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World news is all reports on stories involving politicians, conflict and revolutions outside of the United States and Israel that affect the world and the Jewish state. 'World news' helps the global environment set the political agenda through journalists situated in conflict regions reporting on the important facts.

Mexico's first Jewish president: Who is Claudia Sheinbaum

Mexico City is home to a large Jewish population, numbering approximately 50,000 people. As the community is largely conservative, most did not vote for her. 

Russian missile attack on Ukraine's Dnipro injures seven people, including two children

The attack also reportedly damaged cars and knocked windows out in residential buildings and a hospital.

By REUTERS
04/06/2024
 Former US vice president Mike Pence seen during the Jerusalem Post Annual Conference in New York

American Jews should vote with Trump's Israel record in mind - Mike Pence

Former Vice President Mike Pence criticized President Joe Biden's stance on Israel at the Jerusalem Post Conference, emphasizing unwavering support for Israel.

 Police arrest pro-Palestinian protesters after they occupied the Israeli consulate in SF

Pro-Palestine protesters occupy Israeli consulate in San Francisco, 70 detained

San Francisco police detained pro-Palestinian demonstrators at the Israeli consulate after they refused to leave. Protesters opposed Israel's Gaza incursion; police detained about 50 people.

By REUTERS
04/06/2024

Israel recommends that its citizens avoid the Maldives

The Foreign Ministry recommended that Israelis in the Maldives evacuate as quickly as possible.

By REUTERS
03/06/2024

On the precipice of a ceasefire, hostages' families march through NY in desperation for a deal

Families of Israeli hostages participate in New York parade amid ceasefire talks. They express hope for their loved ones' release, urging Hamas to accept the proposed deal.

Russia threatens former chess champion Kasparov with criminal charges

Russian law enforcement officials, the state news agency reported, said there is "every reason" to charge Kasparov, without providing further details.

By REUTERS
02/06/2024

'Take this hijab and shove it': Bill Maher slams hypocrisy in 'gender apartheid' speech

Bill Maher critiques selective outrage among activists, urging them to address gender apartheid and human rights abuses often overlooked by Western protests.

Chess champion and vocal opponent of Putin's Russia talks to 'Post'

Kasparov visited Israel earlier this month to receive an honorary degree from the Weizmann Institute of Science and talked about his forceful opinions about his native Russia led by Vladimir Putin.

By ORI LEWIS
01/06/2024

Is France to follow European counterparts in recognizing a Palestinian State?

“I’m in favor of France recognizing a Palestinian state, but not necessarily tomorrow,’’ European Parliament member (MEP) Bernard Guetta told The Jerusalem Post.

By RINA BASSIST
01/06/2024
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