Daily Archives: 6. August 2023


06.08.2023 - 13:11 [ NBC News / Youtube ]

Prosecutors ask judge to limit what information Trump can share publicly about case

Prosecutors asked a federal judge to limit what information former President Donald Trump can share publicly about the election interference case, calling out one of his social media posts in a new filing. NBC News’ Dasha Burns reports.

06.08.2023 - 12:10 [ Haaretz ]

Once Considered Taboo, Discussing Ending U.S. Military Aid to Israel Has Become Increasingly Popular

Among its most vocal proponents on Capitol Hill is Senator Bernie Sanders, who has recently even submitted an amendment pertaining to this issue. Its chances of being passed are virtually non-existent, but Israel’s embassy in Washington and the pro-Israel lobby will tensely follow it to see whether support for this idea is growing and reaching other parts of the Democratic Party.

06.08.2023 - 10:03 [ Haaretz ]

„World‘s Eyes on You'“: Tens of Thousands of Israelis Rally Against Netanyahu‘s Judicial Coup for 31st Week Straight

Shani Granot-Lubaton, a leading figure in the New York City‘s protest against the judicial overhaul, spoke to demonstrates in Tel Aviv and said, „My friends, the eyes of the world are on you. What‘s happening here is making waves globally. The liberal-democratic movement‘s struggle is fought across borders. Your unwavering dedication is a beacon for millions worldwide who find strength in our steadfast fight.“

She also said that despite the „shameful image that these disgraceful ministers are projecting on the international stage, we are showcasing Israel‘s liberal and beautiful face.“

06.08.2023 - 09:37 [ Ynetnews.com ]

Security officer wounded in Tel Aviv attack succumbs to injuries

Sourasky Medical Center released a statement reading, “ Chen, 42, married to Vered, and father to three daughters, was killed on Saturday while preventing a major terror attack and saving many lives. His family agreed to donate his organs to save lives. The hospital shares in the family‘s grief. May his memory be a blessing.“

06.08.2023 - 09:23 [ Times of Israel ]

Masses protest overhaul, with toned-down Tel Aviv rally in shadow of terror attack

Tel Aviv municipal security officer Chen Amir, 42, was shot and killed by a member of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad terror group after the terrorist raised officers’ suspicion in the bustling Nachalat Binyamin neighborhood. The terrorist was shot dead by Amir’s colleague, and a senior police source was later quoted by the Ynet news site as saying the gunman had possibly planned to target the anti-overhaul protesters at Kaplan.

06.08.2023 - 09:19 [ Times of Israel ]

Terrorist kills patrolman in Tel Aviv, is shot dead by 2nd officer

Abu Bakr did not have an entry permit to Israel due to his affiliation with Islamic Jihad and the previous shooting attack.

The agency was investigating how he entered Israel.

The police commissioner told media at the scene that the suspect had a “martyrdom” letter on him, adding that “he came to be a martyr.”

06.08.2023 - 09:15 [ Forward.com ]

Israeli critically wounded in shooting attack in Tel Aviv

The Shin Bet security service identified the assailant as Kamel Abu Baker, 22, from the Jenin area, who has been a fugitive in the Jenin refugee camp for the past six months. The Shin Bet said that he was affiliated with the Islamic Jihad terror group, but in a letter attributed to Abu Baker, he said he did not belong to any organization.

06.08.2023 - 09:13 [ Ynetnews.com ]

Terrorist critically injures security guard in shooting attack in Tel Aviv

Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai, who arrived on the scene, said the terrorist was Kamel Abu Bakr, a 22-year-old Palestinian resident of Jenin affiliated with the Islamic Jihad terrorist organization.
„After chasing the terrorist the security guard neutralized him. In a letter he wrote, the terrorist said he was willing to ‚sacrifice himself‘. We‘re currently looking into the possibility of the assailant having accomplices.“

06.08.2023 - 09:10 [ Jerusalem Post ]

Man murdered in Tel Aviv terror attack, shooter killed on site

Israel Police Chief Kobi Shabtai arrived at the scene and said the terrorist left a note saying he would be a martyr.