The Jerusalem Post Archive

10 October 2019
Orthodox Jewish NJ man accused of leading double life, holding sex parties

The 33-year-old man from New Jersey is undergoing divorce proceedings after his wife claims he has been unsupportive of the family.

Civilians flee Syrian border towns as Turkey begins offensive

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, announcing the start of the action, said the aim was to eliminate what he called a "terror corridor" on Turkey's southern border.

ZOA slams Merkel for “absurdly claiming Iran is only Anti-Israel”

The ZOA statement said Chancellor Angela Merkel ignores “ Iranian genocidal ambitions to destroy the Jewish state of Israel.

World reacts to German attack: Like darkest periods of Jewish history

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on the authorities in Germany to “continue working with determination against antisemitism” in the country.

Biden on Trump: 'He should be impeached'

"With his words and his actions, President Trump has indicted himself. By obstructing justice, refusing to comply with a congressional inquiry, he's already convicted himself," he said.

They fought alongside the U.S. for five years to be bombed by U.S. NATO ally

Like thieves in the night US forces withdrew from their positions, without explanation, processes, discussions, or leaving behind people to monitor the area.

Liberman plan: Netanyahu first, but without bloc

The plan calls for both Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Blue and White leader Benny Gantz to make compromises in order to enable a national unity government

Synagogue attack sparks fear among Jews in Germany

The news heightened fears of more antisemitic violence in a nation still scarred by the Holocaust and witnessing the rise of the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.

Nearly one-third of Iranian youth are not working or studying - report

Iran's economy has been challenged since the establishment of the Islamic republic in the 1980s. Recent sanctions placed upon the country have exasperated the problem.

Pompeo says U.S. did not give green light to Turkey's Syria incursion
Turkey tells U.N. Security Council its Syria operation to be 'proportionate'

Turkey justified its action under Article 51 of the U.N. Charter, which covers an individual or collective right to self-defense against armed attack.

Turkey tells U.N. Security Council its Syria operation to be 'proportionate'

Turkey justified its action under Article 51 of the U.N. Charter, which covers an individual or collective right to self-defense against armed attack.

Arab League to hold emergency meeting over Turkish offensive into Syria
Court dismisses British debt to Tehran dating back to the 1970s

The deal included selling Iran 1,700 tanks and armored vehicles for 650 million pounds.

Syrian Kurds outgunned but vow to inflict toll on Turkish army

To roll back Kurdish gains, Turkey has already staged two major incursions into the North.

US military takes custody of two high-profile Islamic State militants
Rely on no one

Great and unmatched wisdom?

Kurds are the Evangelicals of the Muslim world

Why can’t we just listen to the Kurds?

Center Field: People prefer pious piyutim to pitchfork politics

It was that kind of evening.

Pompeo says China's treatment of Muslims 'enormous human right violation'

"This is not only an enormous human rights violation, but we don't think it's in the best interests of the world or of China to engage in this kind of behavior,"

The threat is real

But the goal is not to target Americans of Iranian descent .

Who is qualified to officiate a halachic marriage?

Perhaps some competition in the realm of Jewish law would do the Rabbinate some good.

Al-Hol – the aftermath of ISIS

At the end of September, the population of al-Hol encampment stood at just under 70,000. Living conditions are appalling.

How Pittsburgh changed the way American Jews think about security

While some were worried extra security bring about unwanted attention, many members of the Jewish community now see it's necessary to have security up at all times

Lower the electoral threshold

The system is stuck. Let’s not go into an endless cycle of expensive, wearying elections, expecting better results without any potentially effective changes.

Livestreamed killings test social media measures to block extremist content

Facebook said it did not yet have details of how many times the video had been posted on its platforms or how many users saw it, while Twitter referred Reuters to the Forum's statement.

What Bari Weiss misunderstands about America and the Jews

Weiss had believed America loved the Jews, only to have this vision of the nation shattered

Who by fire: 38,000 pounds of bagels burnt in truck days before Yom Kippur

Even after the Yom Kippur fast, some will have to wait a little longer until they can have their favorite food

Girl with degenerative brain disease celebrates bat mitzvah at LA hospital

Despite being given only three years to live, Numa Beron made it to the age of 12.

Russian journalist Julia Yuzik, has been released from Teheran
Questions surround Turkey’s invasion of eastern Syria, US policies

While the attacks on the Kurds are the result, it’s hard to tell exactly why all of this is happening

Turkish lira steady after Turkey launches ground assault in Syria
Election monitor describes Tunisia’s elections and hope for future

‘There are only so many times a population relishes the idea of going to vote’

On Afghan war anniversary, Taliban vow to fight another 18 years

US envoy Khalilzad meets with leaders of Islamist group in what might be resumption of stalled peace talks

Arab Israelis step up protests against violent crime

The protesters set out from the Galilee and Negev in a convoy of vehicles toward Jerusalem, where they were scheduled to demonstrate outside the Prime Minister’s office and other ministries.

UTJ proposes 'veto' plan to enable Likud-Blue and White unity government
UN Ambassador Danon calls on world to 'declare war' on antisemitism
Apple pulls police-tracking app used in Hong Kong protests

The US tech giant had come under fire from China over the app, with the Chinese Communist Party's official newspaper calling the app "poisonous" and decrying what it said was Apple's complicity in helping the Hong Kong protesters.

MMA star Reza Madadi: Break the taboo of Iranians fighting Israelis

The star said he is making the comeback in response to Iranian authorities ordering judoka Saeid Mollaei to lose in the Judo World Championships in August to avoid facing Israeli Sagi Muki.

Indonesian security minister attacked by man with knife -police
Israeli police arrest 5 Palestinians at Temple Mount gate - report

Israeli police entered the Gate of Mercy (Bab al-Rahma) on the Temple Mount and arrested five young men and removed wooden partitions on Thursday, according to Palestinian reports.

IDF fires at Gazan civilian and Hamas soldier - report
Indonesia chief security minister in stable condition - police
Zarif: Either all Gulf states have security, or all will be deprived of it
Israeli start-up successfully grows slaughter-free beef... in space

"This joint experiment marks a significant first step toward achieving our vision to ensure food security for generations to come, while preserving our natural resources."

Israeli art heads to iconic Japanese art & design festival

During the ten-day festival, art and exhibitions are displayed across Tokyo, transforming the entire city into a museum.

Trump: We took the ISIS ‘Beatles’ out of Syria

Trump calls the "Beatles" – whose name he misspelled – the “worst of the worst.” The men were so named because they are alleged to be part of a UK ISIS team.

German synagogue attacked by gunman inadequately protected - Jewish leader

Most Jewish institutions in Germany's large cities have a near-permanent police guard due to occasional antisemitic attacks by both far-right activists and Islamist militants.

Former Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat running for Likud leader
Russian unit attempting to destabilize Europe – Security officials

Intelligence officials from four Western countries said that it's unclear how often the unit is mobilized, adding that it's impossible to know when and where it will strike.

Turkey shells prison holding ISIS foreign fighters - report

A top Syrian Kurdish official said on Thursday that Turkish attacks weaken the ability of security forces in northeast Syria to guard prisons holding Islamic State detainees.

Turkish forces seize targets in Syria offensive

"Our heroic commandos taking part in Operation Peace Spring are continuing to advance east of the Euphrates (river)," the Defence Ministry wrote on Twitter. "The designated targets were seized."

Top Saudi officials hold talks with U.S. state, defense secretaries

Vice Minister of Defence Prince Khalid bin Salman, a brother of Prince Mohammed, said in Twitter posts that he met with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defense Secretary Mark Esper.

No sign of terrorism in Austrian waste plant explosion
German officials apply for arrest warrant for suspected synagogue shooter
Netanyahu offers ‘gallant Kurds’ humanitarian aid

Netanyahu said that the IDF is prepared – offensively and defensively – to deal with any threat, and has “overwhelming power” to do so.

A Beginner’s Guide to the SJP National Conference

Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) announced that its upcoming National Conference, set to commence on November 1, will be held on the University of Minnesota Campus in Minneapolis.

Iran says Turkish military must immediately end attacks in Syria, withdraw
Nobel Prize announces 2019 literature winners from Austria, Poland

Last years award was not handed out due to a protracted scandal involving allegations of sexual abuse and financial misconduct.

German president at Halle synagogue: We must protect Jewish life
Police find 8 explosive devices in Arab town

The police were conducting operations focusing on criminal possession of illegal weapons by criminals and others.

Is New Right on the way to merging with Likud?

Party spokeswoman says no offers from Likud to join, nor have there been any negotiations.

Merkel says antisemitism has no place in Germany after synagogue shooting
Israeli start-up to build world’s first lab-grown meat production facility

The company plans to establish the facility south of Tel Aviv and begin operations next year.

Britain calls for restraint after Turkish incursion into Syria
So many synagogues in Jerusalem

For observant Jews – and few places come more observant than Jerusalem – the Shabbat and Festivals are days out of time.

Netanyahu condemns Turkish action in Syria, ‘gallant’ Kurds
Twelve wounded after shells hit Turkish border towns - Anadolu
The IDF's secret weapon against Iran

Thousands of soldiers and officers pass through its doors every year, training for positions in the IDF’s Military Intelligence Division.

German prosecutor says shooting suspect wanted to carry out massacre
Israelis who grooved at Woodstock

‘I remember that it was two years after the Six Day War. I was 16 and I loved meeting new people’

IDF officers to Netanyahu: Prevent atrocities against Kurds in Syria
Kremlin to Ukraine: pull back troops before we discuss summit
Kremlin says it understands Turkey's security worries in Syria's northeast
International donors to pledge 13.8 bln euros to tackle AIDS - Macron
You deserve to know

A lexicon of 90 years of commitment to Israel and the Jewish people.

Chinese vice premier arrives at USTR offices for high-level trade talks
Turkey does not see lasting negative economic impact from Syria operation
Russia, Saudi Arabia plan deals for $2 bln for Putin's visit to Riyadh
Netanyahu warns against ‘ethnic cleansing of the Kurds’

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke on Sunday against the Turkish invasion of the Kurdish parts in Syria and warned against violence against the Kurdish people.

Voices from the Arab Press: NO INTEREST IN ISLAMIST RULE!

The Arab people do not wish to be governed by Islamist parties.

Nine U.S. Democratic presidential hopefuls to tackle LGBTQ issues at forum

The Los Angeles event is the second major presidential forum dedicated to LGBTQ issues during the Democratic nominating campaign.

Joint List leader: Ending crime among Arabs only a question of will
Trump confirms al Qaeda bomb-maker is dead
Twitch apologizes for live stream of Germany shooting

"Twitch has a zero-tolerance policy against hateful conduct, and any act of violence is taken extremely seriously," Twitch tweeted.

Trump says talking to 'both sides' as Turkey presses offensive in Syria
China willing to reach agreement with U.S. -Vice Premier Liu He
Holiday beer roundup

Shapiro’s new beer is called Strong Sour because of the alcoholic content – 8.5% – not because of the sourness.

Six killed in Turkish border towns in mortar fire from Syria
Indonesia's Chief Security Minister stabbed by alleged Islamic extremist
Trump says will meet with Chinese vice premier at White House on Friday
Threat of right-wing terrorism "very high" in Germany - minister
Russia's Lavrov discusses Turkey's Syria incursion with Iraq's president
Turkey says to be responsible for ISIS prisoners within 'safe zone'
Splash out this Hol Hamoed

Enjoy the outdoors during Sukkot

Miri Regev: ‘The show is over’ for ‘terror theater’

Regev was speaking following the Register of Associations' recent decision to submit a request to the Haifa district court supporting the closure of the foundation that currently runs the theater.

SDF: Nine dead in Turkish offensive in northeast Syria
Fall for these offers

This month enjoy the rest of the holidays, have fun with friends and family – and don’t forget to support the fight against breast cancer

Erdogan advisor: Netanyahu is ‘disgraced politician,’ uses ‘empty words’
President Rivlin gets into the Sukkot spirit

He along with second and third graders decorated the Open Sukkah which will be open to the Israeli public on October 17.

Italy summons Turkish ambassador to protest over Syria operation
Israeli researchers develop vaginal fluid transplant

In two cases, a single dose of VMT induced a long-lasting and complete remission.

U.S. official for SDF's political arm repeats call for Syrian no-fly zone
Zelenskiy says no problems with Germany due to Trump call transcript
Channel 13 reporter told: Don't say Netanyahu ‘PM of transitional gov't’

“The prime minister is the head of government, not [the head of a] transitional [one],” Chanel 13 editor Leor Landberger informed the reporter.

Sukkot with the president

Don’t miss Sukkot at the President’s Residence: Thursday, October 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (entry until 3 p.m.). Admission is free.

Turkish troops and Syrian rebels encircle two SDF-held towns
Rivlin to German president: Act without 'compromise' against antisemitism
Sukkot: Fauna and frailty

I fantasized about combining all three of these far-out customs into one dramatic motion – taking a chicken, beating it over a chair and then throwing it into the river

Social media expert: It’s a mistake to blame technology for our problems

2,200 people viewed Wednesday’s shooting attack outside the synagogue in Halle, Germany

UTJ attempts to form unity government

Liberman plan: Netanyahu first, but without bloc

Boeing says cracks found on 38 of 810 737 NG jets inspected globally

The 737 NG is the third-generation 737 and version before the now grounded 737 MAX, which is not impacted by the cracking issue.

Sukkot: Embracing uncertainty

‘The knock on the door was different from every knock before it. I’ll never forget it’

Iranian women attend first soccer match in 40 years

Iran, one of the traditional powerhouses of Asian football with a passionate fan-base, won their World Cup qualifying match against Cambodia 14-0.

Rivlin to German president: Act without 'compromise' against antisemitism

“We value what the German authorities do to protect and secure the safety of German Jews,” Rivlin said, “and still it is vital to act without compromise or hesitation.”

Back to school (in sunny South Africa)

On the surface, things look the same, but peek a little closer and it’s all falling apart.

Israel holding intensive talks with Jordan over Naharayim, Tzofar

If no agreement is reached, the lease will expire on October 25, and Israeli farmers will no longer be able to work the land.

Film by Israeli director wins prize in Iraq

The Oscar-winning short film by another Israeli director, Guy Nattiv, also took part in the competition.

U.N chief Guterres calls for de-escalation of conflict in Syria
Israeli gov’t cuts back public transport payments, services to be reduced
Turkish offensive will not go beyond 30 km into Syria - foreign minister
Turkish minister says France's Macron wants to divide Syria
Syria: no dialogue with Kurdish forces who 'betrayed' their country
Netanyahu to Merkel: Increase efforts to fight antisemitism
Turkey would retaliate against any U.S. sanctions - minister
Zelenskiy said would not send his aide to testify in the U.S.
After meeting Minister Erdan, Arab MKs vow to continue protests

The two sides reportedly agreed on the need to assign more policemen to the Arab communities, as well as a police operation to collect illegal weapons.

FROM ENEMY TO HERO

George Takei on his childhood in internment camps — and his faith in the future

Germany Yom Kippur shooting didn’t come out of nowhere - analysis

German Chancellor Angela Merkel's spokesman, Steffen Seibert: "We must oppose any form of antisemitism."

Editor's Notes: Trump’s new order, abandoning allies

“[They] didn’t help us in the Second World War, they didn’t help us with Normandy…” they fought “for their land,” Trump said when asked about his decision to stab the Kurds in the back.

Court rules Leifer will not be released from custody

The earlier decision to release Leifer, who fled to Israel in 2008 when allegations of sexual abuse against her surfaced, dismayed her alleged victims.

U.S.' UN envoy warns Turkey it faces 'consequences’ amid Syria assault
'The Elephant in the Sukkah’

The elephant is both inside and outside the sukkah. Which is similar to living with grief: You’re part of the world but at the same time, you’re not fully in it.

Right from Wrong: Merkel’s shameless deflection

The killer, since identified as 27-year-old Stephan Balliet, is a white, right-wing extremist/neo-Nazi, not one of the flood of Muslim migrants German Chancellor Angela Merkel welcomed.

My Word: Going green and ancient prayers

Among the stories I remain proudest of was an investigation into the state of the country’s rivers – warning of the dangerous levels of pollution.

Sukkot: A holiday of happiness and security

Our happiness on Sukkot is an expression of our reliance on the Divine good that Hashem showers upon us.

Keren Hayesod donors save Jewish lives in Halle Germany

The door, security system, and other precautionary measures that saved the lives of 51 Jews who were praying at the Halle Synagogue, were donated by the JAFI Security Assistance Fund.

Grapevine: An unapologetic friend of Israel

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

U.N. rebukes Hamas for planning to risk children's lives Gaza border protest

“I am concerned that the demonstrations’ organizers have branded tomorrow’s protests as 'Our Child Martyrs,'" UN humanitarian coordinator for the Palestinian territories Jamie McGoldrick said.

A sukkah of one’s own

To understand the significance of Sukkot – the holiday and the habitat – we must explore the development of biblical architecture.

Gantz, Netanyahu and the modern ‘Great Compromise’

While our politicians may be painting this as too great an impasse to resolve the answer, it is actually quite simple.

What Jerusalem is doing to me

Then he poked fun at me. “You look like one of those liberals who does not want Bibi to continue, so you must have voted for his opponent.”

Arrivals: A proactive approach
France calls for urgent meeting of anti-Islamic State coalition
Pro-Israel stalwart Nita Lowey says she won’t seek re-election

In recent years, Lowey has also taken a lead in pushing back against the U.S. retreat from a two-state solution to the Israeli–Palestinian conflict.

How can we use online resources to preserve the memory of the Holocaust?

A recent Claims Conference survey found significant lack of Holocaust knowledge in the US, especially among millennials.

Media Comment: A new age of pluralism?

We will not retract our previous conclusion that KAN is a burden on the Israeli taxpayer and should be closed. But we do note that currently, it is much more balanced.

Israel needs to take a break from government-funded celebrity tourism

Two years ago, a government-funded trip for football stars was botched due to a government ministry claiming credit for organization and funding.

Hungry for Hatzot

ONE OF the most veteran and popular restaurants in Jerusalem is Hatzot on Agrippas Street. Aptly named, it is a midnight stop-over for out-of-town entertainers.

The UN antisemitism report’s achievements and shortcomings

What is missing from the report belongs to two categories. The first is issues which are de facto taboo in a report of the UN. The second concerns subjects which could and should have been mentioned.

Netanyahu stays away from empty Likud event

Netanyahu did not come to the meeting, even though the party spent a massive amount on the security needed for an event with the prime minister. Reporters were banned from entering.

Jewish life in the Gulf will increase in 5780

This has all set the stage for a historic year in terms of growing Jewish life in the Gulf.

Sukkot family activity roundup

Here are a few highlights from events happening in and around Jerusalem during Sukkot.

Your Taxes: OECD Says Big business should face bigger taxes

There appear to be a number of steps in the OECD proposals. The amounts and percentages remain to be determined as does implementation and enforcement.

Hillel's Tech Corner: Human-computer interaction 2.0

Open Sesame is a head tracking app, that uses the front-facing camera to allow the user to control an on-screen mouse cursor using their head movements.

Your Investments: Saving Israel, selling lulavim and financial happiness

It goes without saying that I am not against making money.

Sukkot happenings for singles

"Growing up in the UK, we never experienced that; here in Israel, with Sukkot everywhere, you live the chag on the streets,” said Anna Donen from the UK.

Ex-NBA star's fond feelings for former coach David Blatt

Russian big man reflects on relationship with Israeli from national team and NBA’s Cavaliers

Keeping the blues in the family

Louisiana guitarist Kenny Neal brings his licks to the Israeli stage.

Germany, do more

This isn’t some kind of hassidic tale about a miracle – there was a clear, material reason the synagogue was left unscathed, and that is because it was protected.

Zelenskiy says never met Giuliani associates arrested in the U.S.
The magic of Magit

Famed DJ Magit Cacoon spins melodic techno beats at DGTL Tel Aviv.

Democrats subpoena U.S. Energy Secretary Perry in Trump impeachment probe
Trump says mediating between Turkey and the Kurds is 1 of 3 U.S. options
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