Category: 4. World
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Election of Austrian neo-Nazi Herb Kickl could be disastrous
The head of the Jewish community in Austria has warned that the victory of the far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) in Austria’s general election should be seen as a threat to Jews in the country. “The electoral success of the FPÖ is a threat… Continue Reading
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USAID to be sent to Gaza, West Bank
The United States on Monday will announce nearly $336 million in additional humanitarian assistance for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, according to a US Agency for International Development statement seen by Reuters. The funding,… Continue Reading
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Hillel unveils new programs, resources and website for Jewish students for the new school year
September 30, 2024 9:31 am After last school year’s pervasive anti-Israel protests, spring encampments, and an unprecedented rise in antisemitic… Continue Reading
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Far-right party founded by former Nazis wins Austrian election
A far-right party founded by former Nazis whose leader has adopted a moniker used by Adolf Hitler won in Austria’s national elections on Sunday. The showing by the Freedom Party, known by the acronym FPO, is unprecedented… Continue Reading
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Israel’s must react cautiously to Austria’s political situation
The historical victory of Austria’s far-right and sovereigntist Freedom Party (FPÖ), led by Herbert Kickl, in Sunday´s general election, is a diplomatic challenge to Israel’s foreign policy. Israel is boycotting the Freedom Party due to… Continue Reading
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Hurricane Helene kills at least 90 in US
The southeastern US began a huge cleanup and recovery effort on Sunday, and the death toll climbed to 100 after Hurricane Helene knocked out power for millions, destroyed roads and bridges, and caused dramatic flooding from Florida to… Continue Reading
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Posting pro-Palestine slogans may prevent German citizenship
Individuals who posted ‘From the River to the Sea’ on social media will be denied German citizenship, according to stipulations in the new citizenship law, as cited by German channel NDR (North German Radio and Television) and the Federal… Continue Reading
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Erin Molan faces backlash after Israel support versus Hezbollah
Australian news anchor Erin Molan recently came under fire after voicing her support for Israel last Friday during a news broadcast on Sky News Australia. “Nobody knows what will happen next in the Middle East, but I know without any doubt… Continue Reading
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Pro-Palestinian activists protest outside UK base in Cyprus
Pro-Palestinian campaigners protested at the gates of RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus on Sunday, accusing Britain of offering tacit support to Israel’s ongoing operations in Gaza and elsewhere. Chanting “Out with the bases of death” a couple of… Continue Reading
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31 wounded in arsons in Germany’s Essen by machete-armed man
A 41-year-old Syrian national wounded 31 people, including two children who were left in critical condition, in arson attacks on Saturday in the German city of Essen, according to police and media reports from Sunday morning. At around… Continue Reading