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| July 14, 2013
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Lebanese politician, “Our Country is Occupied by Hezbullah”

Lebanese politician criticizes Nasrallah’s terror group in TV interview, comparing Hezbullah to Nazism: “The resistance to the [Israeli] occupation is a lie” and also said “Hitler, Stalin and Mussolini all had victories. Force is not a criterion for justice or patriotism”

By Ari Soffer

 

In yet another sign of the simmering tension in Lebanon, a veteran opposition activist and politician, Saleh el-Machnouk, declared that his country was “under occupation” – not by Israel, but by Hezbullah.

Hezbullah flag – Reuters

In the televised interview – translated by the Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI) – el-Machnouk referred the Iranian-backed group’s control over the Lebanese state apparatus, claiming that “It [Hezbullah] controls the state [and] the security agencies…” in the manner of an occupying power. Continue Reading »

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| July 14, 2013
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Ugly Anti-semitic phone message facilitates restoration of Holocaust boat

After a conservator of the Houston Holocaust Museum received a disturbing voicemail he posted it on YouTube. That encouraged donation, and now the boats restoration is possible.

 

A 1943 vintage Danish fishing boat which rescued Danish Jews during the Holocaust is in the process of being moved and restored, ironically enough, thanks to an anti-Semitic phone call.

Screenshot – Fox News

The boat had been deteriorating for a while, but since the museum doesn’t charge for admission, raising money for a restoration project wasn’t exactly easy–until conservator Braeden Howard received an “obscene anti-Semitic” phone call and posted the anonymous diatribe on YouTube.

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| July 14, 2013
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Despite new president Iran continues ‘race toward bomb’

PM Netanyahu tells cabinet Rohani’s election has not slowed or changed Islamic Republic’s nuclear program.

 

The PM calls for harsher sanctions & to discuss ‘credible military option’

By Noam (Dabul) Dvir

 

“A month has passed since elections were held in Iran, and Iran continues to race toward the development of military nuclear capability,” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the weekly cabinet meeting on Sunday.

'No change in Iran's policy.' Rohani (Photo: AP)

Rohani – Photo: AP

The PM said that under President-Elect Hassan Rohani‘s leadership Iran is “expanding and perfecting its (uranium) enrichment while simultaneously developing a plutonium reactor to produce material for a nuclear bomb. Continue Reading »

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| July 14, 2013
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Hummus to replace salsa as official dip of NFL

National Football League (NFL) chooses Sabra Dipping as its official dips sponsor as company launches major campaign to bring the Mid-Eastern delicacy to American dinner tables.

By Daniel Koren

 

The National Football League has declared hummus the official dip of the NFL, promoting the Middle Eastern delicacy to the vast population of football fans that exist across America.

Specifically, the league chose Sabra Dipping Co., owned by PepsiCo Inc., as its official dips sponsor.

The decision comes just as the company approved its first batch of US television commercials, most likely part of a substantial campaign to bring hummus to the American masses. Continue Reading »

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| July 14, 2013
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Muslim Worshipers Desecrate Cave of Patriarchs a Jewish Holy Site in Hevron

Two mezuzot (cases containing Jewish holy scriptures affixed to the doorpost) had been torn off & stolen, and a 3rd was damaged at the Tomb of the Patriarchs, Judaism’s 2nd holiest site.

By Ari Soffer

 

Jewish worshippers who arrived at the Cave of Patriarchs in Hevron after Muslim prayers on Friday were horrified to find that the site had been vandalised.

Desecrated mezuza – Photo: Tomb of the Patriarch Administration

The Cave (known as Me’arat Hamakhpela in Hebrew) is usually split between Jewish and Muslim worshippers, but this past Friday it was open exclusively to Muslim worshippers in honour of Ramadan. Continue Reading »

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| July 13, 2013
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In northern Israel snake bites a man’s penis….ouch!

After going to restroom to do his business, man feels ‘burning sensation on penis’ then sees small snake slither out of toilet.

Snake reportedly not venomous, man feeling much better.

By Ahiya Raved

A 35-year-old man from northern Israel was bitten on his penis Friday by a snake that slithered out from inside his toilet. The man sustained light injuries.

Man bitten by snake on his genitals Photo: Shutterstock

Man bitten by snake on his genitals – Photo: Shutterstock

MDA paramedics who were alerted to the scene evacuated the man to Rambam Medical Center in Haifa, where he received medical treatment. An examination revealed the snake was not venomous.

The man told the paramedics that he went to the bathroom to relieve himself and suddenly felt “a sharp burning sensation on his penis.” Continue Reading »

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| July 13, 2013
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Garage Sale: IDF is selling tanks, missile boats and attack jets

 

As

serious budget cuts force IDF to tighten its belt, weapons and combat equipment will be sold overseas.

Proceeds from sale to be reinvested in bolstering IDF’s technological capabilities.

By Yoav Zitun

 

The multi-year program, Teuza (Boldness), created by IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz, will turn bases into sales-lots for tanks, armored personnel carriers, warships, combat flight equipment, vehicle logistic accessories, cannons and air force ballistic systems. These items and others are expected to be on the sales block in the coming two years, as part of the cutback program taking place in the military.

 

For Sale

Photo Courtesy: IDF Spokesperson’s Office

 

This will be part of dramatic changes which will be part of the IDF’s evolution into a small, light, flexible, more technologically equipped army than in the past. Continue Reading »

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| July 13, 2013
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Three U.S. officials undermine Israel’s security, safety & tell all

Three unnamed U.S. officials told CNN reporters that it was Israel that struck the Russian-made missiles in Latakia, Syria last Friday.

By Elad Benari, Canada

 

A series of explosions last week at a critical Syrian port was the result of airstrikes by Israeli warplanes, multiple U.S. officials told CNN on Friday.

Israel Air Force F-16i (Sufa) - Photo Courtesy: IDF Spokesperson's office

Israel Air Force F-16i (Sufa) – Photo Courtesy: IDF Spokesperson’s office

 

Regional media widely reported the predawn explosions at Latakia on July 5, but no one had oficially claimed responsibility.

Three U.S. officials told CNN the target of the airstrikes were Russian-made Yakhont anti-ship missiles that Israel believes posed a threat to its naval forces. Continue Reading »

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| July 12, 2013
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Egyptian soldiers kill dozens of Hamas terrorists

Egypt turns to Israel for green light to expand its counter-terrorism war in Sinai

By:  Israel Today Staff

 

The Egyptian army’s new offensive against terror organizations operating in the Sinai Peninsula is well under way, and one of the groups paying a heavy price is Hamas.

Egyptian army soldiers stand guard on the border with Egypt in Rafah

Egyptian army soldiers stand guard on the border with Egypt in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip, Friday, July 5, 2013. – Photo:AP

 

Many expected Hamas to suffer as a result of the recent ouster of Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi and his Muslim Brotherhood, which is the parent organization of Hamas.

Over the past several days, Egyptian military officials told Arab media that some 200 gunmen had been killed during battles in Sinai, including at least 32 members of Hamas. Continue Reading »

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| July 12, 2013
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Asking if the Temple Mount is really ours is a legitimate question

 

For the last 46 years, Jews have not been allowed to pray on Temple Mount, and few Jews have even visited.

Currently, most people aren’t even complaining, but a recent seminar on the topic concluded unequivocally: More Jews need to frequent Judaism’s most holy site.

By Nadav Shragai

Mohammed Assaf from the city of Khan Yunis in the Gaza Strip, the winner of the second season of Arab Idol, is currently driving the masses wild with his song about the “wounded al-Aqsa” in his soul — a song he has dedicated to “martyrs.” Last week in the Temple Mount plaza, “al-Aqsa summer camps” began drawing thousands of children.

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| July 12, 2013
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Arab IDF Soldiers: Arab MK Zoabi Should Move to Gaza

2 Arab Christian female IDF soldiers say that MK Hanin Zoabi, a Palestinian Muslim who objects to Arabs joining the army, does not speak for them.

“As Israeli Christians who speak Arabic we have the right to serve the country with pride and not be ashamed,” added Rajda Jarisi of Nazareth.

By Elad Benari

 

Two Arab Christian female Israelis who enlisted in the army this week have criticized MK Hanin Zoabi for her strong opposition to having Arabs join the IDF.

Elinor Joseph, was born 1991 into a Christian family from the Arab village of Jish, is the first Arab woman ever to serve in a combat role in the I.D.F.

Elinor Joseph, was born 1991 into a Christian family from the Arab village of Jish, is the first Arab woman ever to serve in a combat role in the I.D.F.

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| July 12, 2013
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Propulsion system of long-range rocket tested by Israel’s Missile Defense Organization

Spokesperson at the Defense Ministry says missile launched from army base in central Israel was part of planned test by Israel’s Missile Defense Organization

By Ynet

 

 

A rocket was launched from the Palmachim army base in central Israel Friday morning as part of a test that was planned in advance by the security establishment. The launch tested the propulsion system of a long-range rocket.

שניות לאחר השיגור (צילום: אלכסנדרה לוקש)

Seconds after launch – Photo: Alexandra Locsh

“This morning Israel conducted a launch of a rocket propulsion system from the Palmachim base. The launch was conducted in the framework of a test that was planned in advance by the security establishment and was carried out on schedule,” the Defense Ministry said in a statement. Continue Reading »

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| July 12, 2013
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Int’l Press: IDF Detains Boy wins over Beheading in Syria

Pro-Palestinian video of soldiers detaining a child in Hevron caught throwing rocks at cars gets more attention, more int’l press coverage than beheadings in Syria.

By Gil Ronen

 

The IDF entered damage control mode Wednesday over an incident in which an Arab child – apparently about six years old – was detained for an hour or two by IDF soldiers after he threw rocks near the Cave of Machpela in Hevron.

6 yr-old Boy-terrorist with sling breaks windscreens as cars drive by – Ehud Amiton, Tatzpit

A video shot by the leftist B’tselem group shows the soldiers taking the boy, Wadi’ Maswada, to his parents’ home. Continue Reading »

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| July 12, 2013
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Economy Minister Bennett: The Chinese Don’t Care About the ‘Occupation’

Economy Minister Bennett says there are endless business opportunities in China and the Chinese aren’t interested in any political issues.

By Elad Benari

 

Economy Minister Naftali Bennett (Bayit Yehudi), who is on a visit to China to promote trade relations, had some tips for Israelis who wish to do business with the Chinese.

Economy Ministry Bennett in China – Screenshot

In a video message he recorded from Shanghai on Wednesday, Bennett not only said his visit has been very successful, but also noted that the Chinese are not interested in the Israeli-Arab conflict or other goings on in the Middle East. Continue Reading »

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| July 11, 2013
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Israeli Druze Students studying in Syria return home for summer break

Expressing their ambivalence at the prospect of returning

, dozens of Druze studying in Syria returned to Israel for their summer break, recall experiences & hardship of studying in a country at war.

Hassan Shaalan

Dozens of Druze students returned Thursday from Damascus to their Golan Heights homes to a slew of hugs and tears of joy on the part of their families.

התקבלו בשלום ובברכה (צילום: אביהו שפירא)

Students return from Syria – Photo: Avihu Shapira

A number of them spoke to Ynet and recalled the fear shrouding the country and expressed reservation regarding the prospect of returning to Bashar Assad‘s war-torn Syria for the remainder of their studies. Continue Reading »

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