Magen, who died at the age of 88, served in the Mossad intelligence agency for nearly 39 years. She was involved in numerous major intelligence operations and left a profound impact on generations of Mossad personnel.
In a cynical move on the eve of Passover, the terrorist organization Hamas released a video showing kidnapped Israeli soldier Edan Alexander. At the conclusion of the holiday, his family approved the release of the footage.
For the first time in a decade, Iranian and American delegations met in Oman, as Tehran faces a two-month ultimatum from Trump, a threat of renewed European sanctions in June, the expiration of the original Vienna Accord in October, and a deepening economic crisis.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and his family were evacuated from their home at 2 a.m. after an arson attack. Hours before the incident, Shapiro had posted a photo of the family’s Seder table. A prominent Democrat, Shapiro is considered a potential presidential candidate in 2028.
Beyond the halachic aspect, the cleaning tradition has also become a symbol of refreshment and renewal – not just physically but also spiritually, as preparation for the Festival of Freedom.
