The police registered 1,453 anti-Semitic incidents in Germany last year, more than in five of the previous seven years, and organizations including the American Jewish Congress say fewer than a third of such incidents get reported. Their stubborn persistence in the country where the Holocaust was plotted and executed is raising concern that decades of work to eradicate anti-Semitism are slowly being undone as prejudice against Jews spreads beyond its traditional home in the far right.
Stabbing Attack in Samaria Foiled
A Palestinian Arab attempted to stab a security guard at the Te’enim crossing near the Jewish community of Avnei Hefetz in Samaria Monday afternoon but was shot and neutralized.
IDF Protects Israel Against Demonstration of Terror 10 Killed Were Known Terrorists, 5 Part of Hamas Military Wing
The Israeli military on Saturday night identified 10 of the 15 people reported killed during violent protests, dubbed the “March of the Return”, along the Gaza security fence asmembers of Palestinian terrorist groups, and published a list of their names and positions in the organizations (photo and names further below).
Many on the left are incorrectly placing blame on Israel for being too “harsh” on the Gazans. Once again we must remind them of the facts: the PA does not wisely invest the money it’s given into developing infrastructure, building hospitals and schools, upgrading sanitary conditions and education for its own people. Instead, they continue to wage terror on Israel with the goal of destroying it.
We suggest those placing blame on Israel stand at the border in place of an IDF soldier and experience first hand why the IDF defends the country in the manner it deems in Israel’s best interest. It’s long overdue for the left to stop blaming Israel – a free and sovereign nation that has a right to defend itself against harm.
AFSI suggests reading more news below on this matter:
Hamas throws 7 year old girl over the border, IDF shelters her to safety and returns her to her parents.
US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman commented that these protests are not peaceful and not in the best interests of the Palestinians.
US blocks UN statement on Gaza riots. US blocks Security Council statement calling for investigation, in Hamas-led riots along Gaza border.
IDF Issues Statement Telling the Story Straight Everything You Need to Know About the Gaza Riots Statement Delivered by Major Keren Hajioff, IDF Spokesperon’s Unit
Baruch Dayan HaEmet
AFSI mourns the passing of Mae Lobel, z’l, who was a tenacious and ardent defender of Israel in the Philadelphia community for decades and was very active as a key organizer with the Philadelphia chapter of AFSI. In the 1990’s she served as a member of AFSI’s National Council.
May her family be comforted among all the mourners of Zion and know no more sorrow.
New Jewish Homes in Hebron
Entrances to Beit Leah (L); Beit Rachel (R)
Members of the Harevei Makom Eilah movement report that fifteen Jewish families have joyously moved into two reclaimed buildings in Hebron, Beit Rachel and Beit Leah. The families have purchased the buildings with the approval of the Civil Administration. This was a positive answer to the removal of Jewish families from Beit Machpela, another home purchased by the Jews which remains a contested property because of the failings of the Israeli Supreme Court. AFSI’s dear friends, Yifat and Shalom Akobi, with whom AFSI stays in close touch, will be celebrating Passover with their family and friends in one of the new homes. We know this will be an especially happy Pesach for them.
“Baruch Atah Adoni…” Affixing the Mezuzah
Young Israelis Supporting Sovereignty
AFSI has consistently been partners with the wonderful Women in Green, Nadia Matar and Yehudit Katzover, in their efforts to have Sovereignty applied to Judea and Samaria. CLICK HERE to read an uplifting report from them about the belief in Sovereignty within the youth of Israel.
Click HERE for additional material on Demography written by Nadia and Yehudit.
We’ll Find Someone Else
UN Ambassador to Israel David Friedman noted that if Mahmoud Abbas continues to refuse to sit down for talks with the US and Israel, the US is open to seeking out someone else who will be. The bottom line is that the PA will not be allowed to harm the interests of the US and its allies while continuing to receive funding.
As for the foolish comments Abbas recently made about the Ambassador, Friedman diplomatically commented that Abbas can continue his rhetoric or “…work with us for the people that need electricity, water, schools and medical services.”
Taylor Force Act – Will the PA Be Compliant?
The Taylor Force Act was recently passed into law, but the PA’s new budget is not hiding the fact that it has not cut-off funding to terrorists and their families.
The Taylor Force Act requires that within 30 days the U.S. State Department must certify to Congress whether the PA and PLO have stopped the payments to terrorists and their families and repeal the pay-for-slay laws. No later than 45 days after enactment, State must report to Congress an explanation of why State was unable to certify PA/PLO compliance, plus the total amount of funds to be withheld.
The Knesset Israel Victory Caucus (KIVC) and Congressional Israel Victory Caucus (CIVC) will work together to highlight PA non-compliance and the continuation of the PA’s policy of issuing payments terrorists and their families.
IDF Thwarts Terror Infiltration and Prepares for March 30 Demonstration
An IDF force arrested 3 Arabs carrying a knives and grenades who had infiltrated into Israeli territory from Gaza on Tuesday. They admitted under interrogation that they had intended to attack soldiers.
Eshkol Regional Council head Gadi Yarkoni commented, “…the capture proves the efficiency of security forces and the strength of spirit among our people.” Source – Arutz Sheva
The IDF is readying itself for a march by Gazans starting on March 30 and ending six weeks later on May 15 to coincide with Israel’s 70th Anniversary. Islamic Jihad officials have called on thousands of Gazans to march en masse towards Israel to demonstrate for their so-called “right of return” in what has been dubbed the “March of the Return.” Detailed information can be found on The Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center.
IDF General Yoav Mordechai firmly stated, “…we will take harsh and tough measures against any attempt by demonstrators to reach the security fence or try to break into Israeli territory. The Israeli response will be strong, not just against the demonstrators. We intend to do everything to prevent violent demonstrations and terror demonstrations.”
Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Gadi Eizenkot has warned that the army has been given authorization to open fire ahead of mass protests on the Gaza border planned for Friday if there are any attempts to cross the Gaza border fence into Israel.