ZION NEWS

1. Syrians turned away from Israeli border

Some heartbreaking images just now. A group of roughly 200 displaced Syrian civilians has just marched up to the Israeli border waving white flags, in an apparent plea for Asylum. Israel has helped thousands of Syrians in similar situation in the past through either direct aid or covert help, but in this case, Israeli soldiers along the border now were apparently given direct orders to turn the group away.

1. Trump and Putin put Israel center stage

U.S. President Donald Trump has just met with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Helsinki summit. While Trump’s apparent endorsement of Putin at this summit is drawing some major flack back at home, there is someone who presumably comes out on top here: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. In fact, Israeli security was at the forefront of the Trump-Putin statements to the press.

1. Trump and Putin put Israel center stage

Ben-Dror Yemini, Israeli Journalist & Author of ‘Industry of Lies’ speaking at ILTV Studio about the Helsinki summit and how many are curious about how Prime Minister Netanyahu managed to get two of the biggest world leaders to put Israel's needs front and center.

1. Israel closes Gaza border crossing again

Yesterday evening, Palestinian terrorists broke the terms of Sunday’s ceasefire deal by firing a rocket into Israeli territory. No damage or casualties have been reported in that rocket attack but the I-D-F has responded to the mere gesture by shuttering the Kerem Shalom border crossing with Gaza.
5. ‘Anti-IDF’ groups banned from schools
The Knesset has just passed a new amendment to the education act into law. The new legislation now allows the state to ban groups that are critical of the I-D-F from even entering school grounds. Education Minister Naftali Bennett, who co-sponsored this amendment, praises this development

1. Natalie Portman pleas for P.E.T.A.
   Oscar-Winning Israeli-American actress Natalie Portman has just appeared in a promotional spot for the animal rights group, Peta. The video advocates for animal rights by honoring the legacy of the late Jewish author, Isaac Bashevis singer, who won the Nobel Prize for literature in 1978. Portman recounts how singer, whose life and work advocated for animal rights even invoked the Holocaust in one of his novels, to argue for better ethical treatment for animals.
2. New Ramon airport welcomes first flight

We’re still at least another 8 months away from the opening of Israel’s new airport near Eilat, but the facility is already bracing to receive a flood of global tourists and ultimately transform the southern city of Eilat into a new resort mecca. The airport’s just completed its very first trial run: the landing of its inaugural commercial flight, which was greeted with cheers and celebration yesterday on the runway.

1. Insure the fields in emerging markets
   Simon Schwall, Co-Founder & CEO Of OKO speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company called "OKO" that is trying to give farmers some kind of safety net for uninsured farmers worldwide.
2. Israel leads charge for personalized medicine
   For some, waking up in the morning and swallowing a buffet worth of medications may be a necessity, but it may not be that way for long and you might not have to deal with all those terrible side effects, either. How is it possible? Thanks to Israeli researcher, medicine is about to be really personalized.
3. ‘Cannabis is king’
   Thanks to recent decriminalization efforts from the government, Israel stands on the forefront of the medical cannabis industry. Using medical cannabis, scientists here have developed incredible treatments for a range of diseases including Alzheimer’s, m-s and cancer. An Israeli cannabis firm is now about to go global by setting up a medical cannabis farm in Uganda, using seeds from the Netherlands.
   11. 7 year-old Israeli wins European chess title
   Israel’s latest world-renowned, title-slaying athlete just bested 300 players from all over Europe and she’s still in grade school. Seven year-old Liel Levi-tan has been declared the winner in her age group at the 2018 European school chess championship. A ten-day tourney of the most intense child chess you’ll ever see but make no mistake: they may be small, but these kids take their game very seriously.
   12. Hebrew word Of The Day: ZCHUT | זכות = RIGHT/PREROGATIVE

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "Zchut" which means "prerogative"

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Syrians turned away from Israeli border

Some heartbreaking images just now. A group of roughly 200 displaced Syrian civilians has just marched up to the Israeli border waving white flags, in an apparent plea for Asylum. Israel has helped thousands of Syrians in similar situation in the past through either direct aid or covert help, but in this case, Israeli soldiers along the border now were apparently given direct orders to turn the group away.

Trump and Putin put Israel center stage

U.S. President Donald Trump has just met with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Helsinki summit. While Trump’s apparent endorsement of Putin at this summit is drawing some major flack back at home, there is someone who presumably comes out on top here: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. In fact, Israeli security was at the forefront of the Trump-Putin statements to the press.

Trump and Putin put Israel center stage

Ben-Dror Yemini, Israeli Journalist & Author of ‘Industry of Lies’ speaking at ILTV Studio about the Helsinki summit and how many are curious about how Prime Minister Netanyahu managed to get two of the biggest world leaders to put Israel's needs front and center.

Israel closes Gaza border crossing again

Yesterday evening, Palestinian terrorists broke the terms of Sunday’s ceasefire deal by firing a rocket into Israeli territory. No damage or casualties have been reported in that rocket attack but the I-D-F has responded to the mere gesture by shuttering the Kerem Shalom border crossing with Gaza.

5. ‘Anti-IDF’ groups banned from schools

The Knesset has just passed a new amendment to the education act into law. The new legislation now allows the state to ban groups that are critical of the I-D-F from even entering school grounds. Education Minister Naftali Bennett, who co-sponsored this amendment, praises this development

Natalie Portman pleas for P.E.T.A.

Oscar-Winning Israeli-American actress Natalie Portman has just appeared in a promotional spot for the animal rights group, Peta. The video advocates for animal rights by honoring the legacy of the late Jewish author, Isaac Bashevis singer, who won the Nobel Prize for literature in 1978. Portman recounts how singer, whose life and work advocated for animal rights even invoked the Holocaust in one of his novels, to argue for better ethical treatment for animals.

New Ramon airport welcomes first flight

We’re still at least another 8 months away from the opening of Israel’s new airport near Eilat, but the facility is already bracing to receive a flood of global tourists and ultimately transform the southern city of Eilat into a new resort mecca. The airport’s just completed its very first trial run: the landing of its inaugural commercial flight, which was greeted with cheers and celebration yesterday on the runway.

Insure the fields in emerging markets

Simon Schwall, Co-Founder & CEO Of OKO speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company called "OKO" that is trying to give farmers some kind of safety net for uninsured farmers worldwide.

Israel leads charge for personalized medicine

For some, waking up in the morning and swallowing a buffet worth of medications may be a necessity, but it may not be that way for long and you might not have to deal with all those terrible side effects, either. How is it possible? Thanks to Israeli researcher, medicine is about to be really personalized.

‘Cannabis is king’

Thanks to recent decriminalization efforts from the government, Israel stands on the forefront of the medical cannabis industry. Using medical cannabis, scientists here have developed incredible treatments for a range of diseases including Alzheimer’s, m-s and cancer. An Israeli cannabis firm is now about to go global by setting up a medical cannabis farm in Uganda, using seeds from the Netherlands.

11. 7 year-old Israeli wins European chess title

Israel’s latest world-renowned, title-slaying athlete just bested 300 players from all over Europe and she’s still in grade school. Seven year-old Liel Levi-tan has been declared the winner in her age group at the 2018 European school chess championship. A ten-day tourney of the most intense child chess you’ll ever see but make no mistake: they may be small, but these kids take their game very seriously.

12. Hebrew word Of The Day: ZCHUT | זכות = RIGHT/PREROGATIVE

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "Zchut" which means "prerogative"

Hungarian P.M. arrives in Israel

For the first time ever, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban will be arriving in Israel for an official state visit. Ties with the somewhat isolated nation of Hungary have been warming considerably over the last year but while some hail this as another impressive accomplishment of Prime Minister Netanyahu, others are distressed to see Israel welcoming a foreign leader whose platform is littered with traces of Anti-Semitism and Nazi approval.

2. Israel warming up to the Visegrad

Davidi Hermelin, President Of The Int’l Center For Public Diplomacy In Israel speaking at ILTV Studio about the relations between Israel and Visegrad countries.

‘Sorry-not-sorry’ to burst your balloon

We’ve just learned that Hamas is allegedly working to halt the deadly incendiary kite and balloon attacks coming out of the Gaza strip. This report comes on the heels of the some of the most turbulent days in recent memory between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza, tensions that are threatening to spiral into war.

Israeli army readies for war with Hamas

Speaking of the ceasefire, Israel’s lack of faith in Hamas is most apparent in that the IDF has just ordered a massive military drill to prepare for a war in Gaza should the incendiary balloons and kites continue.

5. Government removes high court from West Bank

With the summer recess fast approaching, the Knesset is pushing new bills at a record-pace. But this newest law may be perhaps one of the biggest so far. The Knesset has just approved legislation that officially revokes the high court’s jurisdiction over the West Bank and more specifically, over land disputes between Jews and Palestinians in the West Bank.

P.M. withdraws ‘Facebook bill’

Mere hours before the final vote was set to begin, the Prime Minister himself interceded to withdraw the Knesset’s so-called ‘Facebook bill’ from the day’s schedule. This proposal was originally designed to block content from social media but the text of the bill, which essentially applied to any website or news site, was apparently nixed when Netanyahu realized just how far-reaching the law would be.

Netanyahu reverses support of same-sex surrogacy

The Knesset’s bill concerning pregnancies by way of surrogacies has seen quite the back and forth over the last few days. The text was widely criticized for excluding surrogacy rights to same-sex partners while at the same time, extending those rights to single women. On Sunday Prime Minister Netanyahu himself sided with the LGBTQ+ community and demanded the bill be rewritten but today, he has just voted against surrogacy rights for same-sex couples.

8. Hungarians caught stealing from Auschwitz

Two Hungarian tourists have just been busted for trying to steal artifacts from Auschwitz, the infamous Nazi death camp. The tourists were presumably visiting the site on either a vacation or an educational trip. Which is when they decided to steal several bricks from the Auschwitz grounds and smuggle them out with their bag.

9. Pregnant women shall wait no longer

Step aside, because the next time you’re in a line in Israel, a pregnant woman may just cut in front of you because the Knesset just passed a new bill that will let them jump in line. The idea is that expecting mothers can now avoid waiting for any extended periods of time and the list of places they can cut lines in is sure to bring a smile to their faces.

All-female orthodox ambulance corp. gets film

Hatzalah, the well-known E-M-S corp in New York City, might have to make room for some competition at least when it comes to caring for female patients in need. 93 queens, a documentary detailing a group of women from borough park called Ezras Nashim, which translates to helping women, shows how they are contributing to help for  Jewish orthodox women in emergency situations.

Who needs a jewelry store?

Have you ever wanted to order jewelry online and you got it in the mail and it just wasn’t what you thought? The size wasn’t right or it doesn’t look the way you wanted? Well ILTV’S Emanuelle Kadosh is here to tell us all about the startup that will fix this problem by molding artificial reality with jewelry!

Hebrew word Of The Day: L’HAGIYA | לְהַגִיעַ = TO ARRIVE

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "L'hagiya" which means "to arrive"

Syrians turned away from Israeli border

Some heartbreaking images just now. A group of roughly 200 displaced Syrian civilians has just marched up to the Israeli border waving white flags, in an apparent plea for Asylum. Israel has helped thousands of Syrians in similar situation in the past through either direct aid or covert help, but in this case, Israeli soldiers along the border now were apparently given direct orders to turn the group away.

Trump and Putin put Israel center stage

U.S. President Donald Trump has just met with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Helsinki summit. While Trump’s apparent endorsement of Putin at this summit is drawing some major flack back at home, there is someone who presumably comes out on top here: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. In fact, Israeli security was at the forefront of the Trump-Putin statements to the press.

Trump and Putin put Israel center stage

Ben-Dror Yemini, Israeli Journalist & Author of ‘Industry of Lies’ speaking at ILTV Studio about the Helsinki summit and how many are curious about how Prime Minister Netanyahu managed to get two of the biggest world leaders to put Israel's needs front and center.

Israel closes Gaza border crossing again

Yesterday evening, Palestinian terrorists broke the terms of Sunday’s ceasefire deal by firing a rocket into Israeli territory. No damage or casualties have been reported in that rocket attack but the I-D-F has responded to the mere gesture by shuttering the Kerem Shalom border crossing with Gaza.

5. ‘Anti-IDF’ groups banned from schools

The Knesset has just passed a new amendment to the education act into law. The new legislation now allows the state to ban groups that are critical of the I-D-F from even entering school grounds. Education Minister Naftali Bennett, who co-sponsored this amendment, praises this development

Natalie Portman pleas for P.E.T.A.

Oscar-Winning Israeli-American actress Natalie Portman has just appeared in a promotional spot for the animal rights group, Peta. The video advocates for animal rights by honoring the legacy of the late Jewish author, Isaac Bashevis singer, who won the Nobel Prize for literature in 1978. Portman recounts how singer, whose life and work advocated for animal rights even invoked the Holocaust in one of his novels, to argue for better ethical treatment for animals.

New Ramon airport welcomes first flight

We’re still at least another 8 months away from the opening of Israel’s new airport near Eilat, but the facility is already bracing to receive a flood of global tourists and ultimately transform the southern city of Eilat into a new resort mecca. The airport’s just completed its very first trial run: the landing of its inaugural commercial flight, which was greeted with cheers and celebration yesterday on the runway.

Insure the fields in emerging markets

Simon Schwall, Co-Founder & CEO Of OKO speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company called "OKO" that is trying to give farmers some kind of safety net for uninsured farmers worldwide.

Israel leads charge for personalized medicine

For some, waking up in the morning and swallowing a buffet worth of medications may be a necessity, but it may not be that way for long and you might not have to deal with all those terrible side effects, either. How is it possible? Thanks to Israeli researcher, medicine is about to be really personalized.

‘Cannabis is king’

Thanks to recent decriminalization efforts from the government, Israel stands on the forefront of the medical cannabis industry. Using medical cannabis, scientists here have developed incredible treatments for a range of diseases including Alzheimer’s, m-s and cancer. An Israeli cannabis firm is now about to go global by setting up a medical cannabis farm in Uganda, using seeds from the Netherlands.

11. 7 year-old Israeli wins European chess title

Israel’s latest world-renowned, title-slaying athlete just bested 300 players from all over Europe and she’s still in grade school. Seven year-old Liel Levi-tan has been declared the winner in her age group at the 2018 European school chess championship. A ten-day tourney of the most intense child chess you’ll ever see but make no mistake: they may be small, but these kids take their game very seriously.

12. Hebrew word Of The Day: ZCHUT | זכות = RIGHT/PREROGATIVE

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "Zchut" which means "prerogative"

1. Israel accused of airstrikes in Syria

Late last night, a Syrian military base in Aleppo was pummeled by a round of airstrikes. Israel is widely believed to be behind the attack, though as per policy, the army has offered no comment on the matter. Anywhere from 9 to 22 pro-regime fighters have been reported killed in the blast. This base is also heavily linked with Iranian proxy forces, which may explain the site’s significance as a target to the I-D-F.

1. I.D.F. expands Iron Dome

The I-D-F has just sent a very clear message to Hamas that the country is prepared for war if need be. Additional iron dome batteries have just been deployed to Tel Aviv, as well as regions of southern Israel. The army has also summoned reservists from the air defense corps to man the effort. Though this is all precautionary, the mere gesture is a demonstration of Israel’s readiness for war in any situation.

1. Leah Goldin: ‘we’ve been abandoned’

Dr. Mordechai Kedar, Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies, Bar Ilan University speaking at ILTV Studio about the mother of captured body, Leah Goldin, is again accusing the government of dragging its feet in return her son.

1. Government files for delay on Haredi draft bill

With the clock ticking to pass new legislation concerning Ultra-Orthodox enlistment in the I-D-F, the state is now seeking an extension on their deadline. Last year the high court's struck down the existing law which exempted Haredi men from conscription into the army. The courts gave Netanyahu’s government until September to pass a new law.

1. Details emerge from Iran’s nuclear archive
   Earlier this year, Prime Minister Netanyahu stunned the world by revealing possibly the greatest Mossad heist in Israeli history on primetime T-V. The reveal was followed by U.S. President Donald trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the JCPOA Iran ‘nuclear deal’ and now American journalists have just gotten their first look at what’s inside these files.
2. Knesset eyes new Facebook law
   The Knesset has just green-lit a new bill designed to counter incitements for terror on the internet. If passed, this law would give the government extraordinary new powers to block content from social media pages like twitter and Facebook as well as private blogs and news websites.
3. Life Insurance made easier
   Yaacov Goldenhersh, Founder & CEO of List speaking at ILTV Studio about investing in life settlements with new Israeli 'list' marketplace.
4. ‘Don’t stop Tefillin’
   Imagine if Uber started delivering Tefillin or Jewish phylacteries right to your door. Well, this latest find on the app store might be the closest thing. A Brooklyn Chabadnik is now raising eyebrows at Chabad’s headquarters with his new Tefillin connection app called Wrapp.
5. Gerard Butler comes to town

So for those who don’t know or haven’t seen his face plastered all over your social media accounts - the Scottish actor - Gerard Butler touched down in Tel Aviv last week and he has the city going nuts and ILTV’S Emanuelle Kadosh has more.

1. Meet ‘Erran Morad’
   Showtime has just premiered the new comedy series ‘Who is America’ from Jewish comedian Sacha Baron Cohen. The Oscar-nominated funnyman is the mind behind ‘Borat’, ‘Bruno’ and ‘the ali g’, well this time he’s setting his sights on modern-day America and the first episode introduces audiences to his latest unforgettable alter-ego, ‘colonel Erran Morad’, a self-proclaimed Israeli ‘anti-terror expert’.
2. Hebrew word Of The Day: L’CHABER | לְחַבֵּר = TO CONNECT

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "L''chaber" which means "to connect"

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel accused of airstrikes in Syria

Late last night, a Syrian military base in Aleppo was pummeled by a round of airstrikes. Israel is widely believed to be behind the attack, though as per policy, the army has offered no comment on the matter. Anywhere from 9 to 22 pro-regime fighters have been reported killed in the blast. This base is also heavily linked with Iranian proxy forces, which may explain the site’s significance as a target to the I-D-F.

I.D.F. expands Iron Dome

The I-D-F has just sent a very clear message to Hamas that the country is prepared for war if need be. Additional iron dome batteries have just been deployed to Tel Aviv, as well as regions of southern Israel. The army has also summoned reservists from the air defense corps to man the effort. Though this is all precautionary, the mere gesture is a demonstration of Israel’s readiness for war in any situation.

Leah Goldin: ‘we’ve been abandoned’

Dr. Mordechai Kedar, Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies, Bar Ilan University speaking at ILTV Studio about the mother of captured body, Leah Goldin, is again accusing the government of dragging its feet in return her son.

Government files for delay on Haredi draft bill

With the clock ticking to pass new legislation concerning Ultra-Orthodox enlistment in the I-D-F, the state is now seeking an extension on their deadline. Last year the high court's struck down the existing law which exempted Haredi men from conscription into the army. The courts gave Netanyahu’s government until September to pass a new law.

Details emerge from Iran’s nuclear archive

Earlier this year, Prime Minister Netanyahu stunned the world by revealing possibly the greatest Mossad heist in Israeli history on primetime T-V. The reveal was followed by U.S. President Donald trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the JCPOA Iran ‘nuclear deal’ and now American journalists have just gotten their first look at what’s inside these files.

Knesset eyes new Facebook law

The Knesset has just green-lit a new bill designed to counter incitements for terror on the internet. If passed, this law would give the government extraordinary new powers to block content from social media pages like twitter and Facebook as well as private blogs and news websites.

Life Insurance made easier

Yaacov Goldenhersh, Founder & CEO of List speaking at ILTV Studio about investing in life settlements with new Israeli 'list' marketplace.

‘Don’t stop Tefillin’

Imagine if Uber started delivering Tefillin or Jewish phylacteries right to your door. Well, this latest find on the app store might be the closest thing. A Brooklyn Chabadnik is now raising eyebrows at Chabad’s headquarters with his new Tefillin connection app called Wrapp.

Gerard Butler comes to town

So for those who don’t know or haven’t seen his face plastered all over your social media accounts - the Scottish actor - Gerard Butler touched down in Tel Aviv last week and he has the city going nuts and ILTV’S Emanuelle Kadosh has more.

Meet ‘Erran Morad’

Showtime has just premiered the new comedy series ‘Who is America’ from Jewish comedian Sacha Baron Cohen. The Oscar-nominated funnyman is the mind behind ‘Borat’, ‘Bruno’ and ‘the ali g’, well this time he’s setting his sights on modern-day America and the first episode introduces audiences to his latest unforgettable alter-ego, ‘colonel Erran Morad’, a self-proclaimed Israeli ‘anti-terror expert’.

Hebrew word Of The Day: L’CHABER | לְחַבֵּר = TO CONNECT

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "L''chaber" which means "to connect"

1. Ceasefire deal holding, for now

After a devastating weekend of violence, a ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian factions in the Gaza strip finally appears to be holding. Egypt reportedly stepped in to mediate an emergency deal, following the worst flare-up between I-D-F forces and terror cells in the strip since the 2014 war ‘operation protective edge’. In the last 48 hours, terrorists have hurled some 174 rockets into Israeli territory.

1. Ceasefire deal holding, for now

Dr. Col. (Ret.) Reuven Berko, Middle East Expert speaking at ILTV Studio about Egypt stepping in to mediate worst flare up between Israel and Gaza since 2014.
3. Kidnapped child returned home

The story of 7 year-old Karim Jum-Hour, who was kidnapped late last week for still-unknown reasons has reached a happy conclusion. Little Karim has finally been returned home to his family after 3 days in captivity. We’re happy to report that the child is safe and sound though as of now, his abductors still remain at large.

1. Thousands protest surrogacy bill

Thousands of Israelis have taken to the streets to protest the government’s incoming bill concerning pregnancies by way of surrogacies. Last week the bill was amended to legally allow single women to carry a child by a third-party surrogate. But in a controversial move, an amendment granting that same right to same-sex couples was struck down almost overwhelmingly.

1. Kashrut laws change
   Keeping Kosher outside the home just got a bit trickier for Jews across Israel and the United States following two major changes to kosher law and certifications. ILTV’S Aaron Poris has more on the story.
   6. Mind over matter
   Ask any doctor and they’ll tell you that one of the leading stressors on any medical condition is, well, stress! But what about the inverse? What about the idea that joy or happiness might actually help certain types of conditions? Well some new Israeli research is suggesting precisely that. According to the study, positive emotions and good vibes may even help fight cancer and diminish tumors by as much as fifty percent.
2. Israeli startups exit with major profits
   By now it’s pretty well-known that Israeli startups make bank. We’re halfway through the year, and Israeli firms have already totaled more than six billion dollars in exit sales. While that is certainly a huge figure, there may be a bit of trouble on the horizon. It turns out the overall number of start-ups that successfully manage to sell is slowly but surely decreasing as time goes on.
   8. Cut out the middlemen in your mortgage
   Itai Cohen, Co-Founder & CEO Of Stremx speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company 'Strem-x' that has just cracked the code to using block chain for the home mortgage process.
3. Israeli scientist named to U.N. panel
   One of Israel’s most cutting-edge minds is Doctor Kira Radinsky. Hailed as a sort of digital prophet, doctor Radinsky was named one of M-I-T’s ‘35 under 35’ for her incredible algorithm which predicts the future based on past trends in history. Well this impressive innovator will now be expanding her work to help the whole world. The doctor’s just been recruited by a United Nations panel designed to help protect our digital future.
   10. Weapons of the future
   Some of Israel’s most revolutionary development occurs in the military sector and today’s news is no exception. The makers of the ‘iron dome’ have just completed upgrades on the ‘gil-two’ anti-tank missile. Now capable of breaking through nearly 8 inches of reinforced concrete, the ‘gil-two’ is being shipped to armies all over the world starting right in Israel.
   11. Messi may return to Israel
   Israelis across the country were pretty bummed when a friendly match with Argentina’s national soccer team fell apart a couple months back. That’s mostly because they wanted to catch a glimpse of world-renowned superstar Lionel Messi in action. Well it looks like that dream may be coming true after all! Talks are reportedly now underway for a match between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.
4. Hebrew word Of The Day: L’HARHER | לְהַרהֵר = TO MEDITATE

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "L'harher" which means "To mediate "

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ceasefire deal holding, for now

After a devastating weekend of violence, a ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian factions in the Gaza strip finally appears to be holding. Egypt reportedly stepped in to mediate an emergency deal, following the worst flare-up between I-D-F forces and terror cells in the strip since the 2014 war ‘operation protective edge’. In the last 48 hours, terrorists have hurled some 174 rockets into Israeli territory.

Ceasefire deal holding, for now

Dr. Col. (Ret.) Reuven Berko, Middle East Expert speaking at ILTV Studio about Egypt stepping in to mediate worst flare up between Israel and Gaza since 2014.

3. Kidnapped child returned home

The story of 7 year-old Karim Jum-Hour, who was kidnapped late last week for still-unknown reasons has reached a happy conclusion. Little Karim has finally been returned home to his family after 3 days in captivity. We’re happy to report that the child is safe and sound though as of now, his abductors still remain at large.

Thousands protest surrogacy bill

Thousands of Israelis have taken to the streets to protest the government’s incoming bill concerning pregnancies by way of surrogacies. Last week the bill was amended to legally allow single women to carry a child by a third-party surrogate. But in a controversial move, an amendment granting that same right to same-sex couples was struck down almost overwhelmingly.

Kashrut laws change

Keeping Kosher outside the home just got a bit trickier for Jews across Israel and the United States following two major changes to kosher law and certifications. ILTV’S Aaron Poris has more on the story.

6. Mind over matter

Ask any doctor and they’ll tell you that one of the leading stressors on any medical condition is, well, stress! But what about the inverse? What about the idea that joy or happiness might actually help certain types of conditions? Well some new Israeli research is suggesting precisely that. According to the study, positive emotions and good vibes may even help fight cancer and diminish tumors by as much as fifty percent.

Israeli startups exit with major profits

By now it’s pretty well-known that Israeli startups make bank. We’re halfway through the year, and Israeli firms have already totaled more than six billion dollars in exit sales. While that is certainly a huge figure, there may be a bit of trouble on the horizon. It turns out the overall number of start-ups that successfully manage to sell is slowly but surely decreasing as time goes on.

8. Cut out the middlemen in your mortgage

Itai Cohen, Co-Founder & CEO Of Stremx speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company 'Strem-x' that has just cracked the code to using block chain for the home mortgage process.

Israeli scientist named to U.N. panel

One of Israel’s most cutting-edge minds is Doctor Kira Radinsky. Hailed as a sort of digital prophet, doctor Radinsky was named one of M-I-T’s ‘35 under 35’ for her incredible algorithm which predicts the future based on past trends in history. Well this impressive innovator will now be expanding her work to help the whole world. The doctor’s just been recruited by a United Nations panel designed to help protect our digital future.

10. Weapons of the future

Some of Israel’s most revolutionary development occurs in the military sector and today’s news is no exception. The makers of the ‘iron dome’ have just completed upgrades on the ‘gil-two’ anti-tank missile. Now capable of breaking through nearly 8 inches of reinforced concrete, the ‘gil-two’ is being shipped to armies all over the world starting right in Israel.

11. Messi may return to Israel

Israelis across the country were pretty bummed when a friendly match with Argentina’s national soccer team fell apart a couple months back. That’s mostly because they wanted to catch a glimpse of world-renowned superstar Lionel Messi in action. Well it looks like that dream may be coming true after all! Talks are reportedly now underway for a match between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.

Hebrew word Of The Day: L’HARHER | לְהַרהֵר = TO MEDITATE

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "L'harher" which means "To mediate "

Israel accused of airstrikes in Syria

Late last night, a Syrian military base in Aleppo was pummeled by a round of airstrikes. Israel is widely believed to be behind the attack, though as per policy, the army has offered no comment on the matter. Anywhere from 9 to 22 pro-regime fighters have been reported killed in the blast. This base is also heavily linked with Iranian proxy forces, which may explain the site’s significance as a target to the I-D-F.

I.D.F. expands Iron Dome

The I-D-F has just sent a very clear message to Hamas that the country is prepared for war if need be. Additional iron dome batteries have just been deployed to Tel Aviv, as well as regions of southern Israel. The army has also summoned reservists from the air defense corps to man the effort. Though this is all precautionary, the mere gesture is a demonstration of Israel’s readiness for war in any situation.

Leah Goldin: ‘we’ve been abandoned’

Dr. Mordechai Kedar, Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies, Bar Ilan University speaking at ILTV Studio about the mother of captured body, Leah Goldin, is again accusing the government of dragging its feet in return her son.

Government files for delay on Haredi draft bill

With the clock ticking to pass new legislation concerning Ultra-Orthodox enlistment in the I-D-F, the state is now seeking an extension on their deadline. Last year the high court's struck down the existing law which exempted Haredi men from conscription into the army. The courts gave Netanyahu’s government until September to pass a new law.

Details emerge from Iran’s nuclear archive

Earlier this year, Prime Minister Netanyahu stunned the world by revealing possibly the greatest Mossad heist in Israeli history on primetime T-V. The reveal was followed by U.S. President Donald trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the JCPOA Iran ‘nuclear deal’ and now American journalists have just gotten their first look at what’s inside these files.

Knesset eyes new Facebook law

The Knesset has just green-lit a new bill designed to counter incitements for terror on the internet. If passed, this law would give the government extraordinary new powers to block content from social media pages like twitter and Facebook as well as private blogs and news websites.

Life Insurance made easier

Yaacov Goldenhersh, Founder & CEO of List speaking at ILTV Studio about investing in life settlements with new Israeli 'list' marketplace.

‘Don’t stop Tefillin’

Imagine if Uber started delivering Tefillin or Jewish phylacteries right to your door. Well, this latest find on the app store might be the closest thing. A Brooklyn Chabadnik is now raising eyebrows at Chabad’s headquarters with his new Tefillin connection app called Wrapp.

Gerard Butler comes to town

So for those who don’t know or haven’t seen his face plastered all over your social media accounts - the Scottish actor - Gerard Butler touched down in Tel Aviv last week and he has the city going nuts and ILTV’S Emanuelle Kadosh has more.

Meet ‘Erran Morad’

Showtime has just premiered the new comedy series ‘Who is America’ from Jewish comedian Sacha Baron Cohen. The Oscar-nominated funnyman is the mind behind ‘Borat’, ‘Bruno’ and ‘the ali g’, well this time he’s setting his sights on modern-day America and the first episode introduces audiences to his latest unforgettable alter-ego, ‘colonel Erran Morad’, a self-proclaimed Israeli ‘anti-terror expert’.

Hebrew word Of The Day: L’CHABER | לְחַבֵּר = TO CONNECT

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "L''chaber" which means "to connect"

Ceasefire deal holding, for now

After a devastating weekend of violence, a ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian factions in the Gaza strip finally appears to be holding. Egypt reportedly stepped in to mediate an emergency deal, following the worst flare-up between I-D-F forces and terror cells in the strip since the 2014 war ‘operation protective edge’. In the last 48 hours, terrorists have hurled some 174 rockets into Israeli territory.

Ceasefire deal holding, for now

Dr. Col. (Ret.) Reuven Berko, Middle East Expert speaking at ILTV Studio about Egypt stepping in to mediate worst flare up between Israel and Gaza since 2014.

3. Kidnapped child returned home

The story of 7 year-old Karim Jum-Hour, who was kidnapped late last week for still-unknown reasons has reached a happy conclusion. Little Karim has finally been returned home to his family after 3 days in captivity. We’re happy to report that the child is safe and sound though as of now, his abductors still remain at large.

Thousands protest surrogacy bill

Thousands of Israelis have taken to the streets to protest the government’s incoming bill concerning pregnancies by way of surrogacies. Last week the bill was amended to legally allow single women to carry a child by a third-party surrogate. But in a controversial move, an amendment granting that same right to same-sex couples was struck down almost overwhelmingly.

Kashrut laws change

Keeping Kosher outside the home just got a bit trickier for Jews across Israel and the United States following two major changes to kosher law and certifications. ILTV’S Aaron Poris has more on the story.

6. Mind over matter

Ask any doctor and they’ll tell you that one of the leading stressors on any medical condition is, well, stress! But what about the inverse? What about the idea that joy or happiness might actually help certain types of conditions? Well some new Israeli research is suggesting precisely that. According to the study, positive emotions and good vibes may even help fight cancer and diminish tumors by as much as fifty percent.

Israeli startups exit with major profits

By now it’s pretty well-known that Israeli startups make bank. We’re halfway through the year, and Israeli firms have already totaled more than six billion dollars in exit sales. While that is certainly a huge figure, there may be a bit of trouble on the horizon. It turns out the overall number of start-ups that successfully manage to sell is slowly but surely decreasing as time goes on.

8. Cut out the middlemen in your mortgage

Itai Cohen, Co-Founder & CEO Of Stremx speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company 'Strem-x' that has just cracked the code to using block chain for the home mortgage process.

Israeli scientist named to U.N. panel

One of Israel’s most cutting-edge minds is Doctor Kira Radinsky. Hailed as a sort of digital prophet, doctor Radinsky was named one of M-I-T’s ‘35 under 35’ for her incredible algorithm which predicts the future based on past trends in history. Well this impressive innovator will now be expanding her work to help the whole world. The doctor’s just been recruited by a United Nations panel designed to help protect our digital future.

10. Weapons of the future

Some of Israel’s most revolutionary development occurs in the military sector and today’s news is no exception. The makers of the ‘iron dome’ have just completed upgrades on the ‘gil-two’ anti-tank missile. Now capable of breaking through nearly 8 inches of reinforced concrete, the ‘gil-two’ is being shipped to armies all over the world starting right in Israel.

11. Messi may return to Israel

Israelis across the country were pretty bummed when a friendly match with Argentina’s national soccer team fell apart a couple months back. That’s mostly because they wanted to catch a glimpse of world-renowned superstar Lionel Messi in action. Well it looks like that dream may be coming true after all! Talks are reportedly now underway for a match between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.

Hebrew word Of The Day: L’HARHER | לְהַרהֵר = TO MEDITATE

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "L'harher" which means "To mediate "