Democracy gives the right of the people to demonstrate and should also give the right for its people to pray together. This is the complaint of the religious parties and communities in Israel, faced with a lockdown during the holiday season, which began the day before the Jewish new year.
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The Importance of Opening Schools During Corona Pandemic
The Talmud teaches the world only exists because of the pure breath of children without sin in elementary school that learn the Torah. It is even more important the learning of children in Elementary school than any other level of education. The world was created for the sake of the learning of these children who are without sin. According to the Bible even if opening up schools in September may be dangerous for some people who are in the ages of danger from Corona, schools must open. The Talmud teaches, the learning of children whose breath is pure without sin, is greater than the learning of adults. Elementary schools in throughout the world, in America and Israel must open for the fall term. Opening the schools will bring the blessing that the Corona Pandemic will end soon.
COVID-19 — Per Capita Cases Increasing in Israel
Israel has been one of the leading countries in the world for COVID-19 cases per capita. At press time, Israel and the United States are neck and neck in this statistic neither nation wants. There are 21,251 cases per million people in the United States, compared to 20,759 in Israel.
Peace Between Nations – Peace Between Religions
Peace is a universal goal of all mankind. Peace Shalom is the name of God. The True peace must also include the right to remain separate, separate nations and separate religions. The meaning of “God is One” means to include One God who is separate and One God united. One means separate from his creation; one means united with his creation. Each person has the right to be an individual as well as being part of the whole, a part of his nation, a part of mankind, a part of the congregation of his religion.
Historic Peace Agreement Signed in Washington
On Tuesday, an historic Middle East peace agreement was signed at the White House between Israel, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain titled the Abraham Accords. This the first peace accord between Arab nations and Israel since 1994, when Jordan and Israel signed a peace agreement.
Israel Locks Down Again, Conflicting with Holidays
The Israeli government has chosen to begin its lockdown a few hours before the Jewish New Year, called Rosh Hashanah, will be celebrated. The lockdown will continue for three weeks, extending into the holiday of Yom Kippur and Sukkot. The lockdown will begin at 2:00 in the afternoon.
Israel Makes Peace With Bahrain
Following an agreement with UAE, a peace treaty with another Arab country Bahrain is a new step in a cherished dream of Israel and America to win recognition of the Jewish State of Israel without having to complete negotiations for the two state solution which has been most difficult considering the objection of the Palestinians to any type of compromise.
Israel- Set to Reimpose Covid-19 Lockdown
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has had a rough few weeks trying to develop a cohesive nationwide coronavirus restriction policy. Last week, he settled for a dusk to dawn curfew affecting 40 cities that have become Covid-19 hotspots. The order which came into effect on Tuesday has been met with some resistance, with a slew of opposition members critiquing it as ineffective.
Tehran Is Building A Nuclear Facility In The Mountains
Iran has announced that it is building a new facility in the mountains located close to the Natanz nuclear site. According to the government statement, it will be a much bigger complex than Natanz and will be used in the production of nuclear centrifuges. A segment of the Natanz facility was destroyed in July following a suspected sabotage attempt.
Israel Roundup — Lockdowns Hardening, Palestinians Easing
Israel was one of the first nations to lockdown, and in the first wave of Coronavirus, they were leading the world in fewest cases. Since their economy was in danger of breakdown from their lockdown, they began to normalize opening up businesses, schools, synagogues, wedding halls, restaurants, and malls, almost totally restoring normal Israeli life.
Will Saudi Arabia Have Nuclear Weapons?
Last, week Haaretz published an opinion piece authored by Chuck Freilich titled “Can a Nuclear-armed Saudi Arabia Be Israel’s Partner for Peace?” The article was written by Charles Freilich, a former Israeli deputy national security adviser and long-time senior fellow at Harvard’s Belfer Center.
Iran’s Uranium Stockpile Exceeds JCPOA
Inspections by the International Atomic Energy Agency have revealed that Iran has stockpiled over 10 times the maximum amount of enriched uranium allowed under the Iran nuclear deal. The latest revelation underlines the consequences of the nuclear talks’ breakdown after the Trump administration walked away from the pact in 2018.
Israeli AG Says Netanyahu Isn’t Obliged To Step Down Due To Trial
Israel’s Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit has said that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu doesn’t have to step down from his position of leadership due to his pending graft case. AG Mandelblit spoke during an Israel Bar Association conference in Herzliya earlier this week. The AG added that Netanyahu is not allowed to appoint legal officials while case is pending.
Israel Roundup — Trials, Touchdowns, and Talks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may be able to remain in office even when his corruption trial starts in January. This was the decision of Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit on Thursday. This is on the condition that Netanyahu will refrain from interfering with law enforcement appointments and actions.
Bahrain Opens Airspace to Israel-UAE Flights
Bahrain has opened its airspace for direct flights between the United Arab Emirates and Israel, the official state news agency, BNA, reported on Thursday. Saudi Arabia did so earlier this week. The UAE had asked Bahrain to open its airspace to Israeli planes bound for the Emirates.
Pompeo: World Must Condemn Khamenei’s Hateful Ideology
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo responded to Iran Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei’s remarks on Twitter about the UAE-Israel peace agreement. Pompeo also said he was waiting for Khamenei to respond to the killing of Uighur Muslims by the Chinese government.
Khamenei Blasts “Betrayal” of Palestinians by UAE
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has called the establishment of relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates a “betrayal” of the Muslim world and the Palestinians. According to Reuters, Ayatollah Khamenei made the speech as senior U.S. and Israeli officials flew to Abu Dhabi to finalize the pact.
“Iranian-backed Militias” Killed in Israeli Attack on Syria
According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, 11 people, including seven “Iranian government-affiliated militias,” were killed in an Israeli airstrike south of Damascus. According to the watchdog, which monitors the Syrian civil war, the death toll includes one civilian, three Syrian army soldiers, and seven Iranian-backed militants.
Hamas Announces End of Tension With Israel
A new agreement has been reached between Hamas and Israel under which tensions between the two will be ended and restrictions on Palestine will be relaxed. For the past few days, there was an armed conflict between Israel and Hamas. The deal was reportedly mediated by Qatar.
Netanyahu Leaves Out Security Team in UAE Talks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has exempted Shin Bet and Mossad security officials from his trip to the United Arab Emirates. He is set to hold talks with the Emirati leadership on the new diplomatic alliance that will see the two nations forge closer ties.
Israeli Court Rules Settlements in Palestinian Territory Illegal
The Supreme Court of Israel has ruled that Israeli settler homes built on private Palestinian land are illegal. This is following a case brought forward by Palestinian plaintiffs. They contended that homes built by Israeli settlers on the Mitzpe Kramim zone in the West Bank were built on private land.
Israel Roundup: Balloon Fires, Coronavirus Lockdown Continue
With dazzling flames, Israel is battling Hamas’ incendiary balloons and rockets shot at them from Gaza. Israeli civilians living along the border have been constantly terrorized by deliberate wildfires caused by incendiary balloons shot at them from Gaza. The attacks began several days before Israel’s peace with the UAE was announced.
Germany, Israel Agree on Iran Arms Embargo
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said he agreed with his Israeli counterpart, Gabi Ashkenazi, on extending the arms embargo against Iran. At the same time, Maas stressed that JCPOA is the best way to prevent the Islamic Republic from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Gaza Dispute Continues During US and British Visit to Israel
The Israeli army announced the launch of new strikes against Hamas sites in the Gaza Strip, in response to the launching of explosive and incendiary balloons from the Strip towards Israeli territory. The Islamic Jihad announced Tuesday that four militants of its military wing, the Al-Quds Brigades, were killed in an explosion in eastern Gaza.
UAE Deal Political Cover for Bibi’s West Bank Plans
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has had a rutted few months trying to appease a nation that has become increasingly critical of his leadership. Tens of thousands of Israelis continue to take part in demonstrations across the country calling for his resignation.
Secret Sale of F-35s to UAE Causing Problems
The US government’s move to sell F-35 stealth jet fighters to the UAE has come as a surprise to many military analysts. According to White House senior adviser, Jared Kushner, there is a greater chance of the deal going through after the normalization pact between Israel and the UAE.
Israel Regards Turkey as More Dangerous than Iran
Yossi Cohen, the head of the Mossad, has proclaimed that Turkey is more dangerous to Israel than Iran. According to the intelligence chief, Iran’s leadership is fragile, and its power can be contained through sanctions, intelligence sharing, and arbitrary raids. According to his statement, as revealed by The Times, dealing with Turkey is a complex affair.
Netanyahu Compromises – Coalition Government Time Extended
Benjamin Netanyahu accepted the compromise offered him and Likud to avoid a fourth election. Pushing back the deadline only kicks the budget crisis down the road as the two ruling parties are at loggerheads over key issues including judicial appointments and annexation of West Bank Settlements. Prime Minister Netanyahu announced on television that he will not drag the country into a fourth election.
Pompeo Arrives in Jerusalem, First Stop on ME Tour
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo arrived in Jerusalem on Monday to meet with Israeli officials. The purpose of the trip is to support President Donald Trump’s Middle East peace plan and Israel’s proximity to Arab countries. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu then met with Pompeo in the Prime Minister’s Office.
UAE Ship Detained By Iran Amid Tensions
A ship registered to a United Arab Emirates shipping company has been intercepted by Iranian authorities after it sailed into its territorial waters without authorization. The fishing vessel was detained following an incident in the UAE which led to the shooting of two Iranian fishermen. Tensions are high in the region.
Pompeo and Kushner Traveling To Middle Eastern Countries
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Jared Kushner, the son-in-law and adviser to President Donald Trump, are traveling to the Middle East. The trip by the two US officials is mostly to encourage countries in the region to establish relations with Israel. AFP quoted three diplomats as saying that Pompeo and Kushner would travel separately.
Israel Roundup — Peace Deal Growing, Coalition Deal Cracking
The Abraham Accords— the peace agreement between Israel and the United Arab Emirates— is exciting to almost all Israelis and brings a new beginning in development of peace in the Middle East. The UAE is the first Gulf Arab nation to make peace with Israel. Egypt and Jordan already have friendly relations with Israel.
Universal Faith and Religion – Corona, Abraham Accords
Israel and UAE have made peace. UAE is the most liberal of all the Arab Republics in the Gulf. This year Pope Francis was invited by UAE to visit and pray in their land. He wrote a tweet: This visit to the UAE belongs to the surprises of God. So let us praise Him and his providence and pray that the seeds sown may bring forth fruits of peace.” His prayers have been partially answered through the Abraham Accords.
Iran Detains UAE Ship After Killing of Fishermen
Iran seized a ship registered in the United Arab Emirates that entered its territorial waters this week, and said that the UAE Coast Guard had killed two Iranian fishermen. Tensions escalated between the two countries after the normalization of relations between the UAE and Israel.
Sudan Fires FM Spokesman Who Confirmed Talks with Israel
After statements about “contacts” between his country and Israel, the Sudanese Foreign Ministry relieved its spokesman, Haydar Sadig, from his post. The ministry had expressed its “surprise” at Sadig’s statements, and confirmed that it did not discuss establishing relations with Israel.
Report: UAE to get F-35’s as Part of Deal with Israel
An Israeli newspaper revealed that the peace agreement between Israel and the United Arab Emirates includes a secret clause that allows the UAE to acquire advanced American weapons. However, Israeli officials confirmed their country’s refusal to sell advanced American weapons to any Middle Eastern countries.
Israeli Police Officer Wounded in Old City Stabbing
The Israeli Police announced that a man attempting to carry out a knife attack in the Old City of Jerusalem was killed on Monday evening by Israeli security forces. Police spokesman Micky Rosenfeld told AFP that the security forces had “shot” the attacker and a policeman was “lightly wounded.”
GCC Sharply Criticizes Iran’s Threats Against UAE
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has condemned Iran’s approach to a peace agreement between the United Arab Emirates and Israel. The secretary-general of the council called the threatening reaction of Hassan Rouhani and other officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran a violation of diplomatic norms.
Israel, UAE Launch Telephone Service After Deal
Israel and the United Arab Emirates have launched direct telephone service after agreeing last week to normalize relations. This will enable direct telephone calls between the two countries from now on. The two foreign ministers “telephoned and exchanged greetings after the historic peace deal,” a statement said.
Israel: Other Gulf States, Sudan, Could Follow UAE
Israeli Intelligence Minister Eli Cohen said in an interview with Israeli army radio on Sunday that agreements with Bahrain, Oman, and Sudan could soon follow the recent UAE-Israel diplomatic agreement. Bahrain and Oman welcomed the UAE-Israel diplomatic agreement but did not comment on their relationship with Israel.
UAE Summons Ambassadors Over Rouhani Speech
The United Arab Emirates has summoned Iran’s ambassador to Abu Dhabi over “threats made by Iranian officials,” specifically, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani. Iran threatened that after the UAE’s agreement with Israel, that from now on, the UAE will be a “legitimate and easy target” for the “resistance” forces.
Abraham Accords
The agreement made between Israel and UAE was given the name Abraham Accords. The agreement was reached through the work of President Trump negotiating between the ministers of UAE and Netanyahu-Gantz. It is called Abraham Accords because both nations UAE and Israel are related to religions which are connected to Abraham called the father of nations in the Bible, Genesis. God appeared to Abraham Genesis 12, And God said to Abraham go out from your homeland to the land which I will show you. I will make from you a great nation, and glorify your name to be blessed. Calling the peace treaty Abraham Accords is a fulfillment of this prophecy to glorify the name Abraham and to call the peace agreement Abraham Accords.
The Land of Israel and Peace
The right of the Jews to live in the Land of Israel was certified by the United Nations in 1948 after the war of Independence. The Jewish people have always had an historical connection to the land of Israel from Biblical times. After World War II and the holocaust came the opportunity for the Jewish people to establish in the land of Israel a sovereign nation. The Jewish people have always been a nation and the land of Israel has always been its homeland. The Land of Israel is an important part of Judaism, the Jewish religion.
Israel and UAE to Launch Diplomatic Ties
An agreement was sealed on the telephone between Israel and UAE where UAE will launch full diplomatic ties with Israel. Israel in return will halt its plans for annexation of the West Bank. The agreement was made on a conference telephone call between Netanyahu, the crown prince of UAE, and President Trump. Netanyahu lauds “an historic day in history.”
America, Israel and Religious Political Conflicts
America in the world is the spokesman for freedom. The goal of America is that the world should be united by freedom. The Statue of Liberty stands in NY a symbol of freedom. America was found as a nation under One God with liberty and justice forever. The religion of America is freedom. Freedom accepts the major monotheistic religions Judaism, Christianity and Islam even though they are fundamentally against freedom.
Vultures Circling Beirut, What is Next for Lebanon?
Beirut is reeling from the horrendous, tragic explosion that occurred on August 4th. Thereafter, the Prime Minister resigned amid an investigation of the blast and failure to act previously. Furthermore, civil unrest and anger followed the explosion. There are over 1,000 injured in clashes with the police and the army.
Democracy in Danger Throughout the World
The Israeli public is losing its trust in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israel government. They feel that Netanyahu is abusing the privileges of his position as Prime Minister. The attempt to make a unified government between Benny Gantz and Netanyahu seems to be a failure.
Rabbi Adin Steinzaltz, Famous Talmudic Scholar, Dies
On August 7, 2020, Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz, who was one of the greatest Torah Scholars and representatives of the Jewish people in the world, passed away. He was 83. Steinzaltz was born in Jerusalem on July 7, 1937. His parents were devoted socialists who lived in Israel before the founding of the state in 1948.
Israel Roundup — Coalition Collapsing, COVID Concerns?
After three elections, Israel was not able to reach a majority coalition of 61 mandates. Under the pressure of Coronavirus, it was able to reach a compromise between the two largest parties: Blue and White and Likud. Benny Gantz broke off from Blue and White to join in with Likud.
The World Needs the Holy Temple in Jerusalem
The Jewish people this week fasted on the 9th of the month of Av in mourning for the destruction of the two holy temples in Jerusalem. Each year on this day thousands of Jews throughout Israel visit the place of the Western Wall where stood the holy temple. This year because of Corona virus the crowds were limited. The prayers were made in limited groups of twenty participants.
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