US House of Representatives Approves Funding for Iron Dome
The US House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a $1.5 trillion omnibus spending package, which includes $1 billion in emergency funding for the Iron Dome missile defense system.
Health Insurance Now Required of Tourists Visiting Israel
Beginning today, March 9, Israel’s Health Ministry has added a new requirement for tourists entering the country. They must hold an insurance policy which explicitly covers Covid in Israel.
Terrorist Neutralized after Stabbing Two Police Officers by Lion’s Gate of Old City of Jerusalem
Two policemen were moderately wounded in a stabbing attack near the Lion’s Gate ate in the Old City of Jerusalem.
Hundreds of Looted Ancient Relics Found in Jerusalem Apartment
Rare and decorated bone and ivory items from the biblical period and ancient bowls dating back some 1,500 years, bearing spells and incantations in Hebrew, were uncovered in the home of a resident of the Ramat Shlomo neighborhood of Jerusalem, suspected of illegal trade in antiquities.
Suspect in Two Hizma Stabbings Arrested By Israeli Police
Undercover Border Police officers acting under the direction of the Shabak on Thursday arrested a suspect in connection with two stabbing attacks in the village of Hizma in the last day.
Chaim V’Chessed: Visas Extended; Israelis Permitted to Travel with Foreign Passports
Two new rulings issued this week will significantly ease pressure on Olim and foreign residents of Israel, by extending most visas, and by permitting dual citizens to travel on their foreign passports.
Israel’s March Entry Rules Have Been Released
As reported by Chaim V’Chessed, Israel will reopen its borders to all tourists on March 1, regardless of vaccination or recovery. The rules for entry from March 1 have now been released.
Early Bronze Age Pottery Vessel Discovered in Israeli Cave
Cave 53, in the Qumran region, never ceases to amaze: A whole pottery vessel from the Early Bronze Age, one of the few ever discovered in the Judean Desert, was unexpectedly uncovered by a tourist in the cave.
Israel To Finally Reopen to Non-Vaccinated Tourists
Throughout the Corona pandemic. Chaim V’Chessed has chronicled the ups and downs of entry to Israel. After nearly two years of onerous entry restrictions, today, Israel’s Cabinet has dramatically decided to open the skies to tourism.
Australia to Blacklist All of Hamas as A Terrorist Organization
Australia announced on it would list all of Hamas as a terrorist organization, including its political arm.
Valco Baby Recalls Snap Duo Trend Strollers Due to Fall Hazard
The Valco Baby Snap Duo Trend Stroller has been recalled over fears of tipping due to a front wheels snapping off.
Second Earthquake in 24 Hours Felt in Northern Israel
For the second time in 24 hours an earthquake was felt in northern Israel.
Earthquake Shakes Northern Israel With 3.5 on the Richter Scale
A 3.5 magnitude earthquake shook northern Israel Tuesday, triggering multiple calls to the local emergency number, no damage or injuries.
Report: Hamas Cell Uncovered in Philippines
The intelligence unit of the Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday announced that it uncovered a Hamas terror cell attempting to enlist Filipinos to carry out terror activities against both Westerners and Middle Easterners, Philstar reported.
Car Ramming in Shimon Hatzadik Neighborhood in Jerusalem
A 20-year-old man was moderately injured in a car-ramming attack that took place last night (Saturday night) in the Shimon Hatzadik neighborhood in Jerusalem.
Turkey: Iranian Attempt to Assassinate Israeli Businessman Foiled
Turkey’s intelligence organization has foiled an Iranian-led action to assassinate Yair Geller, an Israeli businessman who also holds Turkish citizenship, Sabah reported.
Israeli Security Forces Eliminate Three Armed Terrorists Involved in Shooting Attacks
Israeli security forces operating in Samaria on Tuesday eliminated a terrorist cell responsible for multiple shooting attacks in recent weeks.
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