The Jerusalem Post Archive

11 September 2015
Austria files charges against suspect over planned 2024 Taylor Swift terror attack

The suspect, who had planned to carry out an Islamic State-inspired attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna, faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.

Guthrie family not suspects in Arizona kidnapping, says sheriff

"The Guthrie family are victims plain and simple," said Pima County Sherriff Chris Nanos, who said all family members have been cooperative in the investigation.

Scotiabank unit sells stake in Israeli arms supplier Elbit following backlash

Scotiabank, at one point Elbit's biggest foreign investor, dissolved the 165,000 shares it held in the arms manufacturing company.

Men sentences to death for gang-rape of Israeli tourist, murder of local man in India

The men were convicted of gang rape, murder, attempt to murder, robbery, and extortion, with the court ordering imprisonment "till their last breath."

Trump says he will be involved indirectly in Iran talks, Tehran likely to make deal

The US military is preparing for a sustained campaign against Iran in the event of a failed deal, according to US officials.

UN Chief Guterres condemns Gov't decision to reopen land registry in West Bank, calling it illegal

"The decision could lead to the dispossession of Palestinians of their property and risks expanding unlawful Israeli control over land in the area," Guterres wrote in a statement on X.

NYC staffer appointed by Mamdani says 'one Israeli left is too many' in resurfaced antisemitic post

Achmat Akkad, who goes under the name BlackIntifada on X, was appointed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani as Community Engagement Training Specialist.

CODIS, the FBI's DNA database that could help solve Nancy Guthrie's disappearance case

CODIS is a national DNA database managed by the FBI that contains profiles from offenders and crime scenes, assisting in investigations.

Shooting at Rhode Island youth hockey game leaves three people dead, three hospitalized

The gunman killed his wife and shot two of his children before turning the gun on himself. The shooter has also shot his third child, who is currently hospitalized.

Jesse Jackson, US civil rights leader and two-time candidate, dies at 84

Jackson was a civil rights icon, a Baptist minister, and ran twice as a candidate for the Democratic Party presidential primaries.

Smotrich, Netanyahu quarrel over law banning release of senior terrorists during exchange deals

The absence of such a law places "every Israeli citizen, at home and abroad, under a real threat of abduction," argued Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.

Israelis make their Milan 2026 Winter Olympics mark in slalom skiing, bobsleigh

The bobsleigh duo of AJ Edelman and Menachem Chen, as well as skier Barnabas Szollos, are competing in their respective events.

Bedouin residents disguised as IDF soldiers rob gold, cash, from Hebron jewelry store

The suspects, who stole 4 kilograms of gold jewelry and more than NIS 100,000 in cash, were fully equipped with arms and full tactical uniforms.

Maccabi Tel Aviv rallies, downs Jerusalem in State Cup semis

With a 94-85 win, Maccabi Tel Aviv advanced to the State Cup final, which will take place on Thursday night. The yellow-and-blue will meet the winner of the Bnei Herzliya and Hapoel HaEmek clash.

Free buses to run between Ben-Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv during Shabbat for first time

Na'im Besofash, a private bus initiative, will add a stop at Ben-Gurion Airport on line 711 to allow those who fly on Shabbat to easily and affordably reach Tel Aviv.

IDF seizes Hamas weapons cache near Gaza's Yellow Line, including RPG and explosives

The IDF said they found "a large amount of guns, an RPG rocket, and an explosive device that were going to be used to harm IDF soldiers operating in the area." 

Preparing for new Iran war, Israel escalating Lebanon strikes to cripple Hezbollah - report

According to Maariv, since the start of February, the IDF has killed 12 Hezbollah and Islamic Jihad terrorists in the country.

Watch: Kfar Saba police arrest Gaza resident, terrorist released from the Schalit deal

A security guard reported a suspect attempting to enter the mall. Officers from the Sharon area responded quickly, apprehending the Gaza resident, who was in Israel illegally.

Police dispatched after sheep pen burns in West Bank, electical short circuit suspected

The investigation follows the harm to animals at the site.

Second Temple workshop found on Israel's Mount Scopus during investigation into antiquities thieves

The workshop was discovered at the Ras Tamim archaeological site on the eastern slope of Mount Scopus. 

Partner launches repair service for headphones and smartwatches

Partner Group is expanding its labs and launching repair plans for Apple and Samsung products, offering coverage for headphone and smartwatch damage, plus new family smartphone repair plans.

Acnil SkinPro series: New products that help prevent acne

The Acnil SkinPro series offers three basic products for a daily skincare routine for oily and acne-prone skin: Cleansing, moisturizing, and sun protection.

Arkia announces new Summer 2026 flights to Phuket, Malaga, Ibiza, Vilnius

Airline says it will fly to about 40 destinations, adding Phuket, Malaga, Ibiza, and Vilnius, while debuting a 12-seat premium cabin on the Paris route.

Israeli firm Autonomous Guard enters Indian defense market with $1.9m deal

The deal aligns with a broader trend of Israeli defense firms deepening ties with India and was announced shortly ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's expected visit to Israel.

Smart Shooter plans NIS 200m IPO amid defense boom

Smart Shooter seeks to exploit the growing interest in defense companies to list its shares on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.

Spain to buy Rafael German unit missiles despite Israel protest

The Sánchez government justified the deal by saying that the components of MELLS are manufactured in Europe.

Munich, defense, and edge technology- opinion

NATO members in Europe are already on an upward trajectory, and current projections suggest that European defense spending could approach roughly €800 billion annually

Albanese says won't help Australians in Syrian camp holding families of suspected IS terrorists

"We have a very firm view that we won't be providing assistance or repatriation," Albanese told ABC News.

Australia’s ISIS camp dilemma exposes Syria’s growing post SDF chaos - analysis

The ISIS detainees were mostly captured in 2019 when ISIS was defeated in its last enclave near the Euphrates River by the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces.

As Geneva talks with Iran, Russia open, US faces narrow path between diplomacy, force

“In this round of negotiations, we will attend with a full team; a political, legal, economic, and technical team,” Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei noted.

A two-pronged approach: After US visit, Lebanon’s army eyes Hezbollah ‘disarmament’ - analysis

The high level of activity of the IDF in Lebanon shows that Hezbollah continues to pose a threat.

US and Iran begin nuclear talks in Geneva as threat of war looms

US envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will take part in the negotiations, which are being mediated by Oman, a source briefed on the matter told Reuters.

Israel está construyendo un aeropuerto de 7 mil millones de NIS - análisis

El gobierno está avanzando con un nuevo aeropuerto en el Negev por 7 mil millones de NIS. Dos décadas de datos sugieren que la factura final será mucho más alta.

Obama se retracta de sus declaraciones sobre la existencia de 'extraterrestres'

Tras la locura mediática, Obama publicó un comunicado en Instagram el domingo por la noche, declarando que solo intentaba "seguir el espíritu de la ronda rápida".

EE. UU. e Irán comienzan conversaciones nucleares en Ginebra

El enviado de EE. UU. Steve Witkoff y Jared Kushner participarán en las negociaciones, que están siendo mediadas por Omán, según una fuente informada de la materia dijo a Reuters.

Don't let the lie stand: Denounce the Israeli genocide claim, no matter who raises it - editorial

Labeling Israel’s war in Gaza as genocide is not criticism but a modern blood libel, one that distorts October 7, fuels antisemitism worldwide, and must be confronted head-on.

Tehran's fall: Numerology shows Feb 18-Apr 25 will be critial window for Iran's regime - opinion

Jewish tradition offers ways to alter decrees, but since these are not widely known, the developments described are likely to unfold within the stated time frame.

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