racist and bigoted comments.
After calling to 'defund police,' Minneapolis councilmembers hire private security details
Minneapolis city council members Phillipe Cunningham, left ,and Andrea Jenkins (AP/Jim Mone) AP/Jim Mone After calling to ‘defund police,’ Minneapolis councilmembers hire private security details The hourly cost of private security is about the same it would cost to hire a police officer.
Trump blames Chicago mayor and others for causing 'living hell'
Chicago March for Justice in honor of George Floyd, June 6, 2020. (AP/Nam Y. Huh) (AP/Nam Y. Huh) Trump blames Chicago mayor and others for causing ‘living hell’ Chicago is “worse than Afghanistan,” Trump said, suggesting a “stop and frisk” policy could be the answer. President Donald Trump, in a Fox News town hall with Sean Hannity on Thursday, chastised four Democratic mayors for allowing their cities to become a “living hell” by not cracking down on gun violence.
NYC Mayor De Blasio endorses BLM mural in front of Trump Tower
Black Lives Matter painted on street leading up to White House on June 7, 2020 (AP/Maya Alleruzzo) AP/Maya Alleruzzo NYC Mayor De Blasio endorses BLM mural in front of Trump Tower De Blasio is doing it to “taunt the president,” a source told the New York Post. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio’s approval of a Black Lives Matter mural to be painted on the street in front of Trump Tower in Manhattan drew the president’s ire on Thursday.
Dershowitz: Obama despised Netanyahu and made sure to show it
Former US President Barack Obama (R) meets with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House in 2011 (AP/Andrew Harnik) AP/Andrew Harnik Dershowitz: Obama despised Netanyahu and made sure to show it “President Barack Obama committed a personal act of revenge against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu,” Dershowitz said.
Belgium passes resolution to sanction Israel if annexation happens
Belgium Federal Parliament building (AP/Geert Vanden Wijngaert) AP/Geert Vanden Wijngaert Belgium passes resolution to sanction Israel if annexation happens The resolution, passed unanimously, also calls on the government to push for a two-state solution on the international stage.
Six Day War ammunition stash discovered by Western Wall
Broken magazine of Bren machine gun from Six Day War found in Western Wall tunnels (IAA/Yoli Schwartz) IAA/Yoli Schwartz Six Day War ammunition stash discovered by Western Wall The ammunition was produced in 1956 by Greenwood and Batley Ltd factories in the UK. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News A stash of ammunition belonging to the Jordanian Army during the Six Day War was discovered at the bottom of a water cistern in the Western Wall tunnels during an archaeological dig on Wednesday.
Greece and Israel ink deal to commision hi-tech corvette for Hellenic Navy
Themistocles corvette (Courtesy Israel Shipyards) Courtesy Israel Shipyards Greece and Israel ink deal to commision hi-tech corvette for Hellenic Navy The battleship is named after Themistocles, a navy general who fended off the Persian empire during the Battle of Salamis in 480 BCE.
Black Lives Matter plans 'Black Panthers' style armed 'peace patrols'
Armed members of the Black Panthers Party in Sacramento, Calif. on May 2, 1967 (AP/Walt Zeboski) AP/Walt Zeboski Black Lives Matter plans ‘Black Panthers’ style armed ‘peace patrols’ “We want freedom from an oppressive government, and we want the immediate end of government-sanctioned murder by the police,” Newsome said.
Jewish comedian takes down Farrakhan video a week after defending it
Chelsea Handler (Shutterstock) Shutterstock Jewish comedian takes down Farrakhan video a week after defending it Chelsea Handler originally refused to take down the “powerful” Farrakhan video. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News Jewish comedian Chelsea Handler has apologized for previously posting on Instagram a speech denouncing white supremacy given by anti-Semitic Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan.
Oregon exempts blacks from wearing masks in corona hotspot
(Shutterstock) shutterstock Oregon exempts blacks from wearing masks in corona hotspot “This is in the larger context of black men fitting the description of a suspect who has a hood on, who has a face covering on,” Logan told CNN. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News People of color living in Lincoln County who fear racial profiling and harassment are exempt from Oregon Gov. Kate Brown’s mandated mask order, the county’s public health department announced on Tuesday.
Countdown to Sovereignty Day 7
The “Protectors of Israel,” a group of IDF generals, wrote a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to support annexation of Judea and Samaria. US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman presented the letter to Trump. Photo Credit: AP/Evan Vucci ‘Be Strong and of Good Courage,’ IDF Generals tell Trump as Sovereignty Nears “We trust that you will continue to work to secure the future peace of the people of Israel and of the Middle East,” the letter states.
AOC claims 'TikTok' teenagers disrupted Trump rally
NY Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AP/Mark Lennihan) AP/Mark Lennihan AOC claims ‘TikTok’ teenagers disrupted Trump rally Prior to Trump’s rally, the campaign claimed over one million reservations had been made. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., thanked all the teenagers who allegedly used TikTok to disrupt President Donald Trump’s re-election rally on Saturday night by reserving seats without any intention of going.
'Be strong and of good courage,' IDF generals tell Trump as sovereignty nears
President Donald Trump (AP/Evan Vucci) (AP/Evan Vucci) ‘Be strong and of good courage,’ IDF generals tell Trump as sovereignty nears “We trust that you will continue to work to secure the future peace of the people of Israel and of the Middle East,” the letter states. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News The “Protectors of Israel,” a group of IDF generals, wrote a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to support annexation of Judea and Samaria.
Saudi Arabia thwarts Yemen missile attack
(AP/Mehr News Agency/Raouf Mohseni) (AP/Mehr News Agency/Raouf Mohseni) Saudi Arabia thwarts Yemen missile attack Saudi Arabia has fought a yearslong war against the Iranian-backed Houthi. By Associated Press Saudi Arabia said on Tuesday that it intercepted ballistic missiles and bomb-laden drones launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels in an attack that began the previous night. The kingdom has fought a yearslong war against the Iranian-backed Houthis, who seized Yemen’s capital in September 2014.
US police break up attempt to topple Andrew Jackson statue
Protesters attempt to bring down statue of Andrew Jackson (YouTube/AP/Screenshot) (YouTube/AP/Screenshot) US police break up attempt to topple Andrew Jackson statue Trump has often shown his admiration for Andrew Jackson. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News President Donald Trump took to Twitter on Monday night to condemn the protesters who attempted to topple a statue of Andrew Jackson in Lafayette Square and defaced the exterior of St. John’s Church in Washington.
Bolton reveals Iranian nuclear activities Israel discovered in Mossad raid
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presents material on Iranian nuclear program in 2018. (AP/Sebastian Scheiner) AP/Sebastian Scheiner Bolton reveals Iranian nuclear activities Israel discovered in Mossad raid “It was not enriched uranium, but perhaps yellowcake, and certainly evidence contradicting Tehran’s repeated assertions it had never had a nuclear weapons program,” Bolton wrote.
New York City sees tidal wave of shootings over weekend
(Shutterstock) Shutterstock) New York City sees tidal wave of shootings over weekend One man was killed in broad daylight while washing his car. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News The number of shootings in New York City skyrocketed at an alarming rate, with 51 shooting incidents recorded since last Monday, reports The New York Post. On Saturday alone, 24 people were shot in 18 separate incidents over 12 hours, and on Friday 17 people were injured and one killed in 12 shooting incidents.
Coronavirus weakening, says Italian scientist, no need for vaccine
(Shutterstock) Shutterstock Coronavirus weakening, says Italian scientist, no need for vaccine Social distancing and mask-wearing will lead to the dissipation of the coronavirus, says Bassetti. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News As the race to find a coronavirus vaccine heats up, one Italian scientist believes the pandemic will dissipate on its own.
Settlement leader warns Netanyahu not to make same 'mistake' as Ariel Sharon
Protesters carry signs in Jerusalem against then-Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and the disengagement plan on September 13, 2004. (Flash90/File) (Flash90/File) Settlement leader warns Netanyahu not to make same ‘mistake’ as Ariel Sharon “Leaving isolated communities is like the disgraceful Ariel Sharon Disengagement plan that cut off parts of Samaria from Israel,” said the Shomron Regional Council chairman.
Facebook removes Trump re-election campaign symbol used by Nazis
Prisoners' uniforms with Nazi red triangle symbol at Dachau concentration camp site in museum exhibit. (Adam Jones, Wikimedia) (Adam Jones, Wikimedia) Facebook removes Trump re-election campaign symbol used by Nazis An inverted red triangle symbol was used by the Nazis to mark political prisoners.
Breaking: Police searching for missing IDF soldier
Missing IDF soldier Adiel Fishler (Courtesy/ Israel Police) Courtesy/ Israel Police Breaking: Police searching for missing IDF soldier The missing soldier was last seen on Thursday leaving a military base in the Negev. By World Israel News Staff Israeli police announced on Friday morning that an IDF soldier is missing. IDF sergeant Adiel Benjamin Fishler was last seen on Thursday night leaving the Shizafon military base in the Negev.
Communications minister will not back Gantz if he fights against annexation
Communications Minister Yoaz Hendel (Flash90/Noam Revkin Fenton) Flash90/Noam Revkin Fenton Communications minister will not back Gantz if he fights against annexation “My stance was and remains in all my years supporting applying the law to Judea and Samaria or parts of it,” Israel’s communications minister said. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News Communications Minister Yoaz Hendel said on Thursday that he will back annexation even if Defense Minister Benny Gantz ends up opposing it.
'Ninja Bomb' shreds al-Qaeda terrorists
(Shutterstock) Shutterstock ‘Ninja Bomb’ shreds al-Qaeda terrorists The “Ninja Bomb” is believed to be a top-secret weapon jointly developed by both the Department of Defense and the CIA. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News The U.S allegedly killed two al-Qaeda senior officials leaders on Sunday with a missile filled with knives instead of explosives, reports Fox News.
'Aunt Jemima' to change name as brands seek to erase any hint of racism
Quaker Oats is retiring the 131-year-old Aunt Jemima brand, saying the company recognizes the character's origins are 'based on a racial stereotype.' (AP/Ashley Landis) (AP/Ashley Landis) ‘Aunt Jemima’ to change name as brands seek to erase any hint of racism Mrs. Butterworth and Cream of Wheat take steps to rebrand as well.
Israel supercharges F-35 fighter jets
IAF F-35 "Adir" fighter. (Courtesy/f-35.com) Courtesy/f-35.com Israel supercharges F-35 fighter jets Out of the select few allies who have signed F-35 deals with the U.S., only Israel has been granted permission to modify major parts of the plane. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News The already advanced stealth system of Israel’s Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets is set to be further upgraded when a special F-35 test aircraft sent from the United States lands in Israel on July 4.
UN Human Rights Council seeks to investigate 'systemic racism, police brutality' in US
A meeting of the Human Rights Council. (UN/Pierre Albouy) (UN/Pierre Albouy) UN Human Rights Council seeks to investigate ‘systemic racism, police brutality’ in US Israel is the only country that has a dedicated agenda item at UNHRC meetings.
MP calls to change names of Victoria, Queensland as Australia catches anti-racism spirit
Australian police guard a statue of British explorer James Cook in Sydney, June 15, 2020 (AP/Rick Rycroft) AP/Rick Rycroft MP calls to change names of Victoria, Queensland as Australia catches anti-racism spirit During colonization, the native population declined dramatically through slavery and frontier wars. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News The targeting of historical statues and place names in the wake of the George Floyd shooting has become a global phenomenon.
World Bank Invests $15 Million in Palestinian IT Sector
World Bank headquarters in Washington, DC. (shutterstock) Twenty-five percent of working Palestinians were unemployed in 2019. By: Aaron Sull The World Bank, an international financial institution that allocates funds to poor countries, approved a $15 million grant to boost the information technology (IT) sector in the Gaza Strip and Judea and Samaria.
Israel to supercharge F-35 fighter jets
Edit This Favorite Name: Category: Share: Yes No, Keep Private Israel to supercharge F-35 fighter jets 40 minutes ago (0 Comments) By Aaron Sull | June 17, 2020 | World Israel News Out of the select few allies who have signed F-35 deals with the U.S., only Israel has been granted permission to modify major parts of the plane.
Trump's health comes under question after West Point academy visit
Donald Trump speaks at Military Academy in West Point, NY, on June 13, 2020 (AP/John Minchillo) AP/John Minchillo Trump’s health comes under question after West Point academy visit Trump struggled to guide a glass of water to his lips with his right hand and had to use his left hand for support. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News President Donald Trump’s health is under scrutiny after he showed signs of physical decline during a recent visit to the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York.
Trump says Bolton's upcoming tell-all book breaks the law
Former National Security Adviser John Bolton (AP/Susan Walsh) (AP/Susan Walsh) Trump says Bolton’s upcoming tell-all book breaks the law “This is the book Donald Trump doesn’t want you to read,” a statement by Bolton’s publisher said. By World Israel News Staff President Donald Trump warned former national security adviser John Bolton on Monday that he could face a “criminal problem” if his tell-all book is released next week.
Enforcement lapsing, Israel sees 216 cases in 24 hours
Masked and unmasked Israelis at a cafe in Tel Aviv on June 16, 2020. (Flash90/Miriam Alster) Flash90/Miriam Alster Enforcement lapsing, Israel sees 216 cases in 24 hours Health Ministry blames the spike of coronavirus cases on relaxed coronavirus restrictions. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News Israel’s upsurge of coronavirus cases continued on Tuesday with 216 new cases diagnosed, many coming from the heavily haredi communities of Bnei Brak, Beitar Illit, Elad and also the Arab sector.
Israel in 'final stages' of purchasing coronavirus vaccine from US biotech company
Coronavirus vaccine concept depiction (Shutterstock) Shutterstock) Israel in ‘final stages’ of purchasing coronavirus vaccine from US biotech company The U.S. biotech firm responsible for the experimental vaccine hopes to produce somewhere between 500 million and 1 billion vaccines per year. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News An unnamed Health Ministry official told Ynet on Sunday that Israel is in “advanced talks” with a U.S. biotech company to purchase its experimental coronavirus vaccine.
World Bank invests $15 million in Palestinian IT sector
World Bank headquarters in Washington, DC. (shutterstock) shutterstock World Bank invests $15 million in Palestinian IT sector Twenty-five percent of working Palestinians were unemployed in 2019. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News The World Bank, an international financial institution that allocates funds to poor countries, approved a $15 million grant to boost the information technology (IT) sector in the Gaza Strip and Judea and Samaria.
NYC Mayor de Blasio fires back as Cuomo threatens to shut down Manhattan
NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio looks on as Gov. Andrew Cuomo speaks at a news conference, Oct. 24, 2018. (AP/Kevin Hagen) (AP/Kevin Hagen) NYC Mayor de Blasio fires back as Cuomo threatens to shut down Manhattan “We don’t believe imprisoning people or taking away their livelihood is the answer,” an NYC City Hall spokeswoman said on behalf of the mayor. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio fired back at Gov.
Orthodox Jews in New York sue governor, mayor over coronavirus policy
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo (left) and New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (AP/Mark Lennihan) AP/Mark Lennihan Orthodox Jews in New York sue governor, mayor over coronavirus policy The governor of New York and mayor of New York City abused their power, according to the complaint filed in the lawsuit.
IDF officers unhappy with 'minicars' army leased for them
A SEAT Ibiza mincar (Shutterstock) Shutterstock IDF officers unhappy with ‘minicars’ army leased for them “Forget about traveling with a family because even just two children can barely squeeze into the backseat,” said one IDF officer. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News For a long time, the IDF leased personal vehicles to its officers, but despite this perk, many are becoming unhappy with the cars being provided to them.
Israeli government set to give final approval of 'Trump Heights'
Sign marking where Trump Heights will be located (Flash 90/David Cohen) (Flash90/David Cohen) Israeli government set to give final approval of ‘Trump Heights’ About 20 families are scheduled to move to Trump Heights in the summer. The Israeli government is expected to give its final approval on Sunday to begin building up Trump Heights, a future settlement named after U.S. President Donald Trump.
Corona infections in Israel soar in last 24 hours, blamed on indifference to restrictions
Medical technician testing for coronavirus at a mobile testing station in Holon, June 11, 2020. (Flash90) (Flash90) Corona infections in Israel soar in last 24 hours, blamed on indifference to restrictions Officials blame the spike on the public’s general indifference to social distancing and other coronavirus health guidelines. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News Israel’s coronavirus cases and fatalities soared over the past 24 hours with more than 200 new infections and one death recorded Friday.
'Beginning of Hell': Gaza terror group warns Israel to get ready
Palestinians prepare incendiary balloons to launch into Israel. (Flash90/Ail Ahmed) Flash90/Ail Ahmed ‘Beginning of Hell’: Gaza terror group warns Israel to get ready The Hamas affiliated terrorist group vowed to launch 1,300 incendiary balloons at Israel on Friday.
Government set to give final approval of 'Trump Heights'
Sign marking where Trump Heights will be located (Flash 90/David Cohen) (Flash90/David Cohen) Government set to give final approval of ‘Trump Heights’ About 20 families are scheduled to move to Trump Heights in the summer. The Israeli government is expected to give its final approval on Sunday to begin building up Trump Heights, a future settlement named after U.S. President Donald Trump.
NASCAR bans Confederate flags at Racing events
Confederate flag raised at NASCAR Talladega Superspeedway race on Oct. 7, 2007 (AP/Rob Carr) AP/Rob Carr NASCAR bans Confederate flags at Racing events “Bringing people together around a love for racing and the community is what makes our fans and sport special,” NASCAR said in a statement.
Trump says no way to changing names of US Army bases
President Donald Trump during a visit to Fort Benning with first lady Melania Trump and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Ben Carson, March 8, 2019. (AP/Carolyn Kaster) (AP/Carolyn Kaster) Trump says no way to changing names of US Army bases Pressure is mounting on military institutions to address racism and inequality.
Islamic Jihad flexes muscles in Palestinian Authority as Abbas fears to challenge
Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists take part in a symbolic funeral for the movement's former leader Ramadan Shalah in Gaza City, on June 7, 2020. (Flash90/Ail Ahmed) (Flash90/Ail Ahmed) Islamic Jihad flexes muscles in Palestinian Authority as Abbas fears to challenge Analysts believe Abbas is getting weaker politically after he cut security cooperation with Israel.
Natalie Portman endorses ‘Defund the Police’ movement
Natalie Portman (Shutterstock) Shutterstock Natalie Portman endorses ‘Defund the Police’ movement “I’ve gotten to the age in my life, where if my gut feels uncomfortable, I take the situation as wrong,” the Israeli-born actress wrote. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News Oscar-winning actress Natalie Portman joined other celebrities on Tuesday to endorse the “Defund Police” movement, which calls for money intended for police departments to be diverted to social services programs instead.
Chinese pickles protect teeth from cavities, Israeli study says
A bowl of Sichuan pickles (Shutterstock) Shutterstock Chinese pickles protect teeth from cavities, Israeli study says Sichuan pickles also help eliminate bad breath. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News If you want healthy teeth, hate going to the dentist, and love pickles than we have some great news for you. Any dentist could tell you that probiotics, a bacteria considered healthy for the body, can slow down the buildup of plaque over time.
Netanyahu imposes new coronavirus regulations as numbers spike
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (AP/Menahem Kahana) AP/Menahem Kahana Netanyahu imposes new coronavirus regulations as numbers spike Israeli police, criticized themselves for laxity in enforcing guidelines, were called upon to ensure citizens comply with the regulations. By Aaron Sull, World Israel News Israelis have taken the easing of corona restrictions a little too far. That’s the conclusion of Israel’s government after a new spike in coronavirus cases.
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