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News As Israel’s leaders spar and an Iranian attack looms, Jews see echoes of Tisha B’Av everywhere
“On the day we mark the destruction of the temple, I’m really really worried that soon we’ll mark the destruction of the State of Israel,” one Israeli posted online
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Fast Forward Israel braces for another Iranian attack, with defense axis still being assembled
“We are in strong readiness for defense in the air, at sea and on land, and we are preparing for any sudden threat,” an IDF spokesman said
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Fast Forward ‘Wait for severe punishment’ billboard goes up in Tehran as Khameini reportedly orders attack on Israel
The poster of the slain Hamas leader features an admonition in Hebrew
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Opinion Two big questions after the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh
The Hamas leader’s death adds uncertainty to instability
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Fast Forward Hamas and Iran say Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed in Tehran
Iran and Hamas said Israel was responsible and vowed retaliation
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Opinion Netanyahu’s speech proved it’s time for the U.S. to stop enabling him
The Israeli prime minister is bad news for both Israelis and Palestinians and no partner for Americans
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Fast Forward Director of national intelligence warns that Iran is funding anti-Israel protests in US
Avril Haines said that Iran’s activities should not taint genuine protesters or inhibit robust speech
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Fast Forward Iranian Jew’s execution reportedly delayed after prayer campaign by Jews around the world
The stay came as Iran was plunged into political turmoil when a helicopter carrying its president and foreign minister crashed
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