About the poet: Hanna Yerushalmi, a Midwest native, is a licensed professional counselor. Her work focuses on relationships and intimacy counseling for couples. She lives in Annapolis with her husband and four children. Hanna emphasizes kindness and listening in both her personal and professional life. She is the author of "Strip of Land: a Collection of Poetry about Israel."
War in the North, UAV's launched from Lebanon, Hezbollah
Sirens were heard in the Western Galilee after several UAVs crossed from Lebanon and impacts were identified in the Abirim area. In response, the IDF attacked Hezbollah military structures in southern Lebanon.
West Bank Shooting, IDF
After Palestinian media reported that an American citizen participating in a demonstration in the town of Beita was killed by gunfire, the IDF spokesperson said that the forces fired at an agitator who threw stones at them: "The details of the incident and the circumstances of the injury are under review."
Situational assessment in the North, War with Hezbollah
Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi conducted a situation assessment and tour on the Golan Heights border and said, "The IDF is highly focused on fighting Hezbollah and is simultaneously preparing for offensive moves within the area."
Ramming attack, Eli, West Bank terrorism
A 42-year-old Palestinian collided with his vehicle into a police patrol car that was engaged in operational activities near the settlement of Eli in Samaria.
Islamic Jihad, Commanders eliminated, IDF operations
Several terrorists were killed in the strike, including a battalion commander who participated in the October 7 massacre and another battalion commander who was responsible for firing anti-tank missiles and mortars into Israeli territory and against IDF forces.
Hamas Hostages
Israelis are devastated and furious, in equal parts, and they are begging Netanyahu to bring their hostages home, as Hamas increases its propaganda efforts.
Hamas, Lebanon, IDF
From refugee camps to city streets, a deadly game of cat and mouse unfolds as Hamas operatives face an invisible threat.
Chris Cuomo
Six young hostages, stolen and executed by Hamas, were more than just victims—they were symbols of a better future. This is the story of their tragic end and the unsettling silence surrounding their deaths, raising painful questions we all must face.
Satire, Israel-Gaza War
L.E. Staiman entertains by blending humor with sharp, satirical commentary, often using absurdity to highlight real issues. His character Lyle Culpepper is a hilariously exaggerated persona of an "anti-Semitic lefty," poking fun at extreme views while exposing their flaws. Through Lyle’s antics, Staiman not only makes us laugh but also pushes us to think critically about antisemitism and misinformation.
Hersch Goldberg-Polin, Shabbos Kestenbaum
None of us had ever heard Shabbos' unforgettable name until the blatant campus antisemitism that overtook ivy college campuses all over America.
Pidyon Peter Chamor
The city of Ashdod, Israel, had the zchus of the mitzvah "Pidyon Peter Chamor" – which is hardly ever done.
Shas leader, Hostage deal, Philadelphi corridor vote
Shas chairman MK Aryeh Deri has conveyed to Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu that the Cabinet’s decision regarding the Philadelphi corridor last Thursday was a significant mistake, according to Kan 11 News reports.
