Podcast appearances and mentions of Ben Gurion Airport

//The Wire//2300Z June 18, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: ESCALATIONS CONTINUE IN MIDDLE EAST. CONCERNS GROWING REGARDING SALE OF PUBLIC LANDS IN AMERICAN WEST.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Middle East: The war continues as before, with both Israeli and Iranian missile strikes taking place overnight. Both nations have also cracked down on internet use throughout their respective populations, due to operational security risks pertaining to how effective strikes actually were.The United States has begun the large-scale evacuation of citizens from Israel, which is being carried out via commercial cruise ships, as Ben-Gurion Airport was closed to all commercial flights last Friday, until further notice. At the moment Israeli citizens are not permitted to leave the country, as the Transportation Minister has enacted the wartime policy forbidding citizens from departing.-HomeFront-Washington D.C. - Diplomatic efforts continue as before, with varying statements being made by the White House regarding the situation in the Middle East. Earlier yesterday afternoon, journalists in the press corps stated that they were told that President Trump would address the nation, however a short time after this announcement the speech was canceled and the White House called a lid for the day. This afternoon the White House stated that President Trump has not yet made the decision to strike Iran or not, though multiple Situation Room meetings have occurred throughout the past few days.Western USA: Concern is growing regarding the potential sale of public lands throughout the region. Over the past few days, information has leaked pertaining to the recent reconciliation bill in the Senate. Though this verbiage is still being considered, the latest draft of the amendment to the "Big Beautiful Bill" allegedly allows the sale of roughly 3 million acres of public lands.AC: This sale is not yet set in stone, and details are very vague regarding what the impact of this potential sale might actually be. All of these concerns can be eliminated simply by the swipe of a pen, however going off of the information that is available right now, concerns are mounting.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: More strategically, the large-scale deployment of military assets continues as before. Some airfields are being packed with airframes, while other bases (which are within range of Iranian missiles) are being emptied out to protect assets from retaliatory strikes.Overnight, CNN reported that the USS GERALD FORD (CVN-78) has been ordered to deploy to the Mediterranean Sea, to supplement the two Carrier Strike Groups already in the CENTCOM theater. The FORD has not departed port yet, and this deployment may not necessarily be a rapid and unplanned endeavor; the FORD was scheduled to undertake a routine deployment this summer anyway. However, three CSG's in CENTCOM is not particularly a sign indicating peace.Analyst: S2A1Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground//END REPORT//

After being intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters, the 12 passengers of the Gaza-bound aid ship Madleen, including Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg and Rima Hassan, a French Member of the European Parliament, have been transferred to Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv. Israeli authorities say the group of activists is currently being processed for deportation. However, according to international media reports, some of the activists are refusing to sign deportation documents. So, what happens next and what are the reactions in Brussels?Join us on our journey through the events that shape the European continent and the European Union.Production: By Europod, in co production with Sphera Network.Follow us on:LinkedInInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Popular Irish low-cost airline Ryanair has extended its suspension of flight services to Tel Aviv until July 31, following the Houthi missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport at the beginning of May. More chaos is expected for Israelis over the busy summer holiday period. Mark Feldman, CEO of Ziontours, told KAN's Mark Weiss that his travel agency will now only book flights on Israeli carriers for passengers flying to and from Israel. (Photo:Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Gifts of the Heart: A Shavuot Surprise at Duty-Free Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-05-27-22-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: הריחות המשכרים של תחנת הבשמים, השוקולדים המבריקים, והאלכוהול המזמין דגדגו את חושיה של אביגיל בעוד היא הלכה בצעדים מהירים בין המדפים הצבעוניים של דיוטי פרי בנמל התעופה בן גוריון.En: The intoxicating scents from the perfume station, the shiny chocolates, and the inviting alcohol tickled Avigail's senses as she walked swiftly among the colorful aisles of the Duty-Free at Ben Gurion Airport.He: האביב פרח וספירות החג של שבועות הזכירו לה את הכנסתו החשובה של המשפחה הממשמש ובא.En: Spring was in bloom and the festive atmosphere of "Shavuot" reminded her of the approaching important family gathering.He: היא ידעה שהיא צריכה לבחור במתנות שיעבירו את רוח החג, אך התחילה להילחץ מהמגוון הרחב ומהזמן הקצר שנותר לה לפני ההמראה.En: She knew she needed to choose gifts that conveyed the holiday spirit, but she started to feel pressured by the vast selection and the limited time left before takeoff.He: באמצע חיפושיה, פנתה אביגיל לעובד חנות שחייך אליה באמפתיה.En: In the midst of her search, Avigail turned to a store employee who smiled at her empathetically.He: שמו היה מתן, והוא היה מנוסה בהבנת רצונותיהם של לקוחות נמהרים.En: His name was Matan, and he was experienced in understanding the desires of hurried customers.He: "מה את מחפשת?En: "What are you looking for?"He: " שאל בעדינות, כשראה את ההיסוס בעיניה.En: he gently asked, noticing the hesitation in her eyes.He: "שבועות מתקרב," השיבה אביגיל, "ואני רוצה לתת למשפחה שלי מתנות מיוחדות לחג.En: "Shavuot is approaching," Avigail replied, "and I want to give my family special gifts for the holiday."He: "מתן הצביע לעבר מדף מאיר עיניים המלא באמנות ישראלית, גבינות מקומיות וזוג יינות המשלבים את גידולי ארץ ישראל.En: Matan pointed towards an eye-catching shelf filled with Israeli art, local cheeses, and a pair of wines that incorporate the produce of the Land of Israel.He: "זה יכול להיות מושלם לחג," אמר בביטחון.En: "This could be perfect for the holiday," he said confidently.He: בזמן שאביגיל שקלה את הבחירות, היא הופתעה לראות דמות מוכרת מרחוק.En: While Avigail was considering her options, she was surprised to see a familiar figure from afar.He: זה היה שי, חברה הקרוב, שהגיע במיוחד להיפרד ממנה ולהעניק לה מזכרת מיוחדת: עוגיות עיראיות מסורתיות שעשה בעצמו לכבוד החג.En: It was Shai, her close friend, who had come especially to bid her goodbye and to give her a special souvenir: traditional "Iraqi" cookies he had made himself for the holiday.He: "שי!En: "Shai!He: איזו הפתעה נפלאה!En: What a wonderful surprise!"He: " קראה אביגיל בהתרגשות, נרגשת מהמחווה המרגשת.En: Avigail exclaimed excitedly, touched by the heartfelt gesture.He: המפגש הלא צפוי חימם את ליבה ועזר לה להבין שהמתנות הטובות ביותר הן דווקא הרגעים המיוחדים והקשרים האנושיים שהן מייצגות.En: The unexpected meeting warmed her heart and helped her realize that the best gifts are indeed the special moments and the human connections they represent.He: בסופו של דבר, אביגיל ארזה את המתנות בשמחה רבה.En: In the end, Avigail packed the gifts with great joy.He: המתנות המושלמות נקנו, תודה למתן על הייעוץ, ושי על ההפתעה המיוחדת.En: The perfect gifts were purchased, thanks to Matan for the advice and Shai for the special surprise.He: היא עלתה למטוס בתחושת התרגשות גדולה מהאפשרות לחגוג עם משפחתה, יודעת שהמתנות נושאות בתוכן יותר מאשר את חומריהן, אלא גם את הזיכרונות והרגשות שבן.En: She boarded the plane with a sense of great excitement at the opportunity to celebrate with her family, knowing that the gifts carried more than their material substance; they also held the memories and emotions entwined within. Vocabulary Words:intoxicating: המשכריםscents: הריחותaisles: המדפיםfestive: ספירות החגconveyed: שיעבירוpressured: להילחץempathetically: באמפתיהhesitation: היסוסeye-catching: מאיר עינייםincorporate: המשלביםaforementioned: הממשמש ובאsuave: נמהריםpensive: שקלהfamiliar: מוכרתgesture: מחווהsouvenir: מזכרתtraditional: מסורתיותrealization: הבנהmoments: הרגעיםconnections: הקשריםwrapped: ארזהpurchased: נקנוexcitement: התרגשותtis: מהgathering: הכנסתוapproaching: הממשמש ובאfestive: ספירות החגdesires: רצונותיהםdistant: רחוקIsraeli: הישראליתBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

FIDF Chief Executive Officer Steve Weil welcomes back Rocket Scientist Ari Sacher to help us understand the current threat of missiles fired into Israel by the Houthi rebels in Yemen. Ari explains that the Houthis are an Iranian proxy, and so they have access to state of the art technology provided to them by Iran, including advanced long range missiles and firing systems. Israel has successfully taken out a vast majority of the missile barrages, using Israel's Arrow-3 missile defense system. However, a missile did hit the ground on Ben Gurion Airport, but no major damage or casualties were incurred. Ari believes that the Houthis, residents of neaerly unlivable third world conditions, are an enemy with nothing to lose, and so no matter how we hit them, they will keep coming. The key is to cut the Houthis off from acquiring weapons from their sources. Ultimately, Ari believes that the only solution to the threat of the Houthis is a political one. Donate NOW at FIDF.org for the fastest and most direct way to give IDF Soldiers what they need most. 100% of your contribution will go to meet their emergency humanitarian needs.

Journalist Dana Karni reports on the latest news from Israel including: the Israeli Cabinet's approval to expand the military operation in Gaza and a subsequent mobilisation of reservists; reactions to the Houthi missile attack on Ben Gurion Airport and a US report that one of the remaining 24 hostages still alive could have been killed in captivity.

Israel bombed Yemen’s Sanaa airport and Hodeidah port within 24 hours, as tensions have been escalating in response to Israel's war on Gaza. On Sunday, the Houthis launched missiles that landed near Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv. What does it mean for Yemenis facing this escalation? In this episode: Maysaa Shuja al-Deen (@maysaashujaa), Yemeni writer and researcher Episode credits: This episode was produced by Chloe K. Li, Sonia Bhagat, and Sarí el-Khalili with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Khaled Soltan, Kisaa Zehra, Kingwell Ma, Remas Alhawari, Mariana Navarette and our guest host, Natasha Del Toro. It was edited by Noor Wazwaz. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad Al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is the Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Instagram, X, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

On Tuesday, May 6, President Trump declared that the United States would immediately halt its bombing of Houthi targets, bringing an end to months of intensified U.S. strikes across Yemen. The president linked the policy reversal to what he described as the Iran-backed Houthis' capitulation to U.S. demands, stating that the group had agreed to cease its assaults on U.S. and commercial vessels in the Red Sea. The president's decision comes as U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations are expected to advance this weekend and follows Israeli air raids on Sanaa's airport earlier this week—retaliation for a Houthi missile attack on Israel's Ben Gurion Airport. Asher Grant-Sasson speaks with Jon Alterman, director of the CSIS Middle East Program, about the core drivers behind this policy shift and the implications it might bear on key regional files, such as the prospect for a renegotiated U.S.-Iran nuclear deal. 

The Houthis launched a ballistic missile at Tel Aviv this week, which landed near Ben Gurion Airport and wounded six people. In response, Israel struck Yemen's main airport and two other sites. Unlike the Houthis, Israel gave a warning before their attack to avoid civilian casualties, yet pro-terror activists demonize Israel's response and justify Houthi terrorism. Tune in to learn about the conflict.The CUFI Minute is another way to enjoy CUFI's online newsand analysis segment, the CUFI Weekly. Featuring host Kasim Hafeez, this microcast is a quick yet in-depth topical segment you can listen to while commuting to work or making your afternoon cup of coffee. We should stand in solidarity against terrorism including when it happens in Israel.In under 10 minutes a week, learn about the history behind many threats facing Israel, the significance of important holidays and anniversaries throughout the year, and what's happening in Israel and the broader Middle East.

Israeli innovation envoy Fleur Hassan-Nahoum returns to the JNS Jerusalem studio alongside journalist and Iranian expert Emily Schrader, women's rights advocate Shoshanna Keats Jaskoll and media entrepreneur & IDF reservist Raquel Karamsin for a no-holds-barred panel on the week's most urgent security and political developments.

On Tuesday's Mark Levin Show, 2 days after the Houthis struck near Israel's Ben Gurion Airport with a ballistic missile and 4 days before negotiations with Iran - the Houthis surrendered. This seems odd. Then afterward the Houthis say they will continue to attack Israel, even after the ceasefire with the U.S. What's going on? Have you noticed how much the fifth-column isolationists sound like Bernie Sanders, AOC, and the rest of the Squad? And not just on foreign policy and national security. They often use the same Marxist class warfare propaganda and the ACLU's extremist misinterpretation of our Constitution including the 1st amendment. Also, we know that Democrats goal to transform the population through immigration to undermine and dismantle the existing societal structure. The Constitution doesn't grant due process to everyone, and the Supreme Court lacks clarity on its meaning. Democrats want to extend full due process to 21 million illegal aliens, which is not possible due to limited courts and judges. This is a strategy to allow illegal aliens to come in, then keep them here by arguing due process. If they succeed the country is dead. Later, Trump's tariffs on Chinese imports are causing economic disruption in China, leading to protests as workers demand unpaid wages. This is positive but the Trump administration should hold off on negotiations right now, they should slow walk it. The tariffs are doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JNS senior contributing editor Ruthie Blum and former Israeli ambassador to the United Kingdom Mark Regev—both former advisers at the Prime Minister's Office—examine Israel's two-day operation in Yemen in response to a direct ballistic missile strike near Ben-Gurion Airport. But beyond the immediate headlines, they examine what this strike means for Israel's long-range deterrence, Iran's nuclear threat and the shifting fault lines in U.S.-Israel relations.

Tensions escalate across the Middle East as Israel launches a new operation in Gaza, targets Syrian infrastructure, and responds forcefully to a Houthi missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport. Amir Tsarfati and Pastor Barry Stagner unpack the dramatic developments in Gaza, Syria, Lebanon, and Yemen—and how each fits into the larger prophetic picture. Plus, insights into Iran's nuclear ambitions, rising global deception, and the growing delusion gripping today's culture.Connect with us on social:Telegram: @beholdisraelchannelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amir.tsarfati/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beholdisrael/X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/beholdisraelYouTube: https://youtube.com/@beholdisrael

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Times of Israel founding editor David Horovitz joins host Jessica Steinberg for today's episode. Horovitz discusses the Israeli Air Force missile attack on the Yemen port, in response to the Houthi missile that hit Israel's Ben Gurion Airport on Sunday morning, and the ongoing bafflement about how to handle the challenge presented by the Iran-backed Houthis, and one that isn't going to fade. He discusses the mood in the country as thousands of reservists are called up again to fight in Gaza, as polls show that two-thirds of Israelis would be prepared to stop fighting to bring the remaining hostages home. Horovitz notes that the language used by the government and army are subtle with an unclear plan in Gaza and an unpredictable US administration. Horovitz also offers a brief look at the latest regarding the cabinet decision against a state commission probing October 7, as the attorney general had suggested. He notes that there is domestic concern on the part of the public who want to be sure that a disaster of that scope will never happen again and the concern that Israel will be able to defend itself internationally with the proper scrutiny into what took place on that day. Finally, Horovitz comments on remarks made by US Mideast envoy Steve Witfkoff at an Israel Independence Day event at the US Embassy in Washington, DC, and his clear message that Israel needs to be united despite all the pressures from the outside and inside. IMAGE: An Israeli reservist kissing his wife and child goodbye as he leaves for reserve duty, in Jerusalem, May 5, 2025. (Photo by Chaim Goldberg/Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says the military will continue to stay put in Gaza; The cabinet has rejected an official state probe of the October 7 attacks & 20 Israeli fighter jets strike Houthi targets in Yemen on Monday night. We have an interview with a woman who saw the initial rocket from Yemen rocket fall into Ben Gurion Airport.Click that you heard about Hasod (gift boxes) from “a podcast” when you check out. https://www.hasodstore.com/shopsmallIsrael Daily News website: https://israeldailynews.orgIsrael Daily News Roundtable: https://www.patreon.com/shannafuldSupport our Wartime News Coverage: https://www.gofundme.com/f/independent-journalist-covering-israels-warLinks to all things IDN:⁠ https://linktr.ee/israeldailynews⁠Music: Lo Hakol Binary - Tiferet Cohen https://www.hopp.bio/tiferet-cohen

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Israel launches major airstrikes on Yemen after the Houthi missile attack on Ben Gurion Airport; Trump administration resumes collections on federal student loans, affecting five million borrowers. FOCUS STORY: A Maryland high school student is barred from graduation after refusing to complete a health class with LGBTQ curriculum—here's why her family pushed back. MAIN THING: Prisha Mosley, a detransitioner, shares her powerful and painful journey to warn others about the dangers and realities often hidden in the public debate over transitioning. LAST THING: Psalm 121:7-8 — “The Lord will keep you from all evil; he will keep your life. The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forevermore.” SHOW LINKS Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth JESUS AND THE PROPHECIES OF CHRISTMAS : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-and-the-prophecies-of-christmas/id1783607035 NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 DC DEBRIEF POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/d-c-debrief/id1691121630 CBN News YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CBNnewsonline CBN News https://www2.cbn.com/news

The Iran-backed Houthis fired a ballistic missile at Ben Gurion Airport on Sunday morning. The IDF said it tried to intercept the missile using Arrow and THAAD systems, but failed. A number of US and international airlines have since suspended flights in and out of Israel. This was the first time the Houthis had successfully […]

The Iran-backed Houthis fired a ballistic missile at Ben Gurion Airport on Sunday morning. The IDF said it tried to intercept the missile using Arrow and THAAD systems, but failed. A number of US and international airlines have since suspended flights in and out of Israel. This was the first time the Houthis had successfully […]

The Iran-backed Houthis fired a ballistic missile at Ben Gurion Airport on Sunday morning. The IDF said it tried to intercept the missile using Arrow and THAAD systems, but failed. A number of US and international airlines have since suspended flights in and out of Israel. This was the first time the Houthis had successfully […]

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Military reporter Emanuel Fabian joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. Late last night, Israel approved a plan to significantly broaden the military offensive against the Hamas terror group in the Gaza Strip. The plan provides for the “conquering of Gaza” and retaining the territory. One voice was heard above all in warning, that of Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, who reportedly warned ministers that this could endanger the hostages held there. Fabian debriefs us on what he knows about this plan and what else is happening on the ground in Gaza. Yesterday morning, a Houthi ballistic missile struck the Ben Gurion Airport compound. Fabian explains the initial conclusions about the failure and discusses Israel's anti-missile array, including a Patriot air-defense system that will be refurbished and sent to Ukraine. Finally, we learn conclusions from the IDF's probe into the October 7, 2023, battles at Zikim Beach and hear that a squad of Israeli soldiers stationed near the border with the Gaza Strip abandoned civilians sheltering on the beach as Hamas terrorists invaded the coast. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: Israel okays ‘conquering Gaza, holding the territories,’ as IDF chief said to warn ‘we could lose’ the hostages IDF planning major shift in Gaza aid delivery in bid to thwart Hamas diversion UN humanitarian agency rejects new Israeli plan for Gaza aid deliveries Netanyahu threatens Houthis, and Iran, as cabinet convenes after missile hits airport Patriot air-defense system based in Israel to be refurbished, sent to Ukraine – NYT Most foreign airlines halt flights to Tel Aviv after Houthi missile hits airport In ‘massive failure,’ troops abandoned civilians at Zikim Beach on Oct. 7, IDF probe finds Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves and video edited by Thomas Girsch. IMAGE: Troops operating in the Gaza Strip in an undated photo released for publication on May 4, 2025 (Israel Defense Forces)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESCALATION: Israel Vows to Strike Iran after Ballistic Missile Hits Tel Aviv Airport BREAKING: BALLISTIC MISSILE Hits Ben Gurion Airport | Israel Vows to STRIKE Iran

Gaza's health system nears collapse as UNRWA issues urgent alarm Gaza's healthcare is on the brink, warns the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees. The agency says one-third of vital medical supplies are gone, with another third vanishing fast—blaming Israel's siege and relentless bombardment. Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini grimly cautions that the blockade risks silently killing more women and children beyond the bombs. Israel's military invasion in Gaza has killed over fifty-two thousand four hundred Palestinians since October 2023, while Tel Aviv faces genocide charges at the International Court of Justice. Yemeni Houthis target Tel Aviv airport with hypersonic missile strike Yemeni Houthis said they have launched a hypersonic ballistic missile targeting Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, warning international airlines of the airport's unsafe conditions. Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree confirmed the missile hit the target, and another struck Ashkelon. Israeli authorities suspended flights at the airport after a missile landed near Terminal 3, injuring six people. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed retaliation against the Houthis and their Iranian backers. In response, US warplanes conducted airstrikes on Houthi positions in Yemen. Romania's presidential election heads to a second round Romania will proceed to a second round of presidential elections on May 18, following the failure of any candidate to secure the required 50+1 percent majority in the first round. Far-right George Simion led with over 40.2 percent of the vote, based on results from over 98 percent of ballots. He was followed by Bucharest Mayor Nicusor Dan, who garnered 20.8 percent, and Crin Antonescu of the Social Democratic Party, who earned nearly 20.5 percent. The first-round victory of pro-Russian candidate Calin Gorgescu was annulled in November 2024 following allegations of electoral violations and Russian interference, which Moscow has denied. Simion emerged to replace Gorgescu after his ban from the new race. Fighting in eastern DRC escalates as rebels take key town M23 rebels and allies seized Lunyasenge, a strategic fishing town on Lake Edward's west coast in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, after deadly clashes with the army that left 17 dead, including seven soldiers. The Congolese military condemned the assault as a blatant ceasefire violation. As rebels advance in North Kivu, Kinshasa warns of retaliation. Rwanda faces renewed accusations of backing M23, amid ongoing peace talks in Doha and Washington. Kigali denies any involvement. Trump imposes full tariff on non-US movies President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 100 percent tariff on foreign-made films, claiming Hollywood of being ""devastated"" as US filmmakers turn to other countries for production incentives. The decision, shared via Truth Social media platform, follows criticism of his aggressive trade policies. While the full impact on the movie industry remains unclear, Trump insists it's a matter of national security. Meanwhile, talks with China and other nations on trade deals continue, with potential agreements on the horizon.

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Israel blames Iran and the Houthis for a missile strike on Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv, while Trump announces plans to rebuild Alcatraz as America's toughest prison. Plus, thousands join Baptize California in a massive public show of faith. FOCUS STORY: A Michigan school reverses its decision after banning Christian music from a student talent show — here's why First Liberty says pushing back matters. MAIN THING: Aspen Group President Derek DeGroot joins Madison Seals to explain how designing church spaces can help believers draw closer to God and strengthen community. LAST THING: Colossians 4:2 — “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” SHOW LINKS Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth JESUS AND THE PROPHECIES OF CHRISTMAS : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-and-the-prophecies-of-christmas/id1783607035 NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 DC DEBRIEF POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/d-c-debrief/id1691121630 CBN News YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CBNnewsonline CBN News https://www2.cbn.com/news

In a rare failure of Israel's missile defence system, Yemen's Houthi forces have struck near Israel's Ben Gurion International Airport with a missile, injuring at least eight people and causing damage. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will retaliate with further strikes on Yemen, promising to send the Houthis' supporters in Iran a message.

About 200 Canadian students, their chaperones and nearly a dozen Holocaust survivors were going through airport security at Ben Gurion International when they heard the blast. It happened on Sunday May 4, as the group was returning from a March of the Living trip–which took them to Poland and Israel–when a Houthi missile launched by Islamic terrorists from Yemen evaded Israel's air defences and exploded on the airport's access road. The Canadian group, along with thousands of other travellers, were ordered to scramble into safe areas or bomb shelters inside the airport until authorities gave the all-clear about a half-hour later. While eight people were taken to hospitals in Israel, none of the Canadians was injured. Many international airlines have cancelled or suspended flights for coming days. The March of the Living group used charters to reach Warsaw, then boarded a LOT Dreamliner aircraft, which landed in Toronto on Sunday night. The Houthi attack came after a tumultuous trip for the group, who had experienced the country's biggest wildfire, which burned the forests between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem before Israel's Independence Day on May 1. On top of that, the Iran-backed forces in Yemen have been escalating their ballistic missile attacks. Sunday's hypersonic missile was the only one the IDF failed to intercept, leaving a significant crater in the airport roadway and damaging part of Terminal 3. On today's episode of The CJN Daily, we hear from anxious March of the Living parents Jasmine Albagli of Ottawa; Mark Diamond and his wife Sharon, also from Ottawa; and Adam Cohen of Toronto. Aviva Klompas also joins: the Toronto-born author and Israel advocate, also happened to be at Ben Gurion airport when the attack struck. What we talked about: Hear how anti-Israel protestors at Auschwitz tried to spoil the 2024 annual March of the Living while one Edmonton family showed resilience, on The CJN Daily. Read why fewer participants joined the 2024 March of the Living since it was the first after October. 7, and how the itinerary changed, in The CJN. Read about the 2023 March of the Living when the late Alex Buckman, a Vancouver Holocaust educator, accompanied the trip, in The CJN. Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner (@ebessner) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (senior producer), Andrea Varsany (producer), Michael Fraiman (executive producer), Marc Weisblott (editorial director) Music: Dov Beck-Levine Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to The CJN Daily (Not sure how? Click here)

For review:1. Israeli PM Vows Retaliation Against Iran & Houthis for Airport Missile Strike. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday vowed to retaliate against the Houthis in Yemen and to act against “their patron” Iran, hours after the rebel group struck Ben Gurion Airport with a ballistic missile. 2. President Trump said in an interview aired Sunday that the aim of his administration's nuclear talks with Iran is to achieve “total dismantlement” of Tehran's nuclear program, but that he is open to letting the Islamic Republic pursue civilian nuclear energy.  A fourth round of talks between the US and Iran initially scheduled for Saturday, was postponed, mediator Oman said earlier this week, citing “logistical reasons.” 3. President Trump dismissed Mike Waltz as national security advisor and announced his nomination as the next US ambassador to the United Nations, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio was named as his interim replacement.According to a Washington Post report. President Trump was angered by his hawkish position on Iran and focus on military options to destroy Tehran's nuclear program.4. Pres Zelenskyy to Delegations Visiting Moscow Parade: We cannot be held responsible for what happens (in) Russian Federation.  The Ukrainian President said his government could not guarantee the safety of foreign delegations visiting Moscow to attend the Victory Day Parade next Friday, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. 5.  During an interview, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow has the "strength and means" to bring the war with Ukraine to a "logical conclusion." "We have enough strength and means to bring what was started in 2022 to a logical conclusion with the outcome Russia requires." 6. US SECDEF orders US Army transformation.

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Watch Call me Back on YouTube: youtube.com/@CallMeBackPodcastSubscribe to Ark Media's new podcast ‘What's Your Number?': lnk.to/HJI2mXArk Media on Instagram: instagram.com/arkmediaorgTo contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, visit: arkmedia.orgDan on X: x.com/dansenorDan on Instagram: instagram.com/dansenorToday's episode:The Iran-backed Houthis fired a ballistic missile at Ben Gurion Airport on Sunday morning. The IDF said it tried to intercept the missile using Arrow and THAAD systems, but failed. A number of US and international airlines have since suspended flights in and out of Israel. This was the first time the Houthis had successfully hit Israel's national airport. To help us understand what happened and possible next steps, we are joined by Call Me Back regular Nadav Eyal for an emergency episode. CREDITS:ILAN BENATAR - Producer & EditorMARTIN HUERGO - Sound EditorGABE SILVERSTEIN - ResearchYUVAL SEMO - Music Composer

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Diplomatic reporter Lazar Berman and environment reporter Sue Surkes join host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. Earlier this morning, a Houthi ballistic missile struck inside the area of Ben Gurion Airport after the Israel Defense Forces failed to intercept it. Landings and takeoffs were halted before the projectile struck. Magen David Adom says six people were physically hurt in the Houthi missile attack on Ben Gurion Airport. Berman explains how the biggest blow may have been to Israel's reputation. Two IDF soldiers -- Cpt. Noam Ravid, 23 from Sha’arei Tikva and Staff Sgt. Yaly Seror, 20, from Omer -- were killed and two were wounded in an explosion in a booby-trapped tunnel shaft in southern Gaza’s Rafah Saturday, the military announced. This terrible announcement comes after we heard last night that the military will resume mass call-ups of reserves for more intensive operations in Gaza. Berman weighs in on whether Israel is gearing up for "the" big operation in Gaza, or whether that will be on hold until after US President Donald Trump's visit to the region. The Israel Defense Forces said its fighter jets had carried out a wave of airstrikes in Syria late Friday, less than a day after Israel attacked near the presidential palace in Damascus, amid Israeli warnings to Syria’s new Islamist rulers not to harm their country’s Druze minority following deadly sectarian clashes. Also, on Saturday, the IDF said troops were “deployed to southern Syria and prepared to prevent hostile forces from entering the area and Druze villages.” This comes as an Israeli Air Force helicopter ferried humanitarian aid to the Sweida area of southern Syria and retrieved wounded Druze. Berman gives insight into Israel's activities. The Fire and Rescue Service said Thursday evening that firefighters had gained control of the conflagrations that had ravaged the Jerusalem hills for close to 30 hours. The announcement came hours after roads and train lines were reopened and evacuees from the area were permitted to return to their homes. Surkes describes the factors that led to this massive outbreak and why lessons definitely have yet to be learned. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: Houthi missile hits grounds of Ben Gurion Airport after interception fails; 6 injured Two IDF soldiers killed, two wounded in blast in booby-trapped Rafah tunnel IDF calls up tens of thousands of reservists ahead of expanded Gaza offensive IDF strikes military targets across Syria, says troops deployed to protect Druze PM: Qatar ‘playing both sides’; Doha: He’s trying to justify crimes against civilians Israeli chopper ferried aid to Druze in southern Syria, 70 km from border — source Government accused of failing to take fire threat seriously despite years of warnings Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves and video edited by Thomas Girsch. IMAGE: Israeli security forces at the site where a missile fired from Yemen hit an area of Ben Gurion Airport, May 4, 2025. (Chaim Goldberg/Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yemen's Houthi group has claimed responsibility for a missile attack near Ben Gurion Airport, the main international air hub in Israel.

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Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Military reporter Emanuel Fabian joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. Yesterday, the family of Edan Alexander approved the publication of a Hamas propaganda video released Saturday, which showed signs of life from the US-Israeli hostage soldier who has been held by the terror group since he was kidnapped on October 7, 2023. Born in Tel Aviv, Alexander grew up in Tenafly, New Jersey. He returned to Israel to enlist in the Israel Defense Forces after graduating from high school in 2022. Fabian fills us in and we hear a segment of the video. This morning, we learned that over 1,600 former IDF paratroopers and infantry soldiers signed a letter demanding the government reach a deal to bring the hostages home, even if it means ending the war. We discuss this latest appeal, which adds to a growing wave of public pressure to end the ongoing war following similar letters from IDF reservist doctors, the Talpiot program, former 8200 intelligence unit members, ex-Mossad members, navy reservists, and reservist air force personnel. We focus on the air force letter, which has brought the most media attention, and hear what steps -- if any -- the IDF is taking to stem this tide. The Israel Defense Forces announced at noon Saturday that it had completed the capture of the Morag Corridor in the southern Gaza Strip, cutting off the city of Rafah from Khan Younis. Fabian explains how this is part of a greater plan to widen the new border buffer zone. Yesterday, the Israeli military carried out an airstrike on a hospital in Gaza City, after telling staff and patients to evacuate ahead of the overnight attack, one of a series of strikes that Israel said were targeting Hamas operational centers. No casualties were reported in the hospital strike, with Israel issuing a warning to evacuate the facility before the attack. We learn where civilians are meant to go during such airstrikes, and in general. Air defenses intercepted a ballistic missile fired at Israel by the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen early on Sunday evening. The Houthis claimed to have fired two missiles in the attack, one targeting the Sdot Micha Airbase — where, according to foreign reports, Israel holds nuclear-capable Jericho missiles — and the other aimed at Ben Gurion Airport. Fabian weighs in. On Friday, the IDF confirmed that it participated in a just-completed annual aerial exercise hosted by Greece, which this year included the participation of Qatar -- along with 11 other countries. We ask Fabian how significant this joint exercise is. Please check out The Times of Israel's ongoing live blog for more updates. For further reading: ‘Why am I not home?’ Edan Alexander’s family okays publication of Hamas propaganda video Over 250 ex-Mossad members, 3 former chiefs urge hostage deal even if it ends war IAF to dismiss reservists who signed letter demanding prioritization of hostages over war IDF says it hit a Hamas command center embedded in Gaza City hospital IDF fully surrounds Rafah as Katz warns Gazans of ‘final moment to remove Hamas’ IDF says Houthi missile intercepted; shrapnel falls in West Bank In first, Israeli Air Force participates with Qatar in aerial exercises hosted by Greece Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves. IMAGE: Troops of the Givati Brigade operate in Gaza, in a handout photo issued on April 9, 2025. (Israel Defense Forces)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Military reporter Emanuel Fabian joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's Daily Briefing. This morning, the Israeli military said it has deployed troops along the coast of the far north of the Gaza Strip, as well as in the Netzarim Corridor and in the southern Gaza Strip. We discuss the ongoing airstrikes -- and how targets are chosen -- and the potential goals of the increased ground operation so far. Yemen’s Houthi rebels issued a statement claiming responsibility for the ballistic missile fired at Israel overnight, saying the Palestine-2 projectile targeted Ben Gurion Airport. Earlier, on Tuesday evening, the Houthis also launched a ballistic missile at Israel from Yemen Tuesday evening, which marked the first attack from the Iran-backed group since the ceasefire came into effect in the Gaza Strip two months ago. What were the results of both missiles? On Wednesday, the Israel Defense Forces presented its probe into the battle at Kibbutz Alumim — the latest in its detailed investigations of some 40 battles that took place during Hamas’s October 7 attack, when some 5,600 terrorists stormed across the border, massacred some 1,200 people, and took 251 hostages to Gaza. In the second half of our program, we go in depth into the Alumim probe and address the IDF's devastating probe of Kibbutz Nir Oz, which was released last week. Please see today's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: IDF ground forces operating in Gaza; Katz warns of ‘total destruction’ unless hostages returned IDF downs Houthi missile as sirens send millions in central Israel to shelters at 4 a.m. Civil defense team stopped major Hamas invasion at Alumim, but dozens were murdered outside ‘Massive failure’: First troops reached Kibbutz Nir Oz 40 minutes after last terrorists left Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves. IMAGE: IDF troops of the 252nd Division operate in northern Gaza, in a handout photo issued by the military on March 20, 2025. (Israel Defense Forces)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Unexpected Heroes at Ben Gurion Airport: An Unforgettable Reunion Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-03-11-22-34-00-he Story Transcript:He: שמש האביב נכנסה דרך חלונות ענקיים של נמל התעופה בן גוריון, מאירה את מסועי המזוודות בשמחה.En: The spring sun streamed through the giant windows of Ben Gurion Airport, joyfully illuminating the luggage carousels.He: האנרגיה בעיר התעופה היתה גבוהה, פני כולם מביעים תקווה או עייפות, ואוויר מלא בציפייה לחג הפורים המתקרב.En: The energy at the airport was high, faces expressing hope or fatigue, and the air filled with anticipation for the upcoming Purim holiday.He: ארי, גבר צעיר שחזר מנסיעת עסקים, עמד במתח בדרכו לאזור החזרת המזוודות.En: Ari, a young man returning from a business trip, stood tensely on his way to the baggage claim area.He: הוא רצה להחזיק בידיו את התיק האישי שלו כמה שיותר מהר כדי לחזור הביתה ולעשות שמחה עם משפחתו.En: He wanted to get his personal bag in his hands as quickly as possible to return home and celebrate with his family.He: בזמן שעמד שם, הסתכל מסביב ושם לב שמשהו לא בסדר.En: While standing there, he looked around and noticed something was amiss.He: מזוודה לא פתורה עמדה לבד, נטושה, ליד המסוע.En: An unclaimed suitcase stood alone, abandoned, near the carousel.He: טרמינל שלם היה בפאניקה שקטה, עיניים מסקרנות נשלחו לעבר המראה המוזר.En: The whole terminal was in quiet panic, curious eyes cast toward the strange sight.He: אנשים לחששו והתעסקו בטלפונים שלהם, מודאגים מהעיכוב האפשרי.En: People whispered and busied themselves with their phones, worried about a possible delay.He: תמר, מאבטחת רצינית וממוקדת, ניגשה לאריחים הרוטטים של המסוע והביטה על המזוודה בחשד.En: Tamar, a serious and focused security officer, approached the vibrating tiles of the carousel and eyed the suitcase suspiciously.He: היא שמה לב להססנות בעיניי הנוסעים שסביב ומיהרה להחליט.En: She noticed the hesitance in the eyes of the surrounding passengers and hurried to make a decision.He: היא הביטה על ארי, שעמד ליד המזוודות במבט עובר לעיתים קרובות בין המזוודה לשל המרננים.En: She looked at Ari, who stood near the luggage, his gaze flickering often between the suitcase and the murmuring crowd.He: "תסלח לי," קולה היה נחוש אך ידידותי, "ראית במקרה מי השאיר את המזוודה הזאת כאן?En: "Excuse me," her voice was determined yet friendly, "did you happen to see who left this suitcase here?"He: "ארי הכיר את המצבים האלה רק מהטלוויזיה, אך כעת, כשהיה במרכז הסיפור, הוא מצא את עצמו מהסס.En: Ari knew these situations only from television, but now, being at the center of the story, he found himself hesitating.He: מצד אחד, הוא רצה לעזור ולמנוע מצב מסוכן.En: On one hand, he wanted to help and prevent a dangerous situation.He: מצד אחר, עליו למהר הביתה.En: On the other hand, he needed to hurry home.He: בסופו של דבר, הוא החליט לעזור.En: Ultimately, he decided to help.He: "לא ראיתי בדיוק, אבל אני מוכן לעזור," אמר בהבנה כשחיוך חצי מתנונן מתפשט על עיניו.En: "I didn't see exactly, but I'm willing to help," he said understandingly as a half-smile spread in his eyes.He: ביחד, תמר וארי ניגשו אל המזוודה בזהירות.En: Together, Tamar and Ari carefully approached the suitcase.He: תמר התחילה לשאול אנשים בקרבת מקום שאלות, וארי עמד לצידה.En: Tamar began questioning nearby people, while Ari stood by her side.He: לפתע, נשמע קול בכי קטן מכיוון אחר של המסוע.En: Suddenly, a small cry was heard from another direction of the carousel.He: ילד קטן, מבולבל ומנותק ממשפחתו, בכה בפינת החדר.En: A small child, confused and separated from his family, was crying in the corner of the room.He: "תראה," אמר ארי והצביע לעבר הילד.En: "Look," said Ari and pointed toward the child.He: תמר הלכה בזריזות אל הילד וקראה לו.En: Tamar quickly went to the child and called to him.He: "זו המזוודה שלך?En: "Is this your suitcase?"He: " שאלה ברכות.En: she asked gently.He: הילד הנהן, עיניו עוד לחות מדמעות.En: The child nodded, his eyes still moist with tears.He: בשילוב חקירה ותמיכה, הם גילו שהמשפחה שלו המשיכה לאזור היציאה ללא לדעת שהילד נשאר מאחור.En: Through a combination of inquiry and support, they discovered that his family had proceeded to the exit area unaware that the child was left behind.He: תמר הרימה את הילד אל זרועותיה ויחד עם ארי, הם פנו לחפש את ההורים הדואגים.En: Tamar lifted the child into her arms, and together with Ari, they set out to find the worried parents.He: כאשר הם חזרו וביחד איחדו מחדש את המשפחה, ארי חש הקלה וסיפוק נובע מהעובדה שהסיפור נגמר בכי טוב.En: When they returned and reunited the family, Ari felt relief and satisfaction from the fact that the story ended well.He: "כמה טוב לעזור," הגה ארי בעדינות כלפי תמר, שהנהנה בחיוך חמים.En: "How good it is to help," muttered Ari gently towards Tamar, who nodded with a warm smile.He: הוא אולי פספס בתחנת הזמן מתושבה שלו, אך הניסיון הפך אותו לאדם קשוב ואסיר תודה לעבודתה המסורה של תמר ושל אחרים כמוה.En: He may have missed his transit, but the experience made him a more attentive person, grateful for the dedicated work of Tamar and others like her. Vocabulary Words:streamed: נכנסהilluminating: מאירהanticipation: ציפייהclaim: החזרהamiss: לא בסדרcarousel: מסועunclaimed: לא פתורהabandoned: נטושהterminal: טרמינלsuspiciously: בחשדhesitance: הססנותgaze: מבטflickering: עוברcurious: מסקרנותdetermined: נחושhesitating: מהססdangerous: מסוכןultimately: בסופו של דברsupport: תמיכהseparated: מנותקreunited: איחדו מחדשrelief: הקלהsatisfaction: סיפוקattentive: קשובgrateful: אסיר תודהdedicated: המסורהtransit: תחנת הזמןtiles: אריחיםmoist: לחותhalf-smile: חיוך חציBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Stranded at Ben Gurion: A Hanukkah in the Terminal Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2024-12-24-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: בחורף הקר, כאשר שלג עוטף את העולם בחוץ, נמל התעופה בן גוריון היה מלא באנשים ממהרים ומוטרדים.En: In the cold winter, when snow envelops the world outside, Ben Gurion Airport was filled with people hurrying and distressed.He: כולם מביטים בלוחות הזמנים המתארכים, בעוד סופת חורף עזה מרחפת בשמים ומאיימת על הטיסות.En: Everyone was looking at the lengthening schedules, as a fierce winter storm hovered in the skies, threatening the flights.He: בין כל אלה היה אריאל, איש מקצוע מסור, שמיהר לחזור הביתה לערב חג החנוכה.En: Among them was Ariel, a dedicated professional, rushing to get home for the Hanukkah evening celebration.He: אריאל פוסע בנמל, מרגיש את כובד האשמה על כך שהוא עלול לפספס את ערב החג עם משפחתו.En: Ariel walked through the airport, feeling the weight of guilt that he might miss the holiday evening with his family.He: הוא חשב על אלטרנטיבות - אולי רכבת?En: He contemplated alternatives - maybe a train?He: אולי אפילו נסיעה ברכב שכור?En: Maybe even a rental car journey?He: הזמן הולך ואוזל, והוא לא רוצה לאכזב את אלה הקרובים לו.En: Time was running out, and he didn't want to disappoint those close to him.He: ליד בו, צעדה רבקה.En: Beside him walked Rivka.He: היא הייתה אוהבת הרפתקאות, וממהרת לתפוס טיסה נוספת כדי להצטרף לחגיגה עם חבריה בחו"ל.En: She was an adventure lover, hurrying to catch another flight to join the celebration with her friends abroad.He: אך הנה, גם היא תקועה בנמל התעופה.En: Yet here she was, also stuck at the airport.He: בינתיים, חופשה החנוכה ממלאת את האוויר בהרבה אנרגיה חיובית.En: Meanwhile, the Hanukkah holiday filled the air with a lot of positive energy.He: רבקה גילתה שיש אזורים תרבותיים מיוחדים בנמל.En: Rivka discovered there were special cultural areas in the airport.He: היא החליטה לנצל את ההזדמנות ולחקור אותם, להאיר את מסלולם של כל האנשים סביב כשהיא חולקת חיוכים ומשתפת חוויות קטנות.En: She decided to seize the opportunity and explore them, illuminating the paths of all the people around her as she shared smiles and small experiences.He: בערב של אותו יום, אריאל ורבקה נפגשו במקרה.En: That evening, Ariel and Rivka met by chance.He: בין הצחוק והשיחה, רבקה הציעה לאריאל להתמקד ברגע ולהצטרף אליה להדליק נרות חנוכה כאן ועכשיו.En: Amid the laughter and conversation, Rivka suggested to Ariel to focus on the moment and join her in lighting the Hanukkah candles here and now.He: גם בשדה תעופה אפשר לחוש את הרוח החגיגית.En: Even in an airport, one can feel the festive spirit.He: יחד הם מצאו פינה שקטה, והאירו את הנרות באורם.En: Together they found a quiet corner and lit the candles with their glow.He: עם שוך הסערה, כמה שעות לאחר מכן, הוכרז שכל הטיסות יתחדשו, כולל הטיסה של אריאל.En: With the storm subsiding, a few hours later, it was announced that all flights would resume, including Ariel's flight.He: הוא הרגיש סוג של הקלה ושמחה, לא רק על האפשרות להגיע הביתה, אלא גם על הלב המלא מהמסע הבלתי צפוי והחבר החדש שרכש.En: He felt a sense of relief and joy, not only for the possibility of getting home but also for the heart full from the unexpected journey and the new friend he made.He: רבקה, מצידה, לא התחרטה כלל על שהייתה צריכה לשהות במקום קצת יותר.En: Rivka, for her part, did not regret having to stay a bit longer.He: החג הזה, הם למדו שיותר חשוב להיות נוכחים ולמצוא שמחה ברגעים הקטנים.En: This holiday, they learned that it is more important to be present and find joy in the small moments.He: סופו של יום, גם החוויות הבלתי צפויות ביותר, יכולות להיות המתנה הטובה ביותר.En: At the end of the day, even the most unexpected experiences can be the best gift. Vocabulary Words:envelops: עוטףfierce: עזהstorm: סופהhovered: מרחפתthreatening: מאיימתcontemplated: חשבalternatives: אלטרנטיבותrental: שכורdisappoint: לאכזבadventure: הרפתקאותabroad: חו"לilluminating: להאירpaths: מסלולםunexpected: בלתי צפויjoy: שמחהpositive: חיוביתexperiences: חוויותopportunity: הזדמנותfestive: חגיגיתrelief: הקלהsubside: שוךresume: יתחדשוregret: לא התחרטהpresent: נוכחיםcelebration: חגיגהguilt: אשמהjourney: מסעgathering: התקהלותcultural: תרבותייםglow: אורםBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

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Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Editor David Horovitz joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan in ToI's Jerusalem office for today's episode. Yesterday, prosecutors announced that seven Israeli citizens were arrested last month on suspicion of spying for Iran for as long as two years, carrying out hundreds of tasks at the behest of the Islamic Republic. This morning, another Iranian espionage case was announced in which seven East Jerusalem residents have been arrested on suspicion of planning attacks in Israel, including the assassination of an Israeli nuclear scientist and a mayor in central Israel. Horovitz discusses these incidents and other similar Iranian efforts. The IDFs on Monday declassified intelligence on the Hezbollah terror group's finance hub, including a bunker hidden underneath a hospital in south Beirut that it said contains hundreds of millions of dollars in cash and gold. We observe the way this cynical use of a hospital played out in international media. The Israel Aviation Authority briefly halted and then resumed takeoffs at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport yesterday around the time in which the IDF said that helicopters and fighter jets intercepted and shot down five drones over the Mediterranean Sea, before they entered Israeli airspace. Horovitz speaks about Israel's increased isolation during this time of war. Almost a week after the elimination of Hamas head Yahya Sinwar, Horovitz weighs in on leaders' predictions that this is a turning point in the war. For news updates, please check out The Times of Israel's ongoing live blog. Discussed articles include: Seven Jewish Israelis arrested for spying for Iran on security figures, IDF bases Air Force pounds Hezbollah's Beirut stronghold after civilians told to evacuate area IDF: Hezbollah hiding $500 million in gold, cash in bunker under Beirut hospital Ben Gurion briefly halts takeoffs as drones downed over sea; rocket lands near Tel Aviv British Airways suspends all Israel flights until March 2025 amid escalation fears Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves. Illustrative image: Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei listens to a speaker in a meeting in Tehran, Iran, October 2, 2024. (Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader via AP)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel's military has struck central Beirut for the first time since the conflict began nearly a year ago. It has also struck Yemen, targeting the Houthi rebel strongholds of Hodeidah and Ras Issa, in retaliation for a ballistic missile attack on Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport targeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Military reporter Emanuel Fabian joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. According to the IDF, some 210 rockets and some 20 drones were launched from Lebanon at northern Israel in Hezbollah's attack this morning. Some of the projectiles were intercepted, while others struck Israel, causing damage and injuries. But also according to the IDF, potentially thousands of launchers were preemptively struck. Fabian gives us a timeline of events. US Air Force General Charles Q. Brown, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, began his trip in Jordan and said he will also travel to Egypt and Israel in the coming days to hear the perspectives of military leaders. What does his presence in the region signal? Five soldiers were killed during fighting against the Hamas terror group in the central Gaza Strip over the weekend. We hear about the deadly incidents and also learn about a lengthy tunnel attributed to Palestinian Islamic Jihad that was recently uncovered. For news updates, please check out The Times of Israel's ongoing live blog. Discussed articles include: IDF hits Hezbollah launch sites in Lebanon to thwart major attack on central, north Israel IDF bracing for ‘significant week,' as Hezbollah strike expected within days Top US general makes surprise trip to Middle East as threatened Iranian attack looms Travel chaos as Ben Gurion Airport briefly shut, foreign airlines nix flights IDF says soldier killed in Gaza yesterday, raising toll of op to 339 3 reservists killed in central Gaza fighting, bringing IDF's weekend toll to 4 IDF reservist killed, others wounded by explosive device in Gaza City Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by Ben Wallick.  IMAGE: In this combination of pictures created on August 25, 2024, photos taken from a position in northern Israel show Hezbollah UAVs being intercepted by the Israeli air force over northern Israel on August 25, 2024. (Jalaa Marey / AFP)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Foreign airlines have continued to cancel flights to Israel. Low-cost carrier easyJet announced Tuesday it was extending the suspension of flights to and from Israel until March. However, Israeli airlines are adding additional flights, including from Athens and Larnaca, bringing home Israelis who were stuck there.   Delta Airlines announced it was extending its suspension of flights to Ben Gurion Airport through August 31.     American United Airlines also stopped its flights to Israel and has not yet announced when it will renew its flights to Ben Gurion Airport. El Al is now the only company currently operating direct flights between Israel and the United States.    Meanwhile, thousands of Israelis are stranded overseas as some foreign airlines, including the Lufthansa Group, cancelled flights. KAN's Mark Weiss asked Mark Feldman , CEO of Ziontours, how bad the situation is. (Photo:Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Today is day 159 of the war with Hamas. Diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman and military correspondent Emanuel Fabian join host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. This morning two people are wounded in a stabbing attack at the “tunnels” checkpoint near Gush Etzion on the West Bank's Route 60 highway, south of Jerusalem. Fabian gives updates. Israelis awoke to optimistic media chatter about the status of hostage release negotiations. Berman fills us in. Earlier in the week, the IDF struck central Gaza strike, targeting Hamas #3 Marwan Issa. We hear about the ongoing uncertainty whether the strike was successful. A ship taking almost 200 tons of food to the Gaza Strip left Cyprus early on Tuesday, according to the World Central Kitchen, in a pilot project to open a new sea route for aid to Palestinians amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. Also yesterday, the United Nations used a new land route to deliver food directly into northern Gaza from an IDF crossing near Kibbutz Be'eri for the first time. And again, on Tuesday, Morocco sent 40 tons of humanitarian supplies for Gaza via Ben Gurion Airport, in another bid to diversify aid routes into Gaza. We discuss the different routes and the IDF's role in securing them, as well as the diplomatic impact the need for aid to the Palestinians is having on Israel's "friendly" neighbors. We also hear about the status of UNRWA funding and which organizations Israel is willing to work with. Finally, Fabian gives us an update on the sharp uptick in the conflict in the north. For the latest updates, please look at The Times of Israel's ongoing live blog. Discussed articles include: Live blog March 13, 2024 Two lightly injured in stabbing at West Bank checkpoint, assailant shot dead Jammed hostage talks advancing as Hamas softens under Qatari pressure — diplomat IDF airs footage of strike on Hamas's No. 3, but says still unclear if he was killed UN and Morocco deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza via land routes through Israel As first ship sails, Israel to inspect all aid from Cyprus; aid groups will distribute IDF strikes Hezbollah sites deep in Lebanon; 100 rockets fired at north THOSE WE HAVE LOST: Civilians and soldiers killed in Hamas's onslaught on Israel THOSE WE ARE MISSING: The hostages and victims whose fate is still unknown Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves. IMAGE: Palestinians line up for a meal in Rafah, Gaza Strip, on March 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Fatima Shbair)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Today's Destination is: Tel Aviv, Israel Today's Misstep- Missing a smooth transfer from one transportation mode to another Travel Advice: Carry a pen   FAQ: One of our Facebook group members asked for locations where she could live for 3-9 months in 2025. She wants tips on renting her condo, renting abroad past the AirBNB. She says she is open to anywhere, walkability, airport nearby, public transportation, and pools for swimming are her priorities. Can I help her?   Yes. Those are some great questions. First, where could you live? Next, rent the condo and then rent something for yourself abroad.   Living-Pick the area you like based on your tastes. I'd select Southeast Asia now because it is reasonably priced and relatively safe, and many English-speaking people live there.    Renting your condo- Finding the right person could be a lot of work. So ask your friends first. Who needs space for up to a year? Work out an arrangement to be away for that period and make a contract, even if it's a friend. Tell as many people in advance as possible so they can spread the word.   Renting abroad- ideally, you could do a house swap. However, that may be difficult. You could also be a pet sitter or house sitter. Line up yourself for one of these options now if you can. You may look into sabbaticalhomes.com   https://www.sabbaticalhomes.com/pricing Today's destination: Israel (split into three parts, Jerusalem, Dead Sea/ Masada, and Tel Aviv. This is part 3 of three.   You will likely arrive at Ben Gurion Airport, which is very modern. It's easy to get around Tel Aviv by train, tram, or bus. I stayed in Jerusalem for my first 5 days in Israel and explored the coastal regions.   https://www.iaa.gov.il/en/     https://israelscaventures.com/2020/08/13/   The next day I went to Cesearia, on the water, a national park.   https://en.parks.org.il/reserve-park/caesarea-national-park/   https://www.padi.com/dive-center/israel/old-caesarea-diving-center/ https://shalomisraeltours.com/diving-caesarea-dive-youve/   Another outing in Tel Aviv was a peaceful protest in Pardes Hana that I attended with kids and dogs in front of the town's municipal building. Today's Misstep- Missing a smooth transfer from one transportation mode to another   https://www.theguardian.com/cities/2018/jun/08/tel-avivs-central-bus-station-theres-a-society-inside-the-building Today's Travel Advice- Carry a pen   Connect with Dr. Travelbest 5 Steps to Solo Travel website Dr. Mary Travelbest X Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest onYouTube In the news  

This week on Unorthodox, we're sharing stories from Israel. We'll hear firsthand from those who have faced unspeakable tragedy, and acted with incredible bravery since the terror attack on Oct. 7. You'll hear from someone who escaped the NOVA music festival, friends donating supplies in Tel Aviv, and a report from the missing persons center near Ben Gurion Airport, where Israelis are coming in droves to look for information about their loved ones.  This episode features a rendition of “Avinu Malkeinu” performed by Regina Spektor, and “Eli, Eli” sung by from Jenny Penkin and J.Lamotta. Listen to the Testimonies Archive for more eyewitness audio accounts from the Hamas massacre in Israel, and read Tablet's coverage of the war here. Reach us at unorthodox@tabletmag.com, or leave a voicemail at our listener line: (914) 570-4869.  Check out our Unorthodox tees, mugs, and hoodies at tabletstudios.com.  Find out about our upcoming events at tabletmag.com/unorthodoxlive. To book us for a live show or event, email Tanya Singer at tsinger@tabletmag.com. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get new episodes, photos, and more. Join our Facebook group, and follow Unorthodox on Twitter and Instagram.  Unorthodox is produced by Tablet Studios. Check out all of our podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts.

Today's Headlines: As the Israel-Hamas conflict intensifies into its 5th day, President Biden delivered a strong condemnation of Hamas's actions, highlighting American casualties and hostages, while concerns surrounding intelligence failures and potential Iranian involvement in the attack came to the forefront. Concurrently, cyberattacks played a role in the conflict, targeting key institutions, including the Jerusalem Post, Ben Gurion Airport, and the RedAlert app. The Supreme Court's decision to maintain media defamation protections, as established in the New York Times vs. Sullivan case, underscored the legal landscape surrounding public figures and defamation claims. North Carolina passed sweeping electoral reforms, altering election board composition, redistricting, voter ID requirements, and early voting procedures, which raised concerns about their impact on accessibility and representation. Meanwhile, Representative George Santos faced a superseding indictment with 10 new felony charges, including identity theft, wire fraud, and making false statements. In a landmark move, California became the first state to outlaw four food and drink additives—red dye 3, brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, and propylparaben—linked to various diseases, a decision aligned with similar bans in numerous countries worldwide. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Axios: Biden: 14 Americans killed in Israel, others held hostage by Hamas in Gaza NY Times: Iran's Supreme Leader Issues Tehran's Latest Denial of Involvement in Israel Attacks Axios: Hackers make their mark in Israel-Hamas conflict  Reuters: US Supreme Court turns away challenge to media defamation protections WA Post: North Carolina Republicans override governor's veto on key election law NY Times: Santos Faces New Charges Accusing Him of Lies and Credit Card Fraud  NPR: California becomes the first state to ban 4 food additives linked to disease Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Amanda Duberman and Bridget Schwartz Edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices