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In a surprising twist to New York City’s heated mayoral race, even leading Democrats are rallying behind stronger policing measures — a move seen as a direct pushback against the far-left policies of democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani.

Andrew Cuomo, who’s making a political comeback as an independent after being shut out of the Democratic primary, threw his weight behind outgoing Mayor Eric Adams’ ambitious proposal to swell the NYPD ranks by 5,000 officers. Cuomo framed the plan as a long-overdue response to what he called an unsustainable staffing crisis inside the police department.

“We’re losing police officers at one of the highest rates of attrition because they’re so short-staffed, they have to work all the time,” Cuomo said, according to the New York Post. “Hiring 5,000 police officers will actually give them enough staff where people can work normal shifts.”

Under Adams’ plan, the NYPD would grow from under 34,000 officers to roughly 40,000 by 2029 — the largest the force has been in nearly two decades. The proposal, which requires City Council approval, would cost $17.8 million in the upcoming fiscal year and balloon to about $315.8 million by the end of the decade.

Cuomo used the initiative as a political cudgel against Mamdani, slamming him for his anti-policing record and his vocal support for the “defund the police” movement. Cuomo, a former three-term governor, accused Mamdani of putting radical ideology over public safety.

“Either Mamdani knows more about public safety than Mayor Adams — who served 22 years as a police officer — or he’s just pushing ideology,” Cuomo charged. “Socialists are against the police.”

Sensing political danger, Mamdani has tried to soften his stance in recent weeks, walking back earlier comments and apologizing “for the language I’ve used.” He’s since proposed creating a $1.1 billion Department of Community Safety to handle nonviolent mental health emergencies, while promising to retain current Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch if elected.

Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa, meanwhile, wasted no time blasting both Cuomo and Mamdani, arguing that the two left-leaning politicians share responsibility for the city’s decline.

“Andrew Cuomo, the one that you’re flirting with, said he would leave New York City and flee to Florida if he loses next week,” Sliwa told Newsmax’s “Finnerty.” “I fight for what I know is right. Improve, don’t move. If I happen to lose to Zohran Mamdani, I become his worst nightmare.”

“I pitch my Republican flag and my law and order values, and I fight, fight, fight. That’s what Republicans do — we don’t surrender, we don’t retreat, and we don’t drop out,” Sliwa declared.

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Hours after a frantic search was launched for Israel’s Chief Military Prosecutor, Major General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, police confirmed Sunday night that she had been located alive and in stable condition.

Authorities said Tomer-Yerushalmi managed to make contact with her husband, who immediately notified police of her whereabouts. She was discovered roughly one kilometer from the main search area and was promptly transported for a medical evaluation.

Earlier in the day, widespread concern erupted when she failed to make contact since morning. Police initiated a large-scale operation, quickly joined by the IDF, as the Chief of Staff ordered the military’s Operations Directorate to utilize all available assets to find her. Helicopters, boats, and flares were deployed across the coastline.

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir personally reached out to Police Commissioner Daniel Levi for continuous updates on the search efforts. The operation was concentrated around HaTsuk Beach in Tel Aviv, where her car had been discovered running and abandoned. Near the vehicle, search teams reportedly uncovered what appeared to be a suicide note, intensifying fears for her safety.

Tomer-Yerushalmi was expected to face questioning in the coming days over allegations including obstruction of justice, mishandling classified information, and giving false testimony.

Her disappearance came on the heels of a political firestorm sparked by her resignation and its connection to the controversial leak of footage allegedly showing abuse of detainees at the Sde Teiman base. During Sunday’s Cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not hold back his criticism.

“The incident in Sde Teiman caused immense damage to the image of the State of Israel and the IDF, to our soldiers. This is perhaps the most severe public relations attack that the State of Israel has experienced since its establishment. I do not recall one so focused with such intensity. This demands an independent, impartial investigation, and I expect such an investigation to be carried out,” the Prime Minister stated.

According to reports, Tomer-Yerushalmi acknowledged her role in the leak in her resignation letter, a move that provoked widespread backlash and ignited heated political debate.

Likud spokesman Guy Levy unleashed a scathing statement against the Attorney General, saying, “All this madness we are seeing now is the direct result of the crazy investigation disruption that the Attorney General is carrying out for over two weeks. She did not arrest the Advocate-General, did not take her mobile devices, did not take her statement, and did not even put her in protective custody. The Attorney General must be arrested tonight!”

MK Tzvi Succot of Religious Zionism took to social media to demand accountability, tweeting, “In a country where security was increased at the time for the Military Advocate-General when she ordered Force 100 arrested and the investigation of the Prime Minister’s associates for leaking, someone needs to explain how there was at least no close surveillance on her.”

Other coalition lawmakers echoed similar sentiments, urging authorities to detain Tomer-Yerushalmi and other prosecution officials “for her safety and to ensure that the truth can be investigated.”

Tensions escalated further when protest leader Shkama Bresler posted a false report claiming that Tomer-Yerushalmi had died, accusing the Netanyahu government of driving her to suicide and adding “R.I.P.” to her message. Police Commissioner Levi has ordered an investigation into Bresler’s post.

Opposition leaders called for restraint. Blue and White chief Benny Gantz reacted to the news with a message of reflection, tweeting, “This is a wake-up call for all of us – we all need to stop for introspection.”

Meanwhile, MK Simcha Rothman, chair of the Constitution Committee, and MK Boaz Bismuth, head of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, announced that their joint session scheduled for Monday — focused on potential conflicts of interest in the Force 100 investigation — would be postponed in light of the day’s developments.

The Generation of Victory reservists’ organization also issued a statement saying it would cancel a planned protest outside Tomer-Yerushalmi’s residence out of respect for the ongoing situation.

By evening’s end, what began as a desperate search had turned into a wave of relief — and renewed political turmoil — as one of Israel’s most controversial figures was found alive amid a storm still far from over.

{Matzav.com}

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The Toldos Avrohom Yitzchok Rebbe, Rav Shmuel Yaakov Kohn, lost consciousness on Sunday following a dialysis treatment and is currently hospitalized at Hadassah Ein Kerem in Yerushalayim.

His condition has since been stabilized, but doctors and chassidim alike are urging heartfelt tefillos for his recovery.

According to reports received by Matzav.com, the Rebbe lost consciousness for about a minute at the end of the dialysis session, prompting immediate concern and an emergency response by medical staff. Thankfully, physicians were able to restore his condition to a stable state.

The Rebbe recently underwent a cardiac catheterization during Chol HaMoed Sukkos. Since Yom Tov, he has suffered severe pain, leading to multiple hospitalizations at both Assuta Medical Center and Hadassah Ein Kerem.

The public is requested to continue to daven for Shmuel Yaakov ben Yenta.

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Iran said that although it is prepared to engage in talks about its nuclear ambitions, its missile program is not up for discussion.

“We are ready to talk to address concerns about our nuclear program. We emphasize the peaceful nature of our nuclear program. It is possible to reach a fair agreement, but Washington has set impossible and unacceptable preconditions,” Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told Al Jazeera.

He added, “There will be no negotiations on our missile program. It would be foolish if one hands over his weapons.”

The top diplomat moreover stated that his country is “prepared for any scenario” in the wake of its 12-day war with Israel in June. Tehran expects “hostile behavior from the Zionist regime. We are at the apex of preparedness at all levels. Israel will suffer another defeat in any future war,” he said.

“We have gained a lot of experience from the recent war and tested our missiles in a real battle,” Araghchi continued. “If the Zionist regime launches an attack, it will come with dire consequences for it.”

The 10-year nuclear deal between Iran and world powers expired on Oct. 18, with Tehran announcing it is no longer bound by the 2015 agreement.

Under the deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), financial sanctions on Iran were lifted in return for promised limitations on its nuclear program.

Since the war’s conclusion, which also saw the involvement of the U.S. in bombing Iran’s nuclear facilities of Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan on June 21, Tehran has refused to cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the United Nation’s nuclear watchdog.

This prompted the United Nations, led by Britain, France and Germany, to on Sept. 27 reimpose international sanctions on Iran under the “snapback” mechanism built into the 2015 JCPOA nuclear deal. The mechanism restored restrictions on arms transfers, missile technology and sensitive financial dealings.

Araghchi told Al Jazeera that “The activation of the snapback mechanism by the Europeans is illegal and there is no international consensus on sanctions against us. Our priority is to strengthen relations with neighboring countries and we are ready to engage with the West without any dictates.”

The minister also talked about Iran’s stock of enriched uranium, whose fate was the object of much speculation in the wake of the war.

“Nuclear materials remain buried under the rubble of bombed nuclear facilities and have not been moved elsewhere,” Araghchi said. “Our nuclear buildings and equipment are damaged, but our technology remains intact,” he added. JNS

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BREAKING UPDATE: Israel Police say that Military Advocate General Maj. Gen. Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi is alive and well. She has reportedly contacted her husband.

Authorities launched a comprehensive search today for Major General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, Israel’s chief military prosecutor, after she failed to make contact from her home early in the day.

The Israel Defense Forces has been pressed into service under orders from the Chief of Staff, who directed the Operations Directorate to deploy every available resource — including helicopters, boats and flares — to locate her as quickly as possible.

Investigators are focusing on the area around HaTzuk Beach in Tel Aviv, where her running vehicle was discovered abandoned near the shoreline. Search teams also say they uncovered what appears to be a suicide note on site.

In the days ahead, Tomer-Yerushalmi was scheduled to face an investigation into allegations of obstructing justice, improperly removing classified documents and offering false testimony.

At Sunday’s cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu described Tomer-Yerushalmi as responsible for “the greatest public diplomacy disaster ever,” citing the leakage of footage that allegedly showed abuse of detainees at the Sde Teiman military base. He said: “The incident in Sde Teiman caused immense damage to the image of the State of Israel and the IDF, to our soldiers. This is perhaps the most severe public relations attack that the State of Israel has experienced since its establishment. I do not recall one so focused with such intensity. This demands an independent, impartial investigation, and I expect such an investigation to be carried out.”

Tomer-Yerushalmi acknowledged responsibility for the leak in her resignation letter, a move that triggered significant public outcry.

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In an unusual new decree, Hamas authorities in Gaza have announced a ban on restaurants serving shawarma, claiming that such establishments are monopolizing the local chicken supply.

The move, reported by Channel 12 News, comes as part of a wider campaign by the terror group to reassert its grip on the Strip after months of instability and internal chaos.

According to the report, Hamas enforcement units have forbidden the opening of new shawarma eateries and cleared out makeshift stalls along Salah al-Din Street. The ban, officials said, was motivated by the restaurants’ “control over the chicken market,” which the group claims has disrupted fair trade.

In parallel, Hamas operatives have begun arresting traders on Gaza’s black market under the guise of “price supervision.” The stated aim of these actions, according to local reports, is to restore a sense of order and remind residents who controls the territory.

Channel 12 also reported that Hamas announced a new crackdown on gas vendors operating outside the group’s legal framework. The organization vowed to act “forcefully” against those selling gas illegally or at inflated prices. All unauthorized distribution points, the statement said, would be shut down, and anyone caught violating official price limits would be arrested.

At the same time, Hamas has ordered increased oversight at officially sanctioned gas stations, portraying the campaign as an effort to “protect the ordinary citizen” and curb the alleged “greed” of private merchants.

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The Force 100 soldiers who were accused in the Sde Teiman affair and their lawyers from the Honenu legal aid organization held a press conference on Sunday for the first time since the exposure of Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi as the culprit in the leak. Attorney Adi Keidar spoke first and demanded that the […]

Ditza Or, the mother of Avinatan Or, one of the 20 hostages released on Hoshanah Rabbah, told Kan News about the abuse the hostages suffered due to the Sde Teiman video leaked by ex-Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi. “The hostages suffered from abuse and harsh revenge when the doctored video of Unit 100 soldiers was […]

At the opening of Sunday’s cabinet meeting, Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu addressed the uproar surrounding the Sdei Teiman incident – in relation to the leak of footage allegedly showing the abuse of detained terrorists at the Sdei Teiman military base – calling it “a massive blow to Israel’s image and to the IDF, perhaps the most severe public relations disaster since the founding of the state.” He emphasized the need for transparency, declaring, “This event requires an independent and impartial investigation, and I expect one to be conducted.”

Netanyahu went on to focus on Israel’s ongoing confrontation with “the Iranian axis,” warning that although Iran and its proxies have taken significant hits, “it is licking its wounds and attempting to recover — and we will continue to deny it that ability.”

Discussing the situation in Gaza, Netanyahu stated that “Hamas has taken crushing blows and is a shadow of what it once was. But we continue operating in four main arenas — first and foremost, the return of the hostages. Hamas’s attempts to deceive Israel, the United States, and the world are pathetic. We will gradually bring all our captives home.”

He noted that the IDF is continuing “to eliminate the remaining Hamas pockets in Rafah and Khan Younis,” and made clear that “if there is any attempt to harm our forces, we strike back at the terrorists and their organizations. We report to the Americans, but we do not ask permission — Israel’s ultimate security responsibility remains in our hands.”

The prime minister reiterated Israel’s commitment to completely dismantling Hamas’s arsenal and demilitarizing Gaza. “The disarmament of Hamas and the demilitarization of the Gaza Strip — this is the principle on which President Trump and I agree. If it cannot be achieved one way, it will be achieved another,” he said.

On the northern front, Netanyahu commented that “Hezbollah has taken hits but is trying to recover. We expect the Lebanese government to disarm Hezbollah, but we will exercise our right to self-defense.” Regarding the Houthis in Yemen, he added, “This is not a minor threat — it is a fanatical movement with the ability to produce ballistic missiles. We will do whatever is necessary to remove that threat as well.”

Concluding his remarks, Netanyahu announced a major domestic investment in healthcare infrastructure: “The government has decided to invest over one billion shekels in expanding Soroka Medical Center in Be’er Sheva. We are adding 360 million shekels for the construction of a fortified inpatient tower, in partnership with Clalit Health Services and our friend of Israel, Sylvan Adams.”

Adams, who donated $100 million toward the project, said at the meeting, “It is a great honor for me to contribute to the rebuilding and expansion of Soroka Hospital, which will become a leader in the Middle East. Thank you to the prime minister for your leadership during the most difficult time since the establishment of the state. Am Yisrael Chai.”

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THEY DON’T EVEN HIDE IT ANYMORE: This socialist from New York boasts about casting six votes for Zohran Mamdani, openly confessing to election fraud on video.

Israeli authorities announced Sunday that a 14-year-old Tel Aviv resident has been indicted for alleged affiliation with both Al-Qaeda and Hamas, marking one of the youngest cases of terror-related charges in Israel’s history. According to the indictment, the minor is accused of contacting a foreign agent, transmitting information to the enemy, and expressing intent to […]

The IDF has reportedly started recalling Chinese cars previously given to senior officers following security concerns, after earlier banning all Chinese vehicles from military bases over fears their sensors and cameras could collect sensitive information. So far around 700 cars—mostly the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, which had been offered to lieutenant colonels and colonels with […]

Please say Tehillim for the Toldos Avrohom Yitzchak Rebbe, whose condition turned critical a short while ago. He has been hospitalized for the past week and his condition deteriorated the past few hours. Doctors at Hadassa Hospital have reportedly stabilized his condition. Please say Tehillim for Shmuel Yaakov ben Yenta.

Sec. Scott Bessent: “The best way for SNAP benefits to get paid is for five Democrats to cross the aisle and reopen the government.”

The Bloomberg Billionaire Index reveals that six of the world’s ten wealthiest people are Jewish, a striking reflection of their influence across the tech and business landscape. The newest addition to the elite list is Michael Dell, head of Dell Technologies, who climbed into tenth place.

Dell’s fortune, now estimated at $164 billion, secured his entry into the exclusive top ten. Leading the global rankings is Elon Musk, whose wealth is valued at $469 billion.

Just behind Musk sits Oracle founder Larry Ellison, the highest-ranking Jewish billionaire on the list, with an estimated $323 billion to his name. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos follows in third place.

Next come three Jewish innovators in a row: Alphabet co-founder Larry Page, holding $244 billion; Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg, worth $229 billion; and Sergey Brin, also of Alphabet fame, with $228 billion.

Rounding out the Jewish representation among the top ten are Steve Ballmer, the former Microsoft CEO, valued at $178 billion in eighth place, and Michael Dell, whose recent surge in wealth has propelled him to number ten.

{Matzav.com}

> Who says you can’t start your morning with coffee on vibrant Jaffa Street,and end the day in quiet prayer at the Western Wall? > Who says you can’t soak in the colors and flavors of the shuk, the lights and energy of the city, and still feel Jerusalem’s eternal soul just steps from your […]

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