ZION NEWS

1. Are things heading for a showdown in Syria?
   Syria’s representative at the U.N. has officially denied using deadly chemical weapons against its citizens last Saturday, a claim that Russia’s U.N. Ambassador has just backed up and just now Russia is summoning Israel’s envoy to Moscow to discuss yesterday’s airstrikes against an Iranian base in Syria.
2. Are things heading for a showdown in Syria?
   Dr. Martin Sherman, Founder & Executive Director of the IISS speaking at ILTV Studio about the situation in Syria, and more on how an offensive front in Syria will affect Israel.
   3. Hamas to keep rioting ‘until all Palestine is won’
   Violent demonstrations along the Gaza border are continuing and now a video appearing to show I.D.F. soldiers cheering for the sniper-killing of a Palestinian protester has just surfaced.
3. Honduras withdraws from Independence Day event
   The controversy surrounding Israel’s upcoming Independence Day party has just caused a major loss.  The President of Honduras was originally set to make history as the first-ever foreign leader to join the annual torch-lighting ceremony in Jerusalem, but President Hernandez has just informed the Foreign Ministry that he officially won’t be coming.
4. Make every event extraordinary
   Karen Tsafrir, Founder Of Live Productions & Event Producer speaking at ILTV Studio about how to make sure your party goes on right with fabulous entertainment and stunning customized décor.
   6. Even for supermodels, the tax-man never rests
   Israeli superstar Bar Refaeli is known to the world for all kinds of reasons, she was Oscar-winner Leo Di-Caprio’s longtime squeeze, she’s the face of countless fashion campaigns all over the world, she’s even a big-time entrepreneur herself! But here in Israel, Rafaeli has another category on her resume, “suspected tax evasion.”
5. Israeli Tech eyes the future
   Hundreds of millions of people deal with some form of visual impairment all over the world. Sometimes all it takes to solve the issue are glasses or contact lenses, but other times more drastic measures are needed like surgery or implants and a new Israeli procedure is aiming to fix all kinds of vision problems with simple eye drops!
   8. Israel heads to the races!
   Looks like Israel is heading off to the races! After literally decades of work, the country is finally about to cut the Ribbon, and open its very first regulation-size track for formula-three racing. The racetrack is merely the first phase of an entire “Motor City”, one that aims to bring Israel to the forefront of auto racing.
6. Israeli Intel helps solve the great potato famine
   When the great Irish potato famine took place in the mid-1800s, it claimed nearly a million lives. An old fashioned Israeli intel has helped a high school student in New York map out a potential epidemic of that virus and win one of the biggest science fairs ever.
   10. All together now
   ‘Koolulam’ is a social initiative that brings together total strangers from all corners of Israeli society and assembles them for a massive, group sing-along and in honor of Holocaust Memorial Day, ‘Koolulam’ , they’ve just joined nearly six hundred Holocaust survivors and their families together to sing an incredibly moving rendition of “chai” the Hebrew word for: “Live"
   11. Hebrew word Of The Day: : TAPU’ACH ADAMA | תפוח אדמה = POTATO

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "Tapu'ach adama" which means "potato"

1. The Weather Forecast

Tonight should be cloudy with a chance of passing showers and a low of fifty-seven, or fourteen degrees Celsius. Tomorrow you can expect a rise in temperatures to a high of about seventy-one, or twenty-two degrees Celsius. But in the morning there will still be a small chance for rain.  

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Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "Tapu'ach adama" which means "potato"

Tonight should be cloudy with a chance of passing showers and a low of fifty-seven, or fourteen degrees Celsius. Tomorrow you can expect a rise in temperatures to a high of about seventy-one, or twenty-two degrees Celsius. But in the morning there will still be a small chance for rain.  

1. Israel accused of attacking base in Syria
   An Iranian base in Syria, known as the “T-Four”, has just been hit with deadly airstrikes killing fourteen people. Iranian nationals have been confirmed among the dead, American forces were initially blamed for the attack but in a shocking twist, Russian military now says Israeli jets conducted the airstrikes.
   2. Israel accused of attacking base in Syria
   Brig. Gen. (ret.) Shlomo Brom, Sr. Research Associate at the I.N.S.S. And brig. Gen. (Ret.) Ram Shmueli, Former Head of Israeli Air Force Intelligence speaking at ILTV Studio about the chemical attack in Syria from earlier this week.
   3. I.D.F. responds to attempted infiltration from Gaza
   Israeli defense forces confirm that the army has just attacked a Hamas military site in the Gaza strip. The attack is a response to an incident along the Gaza border yesterday in which Hamas apparently attempted to breach or infiltrate the security fence using a an improvised explosive device.
   4. State claims Uganda still onboard for deportations
   Despite denying any such deal is in the works, Uganda is reportedly still on board to accept African Asylum Seekers deported from Israel, even if they are done so by force against their will, but a shocking new report has brought some troubling claims to light, concerning Asylum Seekers Israel has already deported to Uganda in the past.
2. Iceland gets first-ever Rabbi
   Right now there are only about 250 Jews living in Iceland, so needless to say, the country isn’t exactly the “hotbed” of the Jewish world, the community is so small, in fact, that there actually hasn’t ever been a local Rabbi in the country’s recorded history and that’s all just changed.
3. B.D.S. movement threatens Netflix over “Fauda”
   The Israeli hit series “Fauda” has managed to capture the hearts and minds of viewers across the planet with its nuanced portrayal of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict but now the Netflix show is making headlines for a different reason.
4. Convicted Rabbi allowed to enter Kotel
   The Holy Western Wall in Jerusalem is quite possibly the single most sacred artifact in all of Judaism and the latest scandal surrounding the Kotel occurred during Passover when convicted sex offender and former Rabbi, Eliezer Berland was granted permission to not only visit the Holy site.
5. Porsche makes trendiest choice of all
   One of the world’s trendiest, most seductive sports cars on the market just got even more awesome. The makers of Porsche have just invested a minority share hold in an Israeli start-up firm, one that specializes in artificial intelligence software.
   9. Eye doctors see hope in Israeli tech
   Israel is on the forefront of just about every tech field you can name, and now one eye disease specialist slash entrepreneur is focusing his bifocals on Israel for that very reason. The good doctor is now aiming to raise up to a hundred million dollars to create Israel’s first-ever incubator for vision care tools.
   10. Goforisrael conference returns to china
   Haggai Ravid, CEO Cukierman & Co. Investment House speaking at ILTV Studio about the annual Go-For-Israel conference that connects hundreds of Israeli startups to investors, entrepreneurs, and more.
   11. Carrying the flames of the Holocaust

Yad Vashem has just announced the names of the survivors who will lead the ceremonies at this year’s Holocaust Remembrance Day, and their leadership has never been more important than it is today.
12. Is mega star, Brad Pitt dating an Israeli?
Israeli women are really making their mark on Hollywood - and this time we’re not talking about our very own Israeli superhero, Gal Gadot - no this time it has been rumored that the award winning actor - Brad Pitt is reportedly dating an Israeli woman.

1. Hebrew word Of The Day: : Ner | נר = CANDLE

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "Ner" which means "Candle"

1. The Weather Forecast

Tonight should be partly cloudy but pleasant with a low of about fifty-seven, or fourteen degrees Celsius. Tomorrow you can expect a drop in temperatures, though, and a high chance of storms in the morning. The high will be around sixty-eight, or twenty degrees Celsius.

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1. Palestinian stabbing attack thwarted
   A Palestinian man has been shot after allegedly attempting to stab an Israeli man with a screwdriver in a gas station, the suspect is currently in critical condition in the hospital and no Israelis have been reported injured.
   2. Nine dead in renewed ‘march of return’ clashes
   Hamas claims the skirmishes merely represent the second planned weekend of a “peaceful sit-in” but  tens of thousands of Palestinians have attempted to breach the security fence burning tires, hurling Molotov cocktails, and even waving Nazi symbols at the scene.
2. Israel eyes Uganda for forced deportations
   Following last week’s shocking reversal on the fate of Israel’s Asylum Seekers from Africa, the government now plans to resume deportations to another, unnamed country in Africa.
3. Deadly chemical attack reported in Syria
   Dr. Nir Boms, Research Fellow at the Moshe Dayan Center at T.A.U. speaking at ILTV Studio about what the response should be after the video of victims of an apparent Syrian chemical attack went viral.    
4. Independence Day formalities divide government
   A minor crisis is brewing behind closed doors in the Knesset, and it’s not over any upcoming votes or controversial legislation, instead, it’s over the upcoming ceremonies for Israel’s seventieth birthday next week.
   6. Omri Casspi gets the boot
   Israel’s beloved pro-baller Omri Casspi has just been officially booted from the N.B.A.’s Golden State Warriors, this comes less than one week before the N.B.A. playoffs kick off.
5. ‘Holy Fire’ ceremony in Jerusalem
   Today is Orthodox Easter, one of the holiest day of the year for Orthodox Christians all over the world, tens of thousands of pilgrims have just gathered in Jerusalem’s church of Holy Sepulchre to fulfill a sacred ritual that’s over a thousand years old.
   8. Put all your eggs in one basket
   Robert Priscu, C.R.O. At Zemingo speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company that created a platform to keep your company more connected than ever.
   9. Kite-Pride creates jobs for sex industry-victims
   Fashion will take on a whole new meaning for you once you hear about this, an Israeli fashion business called Kite-Pride is supporting victims of sex trafficking by employing and preparing them to re-enter the work-force, these survivors are creating fashionable products made out of a very unique material
6. U.N. awards Israeli N.G.O for saving 4400 kids
   One in every 100 children born around the world suffers from congenital heart disease, but the Israeli non-profit “Save A Child’s Heart’ is on a mission to save these children, and they’ve just won major award from the United Nations, for saving the lives of more than 44 hundred children across the planet.
   11. Hebrew word Of The Day: : MEVA’ES | מבאס = BUMMED

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "Meva'es" which means "bummed"

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Yad Vashem has just announced the names of the survivors who will lead the ceremonies at this year’s Holocaust Remembrance Day, and their leadership has never been more important than it is today.
12. Is mega star, Brad Pitt dating an Israeli?
Israeli women are really making their mark on Hollywood - and this time we’re not talking about our very own Israeli superhero, Gal Gadot - no this time it has been rumored that the award winning actor - Brad Pitt is reportedly dating an Israeli woman.

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "Ner" which means "Candle"

Tonight should be partly cloudy but pleasant with a low of about fifty-seven, or fourteen degrees Celsius. Tomorrow you can expect a drop in temperatures, though, and a high chance of storms in the morning. The high will be around sixty-eight, or twenty degrees Celsius.

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "Meva'es" which means "bummed"

1. Trump & Netanyahu have late-night phone call
   The presence of American soldiers in Syria is a constant relief to Israel. On top of fighting the Islamic state, U.S. Forces serve as a buffer to keep other enemies away from Israel, but that may all be about to change, after President Trump’s latest announcement.
2. Fate of African Asylum Seekers in the dark again
   After the cancelation of the deal with U.N., we’re hearing reports now that Prime Minister Netanyahu is not only seeking to re-open the Holot detention center, but also plans to introduce a law making it illegal for the Supreme court to block the deportations of thousands of men, women and children – even if it’s done against their wills.
   3. Fate of African Asylum Seekers in the dark again
   Adv. Simcha Rothman, Legal Advisor; Meshilut speaking at ILTV Studio about further insights into the Refugee situation unfolding in Israel, and Holot detention center that might be reopened.
3. P.A. accuses Israel of ‘shoot-to-kill’ policy
   Turning now to the United Nations for help, Palestinian Ambassador Riyad Mansour is claiming that Israel has adopted a shoot to kill policy against what he alleges are peaceful protesters along the Gaza border.
4. Attack on Navy boat in Gaza waters thwarted
   Israeli Security Forces have again just thwarted a deadly terror attack, this time targeting an Israeli Naval Vessel in Gaza waters that happened last month, but today, the Shin Bet says one member of the Islamic Jihad Terror group will be indicted for the attempt.
   6. Find and fix that leak!
   Oded Fruchtman, CEO Of Aquarius Spectrum speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company that provides multi-layer leak protection in urban water systems.
5. Israeli tech behind ‘time’ poll
   Every year ‘Time Magazine’ ranks the top one hundred most influential people of the year, and for the second year running, an Israeli start-up is actually powering that poll.
   8. The pen is even mightier than we thought!
   At any given time, life can seem difficult, amazing, or of course somewhere in between, but we’re not always exactly in tune with our emotional selves, and an Israeli study now says they can figure out exactly how you’re feeling and without even talking to you by just a sample of your handwriting.
   9. Flying in the wind
   David Bloc, Artist; ‘flying in the wind’ speaking at ILTV Studio about the flying in the wind exhibition, and the art that he explores.
   10. Top 5 cafes in Tel Aviv
   The best places to grab a cup of Java in Israel's white city with ILTV's Emanuelle Kadosh.
6. Hebrew word Of The Day: : HAFUCH | הפוך = CAPPUCCINO

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "hafuch" which means "cappuccino"

1. The Weather Forecast

Tonight should be partly cloudy with a low of sixty or sixteen degrees Celsius. Tomorrow you’ll see little change in temperatures with sunny skies and a high of about eighty-two or twenty-eight degrees Celsius.

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1. Saudi Prince dreams of a future with Israel
   Mere weeks ago history was made when the very first flight from Israel was made over Saudi Arabian airspace , Saudi crowned prince Mohammad Bin Salman has just made a landmark interview signaling more good news on the horizon.
2. Netanyahu cancels U.N. deal for Asylum Seekers
   It’s been mere hours since the Israeli Prime Minister has announced a landmark U.N. deal to resettle thousands of African Asylum Seekers and grant them Refugee protection status, but now it looks like Netanyahu is taking back his promise.
3. Netanyahu cancels U.N. deal for Asylum Seekers
   Sigal Rozen, Public Policy Coordinator At The Hotline For Refugees & Migrants And Ziv Maor, Editor-In-Chief At Mida.Org.Il speaking at ILTV Studio about the developing issue with Netanyahu's call to cancel U.N. deal for Aslyum Seekers.
4. Israel’s ‘Endless Summer’
   A disturbing new study conducted in Israel has just confirmed some of our worst fears, it says that by the end of the year 21 hundred Israel’s summer will be a whole two months longer, and the winter, two months shorter.
   5. Sokolow V. P.L.O. hits yet another road bump
   The United States Supreme Court has just dealt what may be the final blow to victims of terrorism seeking the right to sue the Palestine liberation organization.
5. ‘David & Goliath’ gets hi-tech upgrade!
   Here’s the city of Jerusalem in a nutshell: Cutting-edge, yet ancient, well last night the city put on an incredible show that perfectly sums up that duality, a projected light show all across the old city walls telling the ancient story of King David.
6. Defending against drones
   Yossi Gofer, VP Sales, Marketing & Business Development At Orad Group speaking at ILTV Studio about the company that equips Israel with the necessary tools to win the U.A.V. war.
   8. Israeli breakthroughs lead Autism research
   Yesterday marked the annual world awareness day for Autism, millions of people all over the world currently live with Autism and while science has gotten good at detecting the early stages of the condition, treating it still remains a big mystery.
7. It’s all in the Hummus
   National geographic has just done a write-up on the top five countries where people live the longest. This should be no surprise at all but Israel has earned itself a top seat on that list, and it’s all thanks to a solid diet, strong family values, and keeping an eye on how much alcohol you drink.
8. Hebrew word Of The Day: PACHDAN | פַּחדָן = COWARD
   Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "Pachdan" which means "Coward"

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Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "hafuch" which means "cappuccino"

Tonight should be partly cloudy with a low of sixty or sixteen degrees Celsius. Tomorrow you’ll see little change in temperatures with sunny skies and a high of about eighty-two or twenty-eight degrees Celsius.