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Watch: Jerusalem Day at Yeshivat Hakotel

Jerusalem Day celebrations at Yeshivat Hakotel began with an inspiring evening of prayer and Torah learning.

Live: Jerusalem Day prayers & celebrations begin at Western Wall

A festive Maariv prayer and the unfurling of a giant Israeli flag in the center of the Western Wall Plaza, with the participation of thousands and in the presence of the Rabbi of the Western Wall and Holy Sites, Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz; Jerusalem Mayor Mr. Moshe Lion; and other public figures.

Omer Wenkert: Before the IDF entered Rafah my captors deliberately starved me

At legal forum, hostage Omer Wenkert recounts 420 days of Hamas captivity marked by isolation, starvation, and abuse: 'They came to me once in never.'

Chief of Staff: 'Now is our time to defeat the Khan Yunis brigade'

During a high-level tour of Khan Yunis, Chief of the General Staff LTG Eyal Zamir, alongside top IDF commanders, conducted a strategic assessment as Operation Gideon’s Chariots intensifies.

Sylvan Adams included in TIME100 Philanthropy List

TIME honors Canadian-Israeli philanthropist Sylvan Adams for transformative giving, including historic $100 million post-October 7 donation to revitalize Israel’s south and advance global Jewish unity.

Malta to recognize Palestinian state

The Prime Minister of Malta, Robert Abela, announced that his country would officially recognize a Palestinian state.

'Hide Jewish symbols': Anti-Israel protests spark NSC warning to Israelis in Canada

Travel alert upgraded to Level 2 as Israeli officials cite recent attacks, radicalized rhetoric, and planned anti-Israel protests in Toronto and Waterloo.

Per Trump's directive: Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to visit Israel

US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to visit Israel on President Trump’s directive following DC murders of embassy staff; will meet leaders, honor victims, and attend memorial ceremony.<a href="https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/408941">Read more.</a>

Watch: IDF, Border Police nab senior Lions’ Den terrorist in Shechem

In a joint undercover operation guided by Shin Bet intelligence, IDF and Border Police forces arrested a senior Lions' Den terrorist in Shechem; suspect wounded while fleeing, explosive devices hurled at troops.

Navy activity in Gaza: Hamas naval commando who participated in massacre eliminated

The Israeli Navy, together with other bodies, eliminated Ahmad Al-Lahwani, who served as an operative in Hamas's naval commando unit and infiltrated through the Kerem Shalom Crossing.

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Yom Yerushalyim Begins With Massive Israeli Flag At Kosel Plaza [SEE THE VIDEO]

Yom Yerushalyim events begun at the Kosel on Sunday night, with thousands in attendance. At the heart of the event, a giant Israeli flag, measuring an impressive 46×28 meters, was unfurled across the Kosel Plaza. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Memorial Day 2025: Retail Hours, Government Closures, and Travel Forecast

In what had long been celebrated every May 30 to honor America’s fallen soldiers, Memorial Day officially became a federal holiday in 1971, observed on the last Monday in May. Businesses increasingly have chosen to stay open, leading to what is now one of the biggest retail sales and travel weekends of the year. Here’s what is open and closed this year on Memorial Day: GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS Government offices, post offices, courts and schools are closed. BANKS AND MARKETS U.S. stock markets and banks are closed Monday. Most FedEx and UPS pickup and delivery services will also not be available on Memorial Day, though some special services will be accessible. RETAILERS Warehouse membership club Costco will be closed on Memorial Day, but the vast majority of retailers will be open, with many trying to lure customers with big promotional sales. Hours may vary by location. TRAVEL Memorial Day is also considered the unofficial opening of the summer travel season. Americans are expected to get away in record numbers over the long Memorial Day weekend even as economic and technical worries rattle the U.S. travel industry. Auto club AAA projects that more than 45 million people — 1.4 million more than last year — will venture at least 50 miles from their homes between Thursday and Monday, with the vast majority going by car. The holiday’s previous domestic travel record of 44 million people was set 20 years ago. AAA’s fuel tracker shows motorists can expect to pay less for gasoline this year. The U.S. average price on Wednesday was $3.18 for a gallon of regular gas compared to $3.60 a year ago. AAA projects 39.4 million people will travel by car over the weekend — the highest number for that holiday since AAA began tracking it in 2000 — and that another 3.61 million people will travel by air, a nearly 2% increase over last year’s 3.55 million. Air safety has been on the minds of travelers after a midair collision in January of a passenger jet and a U.S. Army helicopter above Washington, D.C. killed 67 people. There have also been some close calls. In recent weeks, flight delays and cancellations stemming from an air traffic controller shortage and equipment failures at a facility that directs aircraft in and out of the Newark, New Jersey, airport have also made some people reluctant to get on a plane. (AP)

“Mommy Will I Live?” – A Heartbroken Mother’s Plea to Save Her Little Girl

B”hEvery parent dreams of watching their child grow up healthy and happy. For Racheli, that dream was shattered the moment her youngest daughter, Gitty, was born. Three years ago, Gitty came into the world with a rare combination of severe heart defects. From her very first breath, she was in danger. “She was so tiny,” recalls Racheli, her voice trembling. “We were told there was no option but to fly her to Boston immediately for surgery. She was just a month old.” Thanks to a complex operation overseas, Gitty survived. But survival came with a heavy price – emotionally, physically, and financially. A Life of Hospitals, Flights, and Fear Since that first surgery, the family has been living a life few could imagine. Every six months, Racheli and her husband must fly Gitty to Boston for vital medical evaluations and catheterizations. The child has spent more time in hospital rooms than in playgrounds. And now, Gitty faces her most critical challenge yet: a second, life-saving heart surgery. “This is the big one,” says Racheli. “The surgery she couldn’t have as a baby – the one that could give her a real future.” But the costs are staggering. Even without counting the surgery, the family is burdened with over $10,000 in medical expenses every single month – insurance, treatments, hospital stays, medications, and more. “My husband is a special-ed assistant, and I work part-time in a call center,” Racheli explains. “We barely manage to cover groceries and rent for our four children. We’re drowning in debt, and the bills keep coming.” The Loneliness of a Desperate Mother The Gitty parents are not asking for luxuries. They’re asking for the chance to save their daughter’s life. “It’s not easy to ask for help,” says Racheli, holding back tears. “But I can’t look at my daughter and not do everything possible to fight for her.” Their campaign on The Chesed Fund is their last hope. Every donation goes directly to the mounting medical costs and the upcoming surgery that Gitty urgently needs. A Call to Klal Yisrael As Am Yisrael faces so many national and personal challenges, the mitzvah of Pikuah Nefesh — saving a life — stands above all. The family struggle is not just theirs. It’s ours. Please open your hearts and help. A little girl is waiting — and time is running out. 👉 To donate click hereAll contributions are Tax-deductible 501C3

Levaya for Habachur Rafael Faham z”l, Third Victim of Jackson Crash, Set for 4:45 PM in Lakewood

The levaya for habachur Rafael Faham z”l, the third fatality in Friday’s tragic crash in Jackson, will take place at the Lakewood Chapel, 613 Ramsey Ave., at 4:45 PM. Besuros Tovos.

NYPD, Shomrim Hunt for Hit-and-Run Suspects in Stolen Vehicle After Flatbush Crash

FLATBUSH: The NYPD and Flatbush Shomrim are investigating a hit-and-run MVA that occurred on East 13th Street between Avenues M and N. Vehicles were seen piled on top of one another at the scene. Two suspects fled the vehicle wearing construction clothing, and both the NYPD and Flatbush Shomrim are actively searching for them. Sources tell Flatbush Scoop that the vehicle driven by the suspects—dressed as construction workers—was reported stolen.

Houthis Issue Evacuation Order for Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport

The Houthis have just issued an evacuation order for Ben Gurion airport.

FDA to Restrict Future COVID-19 Vaccines to Over 65 or High-Risk Groups

🚨 In a major policy change, the Food and Drug Administration has announced a plan to limit access to future COVID-19 shots only to people over 65 years old or those with an underlying health condition. This change would apply to any future updated versions of the vaccine,

US NATO Envoy: China Needs US Market More, Trump Pushes for Fair Trade

US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker on China: “They do need our market a lot more than we need theirs. But, you know, at the same time, The Iowa farmer—my friends back home that sell their exports to China—also would like those markets opened… what President Trump wants is fair trade.”

IDF Chief: Gaza War Not Endless, Hamas Losing Grip as Operations Intensify

During a visit to the Gaza Strip this morning, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir says the fighting is “not a forever war… We are intensifying our activity in accordance with the orderly plan. Hamas is under tremendous pressure; it has lost most of its assets and its command and control,” Zamir says during a tour of Khan Younis with Southern Command chief Maj. Gen. Yaniv Asor.

Leaflets in Gaza’s Deir al-Balah Name Local Terrorists, Urge Expulsion for Peace

Leaflets scattered over Deir al-Balah in central Gaza identify local terrorists by name. “Be aware of those near you. They cause destruction and suffering. Expel them to secure a brighter future.”

Israeli Undercover Forces Arrest “Lions’ Den” Terrorist in Nablus Raid

Undercover Border Police officers from Yehuda and Shomron, guided by the Shin Bet, arrested a wanted terrorist affiliated with the “Lions’ Den” terror organization during an operation in Nablus. The terrorist attempted to flee, was shot in the lower body, and taken into custody.

Gaza Anti-Hamas Protests Erupt: “We Are Not Hamas,” Demonstrators Chant

New anti-Hamas protests broke out in the Gaza Strip today. “The world must know, the people of Gaza are not Hamas,” demonstrators chanted.

Tens Of Thousands Join Rival Rallies In Warsaw As Poland’s Presidential Runoff Nears

Tens of thousands of Poles took part in dueling patriotic marches in Warsaw on Sunday, led by the two men vying for the presidency in a June 1 runoff election which is expected to be both close and consequential for the nation’s future. Many of those who joined Sunday’s marches had traveled from across Poland, a country of nearly 38 million people, not just to support a candidate but to rally behind sharply divergent visions for the nation’s future. At the head of one march was Rafał Trzaskowski, 53, the pro-European Union mayor of Warsaw. He is a close political ally of Prime Minister Donald Tusk, who has led a centrist coalition government since late 2023. During a speech to a huge crowd Trzaskowski laid out his vision for a Poland that is inclusive and vowed to work to help develop Polish industry as the nation continues an economic transformation into a regional economic and military power. In another part of Warsaw, Karol Nawrocki, 42, addressed his supporters. A conservative historian and former boxer, Nawrocki is backed by the national conservative Law and Justice party, which governed Poland from 2015 to 2023. He heads the state-run Institute of National Remembrance, which under Law and Justice became known for promoting nationalist versions of Polish history. His supporters describe him as the embodiment of traditional, patriotic values — a man who, like U.S. President Donald Trump, promises to restore what they call “normality.” “I am a Pole who understands the hardships of everyday life,” Nawrocki told the crowd. “I stand before you and I am fully convinced that I am your voice.” ‘It’s high time for truth’ Earlier this month, the White House released photos of Nawrocki meeting Trump in the Oval Office — a tacit but unmistakable show of support from the U.S. president. But Nawrocki’s candidacy has also been dogged by controversy. Allegations recently surfaced that he swindled an elderly man out of an apartment — claims many of his supporters dismiss as politically motivated. Reports also emerged that he participated in a brawl involving football hooligans in 2009, something he did not deny, saying in that in his life he took part in “various forms of noble combat.” His behavior during a presidential debate on Friday also generated a lot of attention and controversy: at one point Nawrocki appeared to discreetly put something in his mouth. He later said it was a nicotine pouch. Trzaskowski argued in his speech that Nawrocki was not fit to represent the nation as its president. “It’s high time for truth, honesty to win, for the future to win, and that’s exactly what’s at stake in these elections,” Trzaskowski said. “On June 1, we will all make a decision that may be one of the most important in our lives. A decision that will affect the fate of our children, the fate of our grandchildren.” Trzaskowski previously ran for president in 2020, narrowly losing to incumbent Andrzej Duda, whose second and final five-year term ends this summer. Strengthening ties with Europe The runoff follows a first-round vote on May 18 that narrowed the initial field of 13 candidates to Trzaskowski and Nawrocki. Recent polls show them running neck-and-neck, within the margin of error, making the outcome impossible to predict. Both men are now courting voters who backed the hard-right […]

CANADA: Israel Warns Of Radical Antisemites Increasingly Targeting Jews And Israelis, Issues Travel Warning

Israel’s National Security Council (NSC) on Sunday raised the travel warning for Canada from Level 1 (“General Precaution”) to Level 2 (“Increased Threat”), citing a disturbing rise in terrorist threats and anti-Israel sentiment directed at Jews and Israelis living or visiting the country. According to the NSC, the updated advisory comes in response to “a growing threat posed by terrorist actors targeting Jews and Israelis in Canada.” Over the past 18 months, there have been a series of concerning incidents, including attacks on Jewish institutions and targeted acts of violence against visibly Jewish individuals. The NSC said that “radicalized elements” within Canada have been emboldened by recent global events and appear to be intensifying their rhetoric and actions. Just this year, Jewish schools, shuls, and community centers in Canada have been subject to multiple attacks and threats. In several online forums, calls for violent action against Jewish and Israeli targets have been documented, including direct incitement and promises of future violence. Authorities believe these are not isolated incidents but rather part of a larger, coordinated wave of anti-Jewish hostility sweeping across parts of the country. In particular, Israeli officials are warning of large anti-Israel demonstrations expected to take place today in Toronto and Waterloo, organized by fringe groups openly calling for confrontation with supporters of Israel. The NSC is urging all Israelis and Jews in Canada to avoid these gatherings and refrain from counter-protesting. The advisory also highlights a deeply troubling trend: “radicalized discourse in Canadian society is increasingly mainstreaming anti-Israel extremism,” the NSC said, “and this poses a tangible threat to personal safety.” To minimize risk, the Council is calling on Israelis in Canada—whether living, visiting, or studying—to maintain a low profile, avoid political demonstrations, and steer clear of areas where protests are expected. They are also urged to remain in contact with local Jewish institutions and follow guidance from community security officials. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Russia and Ukraine Complete Largest Prisoner Exchange of the War Amid Devastating Airstrikes

Russia and Ukraine swapped hundreds more prisoners on Sunday, the third and last part of a major exchange that reflected a rare moment of cooperation in otherwise failed efforts to reach a ceasefire in the more than three years of war. Hours earlier, the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, and other regions came under a massive Russian drone-and-missile attack that killed at least 12 people and injured dozens. Ukrainian officials described it as the largest aerial assault since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Russia’s Defense Ministry said each side exchanged 303 soldiers, following the release of 307 combatants and civilians each on Saturday, and 390 on Friday — the biggest total swap of the war. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed Sunday’s exchange, saying on X that “303 Ukrainian defenders are home.” He noted that the troops returning to Ukraine were members of the “Armed Forces, the National Guard, the State Border Guard Service, and the State Special Transport Service.” Nataliya Borovyk, the sister of released Ukrainian soldier Ihor Ulesov, was overwhelmed when she learned of her brother’s return. “My uncle had to calm me down and put me in a taxi so I could get here,” she told The Associated Press. “A moment like that stays with you forever.” Borovyk said the family had been waiting anxiously for news, and that she had hoped her brother might be released in the first part of the exchange on Friday. “We were worried about all the guys. He wasn’t there on Friday, but I was here — I at least greeted them, I stood there until the very end and waited, (hoping) maybe he would appear after all.” In talks held in Istanbul earlier this month — the first time the two sides met face to face for peace talks — Kyiv and Moscow agreed to swap 1,000 prisoners of war and civilian detainees each. The exchange has been the only tangible outcome from the talks. Largest aerial attack of the war The scale of the onslaught was stunning — Russia hit Ukraine with 367 drones and missiles, the largest single aerial attack of the war, according to Yuriy Ihnat, a spokesperson for Ukraine’s Air Force. In all, Russia used 69 missiles of various types and 298 drones, including Iranian-designed Shahed drones, he told The Associated Press. There was no immediate comment from Moscow on the strikes. For Kyiv, the day was particularly somber as the city observed Kyiv Day, a national holiday that falls on the last Sunday in May, commemorating its founding in the 5th century, Zelenskyy said Russian missiles and drones hit more than 30 cities and villages, and urged Western partners to ramp up sanctions on Russia — a longstanding demand of the Ukrainian leader but one that despite warnings to Moscow by the United States and Europe has not materialized in ways to deter Russia. “These were deliberate strikes on ordinary cities,” Zelenskyy wrote on X, adding that Sunday’s targets included Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Khmelnytskyi, Ternopil, Chernihiv, Sumy, Odesa, Poltava, Dnipro, Mykolaiv, Kharkiv and Cherkasy regions. “America’s silence, the silence of others in the world, only encourages” Russian President Vladimir Putin, he said. “Without truly strong pressure on the Russian leadership, this brutality cannot be stopped. Sanctions will certainly help.” Russia’s Defense Ministry, meanwhile, said its air defenses shot down 110 Ukrainian drones overnight. ‘Sleepless night’ Sounds of […]

Hamas Naval Commando Who Infiltrated Israel on Oct. 7 Killed in Gaza Strike

ELIMINATED: A Hamas terrorist who infiltrated Israel on October 7, 2023, was killed in a recent strike in the Gaza Strip, the military says. The IDF says Ahmad Osama Hassan Al-Lahouni, who served in Hamas’s naval commando unit, was killed in strike carried out jointly by the Southern Command, Israeli Air Force, Intelligence Directorate, Navy, and Shin Bet.

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