Reeling from an anti-Semitic attack, the Jews of Monsey say they will deal with the new reality of increased anti-Semitism. "I am still convinced that the US is safer than Israel, but we have to arm the community with guns," local Jewish resident says.
The most Zionist holiday in the Hebrew calendar is being reinterpreted as a celebration of enlightenment or environmentalism, rather than a commemoration of the Jewish people's brave stance for self-determination.
'Hanukkah gelt' dates back to the Abbasid Caliphate of the 9th century CE and includes one gold dinar of the Caliph Harun al-Rashid.
Kuwaiti paper claims Israel and Hamas drafting agreement, first since 2011, which may include release of prisoners who were released and subsequently recaptured by Israel.
Under both leaders, Israel found itself at an advantage while the Palestinians flounder, failing to manage their affairs at home.
