The Jerusalem Post Archive

5 October 2009
Tim Walz, Minneapolis mayor subpoenaed by US Dept. of Justice amid immigration crackdown

A source familiar with the investigation said that the Justice Department had opened a criminal investigation of Walz, Frey, and others over an alleged conspiracy to impede immigration agents.

Vice President JD Vance, wife Usha announce they are expecting fourth child

“We are very excited to share that Usha is pregnant with our fourth child... Both Usha and the baby are doing well, and we look forward to welcoming him in late July,” Vice President Vance shared.

Iran Interior Ministry official defects, calls for US action against regime amid violent crackdown

“People are waiting for Trump, and if he does nothing, widespread hatred toward him will emerge among Iranians,” stated the rebel official from Iran's Interior Ministry.

Noam Bettan will represent Israel at Eurovision 2026

Noam Bettan wins Next Star for Eurovision and prepares to showcase his soulful performance for Israel on the world stage in Vienna.

Eisenkot suggests unified list with Bennett, Lapid for next elections to win against Bibi - N12

According to N12's report, Eisenkot's proposal would determine who will lead the unified list only after the election's results.

Brother of former hostage Avera Mengitsu missing, police ask public for help with search

Ashgara Mengistu, a 34-year-old resident of Ashkelon, left his mother's home in Ma'ale Adumim on Sunday and hasn't been seen since, the police reported.

A-G Baharav-Miara criticizes Army Radio's closure, warns of impact on Israel's press freedom

Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara criticized the hasty decision to shut down Army Radio, calling it a step toward restricting media freedom in Israel.

Council for Higher Education approves Kiryat Shmona University in effort to rebuild Northern Israel

"The decision to approve the Kiryat Shmona University of the Galilee is a central step in the process of restoring and strengthening Kiryat Shmona," said Education Minister Yoav Kisch.

Mark Dreyfus honors victims of Bondi Beach massacre with Mourner's Kaddish in Australian Parliament

In a moving tribute, Mark Dreyfus recites the Mourner’s Kaddish for victims of the Bondi Beach attack, urging action on hate speech and gun reform.

Argentina's Sephardic chief rabbi reaffirms 100-year-old ruling on conversions, sparks controversy

A controversial ruling in Argentina reaffirms a 100-year-old conversion ban, fueling tensions between Orthodox and non-Orthodox movements.

What’s new in the food scene in Israel?

A decadent hug-in-a-bowl, right on time: rebar wants a warm winter for everyone.

Israeli manufacturing company expands to Europe amid rising geopolitical tensions

4Model's visit to Bulgaria came shortly after Sofia allocated new, dedicated budgets for upgrading its defense capabilities

Jerusalem requires sovereignity: UNRWA dismantling gives Israel power over the land - editorial

UNRWA’s defenders abroad often describe it as a humanitarian body caught in a political storm. Israel’s view is sharper: the agency became part of the problem.

Second train derailment in two days in Spain leaves one dead, 20 injured near Barcelona

The accident occurred just two days after a high-speed train collision and derailment near Adamuz in the southern Córdoba province that killed 42 people.

Trump vows to 'wipe Iran off the face of the Earth' if regime makes assassination attempt

"Anything ever happens, the whole country is going to get blown up,” Trump said and added, "I would absolutely hit them so hard. But I have very firm instructions.”

US President Trump en route to WEF in Davos after Air Force One experiences 'electrical issue'

Within the first hours of the flight, reports surfaced that his plane, Air Force One, had turned around, and the White House assured that this was due to a minor electrical failure.

Israel accepts Trump invitation to join Board of Peace, to become founding member

The ministry added that an official letter confirming Azerbaijan’s membership would be sent to the US, and “appropriate measures will be taken within the framework of the required procedures.”

Erdogan, Trump discuss Syria, Gaza in call as Syria announces ceasefire with Kurdish forces

Turkey separately weighed whether Erdogan should join the US leader's "Board of Peace" initiative.

Japanese Court sentences man to life imprisonment for fatally shooting former PM Shinzo Abe

Tetsuya Yamagami was arrested on the spot in July 2022 after fatally firing at Abe with a homemade gun while he was delivering a campaign speech in the western city of Nara.

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