Rocket Launched from Rafah Toward Israel, Falls Inside Gaza

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The IDF has confirmed that a rocket was launched toward Israel from Rafah, in southern Gaza, but failed to reach its target and landed within Gaza’s borders.

Kosher Scandal at 30,000 Feet: Air France Caught Serving Fake Kosher Meals

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In a shocking breach of trust, Air France flight attendants deliberately faked kosher meals, deceiving Jewish passengers by falsely labeling non-kosher food as kosher. The disturbing incident, reported by DansDeals, took place on a flight from Mauritius to Paris, leaving a family outraged and concerned over the airline’s disregard for religion • Full Story

Yahrtzeit of Rabbi Yisroel Salanter Marked In Kaliningrad

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The Jewish community of Kaliningrad marked the 142nd yahrtzeit of Rabbi Yisroel Salanter, OBM, founder of the Musar movement. He founded his yeshiva in the nearby city of Kovno but was buried in the city of Kaliningrad, which was known as Kenigsburg while it was under German rule • Full Story, Photos

SmartJ SpaceBook Challenge Ignites Love of Reading Across Jewish FSU

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A groundbreaking initiative to foster reading and Jewish learning among children in the Former Soviet Union has concluded with remarkable success. The SpaceBook Challenge, organized by the Federation of Jewish Communities SmartJ and LevelUP projects, drew over 1,600 participants from 37 cities across seven FSU countries, transforming young learners’ relationship with literature and Jewish wisdom • Full Story

“Hashem Will Fight for You”: Terrorist Released Last Week Dies After Falling from Roof

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Na’al Abid, a terrorist who was released to his home in the Issawiya neighborhood of East Jerusalem last week as part of the agreement between Israel and Hamas, fell to his death from the roof of a three-story building • Read More

For the First Time in Over 20 Years IDF Tanks Roll Into Jenin

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For the first time in over two decades, Israeli tanks entered Jenin on Sunday as part of Operation Iron Wall, marking a major escalation in the IDF’s ongoing efforts to dismantle terror networks in northern Samaria. The 188th Armored Brigade has been deployed to support infantry units already operating in the region, targeting Hamas and Islamic Jihad strongholds • Read More

Yad L’Achim Concludes Lecture Series in Paris Aimed at Combatting Assimilation, Intermarriage

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Yad L’Achim is wrapping up another successful round of lectures in Paris aimed at combatting assimilation and intermarriage. The lectures were held in light of numerous cases of Jewish women in France who converted to Islam and married Muslims • Read More

Ad Mosai – A Soul-Stirring Cry in a Unique Reggae Soundtrack

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Renowned singer and composer Ilon Heitner has unveiled a striking new single, “Ad Matai,” a fusion of reggae rhythms and Chassidic soul, delivering a powerful plea to end the darkness of exile. With thought-provoking lyrics and an unforgettable melody, the song merges the timeless cry of the Jewish people with the harsh reality of today’s struggles • Read More, Watch

6 Frail Hostages Freed on Shabbos

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Six hostages were finally reunited with their families on Shabbos. Avera Mengistu, Hisham al-Sayed, Tal Shoham, Omer Shem Tov, Omer Wenkert, and Eliya Cohen were freed in what is believed to be the final stage of the current hostage deal. Their release sparked emotional reunions at an IDF medical facility near Gaza, where they were embraced by their loved ones after being medically assessed. Though frail and visibly weakened, they are home—safe at last • Read More

New SIE Project Will Revisit First Volumes of Likkutei Sichos

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An exciting new project by SIE will revisit the Rebbe’s most fundamental teachings – Likkutei Sichos volumes Alef and Beis – with a new translation and elucidation in the style of the acclaimed ‘Selections from Likkutei Sichos’ set • Full Story

Rabbi Levi Azimov Leads Chof Beis Shvat Farbrengen in Paris Yeshiva

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The Hanhala and Talmidim of Yeshivas Lubavitch of Cergy, France — a suburb of Paris, gathered for a Farbrengen, in honor of Chof Beis Shvat with Rabbi Levi Azimov, who instilled in the bochurim what it means to mekushar to the Rebbe • Photos, Video

“Illuminating the World”: Moving Video Reveals the Secret of Yeshivas Poconos’ Success

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In a bustling world, there’s one place where serenity enables true growth. A place where bochurim become leaders, each talmid becoming a shining light. This is the story of Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Poconos, as revealed in a special video shown at the Yeshiva’s annual dinner • Full Story, Watch

Paris Anash Farbrengs in Honor of Chof Beis Shvat

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On Thursday night, Paris Anash and Shluchim gathered in Flandre, Paris, to farbreng in honor of the auspicious day of Chof Beis Shvat. The Farbrengen was led by Rabbi Elchonon Morozov • Photos

Putin Meets, Thanks Russia’s Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar

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The Russian government’s press office published this evening the meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Chief Rabbi of Russia, Rabbi Berel Lazar, at the President’s office in the Kremlin in the center of Moscow • Full Story, Photos, Video

26-Year-Old Jew Chooses Bris to Honor Slain Children Kfir and Ariel Bibas

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A deeply moving Bris took place today (Thursday) in Netanya, where a 26-year-old man chose to honor the memory of two young victims of the recent Hamas attacks • Read More, Watch

Dozens of Orphaned Girls Celebrate Bas Mitzvah in a Special Event in Yerushalayim

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In honor of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka, wife of The Rebbe Melech Hamoshiach: The events began this morning (Thursday) with the Bas Mitzvah celebrations for over thirty orphaned girls from all over the country, as part of the annual celebration organized by Kollel Chabad • Full Story, Photos

Serious Attempt to Fraudulently Fake Kosher Certification Exposed – Rabbonim Urge Public to Remain Vigilant

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A disturbing and serious attempt to falsify kosher certification has been uncovered, sparking an urgent public warning from the leading Rabbonim of “Tiferes Anash” Shchita, Rabbi Baruch Boaz Yurokowitz and Rabbi Moshe Kornowitz, along with a letter from the Chief Rabbinate. This alarming revelation serves as a wake-up call for consumers, urging them to remain vigilant about the products they purchase, as dangerous counterfeit items infiltrate the marketplace • Full Article

Urgent Tehillim Request for Bochur Injured in Crown Heights Fire

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The community is urgently requested to continue reciting Tehillim for the complete and swift recovery of Shmuel ben Meirav Sheyichye – a Kvutza student in 770—who was critically injured in the devastating fire at the bochurim’s apartment in Crown Heights. His family is pleading with the public to storm the heavens with prayers on his behalf. Every Tefillah Counts! Additionally, the family is facing significant medical expenses and is seeking support from the community to Help Cover The Costs.

Rare Footage Released in Honor of Chof Beis Shvat

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In honor of 22 Shevat, marking 37 years since the passing of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka, of blessed memory, the Chabad Media Institute – RebbeDrive, has released a special video archive. The collection includes rare footage from 22 Shevat 5748 (1988), as well as moments with the Rebbe on this significant date throughout the years. Explore the archive Here

Terror Strikes Bat Yam: Explosions Rock Bus Depots in Coordinated Attack

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A series of explosions shook Bat Yam on Thursday evening as five empty buses were set ablaze in separate parking lots across the city. No injuries were reported, but the incidents have raised serious security concerns as police and intelligence agencies investigate the possibility of a coordinated attack • Full Story, Watch

Hamas Returns Bodies of Shiri Bibas, her sons, and Oded Lifshitz

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The bodies of four Israeli hostages—Shiri Bibas, her two young sons Ariel and Kfir, and Oded Lifshitz—have been returned to Israel by Hamas, bringing an agonizing chapter of uncertainty to a tragic end. The hostages were handed over to the Red Cross in Gaza before being transported to Israel for identification and burial • Read More