Trump: I’d like to get as many hostages as we can
President Trump says he aims to free as many Gaza hostages as possible, notes the progress in hostage releases since his involvement. Go to Israelnationalnews Date: April 3, 2025
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Should Shuls Ban Phones During Davening?
Question of the Week: An AI-generated image reimagined Zalman Kleinman’s iconic painting of davening in Kfar Chabad, depicting Chassidim holding cellphones instead of siddurim and seforim. Should shuls ban phones during davening? CommentsPalestinian Authority encourages rebellion against Hamas
Senior Fatah official comes out against the Hamas terrorist organization, stating that it is not a “Palestinian movement” but is instead tied to other countries and their interests. Go to Israelnationalnews Date: April 3, 2025
30 Letters in 30 Days: Letters #25, #26
30 Letters in 30 Days by Rabbi Shais Taub, a transformative journey of preparing for Yud-Alef Nissan by learning from a letter of the Rebbe each day. Class #25, #26: Do NOT fast! (Do this instead). Full Story, VideoFreed hostage Sasha Troufanov prays at the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s resting place
After 498 days of captivity in Gaza, Alexander “Sasha” Troufanov visits the US, beginning his journey at Chabad World Headquarters in Brooklyn, praying at the Rebbe’s Ohel and reflecting on his captivity. Go to Israelnationalnews Date: April 3, 2025
NYPD Promises Extra Security at Shuls Over Pesach
The NYPD is increasing security at Shuls and Jewish centers ahead of the Pesach holidays, the NYPD and Mayor Eric Adams said at the annual pre-Passover Briefing. Full Story, Photos, Video
30 Letters in 30 Days Special Event at the SoulWords House
The 30th class of 30 Letters in 30 Days with Rabbi Shais Taub will take place 11 Nissan at the newly opened SoulWords House. Full Story
US plans to freeze $510 million in grants to Brown University, official says
The administration’s action makes Brown the latest academic institution targeted by Trump over this issue.
US Senate Republican calls top Democrat Chuck Schumer ‘Fuhrer’
Ohio Republican Bernie Moreno made the comment to reporters outside the Senate chamber as members of his caucus struggled to agree on a path forward to try to pass Trump’s tax-cut agenda.
Mayor Adams promises enhanced Passover safety in meeting with Israel Heritage Foundation
Rabbi David Katz, Rabbi Dr. Joseph Frager, and Jonathan Burkan of the Israel Heritage Foundation meet New York Mayor Eric Adams, presenting him with Shemurah Matzah. Mayor Adams, in turn, promises enhanced police presence for a safe Passover. Go to Israelnationalnews Date: April 3, 2025