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Israeli Children Taught to Not Be Ashamed of Their Body Image
Girls and their mothers who are not especially skinny came to a studio in Tel Aviv to shoot a very special campaign called “stretch marks”. This campaign strives to teach the public that like the name, the vicious remarks never disappear.
Dying Twin Saved by Israeli Doctor in Rare Surgery
About six months ago, Elinor, who was pregnant with identical twins, was told by her doctors that one of the twins was severely underdeveloped and there was no way to save the pregnancy. But thanks to a rare and dangerous fetal surgery, the other, healthy twin was saved. “They told me, ‘Come, sign this form to terminate the pregnancy and we will end this saga,'” says Elinor. The twin on the left side of her uterus was small and ill.
Israeli Technology Aims to Decrease Side Effects of Drugs
A new study by two Israeli researchers details a breakthrough technological achievement that allows drug companies to significantly lower the amount of unwanted side effects. Chemical compounds are made up of molecules. The most important molecules in biology are chiral molecules.
Former Israeli minister charged with spying for Iran
Gonen Segev, former Israeli minister, charged with spying for Iran The disgraced former minister, who has been imprisoned for smuggling drugs, was arrested in May for providing Iran with information on Israeli security and energy. Gonen Segev in court in 2006 Photo credit: Flash 90 A former Israeli lawmaker is facing espionage charges over his contacts with Iranian officials, Israeli media reported on Monday.
Trump defends controversial child separation policy
Amid bipartisan attacks, Trump defends controversial child separation policy The US President tweeted on Monday that children are being used by criminals who wish to enter the US. Donald Trump Photo credit: Flickr US lawmakers from both parties are speaking out against President Donald Trump's policy of separating children of immigrants from their parents at the border. Laura Bush, the former first lady, called the policy "cruel" and "immoral." "I live in a border state.
IDF strikes Hamas targets in Gaza
IDF strikes Hamas targets in Gaza in response to balloon arson attack The attacks on Monday evening join the IDF's overnight strike on Hamas terror targets in Gaza. Watch the IAF's overnight attacksPhoto and video credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit The IDF said it attacked Hamas terror targets in Gaza on Monday evening in response to the flying of incendiary balloons into Israel's territory.
Elkin slams UK's referral to East Jerusalem as 'occupied'
Elkin slams UK's referral to East Jerusalem as 'occupied' Israel's Minister of Jerusalem Affairs said he expects Prince William's aides to rephrase a statement listing the Old City of Jerusalem as "occupied." Prince William and the Western Wall Photo credit: Twitter/Wikimedia Commons Israel's Minister of Jerusalem Affairs has denounced a statement by Kensington Palace referring to East Jerusalem as "the Occupied Palestinian Territories" ahead of next week's visit to the region by Prince William.
Report: Palestinian tries to breach Gaza fence
Report: Palestinian detained by Israel after trying to cross Gaza border The IDF is reportedly looking into ways to legally define incendiary kites as a weapon and thus to allow soldiers to fire directly at the fliers. Israeli soldiers guarding the Gaza border Photo credit: Abed Rahim Khatib, Flash 90 About 2,000 Palestinians congregated near the Gaza border on Friday. According to Palestinian media, one person was detained by Israeli forces after trying to cross into Israel's territory.
US says will take 'firm measures' against Syria's violence
US says will take 'firm measures' against Syria's violence The US has warned Assad's army against carrying out a planned offensive in the de-escalation zone in southwest Syria. Bashar al-Assad Photo credit: Kremlin The US State Department warned Thursday that the US will take "firm and appropriate measures" against Assad's army if it launches an offensive against rebels in southwest Syria.
Bromine leak at Dead Sea factory keeps residents indoors
Residents told to stay indoors over bromine leak at Dead Sea factory The Ministry of Environmental Protection said it is working to contain the incident and will conduct "an extensive inquiry" into it. The scene of the bromine leak Photo credit: Fire and Rescue Services Residents of the Dead Sea area were ordered to stay indoors on Friday after 18 tons of bromine leaked from a nearby factory. Police blocked parts of Highway 90.
Prince William may visit Western Wall
Prince William may visit Western Wall during Israel trip According to the Rabbi of the Western Wall, the UK embassy in Israel is considering arranging for the prince to visit the holy site. Prince William Photo credit: Twitter Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, may visit the Western Wall during his trip to Israel later this month. This has been confirmed by Rabbi Shmuel Rabinovitch, the Rabbi of the Western Wall, during a press briefing.
South Korea considering easing military pressure on North
After summit, South Korea is considering easing military pressure on Pyongyang Washington stressed that sanctions would only be lifted after a complete denuclearization, contradicting reports on North Korea's state-run media.
Southern Israelis step up protest against kite terror
Farmers in southern Israel step up protest against Gaza arsonists About 25,000 acres of farmland have been burned so far by fires caused by incendiary kites and balloons flown from Gaza. Terrorists flying an incendiary kite from Gaza Photo Credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit After weeks of dealing with terrorism in the form of incendiary kites and balloons from Gaza, residents of southern Israel are stepping up their protest.
Miss Iraq visits Israel despite criticism from home
Miss Iraq, whose family was expelled over a selfie with Miss Israel, visits Jerusalem Sarah Idan's family was told they are no longer welcome in Iraq after she posted a selfie with her Israeli counterpart at the Miss Universe pageant. Sarah Idan (right) poses for a selfie with Miss Israel Adar Gandelsman Photo credit: Instagram The winner of the 2017 Miss Iraq beauty pageant was greeted with cheers and hugs as she arrived in Jerusalem's Mahane Yehuda market this week.
PM: Use of drones by terrorists 'a nightmare'
Netanyahu calls use of drones by terrorist groups 'a true nightmare' Addressing ministers of homeland security from all over the world, Netanyahu said Israel is currently trying to handle the use of modern technology for terror purposes. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday addressed ministers of homeland security from nearly 20 foreign countries at a Jerusalem convention.
Trump-Kim summit: An entire world awaits
World sets eyes on Singapore with historic US-NK summit just hours away Tuesday's summit, the culmination of six turbulent months, will center on the denuclearization of North Korea.
Incendiary balloons from Gaza cause fires in southern Israel
Incendiary balloons from Gaza cause fires in southern Israel Hundreds of Israeli high school students came on Monday to help southern Israeli farmers rehabilitate their burnt fields after weeks of almost daily fires. A fire in a wheat field caused by an incendiary kite Photo credit: Yonatan Sindel, Flash 90 Multiple fires broke out in southern Israel on Monday as a result of incendiary balloons being flown from the Gaza Strip. The flames damaged fields and crops adjacent to the border.
Pro-Palestinian, pro-Israel protesters face off in London
London: Pro-Palestinian, pro-Israel protesters face off during Quds Day rally A Jewish lawyer in a wheelchair managed to delay the pro-Palestinian march until being forcibly moved by police. Pro-Palestinian protesters in London Screenshot from YouTube Pro-Palestinian demonstrators took to the streets of London on Monday to mark Quds Day, an anti-Zionist event marked annually toward the end of Ramadan.
Netanyahu offers Iran information on water recycling
Netanyahu offers Iran information on water recycling The prime minister announced a new Farsi-language website in which Israel will share its water technology with Iranian farmers. Watch: Netanyahu's proposal to IraniansPhoto and video credit: PM's Twitter page In an unusual move, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that Israel will share information with Iran on how to desalinate water and recycle wastewater.
Trump arrives in Singapore for US-NK summit
Trump arrives in Singapore ahead of summit with North Korea's Kim Trump will try and push for the dismantling of North Korea’s nuclear weapons program. Donald Trump, Kim Jong-un Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons/Flickr US President Donald Trump has arrived in Singapore ahead of a historic summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un. The two leaders will meet on Tuesday to discuss the denuclearization of North Korea.
IDF destroys underwater Hamas tunnel
IDF reveals it destroyed underwater tunnel dug by Hamas The tunnel would have allowed the terrorist group access to Israel's territory through the water. Watch: The destruction of the tunnelPhoto and video credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit The IDF last week destroyed an underwater tunnel designed to allow Hamas access to Israel's territory through the sea, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said Sunday. The entry into the tunnel was located inside a Hamas military facility in Gaza.
Philippines: Israelis arrested for online fraud
Philippine police arrest 8 Israeli citizens for online fraud The Israeli suspects are said to have managed an online investment fraud that affected people in countries such as Australia and South Africa. Photo credit: Pixabay The Philippine Police on Thursday arrested 500 people, including eight Israelis, for suspected involvement in an online investment fraud that affected people in Australia, South Africa and other countries.
Arab Israeli arrested for contacting Hamas activist
Arab Israeli arrested for contacting Hamas activist online An Israeli court has removed a gag order on the February arrest of a 23-year-old Arab Israeli man who spoke online with a Hamas terrorist. A Hamas terrorist Photo credit: Abed Rahim Khatib, Flash 90 An Arab Israeli man is under arrest for contacting a Hamas terrorist on Facebook. The case has been kept under a court-issued gag order since February.
Boeing will not deliver aircraft to Iran
In light of new sanction, Boeing backs out of contract with Iranian carriers The company said it no longer has a license to sell planes to Iran, adding that no planes have been delivered so far. A Boeing 727 Photo credit: Alex Beltyukov, Wikimedia Commons Boeing said Wednesday it will not deliver any aircraft to Iran in light of the newly-imposed US sanctions, despite two large contracts signed with Iranian carriers.
PM: Assad 'no longer immune' from Israeli attacks
Netanyahu: With Iranian presence in Syria, Assad is 'no longer immune' The Israeli leader answered questions at a London think tank, addressing issues such as Gaza and the Iranian threat. Photo credit: Facebook Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is "no longer immune" from Israeli attacks, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on Thursday.
IDF to Gazans: Do not approach border fence
IDF drops leaflets in Gaza urging locals to skip Friday fence protests The Israeli army accused Hamas of exploiting Gazans for its own political gain. Palestinians near the Israel-Gaza fence Photo Credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit IDF jets dropped leaflets across the Gaza Strip on Thursday calling on locals not to participate in the riots Hamas is planning for tomorrow. "A wise man is a man who considers in advance the consequences of his actions," the leaflets read.
Israeli sources blame Qatar for soccer match cancellation
Israeli sources: Qatar offered Argentina to pay compensation for game cancellation No evidence for that claim has been provided. Qatar has denied this. Lionel Messi celebrating a goal Photo credit: Flickr Israeli sources said on Thursday Qatar was behind the cancellation of a friendly soccer match between Israel and Argentina. The sources, who are linked to the Israeli production team, claimed that the wealthy Gulf state had promised Argentina it would pay the compensation for the cancellation.
Watch: Palestinian nurse killed on Gaza border throws gas grenade
Watch: Palestinian nurse killed on Gaza border throws gas grenade Razan al-Najjar is also shown in the video admitting that she served as a human shield for Hamas. The IDF has released a video showing Razan al-Najjar, the Palestinian nurse allegedly killed by Israeli sniper fire on the Gaza border, throwing a gas grenade and acknowledging her role as a human shield for Hamas terrorists. "Razan al-Najjar was not an angel of mercy as Hamas' propaganda is trying to portray her," Maj.
PM wraps up Iran-centered Europe trip
PM wraps up Europe trip, says his goal is to 'get Iran out of Syria' According to an Israeli official, the leaders of Germany, France and the UK agreed in private talks that Iran should be removed from 'all of Syria.' Netanyahu Photo credit: Kremlin Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is wrapping up a three-day European trip, in which he sought to convince leaders of his stance on the Iran nuclear deal, as well as the need to remove Iranian forces from Syria.
Netanyahu, May at odds on Iranian threat
May to Netanyahu: UK will remain committed to Iran nuclear deal The British Prime Minister also addressed the latest incidents on the Israel-Gaza border, voicing concern over 'the loss of Palestinian lives.' Watch: Netanyahu and May meetVIDEO Israel and the UK can "find ways to work together" on tackling the Iranian threat, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told UK Prime Minister Theresa May on Wednesday. "Today I wish to focus on two goals that we share," Netanyahu told May.
Dismissing criticism, Regev says left-wing MKs 'back terrorism'
Dismissing criticism, Regev says left-wing MKs 'back terrorism' Israel's Culture Minister rejected claims that her own actions led to the cancellation of the Israel-Argentina match, instead claiming her critics from the left 'back terrorism.' Miri Regev Photo credit: Hadas Porush, Flash 90 Israel's Culture and Sports Minister Miri Regev on Wednesday accused left-wing lawmakers of supporting terrorism in response to their criticism of her over the events that led to the cancellation of a...
Rivlin urges Abbas to condemn kite terrorism
Israeli President urges PA leader to condemn terror acts in Gaza Rivlin specifically mentioned the recent arson attacks on southern Israel, which were carried out by use of flaming kites. Rivlin (left) and Abbas Photo credit: Mark Nyman, GPO Israeli President Reuven Rivlin met on Monday with Palestinian Authority leader Mahmoud Abbas and urged him to take action against terrorist activities in Gaza.
State retracts 2013 indictment of 2 IDF servicemen
State retracts 2013 indictment of 2 IDF servicemen who shot Palestinian teen The charges were dropped after the prosecution concluded that the shooting had not violated the army's rules of engagement. IDF soldiers Photo Credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit The State Attorney's Office announced on Monday it is cancelling an indictment issued five years ago against two IDF servicemen who had shot a Palestinian teen near Ramallah.
PM: Iran 'trying to conquer' Middle East
In Germany, Netanyahu warns of Iran's military and religious goals in Middle East The two leaders agreed on the magnitude of the Iranian threat, but seemed to differ greatly on how to tackle it. Watch: Netanyahu's statement in GermanyPhoto and video credit: GPO Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and German Chancellor Angela Merkel held a joint press conference on Monday following their meeting in Berlin.
3 Israelis and an American woman injured in India
3 Israelis and an American woman injured in India car crash The Israeli Consul in New Delhi have contacted the injured, whose condition is unknown. Three Israeli tourists and an American citizen were injured on Monday in a car crash in north-eastern India. Their condition is unknown. The crash took place in Spiti Valley between the towns of Manali and Leh. The four were taken to hospital after their vehicle veered off the road and fell into a gorge.
PM orders to deduct payment to arson victims from PA taxes
PM orders to deduct payment to arson victims from PA taxes Netanyahu told the head of the Israeli National Security Council to promote a move whereby money paid by the state to victims of Palestinian arson be deducted from the tax revenue Israel collects on behalf of the Palestinian Authority.
France: Store manager filmed removing Israeli products
France: Store manager pressured by Muslim customer to remove Israeli products A Muslim customer claimed that selling Israeli-made products while Israel 'slaughters the children of Gaza' was offensive to Muslims. Watch: Store manager removes Israeli productsVIDEO A supermarket manager in France was filmed removing Israeli products from a shelf due to pressure from a Muslim customer.
Iranian general denies imminent withdrawal from Syria
Iranian general denies reports of imminent withdrawal from Syria The Iranian army's deputy chief said the US and Israel need to get used to Iran's presence in the region. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps An Iranian military official says Iran has no plan to pull out of southern Syria, dismissing reports from last week which suggested otherwise. "Iran and Syria enjoy deep relations that won't be affected by anybody's propaganda," Brig. Gen.
Palestinians breach fence, set fire to equipment
Palestinians breach fence, set fire to equipment The infiltrators fled back to the Gaza Strip after setting fire to construction equipment on the Israeli side, the IDF said. Palestinians from Gaza breached the border fence on Sunday and entered briefly into Israeli territory, the IDF said. They set fire to construction equipment, causing little damage, before fleeing back to Gaza. The incident near Khan Yunis comes a day after IDF forces fired at a group of Palestinians who had crossed the fence.
IDF gears up for Friday fence protests
As tense ceasefire holds, IDF gears up for renewal of Friday fence protests Though Israeli security officials are predicting a much smaller turnout than usual, Friday's events could determine the fate of the current ceasefire. The IDF is preparing for the renewal of protests along the Israel-Gaza border on Friday after two relatively quiet days. Israeli security officials believe the number of protesters will be smaller than usual.
Macron slams Trump over 'illegal' tariffs
In phone call, Macron warns Trump of EU's response to 'illegal' tariffs The French leader added that the EU would take 'firm' and 'proportionate' action against the move.
Report: Russia greenlit Israeli operation in Syria
Report: Russia gave Israel permission to attack Iranian targets in Syria According to Asharq Al-Awsat, the Kremlin has permitted Israel to carry out military operations against Iran in Syria. The defense ministers of Israel and Russia have reached an understanding to allow Israel to attack Iranian targets in Syria, according to Russian officials quoted by the London-based Arabic-language newspaper Asharq Al-Awsat.
Report: PM asked to tap phones of IDF, Mossad chiefs
Report: Netanyahu asked Shin Bet chief to tap phones of IDF, Mossad chiefs The alleged request took place in 2011, shortly after both officials had assumed their new positions. Netanyahu has strongly denied these allegations.
Report: Iran, Hezbollah to leave southern Syria
Iran, Hezbollah preparing to pull out of southern Syria, human rights group says A Syrian human rights watchdog has reported that Iranian and Hezbollah forces will soon pull out of two Syrian governorates bordering with Israel. A Syrian human rights organization said Thursday forces of Iran and Hezbollah are preparing to pull out of southern Syria. The London-based watchdog said the forces will soon be leaving the governorates of Daraa and Quneitra, which are adjacent to the border with Israel.
Gaza: Respite holds, but 'terror kites' are still flying
Amid tense ceasefire on Gaza border, 'terror kites' cause fires in southern Israel Israelis living near Gaza say the government hasn't been able to find a solution to the newest form of terrorism.
Breaking News from Israel
Report: Iran and Hezbollah are preparing to pull out of southern Syria. More details coming soon. Follow JerusalemOnline Twitter page and stay up to date with the latest news Follow @JOL_NEWS
Israeli minister urges Ireland to cancel terrorist's speech
Israeli minister urges Ireland to cancel speech by convicted Palestinian terrorist Minister Gilad Erdan called the invitation of Leila Khaled, who carried out several terror attacks against Israel in the 1960s, an 'inhumane' act.
Report: Sara Netanyahu tried to attack PM's Office chief
Report: Sara Netanyahu tried to attack PM's Office chief The prime minister's wife reportedly clashed with Eli Groner, the Director-General of the PM's Office, over funding for the Netanyahus' home in Ceasarea. Sara Netanyahu, the wife of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, tried to physically attack her husband's office chief, Haaretz reported on Thursday. According to the report, the incident occurred in January during a meeting between Mrs.
ISIS claims responsibility for Belgium attack
Perpetrator of deadly Belgium attack was 'ISIS soldier', terror group says The terrorist organization offered no proof that Benjamin Herman, 31, who killed two police officers and a bystander in Liege, had been affiliated with it. Police arrive on scene in Liege. VICTORJ_FR/TWITTER ISIS has claimed responsibility for Tuesday's deadly terror attack in Liege, Belgium, claiming that the perpetrator was "a soldier of the caliphate." However, it has offered no evidence to support that claim.
Haley slams UN for refusing to condemn Hamas
Nikki Haley slams UN Security Council for refusing to condemn Hamas 'Who among us would accept 70 rockets launched into your country?" Haley asked council members in a special meeting Wednesday. The UN Security Council convened on Wednesday to discuss the recent flare-up of violence between Israel and Gaza. US Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley slammed the council for blocking a US proposal to officially condemn Hamas.
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