The Jerusalem Post Archive

1 January 2016
Slain security guard of California mosque engaged gunmen in shootout, hailed as hero

The security guard of the San Diego mosque, identified as Amin Abdullah, opened fire on the two gunmen before being fatally shot in the parking lot.

US plans to shrink forces available to NATO during crises, sources say

Trump's administration has repeatedly slammed European allies for not spending enough on their militaries and relying on the US for defense.

Israel's Negev officially recognized as international wine region 

The Negev joins major international wine regions such as Champagne, Chianti, Bordeaux, and Napa Valley, with the new status expected to strengthen Israel's wine industry's global position.

Wine accessories take center stage in Israeli homes despite global decline in consumption

The younger generation tends to drink more moderately, with their wine consumption a choice rather than just another drink.

Two polls find growing split among Republicans over support for Israel

Nearly a third of potential Republican voters said they believed Trump had been “too supportive of Israel,” with 22% of MAGA voters saying Israel has too much influence on US foreign policy.

Sally Rooney to issue novel in Hebrew with Israeli publisher who complies with BDS

That move prompted backlash in Israel and beyond, including calls to boycott Rooney’s work, with Israeli bookstore chains reportedly removing some of her books from shelves.

With AOC backing and anti-Israel message, Chris Rabb vies for open House seat in Philadelphia

Rabb's opponents include Ala Stanford, a pediatric surgeon who has faced scrutiny for being boosted by a group that’s alleged to be a shell organization for AIPAC.

When anti-Zionism becomes the respectable language of antisemitism - opinion

The Bondi Commission matters beyond Australia because it exposes how ancient Jew-hatred now borrows the vocabulary of human rights, decolonization, and social justice.

Trump reveals new details of bunker-like ballroom with drone base

US President Donald Trump revealed details about his six-story bunker-like subterranean ballroom, arguing that it is necessary due to a recent assassination attempt at a Washington hotel.

Foreign Ministry denies claims of strikes against Gaza-bound flotilla

The Foreign Ministry clarified that videos showing soldiers firing shots at the boats were "non-lethal means" employed towards the vessels, adding that no protesters were injured in the incident.

UAE says drone that hit near its nuclear plant was launched from Iraq

The head of the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency, Raphael Grossi, warned that a direct hit on the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant would result in a "very high release of radioactivity."

US Senate advances measure curbing Trump's Iran war powers

The advancement on the resolution is a victory for lawmkaers who have been arguing that Congress, not the president, should have the power to send troops to war, as spelled out in the Constitution.

At least ten mines discovered in Strait of Hormuz, US intelligence says - CBS

The US Navy spent weeks clearing mines from a route in the Strait of Hormuz meant for the safe passage of commercial ships, warning that the normal route is "extremely hazardous."

Bessent urges more disruption to Iran's financing, will review US sanctions list

The US has recently stepped up sanctions on Iran through "Economic Fury," a program meant to disrupt Tehran's shadow banking networks and terrorist financing schemes.

Six Israeli hiking trails and natural sites to reconnect with nature this Shavuot

The KKL-JNF invites Israelis to experience some of its most beautiful water hiking trails across the country.

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