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November 8, 2024 @ 12:40 pm ET Jewish Breaking News – In a major diplomatic move, Kan News in Israel is reporting that Qatar has informed HamXs officials residing in the country that they are no longer welcome and must prepare to leave immediately. This directive marks a shift in Qatar’s longstanding stance as a host for HamXs’ political leadership, which has maintained a presence in Doha for years. The attached video which widely circulating online showed HamXs leadership in “better times,” celebrating the news of the October 7th invasion and massacre in Israel. The decision is seen by some analysts as part of the “Trump effect,” with increased scrutiny from Western leaders and mounting calls for accountability from President-Elect Donald Trump.
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Time to Say Goodbye: Geert Wilders Weighs Mass Deportations in the Netherlands After Arab Pogrom Against Jewish Soccer Fans in Amsterdam Injures 25 [Many VIDEOS] By Collin Mcmahon
Nov. 8, 2024 9:15 am – Dutch Freedom Party leader Geert Wilders is said to be formulating plans for mass deportations of immigrant Jew-Haters from the Netherlands after mobs of bloodthirsty Muslims attacked hundreds of Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam in what seemed to be a pre-planned attack Thursday night.
“Gangs of Muslim rioters attacked Israeli Maccabi Tel Aviv fans who had come to watch their team play against Ajax in Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, Thursday night”, Jewish Press reported. “The attack was preplanned, and local authorities ignored the warnings they received from Israeli security authorities.”
“Footage from the city shows fans being violently attacked, kicked, and even run over by cars. There were clashes resulting in injuries to Maccabi fans before the game as well. In one case, an Israeli fan was thrown into a canal and forced to say “Free Palestine” until he was released”, Jewish Press wrote. “Authorities in the Netherlands reported 12 injured people in hospitals and the Foreign Ministry reported seven Israelis who are out of contact, five more Israelis have been hospitalized. The actual number of injured and out-of-contact may be higher.”
Videos showed Israelis being hunted by gangs armed with knives and baseball bats and waving PLO flags on the streets of Amsterdam. At least one Israeli fan was kicked violently in the head while unconscious on the ground while police seemed to stand by. Apparently, 7 Israelis are still missing and the Dutch police are looking into the possibility of a hostage situation.
Israel is sending charter fligts to Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport to rescue their citizens from Muslim-overrun Europe while the Israeli Embassy advised citiztens to shelter in place and not identify themselves as Jews.
Apparently, Iraeli security service Shin Bet had warned the Dutch at 7 PM Thursday to send police reinforcements ahead of the anticipated Arab attack, but the Dutch authorities ignored the urgent requests.
The leader of the Dutch Freedom Party Geert Wilders publicly questioned the Security Minister in his own cabinet, David van Weel, who is a member of the Dutchj RINO-Style People’s Party (VVD) which Wilders left over 20 years ago to found his own party.
Responding to an X post by Israeli journalist Emily Shrader concerning the failure of Dutch officiuals to act on the warnings, Wilders posted: “Is this true? Is so, then we have a problem.”
Responding to a post by Security Minister David van Weel, Wilders wrote: “That’s not enough! Why wasn’t there enough police? Why wasn’t this provided for? Why don’t you get this scum out of the country? Where are the proposals to denaturalize criminal Muslims? Why isn’t there an special cabinet session today? Where is the urgency?”
Wilders called the attacks “A pogrom in the streets of Amsterdam. We have become the Gaza of Europe. Muslims with Palestinian flags are hunting down Jews. I will NOT accept that. NEVER. The authorities will be held accountable for their failure to protect the Israeli citizens. Never again.”
[Ed.: Gert Wilders sounds like he’s an Islamophobic racist like I am!!]
El Al announces Shabbat rescue flights from Amsterdam
Israeli airline announces it will run free last-minute flights to bring Israelis home from Amsterdam today, even on Shabbat, following the pogrom against Israeli soccer fans.
Nov 8, 2024, 10:25 AM (GMT+2) Israel National News – Following last night’s antisemitic pogrom in Amsterdam, El Al announced that it will operate rescue flights from the destination to Tel Aviv at short notice, including on Shabbat. The flights will be free of charge, the first flight will take off from Amsterdam at 2:00 p.m. (local time), and is expected to land back in Tel Aviv later today.
Hundreds of fans of the Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer team reported that they were attacked overnight Thursday by Arabs in Amsterdam, as they left the stadium following Maccabi’s game against AFC Ajax.
The fans testified that an ambush had been prepared for them in advance at various points outside the stadium.
Disturbing footage from the city, which was posted to social media, fans are seen being violently attacked, beaten and even run over. One of the fans was forced to say “Free Palestine” before he was let go. Some of the fans barricaded themselves in shops and other places in the city. The local police escorted some of the Israelis back to their hotels.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry said that ten fans were injured and that three people are unaccounted for, and efforts to get in touch with them are ongoing.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this morning spoke with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof following the pogrom.
Prime Minister Netanyahu said that he views with utmost gravity the planned antisemitic attack against Israeli citizens and requested that security be increased for the Dutch Jewish community.
The Prime Minister thanked his Dutch counterpart for expressing shock over last night’s events and for saying that it was an extraordinary and antisemitic event.
Pursuant to the Prime Minister’s directive, Israeli planes are now en route to the Netherlands to bring back the [Israeli] citizens, including the wounded.
Dutch right-wing leader Geert Wilders condemned the violence and wrote on X, “Looks like a Jew hunt in the streets of Amsterdam. Arrest and deport the multicultural scum that attacked Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters in our streets. Ashamed that this can happen in The Netherlands. Totally unacceptable.”
He later posted again about the incident and wrote, “A pogrom in the streets of Amsterdam. We have become the Gaza of Europe. Muslims with Palestinian flags hunting down Jews. I will NOT accept that. NEVER.”
“The authorities will be held accountable for their failure to protect the Israeli citizens. Never again,” he added.
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Violence in Amsterdam: Israeli soccer fans attacked by Arabs
Hundreds of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans report being attacked by Arabs as they left the stadium where Maccabi’s game against AFC Ajax took place. At least 10 fans injured, two people unaccounted for. An Israeli who was present at the scene: “The police only arrived after half an hour.”
Nov 8, 2024, 7:42 AM (GMT+2) Israel National News – Hundreds of fans of the Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer team reported that they were attacked overnight Thursday by Arabs in Amsterdam, as they left the stadium following Maccabi’s game against AFC Ajax.
The fans testified that an ambush had been prepared for them in advance at various points outside the stadium.
Disturbing footage from the city, which was posted to social media, fans are seen being violently attacked, beaten and even run over. One of the fans was forced to say “Free Palestine” before he was let go. Some of the fans barricaded themselves in shops and other places in the city. The local police escorted some of the Israelis back to their hotels.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry said that ten fans were injured and that two people are unaccounted for, and efforts to get in touch with them are ongoing.
An Israeli who witnessed the goings on told Kan 11 News, “They waited in groups at every corner, and as soon as they recognized Jews – they started chasing them. Others waited near hotels and near the casino in larger groups, and there they also attacked fans. Then others drove by with cars and did not stop honking near hotels in which Israelis are staying.”
“The police were not present at the conclusion of the games, and Muslims were waiting near train stations for Israeli fans and followed them,” said another Israeli. “The police only started to intervene after about half an hour to 45 minutes into the attacks, after the attackers threw firecrackers at people and into buildings.”
A spokesperson for Amsterdam police said that 57 suspects have been arrested during the incidents, but could not confirm if those arrested are soccer fans. The reasons for the arrests, according to the police: Violation of public order and possession of fireworks.
The Prime Minister’s Office stated that “Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been informed of the details regarding the very violent incident against Israeli citizens in Amsterdam, held an assessment with his Military Secretary and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, and is receiving regular updates.”
“The Prime Minister has directed that two rescue planes be sent immediately to assist our citizens. The harsh pictures of the assault on our citizens in Amsterdam will not be overlooked.
“Prime Minister Netanyahu views the horrifying incident with utmost gravity and demands that the Dutch government and security forces take vigorous and swift action against the rioters, and ensure the safety of our citizens.”
The National Security Council told the Israeli public currently in Amsterdam to refrain from moving in the street and remain in their hotel rooms, avoid externalizing Israeli and Jewish symbols, and inform the local police immediately of any unusual incident.
The NSC recommends that those who can move up their flight back to Israel do so.
Incoming Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar commented on the situation and wrote on X, “We are in contact with the authorities in the Netherlands about the serious events there. Any Israeli or Jew who is currently in distress or has information and location about a violent event that is currently taking place – please contact the emergency hotline: 0097225303155.”
The IDF Spokesperson’s Unit stated, “Following the severe and violent incidents against Israelis in Amsterdam, with the direction of the political echelon, and in accordance with a situational assessment, the IDF is preparing to immediately deploy a rescue mission with the coordination of the Dutch government.”
The mission will be deployed using cargo aircraft and include medical and rescue teams. The IDF Homefront Command will lead the rescue mission with the cooperation of various IDF directorates, branches, and Israeli security authorities.
MK Almog Cohen (Otzma Yehudit) said that he spoke with Israel’s Ambassador to the Netherlands, Ephraim Modi, who informed him that many police forces had been sent to the scenes of the violence.
“I call on the fans to stay in safe places and avoid risking their lives,” Cohen wrote.
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett issued a call on authorities to act immediately to prevent the loss of lives.
MK Boaz Bismuth wrote on social media site X, “A shocking pogrom is happening right now in Amsterdam. I am receiving calls and messages from people who are in Amsterdam, who say that the Dutch authorities are not helping them at all and are not taking action to control the situation.”
“Jews are forced to barricade themselves and hide while the violence continues to rage in the streets. This event is a reminder that hatred of Jews is alive and kicking in the heart of Europe. The Dutch authorities must apply a policy of zero tolerance and arrest the rioters – now!” added Bismuth.
Israel’s Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, said, “We are receiving very disturbing reports of extreme violence against Israelis and Jews on the streets of Holland. There is a pogrom currently taking place in Europe in 2024.”
“These are the true faces of the supporters of the radical terrorism we are fighting. The western world needs to wake up now!!”
“This is the time when the UN should immediately and clearly condemn the violence of the Palestinians and their supporters. The Dutch authorities must take decisive action against terrorism now,” stated Danon.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir responded to the attacks in Amsterdam and said: “Fans who went to see a soccer game encountered antisemitism and were attacked with unimaginable cruelty just because of their Jewishness and Israeliness.”
He added, “I condemn any attempt to make the victim guilty. This is not only an attack on Jews and Israelis, but a warning sign to all European countries against radical Muslim violence. Today the victims were Israelis, tomorrow it is you Europeans.”
Dutch right-wing leader Geert Wilders condemned the violence and wrote on X, “Looks like a Jew hunt in the streets of Amsterdam. Arrest and deport the multicultural scum that attacked Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters in our streets. Ashamed that this can happen in The Netherlands. Totally unacceptable.”
He later posted again about the incident and wrote, “A pogrom in the streets of Amsterdam. We have become the Gaza of Europe. Muslims with Palestinian flags hunting down Jews. I will NOT accept that. NEVER.”
“The authorities will be held accountable for their failure to protect the Israeli citizens. Never again,” he added.
Opposition leader Yair Lapid said, “The scenes from Amsterdam remind us all of Europe’s darkest days. Jews being hunted and beaten on the streets of Europe should be a wake up call for anyone who still needs it about the rise of antisemitism and the dangers of extremism. I call on the government of the Netherlands to find every perpetrator of these hate crimes and bring them to justice.”
The International March of the Living responded to the violence as well, saying, “International March of the Living is shocked and appalled by the severe pogrom that took place last night in Amsterdam. This was a planned and organized attack, carried out by antisemitic rioters and terror supporters, who stabbed, beat, and ran over Israelis throughout the city without interference.”
“This horrific event cannot be condemned with words alone; decisive action is needed to prevent the next attack. The European Union and its member states must strongly condemn the pogrom, bring the perpetrators to justice, and ensure the safety of Israelis and Jews in Europe.”
“Tomorrow marks the 86th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the antisemitic pogroms that broke out all across Germany and Austria that led to the Holocaust – the eventual murder of six million Jews. Yet today Jews continue to face mortal danger all across Europe.”
“History teaches us only too well, the fatal consequences of silence and inaction in the face of unbridled hatred and violence.”
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Amsterdam pogrom: Only ten out of 62 suspects still in custody
Amsterdam Chief Public Prosecutor says that of the 62 suspects arrested after the violent attacks on Israelis in the city, only 10 are still in custody. The suspects are in custody for ‘public violence against individuals and groups.’
Nov 8, 2024, 3:02 PM (GMT+2) Israel National News – Chief Public Prosecutor of the Amsterdam Public Prosecutor’s Office Rene de Beukelaer said during a press conference on Friday that of the 62 suspects arrested after the violent attacks on Israelis in the city, only 10 are still in custody.
The Chief Prosecutor says he aims to try the ten suspects soon during a fast-track hearing.
According to Dutch news outlet Trouw, de Beukelaer said that the suspects are in custody for “public violence against individuals and groups.” The suspects who were released are suspected of insulting and throwing fireworks.
Police say they have footage of the suspects and are also calling on people to share footage with the police.
“The investigation that we started during the night focuses on suspects who can be seen on the film footage,” De Beukelaer said. “We are also investigating whether there are connections between these suspects, and how they came to these violent actions. We are also investigating whether it was organized,” the chief prosecutor said.
During the conference, Amsterdam Police Chief Peter Holla claimed the police anticipated risks around and after the football match and deployed 800 police officers, which he says is exceptional for Amsterdam.
There were serious assaults on Maccabi supporters with ‘hit-and-run’ actions. It is not known exactly how many. He states that there were fights on both sides and fireworks were set off.
As far as Holla knows, there were no hostage-takings or kidnappings and there are currently no problems with public order in the city.
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema also addressed the press on Friday and said: “Amsterdam looks back on a pitch-black night.”
The mayor said that she could not answer all the questions at the press conference because there was still uncertainty. She announced that an independent investigation would be conducted into the incident.
The Foreign Ministry has updated that it is unaware of any more cases of uncontacted Israelis in Holland following the attacks on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam.
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Dutch police allowed officers to refuse to protect Jews 1 month before pogrom
Last month, Dutch police admitted officers who refused to protect Jewish institutions such as the Amsterdam Holocaust museum were not forced to do so. A month, later, Amsterdam became the site of a pogrom.
Nov 8, 2024, 11:41 AM (GMT+2) Israel National News – Last night’s antisemitic pogrom in Amsterdam came a little over a month after Nieuw Israëlisch Weekblad reported that the Dutch police were allowing officers to refuse to protect Jewish institutions in Holland.
Police spokeswoman Mireille Beentjes told De Telegraaf that she was aware of officers voicing “moral objections” to being deployed to protect Jewish institutions and that the police force had no “strict policies” forcing officers to protect such sites.
“We take moral objections into account when creating schedules. But if there’s an urgent task, you will be deployed, whether you want to or not,” she said. “You are expected to behave professionally. Others shouldn’t notice anything.”
Among the sites some officers refused to be stationed near is the Dutch National Holocaust Museum in Amsterdam.
According to the Center for Information and Documentation on Israel, antisemitic incidents in Holland rose about 800% in the aftermath of the Hamas massacre of October 7th, 2023.
Last night, hundreds of fans of the Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer team reported that they were attacked by Arabs in Amsterdam, as they left the stadium following Maccabi’s game against AFC Ajax.
The fans testified that an ambush had been prepared for them in advance at various points outside the stadium.
Disturbing footage from the city, which was posted to social media, fans are seen being violently attacked, beaten and even run over. One of the fans was forced to say “Free Palestine” before he was let go. Some of the fans barricaded themselves in shops and other places in the city. The local police escorted some of the Israelis back to their hotels.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry said that ten fans were injured and that three people are unaccounted for, and efforts to get in touch with them are ongoing.
An Israeli who witnessed the attacks told Kan 11 News, “They waited in groups at every corner, and as soon as they recognized Jews – they started chasing them. Others waited near hotels and near the casino in larger groups, and there they also attacked fans. Then others drove by with cars and did not stop honking near hotels in which Israelis are staying.”
“The police were not present at the conclusion of the games, and Muslims were waiting near train stations for Israeli fans and followed them,” said another Israeli. “The police only started to intervene after about half an hour to 45 minutes into the attacks, after the attackers threw firecrackers at people and into buildings.”
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Local Authorities Ignored Warnings of Imminent Attacks on Israelis
November 8, 2024 @ 6:30 am ET The Yeshiva World – Israel’s Diaspora Affairs Ministry revealed on Friday morning that Dutch security officials had received three separate warnings about the possibility of attacks against Israelis, including a warning about violent protests, harming an individual fan who is an Israeli Border Police officer, and a warning that Arabs were planning to raid the Leonardo Hotel where Israelis were staying.
The ministry said that the warnings were sent to Dutch security forces who were responsible for the security of the fans by the Shin Bet and the Prime Minister’s Office. The Border Police officer was also informed of the threat by Israeli security officials.
“Unfortunately, the local forces failed in their mission of protecting Israeli soccer fans,” the Diaspora Affairs Ministry stated: “As of 3:30 a.m., we have transferred additional information from the networks which are assisting the security forces.”
POGROM IN AMSTERDAM! Hundreds Of Arabs Attack Jews In Coordinated Jihad; Jews Run Over, Stabbed, Thrown In Canal
November 8, 2024 @ 4:05 am ET The Yeshiva World – Hundreds of Israeli soccer fans were lynched by Arabs in the Netherlands where they had gathered to watch Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer team play against Ajax in Amsterdam on Thursday evening.
The attack was coordinated beforehand, with hundreds of Arabs waiting to attack Jews after the match at train stations, hotels, and casinos. About 3,000 Israelis had flown to the Netherlands for the game. Israeli security officials had warned Dutch authorities about a planned attack and were ignored.
Jews were run over by cars, stabbed, beaten, and coerced into shouting: “Free Palestine” in Arabic – “Frei Palestine.” In at least one case, an Israeli was thrown into a canal and forced to yell “Free Palestine” before he was extracted from the water.
Many of the Arabs filmed their attacks and posted them on social media, showing Jews being beaten and humiliated. Photos of stolen Israeli passports are also circulating on social media.
A number of Israelis were reported as missing and unreachable, though everyone has since been accounted for. Other Israelis reported that Arabs tried to abduct Jews.
The Dutch police were nowhere to be found. One Israeli told Kan News: “There were no police around at the end of the game and Arabs were waiting near the train station to attack Israelis. The police began intervening only 30-45 minutes after the attacks began and only after Arabs began throwing firecrackers at people and into buildings.”
An Israeli who identified himself as Dan said that as Israelis walked from the central train station on the main street, they were attacked by groups of 10 to 15 Arabs waiting on every block, who beat them with sticks. The situation continued for over an hour before the police arrived.
“They were waiting on every street corner, some on motorbikes, and after asking us where we were from, tried to block our way or run us over,” another Israeli said. “If you didn’t answer them, they started beating you up. Within seconds more people join in. Me and my friend were captured a number of times, I can barely walk.”
“No one offered to help us but we will not go to hospital. I don’t trust anyone here,” he said. “The police beat us with their batons because they were afraid of the pro-Palestinians. We are now in the hotel and outside, cars and motorbikes drive by taking pictures.”
Israel’s Channel 12 News reported that a Telegram group for cab drivers in the Netherlands [many Muslims in European cities are cab drivers] was used to coordinate the lynchings of Israeli soccer fans, with group members sharing locations of Israelis and videos of violent attacks. One group member wrote: “Hang Palestinian flags around the city, they will come there like rats.”
Group members justified the rioters: “Baby killers. Jews are cancer, baby killers have no rights.”
Israel’s Diaspora Affairs Ministry revealed on Friday morning that Dutch security officials had received three separate warnings about the possibility of attacks against Israelis, including a warning about violent protests, harming an individual fan who is an Israeli Border Police officer, and a warning that Arabs were planning to raid the Leonardo Hotel where Israelis were staying.
The ministry said that the warnings were sent to Dutch security forces who were responsible for the security of the fans by the Shin Bet and the Prime Minister’s Office. The Border Police officer was also informed of the threat by Israeli security officials.
“Unfortunately, the local forces failed in their mission of protecting Israeli soccer fans,” the Diaspora Affairs Ministry stated: “As of 3:30 a.m., we have transferred additional information from the networks which are assisting the security forces.”
Ynet quoted an Israeli as saying: “I finished a four-month reserve in Gaza, and what I experienced here is no less scary. There is a war out here. They ran over me and pulled a knife on me. I am slightly injured, but I am not ready to receive treatment here, only in Israel. We were ambushed. I saw with my own eyes children who were caught in explosions. They are everywhere. No police, complete chaos. Everything was pre-planned. The police here abandoned us. Every fourth person walking the street is a Muslim who came to attack Jews. I’m with hundreds of other Jews in a hotel, the police don’t allow us to leave.”
Israel’s newly appointed Chief Rabbanim, HaRav Dovid Yosef and HaRav Kalman Bar paskened that El Al can fly to Amsterdam on Shabbos to rescue the Israelis. The heter will be re-evaluated based on hourly situational assessments.
Israel’s Transportation Ministry instructed El Al and Israir to add three flights to Amsterdam to rescue Israelis in addition to the three regularly scheduled flights. Israelis whose passports were stolen or lost will be allowed to board the flights without passports.
The IDF’s Home Front Command prepared to launch a rescue mission, “with the cooperation of various IDF directorates, branches, and Israeli security authorities,” the IDF said in a statement. It was later determined that IDF rescue flights were not needed, with civilian flights sufficing to handle the situation.
As of noon on Friday (Israeli time), Dutch police had arrested 62 Muslim perpetrators.
Army Radio reported that the first Israeli rescue plane took off in the early morning hours, with a small and initial rescue team from the Home Front Command, which will arrive first in Amsterdam to assess the situation.
In the next two hours, if necessary, another rescue team will take off with an additional Air Force plane – which includes dozens of people – most of them medical personnel and some security personnel.
The Home Front Command stated that it is prepared to receive up to dozens of injured victims. The national rescue unit of the Home Front Command is also preparing for a scenario in which there is no clear situation and forces will need to locate injured individuals whose whereabouts and condition are unknown.
Forces are also preparing to go to the hospitals in the Netherlands and to accompany injured individuals on air travel.
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s office reported on Friday morning that he spoke with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof and emphasized the utmost importance of the Dutch government ensuring the safety of all Israelis in the Netherlands, including those injured and affected by the events.
Netanyahu noted that he views the planned antisemitic attack against Israeli citizens with great seriousness and requested to enhance security for the Jewish community in the Netherlands.
Schoof later condemned the attack. “I followed the news from Amsterdam with disgust,” he wrote on X.
Dutch right-wing leader Geert Wilders condemned the attack more forcefully: “Looks like a Jew hunt in the streets of Amsterdam. Arrest and deport the multicultural scum that attacked Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters in our streets. Ashamed that this can happen in The Netherlands. Totally unacceptable.”
Hard testimonies from Israelis who were present at the pogrom in Amsterdam:
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“We asked for help from business owners in the area but they completely ignored us. When I tried to escape in a taxi, the driver took me out by force and even cooperated with the attackers in trying to locate me.’
Also, Israelis claimed that stun grenades were thrown at apartments where they lived.
“The hotel owner refused to give us shelter. Only thanks to a group of young Dutch people who intervened and called the police did we manage to escape.”
Horrifying evidence also about Israelis who hid in attics in the city.
Many of the Israelis said that their passports were stolen.
“Ten people came at me and my partner with pepper spray. She ran into an apartment she doesn’t know and they all ran after me,” one of them wrote.
“I hid in a boat in the river for over an hour, in the cold of 5 degrees, while pretending to be a corpse until the police rescued me. They pass in convoys of dozens of vehicles, watching and looking for someone to murder.’
Another fan said: “We arrived at the hotel, they almost kidnapped us in their car”, and another tweeted: “An event that will scar me mentally for life. 30 Palestinians on my back.’
“We ran away from thousands of Muslims and some Israelis entered KFC while the police were out in small numbers and did not know how to handle the event. They didn’t bring a doctor to everyone who marked there because ‘there is no way to help you’. The Muslims tried to run over, kidnap, beat and murder.’
November 8, 2024 @ 4:33 am ET Jewish Breaking News
The Prime Minister’s Office announced that, after assessing the situation and based on officials’ recommendations, “it was decided that sending a professional rescue mission to the Netherlands is unnecessary.”
The military confirmed the decision, stating, “no IDF delegation will go to Amsterdam, as directed by the political leadership.”
Efforts will instead focus on arranging civilian flights to bring Israelis home, the PMO added.
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[Ed.: Our commandos were locked and loaded, sitting on the planes, and ready to fly to Amsterdam and extract the Jews. Apparently, Amsterdam decided that they didn’t want to look like Gaza just because of a bunch of Arabs, so they quelled the hostilities and convinced Bibi to call off the dogs! See, even the Dutch are capable of deductive reasoning! Nevertheless, they are called ‘Netherlanders’ because they are assholes, metaphorically speaking.]
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🔴 The Israeli Ministry of Diaspora and Battle Against Antisemitism reported that it issued three warnings to Dutch authorities about planned attacks in Amsterdam, targeting locations popular among Israelis. The warnings indicated that attackers were preparing to target a hotel frequently used by Israelis, inciting violence and planning attacks on specific individuals monitored on social media. Despite these clear signs, Dutch authorities reportedly ignored the warnings, allowing violent acts to proceed and later attempting to blame Israeli soccer fans for “provocative behavior.”
🆘 PMO statement: Netherlands Update as of 09:05 – For Israelis staying in Amsterdam on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Security Council:
1. Local security forces have been deployed in the area, and those wishing to travel from the hotel to the airport may do so, with access to local transportation available.
2. Any incidents involving threats or attacks should be reported immediately to the local police and the Israeli local representation at the phone number: +31646312161. Additionally, you can contact the Foreign Ministry Situation Center at 02-5303155.
Or the following numbers:
Foreign Ministry Headquarters:
025304358
025303287
025303644
025303401
0505074986
Israeli Embassy in the Netherlands:
+31703760570
+31642648282
+31648493297
3. Avoid walking around on the streets and displaying Israeli or Jewish symbols.
4. Those who can should consider moving up their return flights to Israel.
5. Israelis staying in Amsterdam are advised to install the Home Front Command app for receiving focused updates on the situation.
6. A number of Israeli aircraft are expected to arrive in Amsterdam in the coming hours, with additional details on return flights to Israel to be published later.
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⚠️ GPS jamming is reportedly occurring in the Maale Adumim area.
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[3:46 AM, 11/8/2024] +972 50-997-7784: 🆘 ISRAELI RESCUE AND SECURITY EFFORTS IN NETHERLANDS UPDATE
🆘 The Chief Rabbis, Rishon Lezion Rabbi David Yosef and Rabbi Kalman Bar, have allowed El Al to operate flights on Shabbat to rescue Israelis in Amsterdam, based on situational updates from security authorities and the urgent life-saving needs of Israeli citizens there.
‼️ The IDF has issued a prohibition on all mandatory and permanent service members from traveling to the Netherlands until further notice. IDF personnel currently there are instructed to return to Israel immediately.
🟥 An Israeli individual reported to the Israeli Broadcasting Authority that, while in Amsterdam, they encountered Turks who “ambushed” them with stun grenades. The individual claimed, “It was a prepared ambush, the police did nothing.”
‼️ The number of Israelis reported missing in the Netherlands has now risen to seven. Dutch special forces from a counter-terrorism unit have reportedly arrived in Amsterdam to assist in the search.
🔴 Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar is scheduled to travel to the Netherlands urgently, as reported by Channel 12.
🔹 Increased Shin Bet security measures are now in place for all official Israeli delegations in the Netherlands and for Israeli flights departing from there.
⚠️ Shin Bet has offered to send Israeli operatives to assist local authorities in Amsterdam, though accepting this help may be a sensitive issue for Dutch authorities.
🔴 Israeli President Herzog and King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands discussed severe antisemitic violence in Amsterdam, with Herzog urging urgent protection for Israelis. The King condemned the incidents, linking the failure to protect Jews now with historical lapses during WWII, stating, “We failed the Jewish community of the Netherlands during World War II, and last night we failed again.” Dutch Prime Minister Schoof also committed to safeguarding Israelis and aiding their safe return to Israel.
🇮🇱 El Al has committed to three rescue flights during Shabbat, providing these flights free of charge. Despite past criticism of the company during the war, El Al’s current dedication, especially on Shabbat, has been commendable.
🆘 Amsterdam Police are currently investigating reports suggesting that Israeli hostages are being held in the city.
🇮🇱 Israel Katz officially took over as Israel’s Defense Minister, succeeding Yoav Gallant, in a modest ceremony at the Defense Ministry with the IDF’s General Staff Forum in attendance. In his address, Katz expressed his commitment to defend the IDF and vowed to harness all capabilities to confront challenges with full force. Katz affirmed goals to curb Iranian aggression, dismantle Hamas as a military power, and defeat Hezbollah. He emphasized unity with Gallant, saying, “We were friends and we will remain friends…to ensure the security and future of the State of Israel, the Jewish State.”
Gallant, in his farewell speech, expressed “great pain over the loss” and the unresolved issue of hostages. He also reflected on his achievements during his term, which, he said, established a “new and better strategic reality” for Israel. Gallant vowed to continue his lifelong dedication to Israel’s security.
💩 Iranian Threat to Israel’s Economy via Mediterranean: Hossein Salami, Commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, warned that Israel’s economy, 98% reliant on the sea, could collapse if its ports are destroyed and the Mediterranean becomes unsafe.
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▪️A HERO SOLIDER HAS FALLEN.. Guy Shabtai, died of his wounds received 2 weeks ago in battle in Lebanon. May his family be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem, and may G-d avenge his blood!
⚠️INFILTRATION ALERT.. Kfar Giladi and Kfar Yuval- Alert squad deployed, local intersection closed to traffic – avoid the area. Residents to lock down. 13:30.
🩸POGROM UPDATES
.. THE HOME FRONT RESCUE MISSION TO AMSTERDAM.. cancelled. The plane was already on the runway loaded and ready for take off. Why?
.. Security officials in the Netherlands have not yet approved up to this time for the military plane of the Air Force to land in the Netherlands, so at the moment even the first plane with the rescue mission has not left, even though it was supposed to leave a long time ago.
.. PM: in accordance with the recommendation of the professionals, it was decided that it was not necessary to send a professional rescue mission to the Netherlands. Instead, the effort will be focused on providing civil aviation solutions for the recovery of our citizens.
.. IDF: In accordance with the directive of the political echelon, no IDF delegation will go to Amsterdam.
.. NEW ISRAELI FOREIGN MINISTER SA’AR.. on his way to Amsterdam, Knesset Speaker Ohana joins him.
.. DUTCH POLICE.. 62 arrested.
.. DUTCH NEWS.. Dutch police confirm that there was an attack targeting Israelis.
.. Health Minister ordered a senior Israeli medical official to be sent to the Netherlands to check the condition of the anti-Semitic lynching victims hospitalized in Amsterdam hospitals and whether they can be returned to Israel as soon as possible. CEO of Shaare Tzedek, joined the rescue team.
..Min. of Health is preparing to establish a special resilience center for fans returning from the Netherlands.
.. Chabad House Amsterdam wanted to convey that it helps with safe transportation from place to place for the Israeli fans. You can contact the Chabad emissary Rabbi Akiva Kamiser on WhatsApp at +31 6 10442770.
.. The Maccabi Netherlands organization is ready to help Maccabi Tel Aviv fans in Amsterdam. An aid center has been activated at the organization’s offices, and volunteers are prepared to drive fans to the center if necessary. You can call the following phones – Laura: +31652882784 David +31652044824.
.. MISSING? Dutch police statement: We are aware of reports of cases of hostages and disappearances, but at the moment there is no confirmation that this actually happened. This was also investigated and a number of people identified as missing were found.
.. The insurance company AIG in cooperation with Magnus sent a rescue mission to Amsterdam this morning. The expedition includes a plane with professional teams specializing in search and rescue. You can contact the MAGNUS AIG control center 24/7 at +972-50-889-9698.
.. PassportCard is flying two planes to Amsterdam with medical teams on board to treat Israelis injured in the riots. Passportcard has received reports of ten injured and they are receiving assistance through local teams.
.. Cellcom & Partner join Pelephone in free activation of services in Netherlands.
.. El Ai adding rescue flights free of charge. Flight LY330 from Amsterdam to Tel Aviv will take off today at 18:40 (local time), and is expected to land in Tel Aviv tomorrow at 00:05. Registration for the flight is possible through the customer service hotline at a dedicated number for customers located in Amsterdam at tel. 03-9404040.
Israir also operates flights from the Netherlands to Israel. Today at 14:55 and tomorrow at 12:30, local time.
Arkia updates that the rescue flight from Amsterdam on Saturday morning is full. The company is adding another flight tomorrow morning – Saturday at 08:45 that will depart from Brussels airport (two and a half hours drive from Amsterdam).
.. 2,751 Maccabi Tel Aviv fans are in Amsterdam.
.. One1 news: 2 remain missing, others have been found.
✡️Shabbat Parshat Lech L’cha – G‑d speaks to Abram, commanding him, “Go from your land, from your birthplace and from your father’s house, to the land which I will show you.” There, G‑d says, he will be made into a great nation. Abram and his wife, Sarai, accompanied by his nephew Lot, journey to the land of Canaan, where Abram builds an altar and continues to spread the message of the one G‑d.
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[7:25 AM, 11/8/2024] +972 54-668-0334: 🟤ARRIVAL ASSISTANCE, INFILTRATION AREA GROWS
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⚠️INFILTRATION ALERT.. Kfar Giladi and Kfar Yuval, EXPANDED to Kibbutz Maayan Baruch. Blockades are deployed on the roads in the north of the valley along Highway 99. Those who do not have to come to the northern valley area should not come right now. Update from 13:40.
🩸POGROM UPDATES
.. Zaka is preparing to help the Israelis landing from the Netherlands ahead of Shabbat. In full coordination with the aviation authorities the volunteers of the National Aid System, Unit 360 – ZAKA are preparing to help those landing from the Netherlands starting in the afternoon. The volunteers will be at the disposal of all Israelis who land, including those who need assistance with accommodation and catering for Shabbat.
Attached is a link (from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) to the Israelis who are currently in the Netherlands and need rescue 👇
https://survey.gov.il/he/Hague2024
.. MISSING – The number of Israelis who have not yet answered the phone has dropped to three.
.. WOUNDED – According to the mayor of Amsterdam and the local police, all Israeli wounded who were in hospitals have been released from the hospitals.
♦️IDF discovers Hezbollah underground training facility – – 200 meters from a UNIFIL base.
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⚠️CLEARED INFILTRATION ALERT – OVER, cleared – Kfar Giladi and Kfar Yuval, Kibbutz Maayan Baruch.
⚠️NEW INFILTRATION ALERT – NEW: Har Bracha (Samaria), gunfire in the area. Residents are instructed to take some protective measures, though it is NOT believed to be from inside the town. Ready squad and IDF forces inbound.
🩸POGROM UPDATES
.. Amsterdam mayor declares state of emergency – granting police the authority to conduct searches and prohibiting protests over the weekend.
🔅 Min. Of Foreign Affairs – ALL Israelis “in-touch”. No missing. (Per N12)
.. TERM OF THE DAY – DARVO – Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim and Offender, watch for it in the mainstream media.
.. Testimonies from some of the Israelis who were attacked: “They waited for us at every central exit and on the streets near Israeli hotels, holding knives and Palestinian flags. The police did nothing, they let them brutally attack all of us.”
.. A medic from Hatzalah that treated the wounded in Amsterdam: “I improvised, instead of a bandage I put toilet paper and instead of polydine I poured vodka.”
.. In the Arab networks there is wild incitement for similar events in Europe as a whole, as well as incitement to mass demonstrations in support of the Gazan terrorist organizations, alongside calls on the networks and WhatsApp groups of pro-“Palestinian” demonstrators to look for Jews and attack them.
▪️Dr. Yehiel Leiter has been named Israeli Ambassador to the United States. Mazal Tov and much success!
🔴AMSTERDAM UPDATES, MULTIPLE ROCKET BARRAGES
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🩸UPDATES – POGROM – AMSTERDAM, Holland
.. Passport card’s (travel service) situation room: a number of the company’s insured are hospitalized in Amsterdam hospitals.
.. Israelis report that they do not receive an answer at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs hotline. Ministry: overloaded.
.. Home Front rescue flight to leave for Amsterdam in 2 hours.
.. Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu spoke a few minutes ago with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Dick Skoff. The Prime Minister emphasized the supreme importance of the Dutch government ensuring the safety of all Israelis in the Netherlands, including those injured and affected by the events. Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that he views the planned anti-Semitic attack against Israeli citizens as serious, and asked for increased security for the Jewish community in the Netherlands.
.. More and more complaints about calls to the situation room of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs – which are not answered. After “Your position in the queue is” the line disconnects.
.. Dutch Prime Minister: “The situation in Amsterdam has calmed down.”
.. Social media reports 8-10 Israelis are currently missing or out of touch in Amsterdam, with names (not provided here). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 3 Israelis are out of touch in the Netherlands.
.. Pelephone will allow Israelis in Amsterdam (with their service/SIM) to make free calls and surf the web through the weekend in order to contact their relatives. Pelephone customers in Amsterdam will receive the benefit automatically, there is no need to contact the company’s call centers in order to receive it.
.. Additional emergency numbers published with the overload of the previous numbers:
Headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs:
02-5304358
02-5303287
02-5303644
02-5303401
050-5074986
02-5303155
Embassy of Israel in the Netherlands:
+31703760570
+31642648282
+31648493297
🔹IRAN.. The Supreme Leader of Iran, before the experts of the Iranian Council of Interests: The jihad will continue in Lebanon, Gaza and Palestine and this is what will lead to the victory of the “resistance”.
♦️GAZA – Following rocket fire, IDF evacs area: IDF spokesman in Arabic publishes an evacuation notice for the residents of the Shatti RC in western Gaza City. They are required to evacuate to the south following rocket fire from the area.
⭕BALLISTIC MISSILE ATTACK from HOUTHIS-YEMEN – alerts over southern Dead Sea area. Intercepted.
⭕ROCKET BARRAGE across the northwest this morning from HEZBOLLAH, Rosh HaNikra to Acre.
⭕SUICIDE DRONE coming in from the sea, from HEZBOLLAH, near Zichron Yaakov.
⭕ROCKET BARRAGES across the north Haifa area and the Nazareth areas simultaneously, from HEZBOLLAH.
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( VIDEO – Pogrom, Arabs mass attacking Israelis in Amsterdam – violent imagery. )
🩸POGROM – AMSTERDAM, Holland
.. Ten Maccabi fans were injured when hundreds of Muslim protesters violently attacked them in Amsterdam, after a football match in what appears to be a planned large scale pogrom, with people chased and beaten in the streets. Rumors of 2 Israelis missing.
.. Prime Minister Netanyahu and the new Foreign Minister Sa’ar were in talks with the Dutch authorities.
.. 2 rescue flights from Israel dispatched to evacuate Israelis, will arrive in Amsterdam today. Contact Min. Of Foreign Affairs 02-5303155 or Israeli consulate 0031646312161.
…… Arkia airlines is also trying to add a rescue flight, pending Amsterdam airport approval.
…… El Al: Two regular flights on their way to Amsterdam now. The company is expected to add flights in the coming hours
.. Israir has a flight out at 11:00 AM.
.. IDF: Following severe incidents of violence against Israelis in Amsterdam, under the guidance of the political echelon and following the assessment of the situation, the IDF immediately prepared to send a rescue mission in coordination with the Dutch government. The delegation will leave in transport planes and will include medical and rescue teams. Home Front Command is leading the rescue operation.
.. INSTRUCTIONS FROM ISRAEL NATIONAL SECURITY HQ:
1. Movements on the street should be avoided.
2. Shut yourself in the hotel rooms
3. The externalization of Israeli/Jewish symbols should be avoided.
4. Contact local police about ANY threat or attack.
5. Contact Israeli consulate as well: phone 0031646312161
6. Those who can advance their flight back to Israel should do so.
.. The leader of the Dutch coalition Geert Wilders: looks like hunting Jews on the streets of Amsterdam. Stop and expel the scum who attacked Maccabi Tel Aviv fans in our streets. I am ashamed that this could happen in the Netherlands, completely unacceptable.
.. 2 days before Kirstallnacht.
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Gallant after being fired: ‘Failure to return hostages a Mark of Cain for policy leaders’
Outgoing Defense Minister Yoav Gallant delivered his first statement to the media since Prime Minister Netanyahu announced his dismissal, says 3 issues led to his firing.
Nov 5, 2024, 10:57 PM (GMT+2) Israel National News – Outgoing Defense Minister Yoav Gallant delivered his first statement to the media since Prime Minister Netanyahu announced his dismissal Tuesday evening
“I told the Prime Minister that my order of priorities is fixed – the State of Israel, the IDF and the defense system, and only after that comes everything else, including my personal future,” he said.
Gallant claimed: “These dismissals come as a result of a dispute over three issues – my firm stance that every young man should serve in the IDF.”
“A discriminatory and corrupt law must not be allowed to pass in the Israeli Knesset,” he said in reference to the issue of haredi recruitment to the IDF.
The second issue that Gallant believes led to his dismissal is “our moral and ethical obligation to return our sons and daughters – by virtue of my role and my experience – I state that this is achievable. It is possible to return the hostages, it involves compromises, some of them painful, the State of Israel will know how to meet these compromises.”
“There will be no atonement for the [failure to secure the] release of the hostages. This will be a Mark of Cain on whoever will lead the policy,” he added.
The third reason, according to Gallant, is “the need to learn lessons and find out the truth in a state commission of inquiry. I have been responsible for the security system for the past two years, for the successes and for the failures.”
“Throughout my years in the water, underwater, in the air, and on land, I have learned that it is obligatory to navigate using a compass. In times of darkness like now, I call on the elected officials to do so. It is ethically and morally correct. I wish to salute the families of the hostages, the bereaved families, the soldiers, and the wounded. I salute you,” Gallant concluded.
[Ed.: Wadanidiot! The S.O.B. thinks it was the hostages issue got him! Wadadork! But it’s all going to come out whenever he gets prosecuted for his real treason(s) – (if not here, then upstairs). Good riddance.]
Who is Israel Katz, the new Israeli defense minister?
November 5, 2024 5:02 PM EST Reuters – Israeli Foreign Minister August 16, 2024. REUTERS – JERUSALEM, Nov 5 (Reuters) – Israel Katz waits for his British and French counterparts for a meeting, amid the conflict between Israel and Hamas, in JerusalemIsrael Katz, formerly Israel’s foreign minister, has been appointed defense minister after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sacked Yoav Gallant from the post.
Netanyahu said he no longer had trust in Gallant’s management of Israel’s military operations, which include an ongoing war in Gaza and Lebanon.
Below are some facts about Katz:
* Born in 1955 in the Israeli coastal city of Ashkelon, Katz was drafted into the military in 1973 and served as a paratrooper, leaving the service in 1977. He has not served in any senior military command position, unlike his predecessor Gallant, who had been a general before becoming defense minister in 2022.
* Katz, a member of Netanyahu’s right-wing Likud party, has been a member of the Knesset (parliament) since 1998. In the Knesset, he served on several committees including those covering foreign affairs, defence and justice.
* He has held several ministerial posts in the past two decades, including agriculture, transport, intelligence, finance and energy portfolios. He was appointed foreign minister in 2019.
* As foreign minister, Katz declared Antonio Guterres persona non grata in October over what he said was the U.N. secretary-general’s failure to “unequivocally” condemn Iran’s missile attack on Israel and for what he described as antisemitic and anti-Israel conduct.
* Also in October, he ordered his ministry to start legal proceedings against French President Emmanuel Macron after Paris banned Israeli firms from participating in an upcoming military naval trade show.
* Katz has been a low profile figure in Israeli-U.S. interactions during U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s 11 trips to Israel since Oct. 7, 2023. The top U.S. diplomat has held only a few meetings with Katz, while Blinken regularly met with Gallant.
* Katz studied as an undergraduate and graduate at Israel’s Hebrew University. He is married with two children.
Netanyahu fires Gallant as Defense Minister
PM dismisses Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing ‘significant gaps’ and lack of trust, appoints Israel Katz in his place.
Nov 5, 2024, 8:16 PM (GMT+2) Israel National News – Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on Tuesday evening.
Netanyahu explained that this is the result of a crisis of trust and significant differences between the two in the management of the war.
“As the Prime Minister of Israel, my chief obligation is to preserve the security of Israel and to achieve our total victory. In the midst of war, more than ever, complete trust is required between the Prime Minister and the Defense Minister,” Netanyahu began.
“Unfortunately, even though such trust was present during the first months of the military campaign, and we had a very productive cooperation, during the past several months this trust between myself and the Defense Minister has begun to crack,” he stated.
Netanyahu continued, “Defense Minister Gallant and I had substantial disagreements on the management of the military campaign, disagreements which were accompanied by public statements and actions that contravened the decisions of the Government and the Security Cabinet.”
“I have made multiple attempts to resolve these disagreements, but they became increasingly wider. They were also brought to the knowledge of the public in an inappropriate manner, and what is even worse, they have reached the knowledge of the enemy; our enemies have taken great delight in these disagreements and have derived much benefit from them,” he added.
He explained that “different opinions in open debates, as anyone who knows me can attest to, are my way of holding discussions and consultations, and making decisions. Everyone knows that. However, the increasingly wide crisis of confidence between myself and the Defense Minister had become public knowledge, and that crisis is hindering the continued proper administration of the military campaign.”
“I am not the only one with this opinion; in both the Government and the Security Cabinet, the majority of the members of which, virtually all members, share the feeling that this state of affairs cannot continue,” he noted.
“In view of the above, I have decided today to remove the Defense Minister from his post. In his stead, I have decided to appoint Minister Israel Katz to this position. Israel Katz has proven his abilities and has made a contribution to national security as Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of Finance, Minister of Intelligence for five years, and equally important, as a long-standing member of the State Security Cabinet,” Netanyahu declared.
“Israel Katz brings to the table an impressive combination of rich experience and executive capabilities. He is known as a man of action who combines responsibility with reserved decisiveness, all important qualities for driving a military campaign,” he said.
He further stated that former Minister Gideon Sa’ar would take Minister Katz’s place as Foreign Minister. “Also, I have spoken today with Minister Gideon Sa’ar and proposed that he join the coalition along with his faction and serve as Minister of Foreign Affairs. As a member of the Government and Security Cabinet for many years, Gideon Sa’ar will bring to the table much experience and consideration in the areas of policy and security, and will be a significant addition to our leadership team.”
“Gideon Saar’s addition and the addition of his faction will increase the stability of the coalition and the government, important factors at any time, and especially important in time of war. I am convinced that these steps will reinforce the Government and the Security Cabinet, transforming them into bodies that work cooperatively and harmoniously for the security of the State of Israel, for the citizens of Israel, and for our victory,” he said.
Gallant stated in response, “The security of the State of Israel always was, and will always remain my life’s mission.”
Incoming Defense Minister Israel Katz said, “I thank Prime Minister Netanyahu for the trust he placed in me in appointing me to the position of minister of defense. I accept this responsibility with a sense of mission and a deep commitment to the security of the State of Israel and its citizens.”
“We will work together to advance the defense establishment to victory against our enemies and to achieve the goals of the war: the return of all the hostages as the most important mission, the destruction of Hamas in Gaza, the defeat of Hezbollah in Lebanon, the curbing of Iranian aggression and the safe return of the residents of the north and south to their home,” he added.
The move was welcomed by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, who said, “The prime minister did well to remove him from his position.” Ben-Gvir claimed that “it is not possible to achieve absolute victory” with Gallant as Defense Minister.
On the other hand, opposition figures condemned Gallant’s firing, Democrats chairman Yair Golan called on the public to “take to the streets” in protest.
National Unity MK Orit Farkash Hacohen said, “A Defense Minister who announces conscription orders for thousands of Haredim is fired in the middle of a war on the eve of an [expected Iranian] attack for the sake of the evasion law.
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[Ed.: We’ve been chompin’ at the bit to hit Iran for real, in full to bring an end to their global terrorist outreach once and for all. Now, they even promise to give us an opportunity to proceed and put an end to them. The Irani people will have their country back and will live in peace and harmony with Israel! Imagine that! Isn’t that special!]
IDF dismisses Otzma Yehudit MK Yitzhak Kroizer from reserve duty over picture in Lebanon
IDF dismisses MK from Otzma Yehudit after he was photographed in a home in southern Lebanon with graffiti behind him reading “MK Kroizer’s office”.
Nov 3, 2024, 5:17 AM (GMT+2) Israel National News – MK Yitzhak Kroizer (Otzma Yehudit) was removed from active reservist duty after he was photographed in a home in southern Lebanon with graffiti reading “MK Kroizer’s office” seen behind him.
The IDF removed Kroizer from combat duty to a reservist unit for elected public officials, ending his current reserve service. The IDF Spokesperson’s Unit said in response, “The case was investigated and it has been decided to end the reserve service of the person in question.”
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir blasted the decision, “The IDF’s decision to remove from reserve service MK Kroizer from Otzma Yehudit, who fought valiantly since the outbreak of the war and is now in Lebanon, only because of pressure from the Haaretz newspaper, is a shame and disgrace.”
“The fact that the IDF panics following queries from the newspaper whose owner considers Hamas terrorists to be ‘freedom fighters’ is outrageous and worrying. I expect the Chief of Staff and the head of the Personnel Directorate to come to their senses, and strengthen MK Kroizer who fights against the terrorists both from the Knesset and on the lines.”
MK Kroizer himself responded to the decision and said, “Yes. I was dismissed from reserve service. And you know why? Because of an inquiry by the Haaretz newspaper (whose publisher last week called the Hamas terrorists ‘freedom fighters’) asking why a photo of me from Lebanon was published.”
“I have had the privilege of fighting for you with more than 100 days in reserve in the past year. I will continue to fight for you in the Knesset together with my friends from the Otzma Yehudit faction. Thanks to everyone for the support I receive.”
MK and former member of the War Cabinet Benny Gantz called on the IDF to reconsider the removal of MK Kroizer.
“Discipline in the IDF is important, and the photograph of MK Kroizer in Lebanon is a mistake that needs clarification and possibly disciplinary punishment. At the same time, in these days when we do not have enough soldiers, and the fighting spirit is so important, the removal of an elected official, who serves as an example and chooses to go out and fight, sends the wrong message. MK Kroizer, with whom I fundamentally disagree, deserves praise for his enlistment, and I call on the IDF to reconsider his removal,” said Gantz.
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🔷 U.S. Central Command confirmed that B-52 Stratofortress strategic bombers from Minot Air Force Base’s 5th Bomb Wing have arrived in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.
⚠️ An American official told Axios, “We warned Iran against launching another attack on Israel and said that we would not be able to restrain the Israelis. Israel may respond to the Iranian attack even if it comes from Iraqi territory.”
⚠️ The Saudi site “Elaph” reported that Israel has identified targets in Iraq and warned the Baghdad government that it will attack if UAV strikes persist and if Iran uses Iraqi territory for its operations. The report also noted that Israel is working in coordination with the U.S. and is monitoring Iranian efforts to transfer ballistic missiles and related equipment into Iraq.
🔷 Earlier, an Israeli Navy ship equipped with LORA ballistic missiles, with a range of up to 500 km, crossed the Suez Canal into the Red Sea.
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US to Deploy B-52s, Warships to Middle East as Iran Threatens ‘Crushing Response’ Against Israel
November 2, 2024 Jewish Breaking News – The United States is beefing up its deterrent forces in the Middle East as Iran continues to threaten Israel, announcing plans on Saturday to deploy B-52 bombers, fighter jets, refueling aircraft and Navy destroyers to the region.
“Should Iran, its partners, or their proxies use this moment to target American personnel or interests in the region, the United States will take every measure necessary to defend our people,” Pentagon spokesperson Air Force Major General Patrick Ryder stated.
Israel faces an escalating series of military confrontations across the region. Beyond direct missile exchanges with Iran, Israeli forces are actively engaging Tehran’s proxy networks on multiple fronts. While Hamas maintains entrenched positions throughout Gaza, Hezbollah forces continue to threaten Israel’s northern border, and Houthi militants launch regular attacks from Yemen.
Throughout the escalation, American military installations from Syria to Iraq have weathered persistent attacks from Iranian-backed militias, even as U.S. warships intercept Houthi drone attacks in the Red Sea shipping lanes.
Meanwhile, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei issued new threats against Israel on Saturday, warning of a “crushing response.”
“The enemies, whether it be the Zionist regime or the United States will certainly receive a crushing response for what they do against Iran and the Resistance Front,”Khamenei declared. “We are fully committed to preparing the Iranian nation in every necessary way to confront arrogance. Whether in terms of military readiness, weaponry, or political efforts, thank God, officials are actively engaged in these efforts.”
“This is not merely about revenge; it is a logical movement, a confrontation aligned with religion, ethics, Sharia, and international laws,” he said. “The Iranian people and the country’s officials will not show any hesitation or leniency in this regard. Be assured of this.”
However, Iran’s ability to make good on its threats against Israel may have been significantly compromised, with U.S. and Israeli officials revealing to the Wall Street Journal that Israeli strikes inflicted heavy damage on Tehran’s air defenses and missile manufacturing sites.
WATCH how Kakameini (dead man walking) puts it!
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‼️ U.S. B-52 BOMBER DEPLOYMENT AMID ESCALATING IRANIAN THREATS AGAINST ISRAEL
ISRAEL REALTIME 11/2/2024 @ 1:02 PM ET
⚠️ The U.S. has deployed 12 USAF B-52 bombers to the CENTCOM region, now en route to Al-Udeid Airbase in Qatar. These bombers will soon fly over Israel.
⭕ Iranian lawmaker Esmail Kowsari stated, “All members of Iranian Supreme National Security Council have agreed on a military response against Israel. The response will be executed in cooperation and coordination with the resistance forces in the region and will be more severe than the Iranian attack on Israel on October 1.”
❗️ IRGC Spokesman Muhammad Ali Naeini declared, “The Zionist entity believes that Iran will not respond to it, and thinks that Iran is afraid to go to war with them and confront them directly. This perception is evidence of the Zionist entity’s miscalculations. Iran’s response to Israel is inevitable and will be decisive and strong, and will exceed the enemy’s imagination.”
🔹 Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei warned, “Enemies, including America and Israel, will receive a crushing response to what they are doing against Iran and the resistance front.”
▪️ The Jordanian government, according to Sky News Arabic, announced, “We will not be a battlefield for any party and we will not allow warplanes, missiles or drones to pass through our airspace. The armed forces will not hesitate to apply the rules of engagement against anyone who tries to harm Jordan’s security.”
❗️MULTIPLE SOURCES REPORTING – MOVEMENT OF IRANIAN MISSILE LAUNCHERS.. “observed in dozens of places in Iran.” It appears clear that Iran is preparing for another attack.
▪️CORRECTION – Previous video we wrote was in Binyamina, it was in Tira – Israeli Arab town east of Netanya – resulting in 19 injured, 4 moderately.
▪️PM OFFICE LEAK INVESTIGATION.. ( this is hard to fit in our brief format ) Ch. 13 claims there were (illegal) secret leaks from the PM’s office. PM’s office demanded to unseal the investigation. Appears a document was leaked to a foreign news source from a lower level office person. Opposition trying to blame the PM. PM’s office trying to say the leaked info was actually an advantage to Israel. Strange.
⚠️CITY OF ACRE – NO SCHOOL TOMORROW.. The Mayor of Acre, Amichai Ben-Shoulus announced this evening that due to the direct damage sustained by one of the apartments in the city during Shabbat, there will be no classes tomorrow in the city’s educational institutions.
.. BUT “SOME HAIFA SCHOOLS” will open tomorrow as usual, even though this violates Home Front guidelines.
🎯IDF announces that it has eliminated Jafar Fa’or, the commander of the missile and rocket array of the “Nasser” unit in Hezbollah (the eastern sector in southern Lebanon).
♦️LEBANON – The IDF estimates that some 2,000 Hezbollah operatives have been killed by troops and in airstrikes during the ongoing ground offensive in southern Lebanon.
♦️SYRIA-LEBANON BORDER.. According to a Syrian report, last night our forces once again bombed the Josia border crossing with Lebanon. The crossing was already damaged last week, but had partially reopened.
♦️GAZA.. After more than a year, the IDF located a factory for the production of weapons in the center of the Gaza Strip. The fighters located in the factory, lathes, hundreds of parts for the production of rockets, shells, grenades, alongside diving equipment of the Hamas naval commandos.
⭕IDF updates: 10 drones and 130 rockets penetrated Israeli territory since last night. THE NORTH IS UNDER CONSTANT ATTACK.
⭕HAMAS ROCKETS tonight, Sderot, Ibim, Mefarsim.
▪️TERROR – RAMMING – HIZMA checkpoint. 1 police officer lightly injured.
▪️2 HERO SOLDIERS HAVE FALLEN.. in battle in Gaza, due to another booby trapped building (same as last 4 who fell in Gaza):
Itay Parizat, 20, from Petah Tikva
Yair Hananya, 22, from Mitzpe Netofa.
May their families be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem, and may G-d avenge their blood!
🔸DEAL NON-NEWS.. the mediators are still working with Hamas and exerting pressure on it. There is no final official answer, but it appears that Hamas is not ready to enter into any deal, big or small, without guarantees for a full withdrawal and the end of the war.
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October 31, 2024 Yeshiva World News – Israeli intelligence has indicated that Iran may be planning a large-scale attack on Israel from Iraqi territory, potentially launching within days and before the U.S. presidential election on November 5, according to a report by Axios on Thursday, citing two unidentified Israeli sources.
The planned assault is expected to involve a substantial number of drones and ballistic missiles, reportedly deployed from pro-Iranian militias based in Iraq. According to the report, the use of Iraqi territory could be a strategic move by Iran, allowing it to maintain plausible deniability while avoiding direct repercussions from Israel on Iranian soil.
Iran’s approach would involve leveraging its allied militias to conduct the attacks, a tactic often used to obscure Tehran’s direct involvement while still advancing its regional agenda. The report suggests that this approach may aim to preemptively deter Israel from targeting Iran’s own strategic assets, a step Israel has taken previously in response to rising threats.
This development comes as tensions remain high in the region, with the potential for spillover effects influencing international dynamics ahead of the U.S. election. American officials have not yet commented on the report, though the situation is expected to prompt increased diplomatic and military vigilance in the coming days.
Analysts note that an attack of this nature, especially so close to the U.S. election, could escalate Israeli-Iranian tensions and impact broader Middle Eastern stability, making it a critical point of watch for both regional and international stakeholders.
One year later: 12,000 injured soldiers in Gaza and Lebanon
The Defense Ministry has published figures regarding the number of new cases in the rehabilitation department.
Oct 29, 2024, 1:38 PM (GMT+2) Israel National News – One year into the Swords of Iron war, the Rehabilitation Division of the Ministry of Defense reports that since the war broke out on October 7, some 12,000 wounded and injured have been admitted to the Rehabilitation Department.
Of these, 93% are men, 66% are reservists, 51% are between the ages of 18 and 30. Fourteen percent (14%) of the wounded are classified as moderately-severely injured, 377 of them with head injuries, of which 23 suffered severe injuries that required the completion of the skull with the aid of a 3D printer; 308 with eye injuries, of whom 12 lost their sight and required a prosthesis, 104 with spinal injuries, and about 60 amputees to whom an advanced and innovative prosthesis was adapted that conforms to their lifestyle.
In addition, 5,200 (43%) of the wounded developed various mental reactions (anxieties, depressions, adjustment difficulties and post-traumatic stress and more). On average, 1,000 wounded from the ongoing war are admitted each month, and in addition, some 500 new applications were admitted for recognition from past events.
Some 1,500 wounded were wounded twice during the fighting. Some 900 new wounded have been evacuated to hospitals since the ground operation began in Lebanon – a 1.5-fold increase over September.
In the past year, the department has absorbed three times as many young casualties under the age of 30, who constitute 51% of the war’s casualties, while until October 6, 2023, about 50% of the IDF casualties were middle aged compared to 8% of the young casualties under the age of 30. Rehabilitative measures are tailored to the young wounded with emphasis on assistance in returning to the educational circle, vocational training and vocational rehabilitation.
As part of the process, ten rehabilitative farms were established to help the wounded create a daily routine, and are spread throughout the country. The farms were established in cooperation with the Israel Defense Forces Wounded Veterans Organization. At the farms, body and soul workshops, discussion circles and agricultural activities are held. In the future, activities will be held for family members as well.
In order to allow the wounded to recuperate and their injuries to heal, and in order to be able to focus on recovery – the policy of “rehabilitation before bureaucracy” in conjunction with the Israel Veterans Organization is being continued. The patients who are admitted to the division receive immediate medical and psychological treatment and financial support. Physical casualty boards will be deferred for one year from the date of injury, while mental casualty boards will be deferred for two years, at the recommendation of the experts. This is to allow the mental state of the casualties to stabilize and crystallize. According to the data, the average annual cost of the basket of treatment and economic support for a war casualty is about 150,000 shekels.
According to estimates in the Rehabilitation Department, by the year 2030 there will be 100,000 IDF veterans, 50% of whom are mental health patients. In order to prepare for the number of casualties, the Rehabilitation Division has established a Customer Service Division, which, alongside improving the technological and digital response, will assist in simplifying the bureaucracy for IDF veterans. In the coming week, another media campaign will be launched to make the rights and services available to the wounded more accessible.
[Ed.: With consideration of not harming the ‘innocent civilians’ in Gaza (who unanimously voted for Hamas and participated in attacks on Israel,) and in obedience to the evil deep state of the United States, Israel fights the war by the Queensberry Rules, with one hand tied behind our backs. Instead of wiping out the enemy in the first one or two days, we send our soldiers in to go in between land mines, door to door, for an entire year without finishing the job. The modern state of IINO is happy to use our brave soldiers as cannon-fodder, because Jewish blood is cheapest in the land of IINO, the only Bolshevik Democracy in the middle east.]
October 29, 2024 @ 8:18 am ET Yeshiva World News – Further figures highlight the severe nature of injuries: 14% have moderate to critical injuries, including 23 soldiers with major head trauma, 60 amputees, and 12 who have lost their vision. Approximately two-thirds of the 12,000 soldiers are reservists.
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October 28, 2024 Yeshiva World News (YWN) – The bills passed with a majority of 92 out of 120 MKs, with only 10 [Arab] MKs voting against the bills and the others, the members of the Democrats party [merger of Labor and Meretz], abstaining.
Under the new law, UNRWA will not “operate any institution, provide any service, or conduct any activity, whether directly or indirectly,” in the sovereign territory of Israel.
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October 7 genocide: MKs submit bill for prosecution of Hamas Nukhba terrorists By YAKI ADAMKER
This step has been previously avoided due to legal challenges and possible international ramifications.
OCTOBER 28, 2024 – A new bill submitted by the Chair of the Constitution Committee, Religious Zionist Party MK Simcha Rothman, and Yisrael Beytenu MK Yulia Malinovsky will define the October 7 massacre carried out by Hamas as genocide.
By defining the October 7 massacre carried out by Hamas and other entities against the Jewish people and the State of Israel as genocide, it will fall under specific definitions and special conditions. The bill also set special conditions for the imprisonment and prosecution of terrorists who participated in the October 7 massacre.
This step has been previously avoided due to legal challenges and possible international ramifications.
The proposal states, “The complexity of the events, their unprecedented scale, and the unique nature of the crimes committed requires a unique legal approach. The regular judicial system is not equipped to handle such a scale of severe crimes carried out simultaneously by hundreds of perpetrators.” It further states that “the unique nature of these crimes” necessitates “expertise and a distinctive legal approach.”
The bill proposed by Rothman and Malinovsky stipulates that Nukhba terrorists will be designated as “special unlawful combatants,” enabling the prolonged detention of anyone who was directly or indirectly involved in the massacre— be it through its execution, planning, conspiracy, or incitement — even if the terrorist does not currently pose an immediate threat.
Additionally, a Prosecution Committee will be established, consisting of three members: a representative of the Justice Minister, a representative of the Defense Minister, and a representative of the Foreign Minister. The three members will have the authority to order the filing of an indictment against anyone who participated in the October 7 massacre.
Further, the indictment will be submitted to a special court that will be established, comprising up to 15 judges. Eligible to serve in this court will be individuals qualified to serve as Supreme Court justices or legal experts who are not Israeli citizens or residents whom the Justice Minister, in consultation with the Foreign Minister, has determined possess the appropriate knowledge and experience for the role.
The proposed law stipulates that the special court will convene with a panel of three judges and in proceedings where multiple defendants are charged under a single indictment, with five judges. The court will also have the authority to impose the death penalty in certain clear-cut cases.
According to the proposal, the Justice Minister will establish regulations, with the approval of the Constitution Committee, regarding procedures and rules of evidence in proceedings before the special court.
A ‘swift and effective legal response’
This will consider, among other things, “the need to protect victims and their families, to facilitate the hearing of evidence in cases with multiple defendants, to minimize interim and preliminary procedures, to ensure the transparency of the proceedings and make them accessible to various audiences domestically and internationally, and to conduct the proceedings efficiently in order to achieve justice.”
Rothman and Malinovsky wrote in their proposal that it is intended “to provide an appropriate, swift, and effective legal response to the events of October 7 while upholding principles of justice and international law.”
“The proposed mechanism balances the need for quick and efficient handling with the protection of defendants’ rights, allowing the State of Israel to adequately address the unique legal challenges presented by these events.”
MK Malinovsky, one of the proposal’s initiators, recently met twice with Justice Minister Yariv Levin and intends to meet with officials from the State Attorney’s Office and the judicial system.
“This is a national, not a legal, event. It will require all of us to set everything aside and address it with clean hands. This proposal serves as an initial framework and a statement of intent, and it may change further. The aim is to complete the legislation within the current Knesset session,” she claimed.
🟧 WINTER KNESSET OPENS, SYRIA THREATENED BY ISRAEL
October 28, 2024 @ 1:40 pm ET ISRAEL REALTIME – Connecting to Israel in Realtime
( VIDEO – Jenin, Samaria, IDF vehicle hit by roadside IED explosion. )
▪️WINTER SESSION OF THE KNESSET BEGINS.. much political posturing in progress.
▪️BILL SUBMITTED FOR PROSECUTION OF OCT. 7 TERRORISTS.. which includes the death penalty. The bill stipulates that Nukhba terrorists will be designated as “special unlawful combatants,” enabling the prolonged detention of anyone who was directly or indirectly involved in the massacre, creates a prosecution committee, a special court, and penalties including death. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-826402
▪️BILL IN PROGRESS TO DENY FAMILY VISITS.. for security prisoners whose organization holds Israeli hostages.
▪️BILL – DENY JUDICIAL APPEAL TO TERROR SUPPORTERS.. The coalition has decided to support Knesset member Rotman’s law which deny the right of those who reward terrorism to appear in Israeli courts, like the Palestinian Authority (who pays salaries to families of terrorists who successfully murder Israelis.)
▪️JUDICIAL CONTROL CHANGE? Netanyahu proposes to end the tenure of the legal advisers to the government ministries by the end of the year (within two months) and to grant them financial compensation of up to 20 months salary. This is part of the Abramovich report and has been subject to legal review.
▪️CHAREDIM SAY.. Leader of the ultra-orthodox community Rabbi Dov Lando: “We pray for the soldiers three times a day, with every prayer we pray for them.”
▪️EU TRIES TO STRANGLE JEWISH TOWNS IN JUDEA-SAMARIA.. Despite the European Union’s ‘Fouad Plan’ for Arab strangleholds against Jewish settlements – the illegal Arab settlement of Gor’t al-Khil was expelled.
▪️LOCAL POLITICS.. Amit Segal: Two more departures from the Yesh Atid party against the background of the continued decline in the polls: the head of the Kfar Saba headquarters and the head of the Emek Hefer headquarters.
♦️LEBANON – Attacks in the Bekaa valley and in south Lebanon throughout the day.
.. IDF Fighter jets attacked earlier today in the area of Tzur in southern Lebanon: warehouses of weapons and anti-tank missiles, military buildings and observation posts of various military units of Hezbollah, including the “Aziz Unit”, which is responsible for shooting from the area of southwest Lebanon towards the territory of the State of Israel.
♦️GAZA – Terror headquarters established by Hamas at the ‘Kamal Adwan’ hospital in Jabaliya. Captured terrorist: “Hamas operates ambulances to transport terrorists.” Weapons, terrorist funds and Hamas documents were found. The forces arrested terrorists who had barricaded themselves in the hospital, including terrorists who took part in the Oct 7 massacre.
❗️SYRIA – Israel recently threatened Syrian Dictator Bashar al-Assad and demanded that he take practical steps against the Iranian axis, and especially Hezbollah. The Syrian army recently forced Hezbollah to evacuate the “Vanguard” and “Khomeini” sites near Zabadani, before Israel bombed both sites due to the presence of Hezbollah weapons and equipment.
▪️AIR TRAVEL.. Lufthansa group (which includes Austrian and Swiss airlines) extends the suspension of its flights to Israel until at least Nov. 25.
▪️ECONOMY.. Shufersal to re-create the Universe Club chain, a warehouse club like store chain that was previously in Israel. Shufersal Deal stores will be renovated and adapted to the new/old format.
🔸DEAL NEWS.. Prime Minister’s Office: The head of Mossad Barnea returned today from Doha, Qatar from his meeting with the head of the CIA and the Prime Minister of Qatar. At the meeting, the parties discussed a new unified outline that combines previous proposals and also takes into account the main issues and recent developments in the region.
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Finance Minister Calls For Complete Sovereignty Over Gaza
October 28, 2024 Jewish Breaking News – Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has laid out a sweeping vision for Israeli control over Gaza and Judea and Samaria (West Bank), declaring the time has come for Israel to “free itself from wrong concepts” about a Palestinian state.
“We can and must apply Israeli sovereignty,” Smotrich told evangelicals at the Middle East Summit in Jerusalem on Sunday. “The establishment of new cities and settlements deep in Judea and Samaria and bringing hundreds of thousands of additional settlers to live in them is paramount.”
The Religious Zionism party leader argued that Arabs would need to accept limited local governance or leave. Under his proposal, those unwilling to forgo national aspirations would “receive assistance from us to emigrate to one of the many Arab countries where the Arabs can realize their national ambitions.”
Regarding Gaza, Smotrich stressed the necessity of maintaining both civilian and military control, warning that “where there is no civilian presence, there is no long-term military presence,” and that abandoning such presence creates “an existential threat to the State of Israel.”
While calling for firm Israeli control, Smotrich painted an optimistic picture of future regional cooperation through expanded Abraham Accords, contingent upon Western powers taking action to “overthrow the ayatollah regime in Iran and eliminate its nuclear project that threatens the State of Israel and the entire Western world.”
[Ed.: I second the motion.]
Iran’s Air Defense Capabilities Incurred Significant Damage, Will Take Years To Restore
October 27, 2024 @ 7:10 am Yeshiva World News – After more than three weeks of waiting, on Friday night after midnight, the Israeli Air Force launched Operation Days of Repentance, targeting strategic sites deep in Iran.
Kan News reported that Israel is maintaining silence about the damage caused in Iran to the 20 targeted sites but sources familiar with the matter have stated that significant damage was inflicted on Iran’s air defense systems and ballistic missile production capabilities. Ynet reported that IRGC command facilities incurred significant damage as well.
The Saudi Elaph site reported that Israel hit an important factory used for the production of Iranian ballistic missiles. A source knowledgeable about the details claimed that Israel targeted a solid fuel production plant used to propel the ‘Khyber’ and ‘Qassem’ missiles, known for being fired towards Israel in the Iranian assault on October 1st.
The source emphasized that this factory is considered the “backbone of Iran’s missile industry” and claimed that “Israel rendered it inoperable.”
Reports indicate that four buildings at the covert military facility located in Parchin near Tehran were damaged. The facility is regarded as relatively new and advanced, and it is believed to have been used by Iran as part of its nuclear program.
According to the same source, about 20 “planetary mixers” [a key component in fuel production for ballistic missiles] were destroyed, each valued at least two million dollars. Experts familiar with Iran’s missile industry told the Saudi site that it would take at least two years to restore the factory to operation.
Channel 12 News reported that more details are expected to emerge later, but for now, it can be concluded that Iran’s air defense capabilities have been damaged to an extent that will take years to restore.
The impact on Iran’s air defense system allows the Israeli Air Force unprecedented operational freedom over Iran will facilitate further strikes in the future.
The attack also caused significant damage to Iran’s production capabilities of ground-to-ground missiles—damage that will take the regime years to recover from.
According to Channel 12, the strike in Iran is not only an act of retaliation for the attack on October 1st but also an opportunity for Israel and momentum for further attacks.
Iran has tried to downplay the reports on the scale of the attack, but footage from Iran reveals the extensive damage caused to the bases.
According to the Kan report, the attack utilized capabilities that the Israeli Air Force built over two decades – in operational, aerial, and intelligence aspects.
Dozens of fighter jets, refuelers, and intelligence planes participated in the attack, flying about 1,500 kilometers. The Air Force has conducted many long-range strike exercises in recent weeks, including flights in various formations, with refueling carried out en route to the target. According to protocol, the planes were armed with different types of munitions, some carrying bombs and others missiles for interception to secure the planes in the air and to enable air combat. Based on past experience from the Air Force’s strikes in Yemen, many squadrons participated in the attack with a variety of aircraft, each with different capabilities according to their missions.
“This is one of Israel’s most successful operations to date,” a senior Israeli official told Ynet. “All designated targets were hit and damaged. It was a show of strength that has bolstered deterrence.”
“The logic here is not just deterrence but also securing an advantage should further rounds of blows arise,” the official continued. “Iran’s ground-to-ground missile production capabilities have been disrupted for a considerable period, a significant achievement. After this operation, Iran is left weaker, with compromised defenses and diminished production capacity. We’ve created new strategic room for action while enhancing deterrence.”
(YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem)
[Ed.: IAF flying South over Red Sea:
Glilot Ramming: ‘Judge worried about terrorist’s rehabilitation process’
The terrorist had been arrested previously but released due to fears that prison would be detrimental for his mental condition.
Oct 27, 2024, 1:09 PM (GMT+2) Israel National News – According to journalist Avishai Grinzaig, the terrorist who committed the mass ramming attack at Glilot Junction today had a criminal background already, but was not sent to prison.
According to the report, he was convicted in the past of stealing a truck from the company he worked for, while staging a robbery. Four years ago, he was sentenced to nine months of community service.
“The judge was impressed by his sincere remorse and desire to rehabilitate, and expressed concern that sending him to prison behind bars would set him back from the rehabilitation process,” Grinzaig reported.
In the attack, a truck rammed a bus at a crowded stop. Initial estimates indicated as many as fifty casualties, some trapped in the bus, with various degrees of injury.
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Mass casualty terror attack near Tel Aviv as truck rams into crowded bus stop
The driver was neutralized; MDA emergency service calls for blood donations
October 27, 2024 at 05:10 AM i24NEWS – A truck driven by a Palestinian terrorist rammed into a crowded bus stop near Tel Aviv on Sunday, causing numerous casualties. Saying the incident represented a terrorist attack, authorities called it a mass casualty event and called on the public to donate blood to the MDA emergency service.
The driver was “neutralized,” reports said, meaning he was shot; it wasn’t immediately clear whether he was fatally shot or was still alive.
At least 37 people were hospitalized, including at least five seriously wounded.
HUGE UPDATE FROM ISRAEL (OCT. 26). IRAN’S DEFENCE DESTROYED! [10:37]
October 26, 2024 Israel MyChannel
Operation Days of Repentance – Details:
October 26, 2024 𝗜𝗦𝗥𝗔𝗘𝗟 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦
* Over 100 Israeli aircraft took part, Iran, dropping dozens of munitions. !!
* Air defense batteries that protected Iran’s national infrastructure in southwest Iran were attacked.
* All of Iran’s advanced Russian S-300 SAMs were destroyed, including the accompanying radar arrays. !!
* Simpler air defense batteries were also destroyed, clearing a path to Tehran for future attacks. !!
* Missile production sites which have launched hundreds of missiles into Israel in the last six months were attacked.
* The farthest target attacked was located east of Tehran, some 300 kilometers away. This means that Israel attacked over a distance of more than 2,000 km. !!
[Emphasis and red exclamation marks added]
[Ed.: So lemme get this straight. We took out the S-300 SAMs and radar systems that Russia just gave Iran in trade for discount gas, while we were also hitting Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Gaza and Judea Samaria at the same time? I guess the message is ‘DON’T F*CK WITH THE JUICE!’]
The moment his friend tells him “It’s not ‘juice’ Mahmoudi, its ‘JEWS!’
October 26, 2024 @ 4:04 pm ET Jewish Breaking News
Following Israel’s operation against Iran earlier this morning, here’s an overview of the strikes and their impact. The IDF operation, “Days of Repentance,” involved around 100 aircraft, including F-35s, F-15s, and F-16s, and was carried out in several waves across multiple strategic locations. A squadron with female combat navigators played a crucial role in bombing Iranian facilities 🇮🇱💥.
Initial strikes targeted air defense systems in Syria and Iraq to reduce interception risks. Missile debris was later found near Samarra, Iraq. The primary focus was Iran’s missile production sites, including the Bardisan Camp near Qom and the Shahriar base of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards. The secretive Parchin military base near Tehran was also struck, with reports of successful hits despite air defense attempts. Additional strikes targeted military installations in Tartus, Syria 🇸🇾.
Iran reported damage to an S-300 air defense battery and several Revolutionary Guard missile bases. Iranian state media confirmed four military personnel casualties. Although early morning explosions rattled Tehran 🌆, officials are downplaying the impact. Iran’s military confirmed the strikes came from Iraqi airspace, claiming they intercepted many incoming missiles, calling them “minimal warheads.” Radar systems across Tehran and other provinces were damaged, and Iran reserved the right to respond ⚠️.
Iranian media downplayed the scope of the Israeli attack, calling reports of 100 jets involved “lies” while claiming Israel didn’t cross Iranian airspace ✈️. Meanwhile, President Biden noted Israel’s precise targeting of military assets, avoiding nuclear and oil facilities at the US’s request. Israel confirmed all aircraft returned safely and warned any retaliation would result in an intensified response 🚨. – Bernie
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🇮🇱 SHAVUA TOV – BREAKING: Israel Launches Retaliatory Strike on Iran Targeting Military Sites
October 26, 2024 @ 11:50 am ET Jewish Breaking News – In the early hours of Saturday morning, Israel executed a long-anticipated retaliatory strike against Iran, marking one of the most significant escalations in the region in recent years. The Israeli Air Force (IAF) conducted precise strikes on strategic military targets, including facilities involved in the manufacturing and launching of drones and ballistic missiles, as well as air defense systems. 🇮🇷 Reports of powerful explosions near Tehran began circulating around 2:15 a.m. local time, with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) swiftly confirming the operation in response to ongoing Iranian attacks.
The strikes, launched over several hours and waves, hit targets across Iran, including in Tehran, Karaj, Isfahan, and Shiraz. Iran temporarily closed its airspace as the assault unfolded, showing little ability to counter the sustained attack. The operation, titled “Days of Repentance” in reference to the recent Yom Kippur holiday, demonstrated unprecedented scale, precision, and Israel’s immediate acknowledgment of responsibility for the offensive. ✈️
The first wave of attacks targeted Iranian air defense capabilities to ensure the freedom of Israeli aircraft during the operation and prepare for any potential retaliatory moves by Iran. Subsequent waves focused on sites responsible for producing and launching drones and missiles used in Iranian attacks on Israel on April 14 and October 1. While Iran claimed that its air defenses mitigated much of the damage, Israel firmly dismissed these assertions, emphasizing the success of the operation. 💥
By 6 a.m., the Israeli military announced the completion of the assault, with “all goals achieved” and all participating aircraft safely returned. The IDF stated that dozens of IAF aircraft, including fighter jets, refueling tankers, and reconnaissance planes, participated in the complex operation, targeting sites over 1,600 kilometers (1,000 miles) from Israel. The strikes have reportedly expanded the IAF’s operational freedom in Iranian airspace, giving Israel a broader range of future targets. 🎯
The IDF stressed that the attack was a direct response to “months of continuous attacks” by the Iranian regime on Israel, specifically pointing to Tehran’s actions since October 7, when Iranian-backed forces opened up multiple fronts against Israel. “Like every other sovereign nation, the State of Israel has the right and duty to defend itself,” the IDF declared, adding that Israel is fully prepared to respond to any further escalation. ⚔️
Following the strikes, the Israeli military held an assessment on potential Iranian responses, although no immediate changes were made to civilian guidelines. IDF spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari made it clear that Israel’s offensive and defensive capabilities are fully mobilized, warning that any further aggression from Iran would be met with severe consequences. “Iran has struck Israel twice, and now they have paid the price,” Hagari said. He emphasized that while Israel remains focused on its campaigns in Gaza and Lebanon, it will not hesitate to confront Iran if the regime continues to push for a broader regional conflict. 🛡️
A senior Israeli official praised the intelligence behind the operation, calling it “beyond imagination” and comparing the precision of the intel to something out of science fiction. Israel’s defense leadership, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, closely monitored the operation from IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv, underscoring the high level of coordination involved in the assault.
As Israel remains on high alert for any potential retaliation, the message from its military leadership is clear: those who threaten the State of Israel will face decisive and overwhelming force.
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The IDF Completed Strikes on Military Targets in Iran
October 26, 2024 Israel Defense Forces – A short while ago, the IDF completed precise and targeted strikes against military targets in a number of areas in Iran. Our planes have safely returned home.
The strike was conducted in response to the attacks by the Iranian regime against the State of Israel and its citizens in recent months. The retaliatory strike has been completed and the mission was fulfilled.
Based on intelligence, IAF aircraft struck missile manufacturing facilities used to produce the missiles that Iran fired at the State of Israel over the last year. These missiles posed a direct and immediate threat to the citizens of the State of Israel. Simultaneously, the IDF struck surface-to-air missile arrays and additional Iranian aerial capabilities, that were intended to restrict Israel’s aerial freedom of operation in Iran.
Iran fired hundreds of missiles directly toward the State of Israel during two attacks in April and October, and funds and directs terrorist activity through its terror proxies throughout the Middle East, in order to attack the State of Israel and its citizens.
Alongside Iran’s efforts to attack the State of Israel, Iran acts to undermine regional stability and security, and the global economy.
The IDF has a range of offensive operational capabilities, some of which were deployed today during the strikes on strategic assets deep within Iranian territory.
The State of Israel reserves the right to defend its citizens if the Iranian regime continues attacks against the State of Israel and its civilians.
The IDF is conducting ongoing situational assessments and is ready to conduct defensive and offensive action.
There is currently no change to the Home Front Defensive Guidelines. The public is asked to continue following the guidelines.
🇮🇱SOME ISRAEL-IRAN ATTACK INFO, ACCIDENTAL EARTHQUAKE – Real time from Israel
October 26, 2024 @ 12:15 pm ET ISRAEL REALTIME – Connecting to Israel in Realtime
🚨ISRAEL RETALIATORY ATTACK ON IRAN.. The IDF carried out Friday night a retaliatory operation for the ballistic missile barrage about a month ago. They destroyed factories for the production of missiles, launchers of surface-to-surface missiles and air defense systems.
.. Simultaneous attack against Iran and sites in Damascus, Syria.
.. Sites in capital Tehran and nearby city of Karaj, among others.
.. 20 military targets were struck across Iran in three waves.
.. Iran’s Fars news agency says several military bases near Tehran hit.
.. Reports of use of Israeli loitering munitions as well as jet airstrikes.
.. Air defense sirens in Tehran sounded.
.. IDF statement: “The regime in Iran and its proxies in the region have been relentlessly attacking Israel since October 7th – on seven fronts – including direct attacks from Iranian soil,” the military says. Like every other sovereign country in the world, the State of Israel has the right and the duty to respond. The reprisal strike was completed, and its objectives were achieved.”
.. IDF also targeted Iran’s surface-to-air missile arrays and Iranian aerial capabilities that were intended to restrict Israel’s aerial freedom of operation in Iran. Israel now has broader aerial freedom of operation in Iran.
.. Syrian opposition sources reported that Israeli jets attacked radar systems at “Tel al-Kalib” in southeast Suwayda (southern Syria) and the 19th battalion of Syria’s air defense in Homs, central Syria.
.. Dozens of Israeli Air Force aircraft, including fighter jets, refuelers, and spy planes, participated in the strikes some 1,600 kilometers from Israel. The aircraft safely returned to Israel following the “complex” operation.
.. RUSSIA reportedly shared intelligence & warned Iran hours before the Israeli strikes.
.. US officials now believe that Iran will retaliate for the retaliation “in a subdued way.”
.. Iran is making significant efforts to downplay the impact of the Israeli attack in their media.
♦️LEBANON – Israeli fighter jets also struck Hezbollah targets in the Lebanese capital of Beirut overnight, 8 attacks.
♦️LEBANON – IDF captures four truck-mounted rocket launchers, loaded with 160 rockets. Separately, around 130 Hezbollah launchers were struck by the Israeli Air Force in the past week.
♦️GAZA – The IDF says it has expanded the designated “humanitarian zone” in southern Gaza , where the vast majority of the Palestinian population in the Strip currently resides. The zone is where most humanitarian aid is directed, and where several field hospitals were established.
♦️GAZA – IDF attacking heavily in the north of the Gaza Strip – the echoes of the explosions can be clearly heard in many areas in the south of the country.
♦️SAMARIA, TULKARM – A Hamas operative planning an “imminent” terror attack was killed by special forces, following a firefight. He was found with weapons and bomb parts.
▪️ACCIDENTAL EARTHQUAKE.. on Shabbat morning 6:30 AM, the IDF demolished a large underground Hezbollah Radwan invasion force base in southern Lebanon using 400 tons of explosives. That huge explosion set off earthquake detectors in northern Israel, which set off Home Front Command EARTHQUAKE alarms across the northern 1/3 of Israel – sirens and alert apps going off in over 100 towns and cities. Oops.
Story and photos of the base: IDF finds huge Hezbollah base primed for invasion https://www.timesofisrael.com/under-a-lebanese-border-village-idf-finds-huge-hezbollah-base-primed-for-invasion/
⭕HEZBOLLAH ROCKET STRIKE KILLS 2, injures 13+ (some critical) in northern Israeli Druze town of Maid al-Krum.
⭕HEZBOLLAH ROCKET STRIKE injures 9 in Nahariya.
⭕DRONE FROM SYRIA intercepted in the Golan on Shabbat.
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