In an effort to deter potential divorce refusers, the Jerusalem Rabbinical Court ordered the woman to pay the fines despite her ultimately agreeing to divorce three years after her husband's request.
Contrary to the aspersions cast by external or internal ill-wishers, Israelis are far from trigger-happy.
Russia claims 1,026 troops from Ukraine's 36th Marine Brigade laid down their arms in the besieged port city. Meanwhile, Ukrainian presidential advisor says brigade met up with other Ukrainian forces in "risky maneuver."
The staff of the Foreign Ministry refuses to handle the security arrangements for the Israeli delegation as part of their strike against working conditions. Singer Michael Ben-David expressses hope the matter would be resolved.
JDC: Passover is something familiar and basic for Jewish people. For refugees who have left everything behind, it's important to be able to celebrate this holiday with honor and dignity.
