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Even as Western aliyah picks up, new arrivals replace fewer than half of Israeli emigrants

With Russian-speakers no longer moving in high numbers, immigration is trending downward, but Americans, French and others are upping arrivals,...

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In face of rising antisemitism, Amsterdam’s Portugese synagogue celebrates 350 years

In face of rising antisemitism, Amsterdam’s Portugese synagogue celebrates 350 years

King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands attends anniversary event for what was once the largest synagogue in the world

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Hebrew Language Olympiad expands to reach native Arabic speakers and Diaspora pupils

Hebrew Language Olympiad expands to reach native Arabic speakers and Diaspora pupils

For the first time, non-Jewish Israelis are among 5,600 competing to solve a creative slew of linguistic challenges as contest organizers seek to turn...

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Australian police arrest alleged mastermind of string of antisemitic attacks

Australian police arrest alleged mastermind of string of antisemitic attacks

27-year-old Tarek Zahabe is charged with directing at least four incidents in January, including vandalism and arson on Jewish schools and a home of a...

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Faculty, staff driving antisemitism against professors on US campuses — survey

Faculty, staff driving antisemitism against professors on US campuses — survey

Some 73% of Jewish faculty have heard antisemitic statements from other staff members, and 53% said university responses weren’t helpful, an ADL...

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Israeli travelers stranded in Nepal as deadly protests shut down country

Israeli travelers stranded in Nepal as deadly protests shut down country

About 200 Israelis shelter in Kathmandu Chabad House amid Nepal’s most violent riots in decades

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London police say synagogues, Jewish school targeted in ‘revolting’ attacks

Authorities still seeking a man who allegedly smeared urine and feces on four Jewish institutions in the Golders Green neighborhood

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Knesset committee urges government to do more for mental health of immigrant kids

Knesset committee urges government to do more for mental health of immigrant kids

Last month’s suicide of a 13-year-old Russian immigrant girl highlights the need for greater cooperation between ministries

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‘Britain, wake up now’: Estimated 70,000 join March Against Antisemitism in London

‘Britain, wake up now’: Estimated 70,000 join March Against Antisemitism in London

Rally addressed by UK chief rabbi and members of right-wing opposition; representatives from Labour government absent despite receiving invitation,...

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Study finds that one in five British people now holds antisemitic views

Study finds that one in five British people now holds antisemitic views

Figure is double levels recorded in 2021; nearly half of respondents say they believe Israel treats Palestinians the way Nazis treated Jews

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WZO closes election fraud case without penalties for suspected cheaters

WZO closes election fraud case without penalties for suspected cheaters

Reform movement receives most seats, followed by Am Yisrael Chai and Eretz Hakodesh, two of the six slates revealed to be involved in the alleged...

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Israeli cycling team vows to ‘race on’ at Vuelta a España despite disruptive protests

Israeli cycling team vows to ‘race on’ at Vuelta a España despite disruptive protests

Participants warn that anti-Israel protesters interfering in race pose threat to all competitors, after demonstrators cause cyclist to crash, prevent...

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Belgian hospital suspends doctor after ‘Jewish’ medical diagnosis causes uproar

Belgian hospital suspends doctor after ‘Jewish’ medical diagnosis causes uproar

Doctor who allegedly wrote the case summary found to have posted dozens of antisemitic messages

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South African interviewer fired for challenging comparison of Gaza war to Holocaust

South African interviewer fired for challenging comparison of Gaza war to Holocaust

Juliet Newell called the juxtaposition ‘provocative,’ noted the issues are different, prompting SABC broadcaster to boot her under...

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Posthumous Bible commentary by ex-UK chief rabbi seeks to unseat a synagogue staple

Posthumous Bible commentary by ex-UK chief rabbi seeks to unseat a synagogue staple

After Rabbi Jonathan Sacks died suddenly from cancer in 2020, Koren Publishers releases a modern commentary culled from his works that it’s...

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Fearing arrest on ‘war crimes’ charges, Jewish Agency head cancels South Africa trip

Fearing arrest on ‘war crimes’ charges, Jewish Agency head cancels South Africa trip

Agency says decision to forgo visit by Doron Almog, a former IDF general, was made in light of South Africa spearheading accusations against Israel of...

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With growing tech and IDF campus on its way, Beersheba readies for a ‘golden age’

With growing tech and IDF campus on its way, Beersheba readies for a ‘golden age’

Low housing prices, new infrastructure, and an influx of soldiers promise change — but deep social and planning challenges remain

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Housing snapshot: Home sales and rentals across Israel in August 2025

Housing snapshot: Home sales and rentals across Israel in August 2025

The Times of Israel’s regular feature on what is happening in the local property market right now

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Iran-directed criminals twice targeted wrong venue before torching kosher Australian deli

Iran-directed criminals twice targeted wrong venue before torching kosher Australian deli

As suspect in Melbourne synagogue attack appears in court, documents show arson at Lewis’ Continental Kitchen in Bondi was organized by a...

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Australian police arrest second suspect in Melbourne synagogue arson attack

Australian police arrest second suspect in Melbourne synagogue arson attack

20-year-old man charged for alleged involvement in December firebombing of Adass Synagogue that many saw as a turning point for country’s Jewish...

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At a picnic in the park, increasingly isolated young NY Jews let their identities show

At a picnic in the park, increasingly isolated young NY Jews let their identities show

Rising antisemitism and fears of an anti-Israel mayor are leading unaffiliated Jewish professionals to circle their wagons and seek intrareligious...

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New antisemitic meme has Jews claiming items ‘promised 3,000 years ago’

A wave of AI-generated videos show Jewish people asserting ownership over cities, cars, and dogs, trivializing historical attachment to the Land of...

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Aboard first aliyah flight since Oct. 7, immigrants say war strengthened their resolve

Record number of new citizens expected in August as over 200 arrive on a Nefesh B’Nefesh flight; conflict ‘pushed us to clarify our plans...

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Schools in Pakistan promote hostility toward Jews and Israel, report finds

Jews are frequently accused of treachery and Israel is demonized in textbooks, education watchdog IMPACT-se says

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As yet another wartime summer affects travel to Israel, Jewish youth programs are pivoting

Visits to the Holy Land can be a formative experience for Diaspora Jews, but constant travel impediments in the turbulent region force trip leaders to...

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Flouting its own rules, UEFA displays ‘stop killing children’ banner at key match

Rare political statement, which doesn’t name Israel, comes after player called out European soccer governing body for not mentioning that...

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Israeli-American Council LA headquarters vandalized with Nazi symbols

Antisemitic graffiti was also found in other places around the neighborhood of Woodland Hills

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France said to halt visas for El Al security staff

Move would prevent airline employees from working legally in country; Israel’s embassy says it is managing the issue with the French Foreign...

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France slams Israel’s fresh Gaza plans as ‘disaster,’ Italy mulls sanctions

Macron says he’s pushing for creation of ‘UN-mandated stabilization mission’ in Strip; Italy’s defense minister says...

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Only 9 US states have strong antisemitism policies, ADL says, unveiling new monitoring tool

The antisemitism watchdog has launched a system to evaluate how each US state responds to anti-Jewish hatred through legislation, education and public...

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Bono, U2 pen sharp condemnation of Israeli military action in Gaza

The legendary rock band accuses Israel of starving innocent civilians as a weapon of war and creating ‘a humanitarian crisis’ in its war...

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Greek ‘Day of Action’ against Israel ends without major incident

The initiative by pro-Palestinian, anti-Israel groups saw small protests across the popular vacation destination, with no immediate reports of...

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London police up arrest tally to 522 at rally for proscribed group Palestine Action

Number thought to be highest ever for arrests at protest in capital, includes over 100 protesters aged over 70; critics accuse government of turning...

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New plan seeks to attract talented and wealthy Jews to immigrate to Israel

Workers with skills needed by Israeli companies may be eligible for new incentives and grants under a government initiative

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Jerusalem planning to charge drivers who enter city once light rail lines completed

Congestion fee announced by mayor not expected to take effect for at least 7 years, while the capital’s expanded public transportation network...

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Iran executes man convicted of giving Israel details of assassinated nuclear scientist

Roozbeh Vadi, who worked at ‘key facility,’ accused of having leaked information about nuclear scientist who was killed in Israeli strikes...

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UK antisemitism neared record levels in first half of 2025

Israel’s war with Iran in June, along with chants of ‘Death, Death to the IDF’ at Glastonbury festival, caused the biggest spikes in...

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FBI says anti-Jewish hate crimes across US hit record high in 2024

The 1,938 recorded incidents, which translates to more than five incidents per day, accounted for 16% of all hate crimes in the US

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Israel to invest NIS 3.2 billion for post-war rehabilitation in the south

The package, which includes NIS 1.4 billion for Ashkelon and NIS 1.8 billion for other regional councils, is separate from the budget for Gaza border...

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Azerbaijani ISIS member tried for attempted attack on Baku synagogue

The suspect is accused of planning an attack on the Mountain Jews Synagogue of Baku with a Molotov cocktail in December

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Crocodiles euthanized after escapes, poor treatment, cannibalism on West Bank farm

Officials say Nile crocs from a failed settlement tourist attraction were kept under abusive conditions that drove some to cannibalism

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Bosnia national museum accuses Israel of ‘genocide,’ draws flak from Jewish groups

National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina says profits from its sale of a publication about a historic Haggadah will be donated to help Palestinian...

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‘The whole nation needs to feel their pain’: Hostages’ plight looms over Tisha B’Av fast

Amid ongoing war and deepening societal divisions, visitors to Jerusalem’s Western Wall sing, pray, and dream of a better future on saddest day...

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European countries slam videos of emaciated hostages, call on Hamas to disarm

German leader urges Israel not to ‘respond to Hamas’s cynicism’ by halting aid deliveries to Gaza after release of footage of Rom...

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Dutch nurse under investigation after threatening to kill Zionist patients

Btissame Chait-Said allegedly posted on Instagram that ‘all Zionists can die in healthcare and I’m happy to help’

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French court orders trial for six suspects in 1982 terror attack on Jewish deli

Attackers threw grenades, fired machines guns at Jo Goldenberg restaurant, killing six and injuring 22; four of the alleged terrorists likely to be...

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Housing snapshot: Home sales and rentals across Israel in July 2025

The Times of Israel’s regular feature on what is happening in the local property market right now

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After war with Israel, Iran seeks Jewish targets in Europe, increases arrests

Islamic Republic has increased convictions and executions of minorities, including Iranian Jews, a report by the US Commission on International...

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DiCaprio-linked luxury hotel at Herzliya Marina gets building approval

Hollywood actor and producer would own 10% of the environmentally friendly, 14-floor, 365-room hotel project first announced in 2018

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Billions in damages: Israel rebuilds after Iran war, destruction in south and north

An overview of Israel’s rebuilding initiatives following 21 months of war, including the 12-day conflict with Iran

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