Rock of Ages let our song, Praise thy saving power; Thou amidst the raging foes, Wast our sheltering tower.
Egypt again dismisses opposition leader’s proposal suggesting that it take control of Gaza: Any proposals that circumvent the constants of the Egyptian and Arab stance are rejected and unacceptable. Go to Israelnationalnews Date: February 26, 2025
Senator Ted Cruz says the Iraqi government is complicit in the kidnapping of Israeli researcher Elizabeth Tsurkov: This will end under President Donald Trump and the GOP Congress. Go to Israelnationalnews Date: February 26, 2025
A Jewish boy found a live grenade in his grandfather’s belongings and took it home until he realized the danger it posed. The NYPD bomb squad was called in, and Montgomery Street in Crown Heights was closed off on Wednesday evening until it was resolved. Full Story
Countries around the world pay respects to Shiri Bibas and her sons, Kfir and Ariel, by illuminating buildings in orange. Go to Israelnationalnews Date: February 26, 2025
Reuven Lipkind, Gabbai of Frankel’s Shul in Crown Heights, who was involved in public affairs under the current New York City Mayor Eric Adams and founded the Avos Ubanim program in the neighborhood, passed away. The levaya will be held on Thursday. Full Story
As Crown Heights prepares to welcome thousands of teens for the 17th annual CTeen Shabbaton this week, the legendary community is once again playing a vital role in the Rebbe’s Shlichus. With large crowds expected, locals may want to plan ahead for peak congestion times. Full Story
UN nuclear watchdog says Iran’s stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60% has reached 274.8 kilograms, notes the accumulation “is of serious concern”. Go to Israelnationalnews Date: February 26, 2025
Hamas terrorists returned the bodies of —Tsachi Idan, Itzik Elgarat, Ohad Yahalomi, and Shlomo Mantzur, whom they murdered after taking them hostage on October 7, 2023. President Donald Trump said he was ‘disappointed’ hostages are returning dead. Full Story, Video
2,000 Young Shluchos joining both the in-person and virtual track of the Kinus Tzeirei Hashluchos of the Shluchim Office joined together for their Grand finale event in Crown Heights, celebrating three amazing days of Chassidishkiet, fun, and connection. Full Story, Photos, Video
