“At a time when our soldiers are fighting terrorist monsters, the intention to sanction a unit in the IDF is the height of absurdity and a moral low,” Netanyahu wrote in a post on X.
The Netzah Yehuda battalion operates in the West Bank and is mainly composed of haredi men and extremist youth who hold far right views and were not included in other combat units in the IDF.
The US House approves a $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, moving it to the Senate. Despite claims from some Republicans over the national debt, the bill is expected to pass.
Hadid allegedly sent racist messages to Rep. Torres after he defended Israel. Torres remains a staunch supporter of Israel despite rising anti-Semitic incidents.
Overall, the report shows an alarming trend of violent antisemitism, insecurity and feelings of isolation among Jews across the United States.
CNN reporters said they saw a man engulfed in flames for more than three minutes. "I see a totally charred human being," one of them said on air.
US Jewish groups urge Congress to support Israel with $26B aid, stressing shared security needs and threats.