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Malaysia seizes container suspected of carrying goods bound for Israel

Malaysia seizes container suspected of carrying goods bound for Israel Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 08/08/2026 - 12:50 The seizure comes as Kuala Lumpur enforces restrictions on exports to Israel…

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Senate Republicans narrowly confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general

Blanche won confirmation in a 50-49 vote, with Republican Senators Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski opposing him. Senator Bill Cassidy was the deciding vote.

• Senate Republicans confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general with 50-49 vote.
• Blanche secures agreement to narrow tax-immunity agreement and cease payments.
• Confirmation amid Justice Department changes under Trump's second term.

11m ago ·jpost.com

Before the High Holidays, the Jewish people must look inward - opinion

With Yom Kippur fast approaching, now is the time for Jews to look inward and ask how one can do better to support one's own nation and peoplehood.

• Elul calls for introspection and accounting of the soul
• Shofar blast serves as wake-up call for conscience
• Jews must examine internal relationships and resolve conflicts

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Boy George reminds us why you can't reason with unreasonable Oct. 7 deniers - opinion

Many praised Boy George, the flamboyant icon of the 1980s, for standing up for what he believed in despite knowing he would face criticism. Others mocked him.

• Boy George released "We Will Dance Again" for Supernova victims
• Anonymous user claimed helicopter killings, a conspiracy theory
• Rabbi physician warns against reasoning with unreasonable people

11m ago ·jpost.com

Re-opening Hormuz dependent on US talks not Oman, IRGC says

Iran and Oman are "very close" to reaching an accord on a new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said.

• Strait of Hormuz reopening depends on US conditions, not Iran-Oman talks
• IRGC spokesperson Hossein Mohebbi clarifies Iran's stance
• Iran and Oman nearing agreement on temporary shipping route

11m ago ·jpost.com

For Zion’s Sake: Why two Catholic theologians are taking a stand for Israel

Today’s silence conjures memories of past pontifical silence during the Holocaust. For Jews and Christian Zionists, Pope Pius XII's silence remains a harrowing memory and indictment.

• Two Catholic theologians launch initiative "For Zion's Sake"
• Argue against anti-Israel sentiment post-October 7
• Emphasize God's covenant with Jewish people and historical connection to land

11m ago ·jpost.com