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.
Khamenei has given Iran’s foreign minister "full authority" for negotiations, but limited the discussions strictly to the nuclear issue. Iran is already enriching uranium to 60%, a step away from weapons-grade, prompting Western warnings. Israel threatens: "We will not allow the Iranians to obtain nuclear weapons."
