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Trump backs two-state-solution; then backtracksUnited States President Donald Trump again made headlines this week after publicly endorsing the two-state solution as the best option for the first time. Trump made the comments Wednesday in a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. European countries continue to support IranDavidi Hermelin, President, International Center for Public Diplomacy, Israel speaking at ILTV Studio about why the E.U. and other conutries have been so intent on keeping Iran happy. Netanyahu meets with world leaders in New York In other news from New York, Prime Minister Netanyahu continued his meetings at the un general assembly, with leaders like Egyptian President Sisi, and many more. With Sisi the two met last night for roughly two hours to discuss regional developments and the situation in Gaza. 4. Hit-and-run suspect was previously deportedOn Sunday night, Spanish journalist Julio De La Guardia slammed h

Russia to give Syria up to four S-300 systemsReports now confirm that following the downing of a Russian aircraft last week, Russia will supply the Syrian Assad regime with up to four S-300 air defense missile systems within the coming weeks, all in order to better protect against future incursions. World leaders talk Mideast peace at U.N.G.A.The Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the Middle East in general again took center stage as United States President Trump, Egyptian President Sisi, and many others delivered their speeches. President Trump, opened his speech with statements about his administration's accomplishments, a statement received with laughter by the general assembly. Where in the world did the UNRWA funding go? David Bedein, Director Of Israel Resource News Agency speaking at ILTV Studio about how the Palestinian aid agency claims destitution while collecting nearly $1 billion Labour party conference hosts Anti-Israel debateThe UK Labour party has just held their annual party conference in

Russian plane downed in Israeli-Syrian crossfireA potentially massive wrench has just been thrown into Israeli-Russian relations, in an incident that took place over Syrian airspace. Israeli jets apparently launched an airstrike on a Syrian military target in the country. Syrian defense missiles fired back attempting to block the volley but struck a Russian plane in the crossfire instead. 2. Uniting Jerusalem ahead of Sukkot holidayBrig. Gen. (Ret.) Ram Shmueli, Founder of Meetchabrim to Jerusalem speaking at ILTV Studio about the downing of a Russian aircraft in Syria. 3. Yom Kippur relief for Hurricane victims The Chabad Synagogue of Charlotte, North Carolina arranged for pre-Yom Kippur kosher meals to be delivered to Jewish families that had been hit by Hurricane Florence in Wilmington, North Carolina. Yom Kippur comes to an endYom Kippur holiday, also known as the Day of Atonement has just come to an end. As many of you know, this is perhaps the single holiest day of the year for millions of Jews all

Ari Fuld Z”L eulogized as a heroIt is with a heavy heart that we say one final goodbye to pro-Israel activist and longtime ILTV contributor Ari Fuld. Fuld was the victim of yesterday’s terror attack outside a shopping mall in the West Bank, where he was fatally stabbed by a 17 year-old Palestinian terrorist. 2. Lessons we can learn from Ari Fuld Z”L Rabbi Dov Lipman, Former Mk; Yesh Atid Party speaking at ILTV Studio about remembering the hero, advocate, father, husband and friend.3.  IDF raids village of Fuld’s 17 year-old Khalil Yusef Ali Jabarin has been identified as the terrorist who fatally stabbed Ari Fuld. I-D-F forces raided the Palestinian village where his killer, Jabarin, lived. Troubling reports have also now surfaced suggesting that the killer’s parents actually warned I-D-F and Palestinian police forces ahead of time that their son was intending to carry out a terror attack. ‘Lone-wolf’ attacks continueDr. Mordechai Kedar, Begin-Sadat Center f

ILTV correspondent killed in Terror stabbingWe have some breaking and truly tragic news. Pro-Israel activist Ari Fuld, whom many of you know as a longtime freelance correspondent and co-host at ILTV, has just been murdered by a Palestinian terrorist. He was stabbed to death outside a shopping mall in Gush Etzion. At the scene of the crime Josh Hasten, Talk Radio Host, The Land of Israel Network speaking at ILTV Studio via Skype about the murder in Gush Etzion terror attack.   Airstrikes in Syria blamed on Israel Explosions rocked the Damascus airport in Syria late last night. Pro-regime sources say that Syrian Air Defense batteries shot down a large flurry of attempted airstrikes with most accusing Israel of leading the affront. This alleged attack is said to have targeted an Iranian shipment of weapons and storage facilities Trump ends final aid to PalestiniansThe Trump Administration has just cut the last of its financial aid to Palestinian civilians. This final, ten million dollar aid package

Allegations Against Keyes Mount Mere days after being accused of sexual assault by two American women, David Keyes, who serves as the spokesman to Prime Minister Netanyahu, is now facing ten more accounts of alleged sexual misconduct. Iran Preps For Post J.C.P.O.A. World With the fate of the JCPOA ‘nuclear deal’ with Iran still in limbo, all sides are bracing for every possible outcome. Israel’s Intelligence and Transportation Minister, Israel Katz, has gone so far as to threaten a harsh military response if Iran doesn’t halt its efforts to develop uranium for the purposes of nuclear war. Iran Preps For Post J.C.P.O.A. World Dr. Col. (Ret.) Reuven Berko, Middle East Expert speaking at ILTV studio about Iran and the future of the region. Tensions Mount At Khan Al-Amar Tensions are reaching a fever pitch at the Bedouin village of Khan Al-Amar after Israel’s High Court ruling to demolish the village. Israeli security teams have just destroyed five trailers set up on the

Trump Admin Shutters P.L.O. Offices In D.C. The White House has officially closed the P-L-O’s offices in Washington D.C., accusing the Palestinians of ceasing to pursue a meaningful peace with Israel. P.A. Files War Crimes Charges Against Israel Palestinian leaders have just officially filed a claim of ‘war crimes’ against Israel at the international criminal court, also known as the I-C-C. This is ostensibly the highest-level court system in the world, tasked with investigating potential war crimes committed by foreign governments.3. P.A. Files War Crimes Charges Against Israel Adv. Simcha Rothman, Legal Advisor; Meshilut speaking at ILTV studio about the war crimes charges filed to the ICC at the Hague by Palestinian leaders. P.M.’S Spokesman Accused Of Sexual Assault Two American women have just accused David Keyes, who serves as the personal spokesperson for Prime Minister Netanyahu, of sexually assaulting them. Keyes has fiercely denied these allegations. False Alarm!

Israel Approves 1400 Settlement Homes The Israeli government has just advanced construction plans for some 1400 new Jewish homes to be built in the West Bank. Many of these sites will be added to augment existing settlement communities in the occupied territories. What Follows The Age Of Abbas? Dr. Martin Sherman, Founder & Executive Director of THE IISS speaking at ILTV studio to discuss what will become of peace if and when PA President Abbas is no longer president. P.M. Heads To The Baltics Prime Minister Netanyahu is embarking on a historic trip to the Baltics, the first-ever trip of its kind for a sitting Israeli prime minister. First he visits Lithuania, followed by stops in Latvia and Estonia in an effort to build new alliances in Eastern Europe. Broken Bridges And Delayed Train Lines After many years of delay, the train from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv will officially open for service next month. However, the long-awaited Jerusalem-Tel Aviv line will only make it from Jerusalem to Ben Gurion

Trump Teases U.S. Peace Plan U.S. President Donald Trump delivered some telling details yesterday regarding his yet-unseen plan for Israeli-Palestinian peace. Noting the enormous move of recognizing Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, Trump admitted that this would pay off big time for Palestinians. A Bridge Too Far Shaked Hasson, Public Advocacy Director, Israel Hofsheet and Aryeh King, Jerusalem City Councilman; Chairman, United Kibbutz Movement speaking at ILTV studio about the suspended work on the new Yehudit bridge due to ultra-Orthodox outrage. IDF Probes 2 Palestinian Deaths In Gaza IDF officials have opened investigations into the deaths of 2 Palestinian teenagers killed by I-D-F gunfire on the Gaza border. Bottoms Up, ‘Mate’ ILTV’  special correspondent on Latin American affairs, Joy Gavillon introducing the South American drink called "mate." Unraveling The DNA Of Cannabis The Israeli firm NR-Gene has partnered with the Swiss-based firm ‘Pure Cannabis Re

2 Iranians indicted in U.S. as spiesThe U-S Justice Department has just released details of a shocking criminal indictment. Two Iranian nationals have been arrested and charged with spying for the regime. According to evidence collected by the F-B-I, the two were tracking and monitoring Jewish and Israeli targets in cities throughout the U-S. Israel massively eases gun restrictions Dr. Nachman Shai, Knesset Member, Zionist Union and Maj. Gen. (Res.) Uzi Dayan, Former Nat. Security Advisor speaking at ILTV Studio about the new criteria that opens up over half a million Israelis to gun licenses. New evidence in P.M. graft probes Likud M-K David Bitan who is currently under investigation for bribery was apparently recorded on tape repeating incriminating promises made to him by the Prime Minister. According to sources, Bitan admitted that Netanyahu had planned to make him Public Security Minister with the clear goal of ending the police investigations into the P-M’s alleged wrongdoing. Uganda Jews

Bolton meets with NetanyahuPresident Trump’s Top National Security Adviser, John Bolton, arrived in Israel yesterday afternoon for talks with Prime Minister Netanyahu. At the very top of the agenda is a frank discussion on the Iranian threat entrenched throughout Syria, a threat both nations want to see immediately resolved. Details of Jordan’s White House visit revealed Six weeks ago the king of Jordan made a trip to the White House for a one-on-one talk with U.S. President Donald Trump. A new account of the details of that meeting has just emerged, with some surprising comments concerning Trump’s thoughts on Israeli-Palestinian peace. Sodastream sells big to Pepsi Dan Catarivas, Director General of Foreign Trade, M.A.I. speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company Sodastream that was sold for whopping $3.2 billion to Pepsico. Ariel University opens med schoolIsraeli leaders just rolled out the red carpet for the inauguration of Ariel University’s new medical school. The

Israel Shutters Gaza Border Crossing Despite the growing reality of a potentially imminent ceasefire deal with Hamas, Israel has reportedly just shuttered the Erez border crossing checkpoint into the Gaza Strip. Head Of U.N. Makes Troubling Offer The Secretary-General of the United Nations has just suggested a U.N. sponsored military force to ‘protect’ Palestinians from IDF forces to de-escalate the violence along the Gaza border. 25 Years Since Oslo Dr. Martin Sherman, Founder & Executive Director of the IISS speaking at ILTV studio to reflect on Oslo in light of the 25th anniversary of the completion of the first Oslo accords. Shin Bet Detaining Civilians Entering Israel Since the start of 2018, several disturbing allegations against Israel’s Shin Bet security services have come out regarding the blacklisting and interrogation of BDS-supporting groups and individuals. Attorney General Mandelblit calls for investigations into recent allegations. Golan Waters Contaminated

Egyptian Intel official visits Tel Aviv; RamallahSenior Egyptian intelligence official Abbas Kamal was in Tel Aviv to discuss the ongoing peace efforts in the region including Palestinian reconciliation, and a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. This also comes amidst ongoing talks with other involved parties in Cairo including both the D-F-L-P and the popular front for the liberation of Palestine terror group. Is the Democratic Party becoming anti-Israel? Abe Katsman, Council, Republicans Overseas Israel and Heather Stone, Chair of Democrats Abroad, Israel speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israel critics gain traction in United States congressional primary elections. A.G. threatens the Rabbinate’s kosher monopoly Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit has just warned Israel’s Rabbinate that he would end the monopoly on kosher certification if they didn’t comply with a high court ruling by the end of the month deadline. The court ruled back in May 2017 that by September 2018, the ra

Netanyahu; Sisi Met Secretly In Cairo In May New reports by Israel’s channel ten news are now alleging that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi held a secret meeting in May to discuss a ceasefire with Gaza. New Bedouin; Disabled Housing Units Approved The Israeli government on Monday approved the construction of several new towns for the Bedouin and disabled population in the periphery. The new towns approved by the housing cabinet are located primarily in the Negev and in the Galilee. 3. WJC Pres. Discusses ‘Greatest Threats To Israel’ Rabbi Dov Halbertal, Former Head of the Office of the Chief Rabbi of Israel and Amb. Yosef Livne, Former Israeli Ambassador to New Zealand speaking at ILTV studio Israeli policies that may pose 'the greatest threat to the future of the Jewish people.' Five Arrested In Kosher Bribery Scandal Five suspects including a senior Israeli rabbinate official from the kashrut inspection branch have just been arrested ac

P.M. Threatens Early Elections Over Draft Bill Prime Minister Netanyahu on Sunday threatened to schedule early elections, if a solution to the ultra-Orthodox conscription bill cannot be found within the next two weeks. Israel Confiscates Balloons En Route To Gaza Three shipping containers full of balloons were stopped at the Ashdod port and confiscated en route to Gaza, after incendiary kites and balloons flown over the border have continued to set Israel’s south ablaze. 3. Turkey Rejects U.S. ‘Impositions’ And Sanctions Davidi Hermelin, President of the International Center for Public Diplomacy in Israel speaking at ILTV studio about the feud over continued detention of American pastor, Andrew Brunson in Turkey. More Sexual Assault Allegations Against MK Broshi Yet another woman has now come out against Zionist Union MK Eitan Broshi with charges of sexual harassment and indecent acts.5. UK’s Corbyn Under Fire Over Visit To PLO Graveyard Britain’s Labour party opposition

Gaza Front Nears The Brink Of War Palestinian terrorists in the Strip have launched more than 180 rockets into Israeli territory over the last twenty-four hours with several successfully striking civilian communities in Israel. Do Hamas’ Actions Call For Full Scale War? Dr. Martin Sherman, Founder & Executive Director of the IISS speaking at ILTV studio about the unfolding events around Gaza in the south. First Cases Involving Nationality Law Surface First case in which the nation-state law proves to be a deciding precedent in Israeli policy. Knesset speaker rejects resignation letter from Arab M.K. written in Arabic. Israeli Bot Network Exposed A new investigation in Israel has exposed what could be yet another massive, organized network of fake ‘bot’ accounts that have been used to spread misinformation to the Israeli public concerning internal political issues.5. Dial-Up, Anyone? Israeli internet speeds are getting worse. In a new report, Israel now ranks 70th out of the 2

IDF admits yesterday’s attack done in errorThe IDF has just admitted that yesterday’s apparent attack by Hamas militants on Israeli soldiers was, as it turns out, misinterpreted. Army officials have now confirmed that a closed Hamas military drill was the actual source of yesterday’s gunfire, mistakenly prompting an I-D-F retaliation. At least two Hamas operatives were killed in that counter-attack. US sanctions against Iran reinstated Dr. Mordechai Kedar, Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies, Bar Ilan University speaking at ILTV Studio about the Iranian president that claims that Trump is disingenuous about truly wanting to negotiate. Gov’t accused of funding West Bank expansion A bombshell report from Israeli media has accused the government of funding an institute that illegally seized a Palestinian home in the West Bank. Financial records recovered from the institute in question seem to confirm that Israel’s culture ministry has been granting annual stipends of rou

Shots fired at IDF on Gaza border Moments ago violence erupted along the Israel-Gaza border, amidst rumors of a pending ceasefire deal that’s now seeming less and less likely. Palestinians near the border have opened fire on a group of I-D-F soldiers stationed in the region. In response, the I-D-F’s Tank Unit has just shelled a Hamas military site within the strip. Mossad blamed for assassination in Syria An anonymous, top-level intelligence official has just told the New York Times that Israel is behind a massive assassination operation in Syria. A few days ago, Aziz Azbar and his driver were killed in an apparent car bombing. Azbar is one of Syria’s leading rocket scientists, who worked on numerous projects with both Iranian and Hezbollah weapons teams. Antisemitism in the United Kingdom Paul Gross, Sr. Fellow at the Menachem Begin Heritage Center speaking at ILTV Studio about the UK's labor party leader Jeremy Corbyn that rejected accusations against him and his party members.

U.S. resumes Iran sanctions todayToday the United States will resume its first wave in a series of intense financial sanctions against Iran. These sanctions are designed to cripple the Iranian economy, in an effort to punish the regime, and deter its development of nuclear weapons. U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has affirmed that the White House will back these sanctions to the most extreme letter unless Iran halts its ‘malign’ activities all over the world. 2. U.S. resumes Iran sanctions today Prof. David Menashri, Alliance Center for Iranian Studies at TAU speaking at ILTV Studio about re-imposing of sanctions on Iran Major hurdles in ceasefire proposal I-D-F Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot has just met with the Knesset’s Security Cabinet to discuss the terms of the Egyptian, U.N.-brokered ceasefire deal with Hamas. While Hamas has apparently agreed to the terms, Israeli officials are considerably more skeptical–coming away from the table. Up in arms over mini-market lawAt