The Jerusalem Post Archive

2 February 2009
At this Dallas synagogue, Purim comes with fog machines, zip lines and Broadway flair

Rabbi Adam Roffman has transformed the traditional Purim spiel at Dallas’s Shearith Israel into a high-octane theatrical event, blending his Broadway background with spiritual community building.

IDF kills head of Palestinian Islamic Jihad in Lebanon during strikes in Beirut

Abu Hamza Rami, Palestinian Islamic Jihad’s Lebanon commander, was responsible for advancing and carrying out hundreds of terrorist attacks against IDF soldiers and Israeli civilians.

IDF strikes IRGC broadcasting headquarters in Tehran

Semi-official IRGC news outlet Tasnim reported that two explosions were witnessed in the area of the broadcasting building.

US urges citizens to immediately depart over a dozen Middle Eastern countries, including Israel

Mora Namdar, the State Department's assistant secretary for consular affairs, said US citizens should leave using available commercial transportation "due to safety risks."

Intelligence assessment warns of Iranian attacks on US following Khamenei's death

A report from the Office of Intelligence and Analysis at the Department of Homeland Security said Iran and its proxies "probably" pose a threat of targeted attacks on the United States.

US Embassy in Riyadh hit by Iranian drones, fire breaks out

According to a Reuters report, a loud blast was heard before the fire broke out, and smoke was seen rising over Riyadh's Diplomatic Quarter, which houses foreign missions.

Netanyahu says Iranian leadership incapable of reform, 'totally fanatical' during Fox interview

"The Iranian terror regime is at the weakest point it's ever been at," Netanyahu stated, adding that he expects military actions against Iran will be "quick and decisive."

Israel hacked Tehran's traffic cameras, used AI to plan Khamenei's assassination - Financial Times

A Financial Times report reveals Israel used hacked traffic cameras and AI to map Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s movements before his assassination. 30 missiles were used in the precision strike.

IDF troops operating in southern Lebanon alongside air force strikes on Hezbollah terrorists

Iranian missile hits in central Israel • US denies targeting school in Iran • US Embassy in Riyadh struck by drone attack • Iran resumes missile launches at Israel

US says it wouldn't deliberately target a school after Iran said over 160 killed in strike

The reported strike took place on a girls' elementary school in the town of Minab in southern Iran on Saturday, marking the deadliest incident in the US and Israel's war against Iran.

Explosions heard in Iran's Isfahan, Shiraz, Kangavar, semi-official Iranian agency claims

Mehr News Agency claimed that explosions were heard in the three Iranian cities amid ongoing Israeli-US strikes as part of operations Roaring Lion and Epic Fury.

Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi - analysis

US military actions against Iran leave Xi Jinping in a tough spot ahead of his summit with Trump, with China's oil supply at risk and limited options to respond.

Rubio says Israel drew US into war with Iran over planned Israeli strikes

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi responded to Rubio's statements, saying that the US has "entered a war of choice on behalf of Israel."

Iran, Israel and Hitler’s gun are all on the ballot in key primaries in Texas and NC on Tuesday

Tuesday’s primaries in NC and Texas will test the power of a new anti-Israel PAC and the viability of "The AK Guy." The results come as the Iran war leaves American Jews feeling politically adrift.

Clinton says Trump told him of 'some great times' with Jeffrey Epstein

Both Clinton and Trump have repeatedly said they did not see any evidence of sex trafficking, and neither has been accused by authorities of criminal activity related to Epstein.

State Department switches to OpenAI as US agencies start phasing out Anthropic

The federal government's widening boycott of Anthropic and its Chatbot platform Claude marked a harsh rebuke by Washington.

The artificial intelligence that will scold you if you’re slacking

Fomi AI is not just another AI that does the work for you; it makes sure you are actually working: It monitors activity on your computer, and if you’re not working, it will scold you.

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Dreaming big: “The vision is to connect Israel to a regional energy network”

Before 40, Sharon Hatzor, Deputy Director General for Policy & Strategy, plans Israel’s energy future: More renewables, decentralization, regional cooperation, and less focus on borders.

The true star of Purim: Shortcrust pastry that turns into a perfect poppy seed cake

Ahead of Purim, shortcrust pastry takes center stage in the kitchen. Turn it into a simple, delicious poppy seed cake that disappears fast, with a filling you can swap for any flavor you like.

US Marines fired on protesters storming consulate in Karachi, Pakistan, officials say

Ten people were killed on Sunday when protesters breached the compound’s outer wall after Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in strikes on Iran.

Home in northern Israel hit by Hezbollah missile, no serious injuries

Immediately after the Hezbollah rocket volley, reports were received of a direct hit on a building in central Israel from an Iranian missile. No casualties were reported following the hit.

Israel basketball national team beats Cyprus, qualifies for next round of World Cup qualifiers

With the 83-54 victory on Sunday night, Israel punched its ticket to the second stage of qualifying and is now 2-2 and in third place in Group E.

IDF conducting ground operations in S. Lebanon against Hezbollah, Katz confirms

This comes after IDF Chief Spokesman Effie Defrin and Defense Minister Israel Katz both alluded to a possible Lebanon ground operation on Monday.

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds launches Jewish American heritage month student scholarship contest

The contest reinforces Iowa’s broader commitment to promoting inclusive narratives about the state’s diverse heritage

The world needs this to be a turning point with Iran

We must hope that this confrontation opens a new chapter defined by accountability, security, and the possibility of genuine peace, in Iran and the whole region

A clinical psychologist explains: The method that calms anxiety – and takes less than a minute

We are in an extremely tense period and many people experience anxiety attacks. This is what can be done to calm down – and it takes a minute.

Strength and strain: Israel’s defense and societal resilience in the long war with Iran - editorial

Israel’s confrontation with Iran requires military precision and societal resilience. As the war drags on, how can Israel maintain strength without ignoring the toll on its people?

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