Red Alert: Can 9 Years Make a difference?

By Amy Zewe—   As we start 2022, the division in America, and much of the Modern World, over various pandemic-managing policies is still raging, nearly 2 years after its onset. What was 2 weeks to flatten the curve is now 21 months of freedom-stifling governmental policies, neighbors snarling at each other over mask wearing…

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Expert urges better disaster readiness, says massive earthquake impossible to predict

By Shlomi Diaz, Israel Hayom— The magnitude 6.4 earthquake that shook Cyprus overnight Monday and was felt in Israel, again raised the question of emergency readiness in case of a major tremor. The European Mediterranean Seismological Centre said the quake was at a depth of 2 kilometers (1.24 miles) and the rattle was felt throughout…

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Bible Fiber #14: Jonah 1

Welcome to Bible Fiber where we are encountering the textures and shades of the prophetic tapestry in a year-long study of the twelve minor prophets, one prophet each month. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization devoted to sharing the story of the people of Israel, both ancient and modern.…

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Poll: 80% of Israelis concerned by growing antisemitism worldwide

By JNS and ILH Staff— A recent Israel-wide survey has found that almost 80% of Israelis are concerned about antisemitism globally, with almost three-quarters (73%) believing antisemitism is widespread. More than half (61%) believe that the problem of antisemitism has only grown stronger during the past five years. The survey of more than 500 Israeli…

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Hope in the Holy Land? One Film Casts a Light

By Arlene Bridges Samuels, CBN Israel— Peace between Jews and Palestinian Arabs seems as distant as the earth from the moon. Ancients and moderns worldwide have been fascinated by this celestial body, and the Jewish community sets its time by the lunar clock. But no one imagined going to the moon until the last century.…

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2021 proves that antisemitism manifests as anti-Zionism

By Emily Schrader, Jerusalem Post— The year 2021 proved unquestionably that modern antisemitism is often manifested in anti-Zionism and anti-Israel hatred. Last week was no different, with a violent attack on an American Jew wearing an IDF shirt in Brooklyn. Yet instead of acknowledging reality, far left Jews and anti-Israel activists try to excuse these…

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Red Alert: What’s on tap for 2022?

Happy New Year! Thank you all for a glorious end to 2021 even though the year brought heartache to us as well as triumphs. We have exciting plans for 2022 as we continue to grow in our mission to inform, educate, and activate Christians and others to support Jews and Israel, combat antisemitism wherever we…

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Iran’s “Nuclear Blackmail”: Iran Has No Interest in Negotiating a New Nuclear Deal

By Con Coughlin, Gatestone Institute— Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid’s observation that Iran is engaging in “nuclear blackmail” with Western negotiators provides a damning indictment of the current state of play regarding the negotiations being held in Vienna on Tehran’s nuclear activities. With Western intelligence agencies warning that Iran could be just weeks away from…

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Bible Fiber #13: Obadiah

Welcome to Bible Fiber where we are encountering the textures and shades of the prophetic tapestry in a year-long study of the twelve minor prophets, one prophet each month. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization devoted to sharing the story of the people of Israel. This month we are…

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Red Alert: Let’s Celebrate Life!

As we celebrate your enduring faithfulness and prayerfulness for our mission to inform, educate and activate support for Israel and the Jewish people. No greater gift has been bestowed upon humanity than the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Our devotion to our Lord and Savior fuels our inspiration to advance our mandate…

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Bible Fiber #12: Obadiah and the Edomites

Welcome to Bible Fiber where we are encountering the textures and shades of the prophetic tapestry in a year-long study of the twelve minor prophets, one prophet each month. I am Shelley Neese, president of The Jerusalem Connection, a Christian organization devoted to sharing the story of the people of Israel. So far, we have…

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Germany’s new ‘traffic light’ government signals worry for German Jews

By Orit Arfa, Jewish News Syndicate— Germany’s “traffic light” government, led by new Chancellor Olaf Scholz of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), was sworn in on Wednesday under the banner “dare to make progress.” Jewish leaders, activists and analysts, however, fear that the coalition will make less progress in strengthening Israel-German ties. The 177-page coalition…

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The Connection Between King David, Christmas, and Palm Sunday

By Arlene Bridges Samuels, CBN Israel— The candles are extinguished for Hanukkah 2021, the Jewish Festival of Lights, and are now replaced in many homes with the lights of glowing Christmas trees and festive decorations. Our Christian nativity scenes are on prominent display, with Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus in a manger. Often lost, however,…

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Arabs to Biden: Do Not Let Iran Play You for a Fool

By Khaled Abu Toameh, Gatestone Institute— On the eve of the resumption of the Iran nuclear talks in Vienna, Arabs have again warned the Biden administration against being duped by the mullahs of Tehran. The Arabs, who share Israel’s concern over Iran’s accelerated efforts (and deceptive tactics) to achieve nuclear weapons, also warned the Biden…

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Israeli-made military robot set to play diverse battlefield roles

By Yaakov Lappin, Jewish News Syndicate— A new autonomous unmanned ground vehicle introduced by Israeli companies Elbit Systems and Roboteam, called “Rook,” can carry out a remarkable number of roles on the battlefield. Elad Levy, CEO of Roboteam, told JNS that the ground robot is tailor-made to client needs through its ability to be assembled…

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Red Alert: Are We Wining Against Antisemitism?

Yes, we sure are! How can enjoying a good wine help combat antisemitism? When that wine is purchased through our December fundraiser, you are helping! We have partnered with One Hope Wine, a premier vineyard in California whose mission is to give back. This month, you can contribute to the mission of The Jerusalem Connection,…

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Sorry, Everyone, Hamas is Still a Terrorist Group

By Khaled Abu Toameh, Gatestone Institute— One of the arguments that is being raised against the British government’s recent decision to designate Hamas an extremist terrorist organization is that the Gaza-based movement, which does not recognize Israel’s right to exist, has changed and now supports the establishment of a Palestinian state next to Israel. Opponents…

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Hanukkah in Ancient and Modern Israel: “A Great Miracle Happened There”

By Arlene Bridges Samuels, CBN Israel— On Sunday, November 28, Jewish families worldwide began celebrating Hanukkah—lighting up their homes each day with candles in their Hanukkiahs, their menorah candelabras. By December 6, when the festival ends, all the candles will be glowing. Children are enjoying eight days of gifts and playing dreidel games, and families…

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