World News

World news is all reports on stories involving politicians, conflict and revolutions outside of the United States and Israel that affect the world and the Jewish state. 'World news' helps the global environment set the political agenda through journalists situated in conflict regions reporting on the important facts.

South Carolina school district restricts Holocaust graphic novel for middle-schoolers

The decision follows the passage this summer of restrictive new guidelines on instructional materials at the State Board of Education. 

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
11/09/2024

'Intifada in Paris': Influencer reported to French authorities after threatening remarks at rally

In footage of the rally, d’Imzalène can be seen calling to the crowds, "Are we ready to carry out an Intifada in Paris? In our suburbs? In our neighborhoods? 

Debate clash: Harris defends Israel record as Trump says Israel won’t exist without him

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump discuss they would break through the stalemate and reach a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. 

South Africa: We will not withdraw the lawsuit at the International Court of Justice

The announcement was made after Walla reported that Israel asked the US Congress to put pressure on South Africa. 

By WALLA!
11/09/2024

EU set to fine Israeli company Teva for disparaging rival multiple sclerosis medicine, sources say

The long-running case against Teva started with EU dawn raids in 2019 that led to the opening of an investigation in 2021.

By REUTERS
10/09/2024

Switzerland moves to cut UNRWA funding amid terror, antisemitism claims

Swiss lawmakers voted to freeze UNRWA funds, citing links to Hamas and terror incitement in schools.

10/09/2024

South African chief sheikh Riad Fataar proclaims: 'I am Hamas!'

The Jewish community was appalled by Muslim Judicial Council president Sheikh Riad Fataar’s remarks, as the ruling ANC party and Hamas-affiliated organizations back him.

10/09/2024

Pakistan police detain several lawmakers of jailed Imran Khan's party

Pakistani police detained several lawmakers from Imran Khan's party after a major rally demanding his release led to clashes.

By REUTERS
10/09/2024

40-year-old indicted for burning Israeli flag at April Columbia University protest

James Carlson, who is unaffiliated with the Ivy League school in Morningside Heights, allegedly took the flag after someone else had stolen it from a Jewish person at the April 20 protest.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
10/09/2024
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