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PA Condemns Shofar Blowing on Har HaBayis as ‘Dangerous Tool’
Trump Faces MAGA Backlash For Saying He’ll Let 600,000 Chinese Students Into US
President Trump has drawn criticism from some within his own support base after announcing his intention to permit 600,000 students from China to study in the United States.
“It’s a very important relationship. We’re going to get along good with China,” Trump told reporters on Monday during a meeting with the president of South Korea.
He elaborated further, saying, “I hear so many stories about, ‘We’re not going to allow their students,’” before clarifying, “We’re going to allow their students to come in. We’re going to allow it. It’s very important — 600,000 students. It’s very important.”
This approach represents a shift from the administration’s earlier stance earlier this year when Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that he intended to “aggressively” revoke visas from Chinese students, particularly those “with connections to the Chinese Communist Party or studying in critical fields.”
The president’s willingness to open the door to hundreds of thousands of Chinese students sparked frustration among some conservatives, who argued it clashed with Trump’s long-promoted “America First” philosophy.
“We should not let in 600,000 CHINESE students to attend American colleges and universities that may be loyal to the CCP,” Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) posted on X.
“Why are we allowing 600,000 students from China to replace our American student’s opportunities?” she added. “We should never allow that. And we need more trade school graduates.”
Laura Loomer, a vocal Trump supporter and right-wing activist who has previously influenced administration policy and staffing decisions, voiced sharp opposition to the announcement as well, posting multiple reactions online.
“Nobody, I repeat nobody, wants 600,000 more Chinese ‘students’ aka Communist spies in the United States,” Loomer wrote on X.
“China murdered 1.2 million Americans,” she added, referencing COVID-19. “Now they get to replace us? This cannot happen.”
Michael Flynn Jr., the son of Trump’s former national security adviser Michael Flynn, also weighed in, writing online that Trump’s announcement was “Not what I voted for.”
The topic reached Fox News on Monday night, where host Laura Ingraham pressed Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on her program, The Ingraham Angle.
“Mr. Secretary, with all due respect, how is allowing 600,000 students from the communist country of China putting America first?” she asked, highlighting the long-standing concern among many conservatives.
Lutnick defended the administration’s decision, arguing that without the influx of Chinese students, American students would be able to fill spots at more competitive schools, but “the bottom 15 percent of universities and colleges would go out of business in America.”
Trump’s remarks come as he continues to highlight his relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping amid ongoing trade negotiations between Washington and Beijing. Earlier this year, the two countries imposed significant tariffs on each other’s goods, though both sides have since agreed to ease rates during continued talks.
The president also revealed on Monday that he hopes to travel to China later this year or “shortly thereafter.”
{Matzav.com}
The Kretchnif-Sigeter Rebbe zt”l
It is with great sadness that Matzav.com reports the petirah of Rav Zeida Eliezer Zev Rosenbaum zt”l, the Kretchnif-Sigeter Rebbe. The Rebbe was 75 years old.
The rebbe was niftar on Tuesday at Shaarei Tzedek Medical Center in Yerushalayim after suffering a severe stroke this past Shabbos. Despite fervent tefillos from thousands and the addition of the name Baruch as a segulah for his recovery, his neshamah ascended to Shamayim.
Born in Kiryat Ata (then Kfar Ata) on Pesach, 5710 (1950), the Rebbe was the second son of Rav Tzvi Hirsch Rosenbaum, widely known as Reb Hershele of Kretchnif, and his mother, Rebbetzin Shifra, daughter of the Dvar Chaim of Nadvorna. From his earliest years, he was steeped in the ways of kedushah and avodas Hashem, growing up under the influence of two illustrious dynasties, Kretchnif and Nadvorna.
He began his learning in the local cheder in Kiryat Ata and later continued at the Satmar cheder in Haifa. As a young bochur, he studied in his father’s yeshiva in Kfar Ata and subsequently attended Yeshivas Kochav MiYaakov-Tchebin in Yerushalayim, where he became known for his extraordinary diligence and yiras Shamayim.
He married Rebbetzin Frimet, daughter of Rav Yechezkel Shraga Meretz of the United States. Following her passing in 1998, the Rebbe remarried to a daughter of the gaon and tzaddik Rav Ephraim Fishel Brauch, Av Beis Din of Meda.
The Rebbe initially settled in Williamsburg, where he served as rov of the Kretchnif-Sighet kehillah. Upon the passing of his father, Rav Hershele, in 2006, he was crowned as Rebbe alongside his brother, the Kretchnif Rebbe of Yerushalayim. In 2009, he inaugurated a new beis medrash in Williamsburg, establishing a strong makom Torah and tefillah for his chassidim there.
In addition to leading the kehillah in the United States, the Rebbe expanded the Kretchnif-Sighet presence in Yerushalayim and Beit Shemesh, opening additional batei medrash and cultivating vibrant Torah communities. In 2016, the Rebbe returned to Yerushalayim permanently, setting up his court on Rechov Rappaport in the Beis Yisroel neighborhood. In 2018, he founded the Masmidim Yeshiva Nachlas Tzvi in memory of his father and established the Amud HaYomi initiative, promoting daily structured Gemara learning across the kehillah.
The Rebbe was renowned for his fiery avodah and uplifting tishen, following the traditions of his illustrious father. His Shabbos tishen, held deep into the night — often until after alos hashachar — drew hundreds who came to bask in the light of his Torah and kedushah. His divrei Torah, especially during seudah shlishis and the special weeks of Shovavim, were legendary, often extending for nearly an hour and inspiring his chassidim to new heights in their avodas Hashem.
His Torah was collected and published in Raza D’emuna — an acronym formed from his name — and additional weekly compilations titled Lehavos Eish included his teachings alongside those of his father.
Each year during the Nine Days, the Rebbe would travel to Ukraine to daven at the kever of Rav Mordchele of Nadvorna in Bistritz, connecting deeply to his ancestral roots.
The Rebbe is survived by a distinguished family of bnei Torah, including his sons:
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Rav Naftali Hertzkah Yitzchok Rosenbaum, Rav of Beis Medrash Kretchnif-Sighet in Beit Shemesh
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Rav Yechezkel Shraga Rosenbaum, Rav of the Kretchnif-Sighet Beis Medrash in Williamsburg
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Rav Nissan Chaim Mordechai Rosenbaum, a prominent Breslover mashpia
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Rav Meir Aryeh Leib Rosenbaum, son-in-law of the Shendishover Rebbe
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Rav Yoel Zusman Rosenbaum, son-in-law of the Bistritzer Rebbe in Canada
Among his sons-in-law are leading rabbanim and dayanim, including:
Rav Dovid Tzvi Kahn of Toldos Aharon Beis Shemesh, Rav Aharon Kahn of Toldos Aharon Monsey, Rav Chaim Eliyahu Yoel Ilowitz of Williamsburg, Rav Chaim Meir Schneiblag, Av Beis Din Strelishk, Rav Shmuel Halevi Rottenberg of Salkah Monsey, and Rav Aharon Teitelbaum.
He is also survived by his brother, the Kretchnifer Rebbe of Yerushalayim, and his sister, Rebbetzin Reitza Bracha Rabinowitz of Biala Bnei Brak, wife of the Biala Rebbe.
Yehi zichro boruch.
{Matzav.com Israel}
IDF Probe: Hamas Used Nasser Hospital Camera to Target Troops
The IDF has released the preliminary findings from its investigation into the strike near Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis, which took place on Monday, August 25, 2025. The report was presented on Tuesday to IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir by Southern Command leader MG Yaniv Asor.
According to the findings, soldiers from the Golani Brigade, operating in the Khan Yunis region to dismantle Hamas infrastructure, identified a camera that had been placed by Hamas close to the Nasser Hospital. The IDF determined that the camera was being used to monitor IDF troop movements in order to assist in launching attacks. The conclusion was based on both intelligence pointing to Hamas’ use of the hospital for operational purposes since the start of the war and broader documentation of hospitals being used by terror groups during the conflict.
In response, the soldiers targeted and destroyed the camera to remove the threat. The inquiry confirmed that the operation’s objective was to neutralize the surveillance device and prevent it from being used to facilitate future attacks.
After reviewing the report, LTG Zamir directed the investigation to continue and stressed that Hamas and other terror groups have repeatedly exploited civilian infrastructure, including medical facilities such as Nasser Hospital, for intelligence-gathering and operational activities.
Zamir added that six of those killed in the strike were confirmed terrorists, including one individual who had participated in the October 7th infiltration into Israeli territory. He expressed sorrow over any unintended civilian casualties resulting from the operation.
The inquiry will now move into a deeper review of two main areas: the process of approving the strike—including the authorization timeline and the type of ammunition used—and the decision-making on the ground by the troops involved.
The Chief of Staff emphasized once again that the IDF’s policy remains focused on targeting only military objectives while taking steps to minimize harm to civilians.
{Matzav.com}
Yerushalayim Man Arrested For Painting ‘There Is A Holocaust In Gaza’ Graffiti In The Holy Sepulchre
Israel Police confirmed on Tuesday that a Yerushalayim resident was arrested on suspicion of spray-painting the words “There is a Holocaust in Gaza” on one of the walls of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Old City of Yerushalayim.
The incident comes just a few weeks after the same phrase was discovered spray-painted on the Kosel. Authorities believe the two events may be connected and suspect that the 27-year-old detainee could be responsible for both cases.
According to the police report, officers noticed a suspicious individual roaming near one of the Old City entrances. The man was later detained close to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, where police found a can of spray paint in his possession.
Authorities added that security footage from Yerushalayim’s surveillance cameras helped confirm that the suspect was the person who had sprayed the graffiti inside the church, which read, “There is a Holocaust in Gaza.”
The suspect was taken into custody and is facing a pending court case as the investigation continues.
Initial findings from the investigation indicate that this same 27-year-old individual is also responsible for the graffiti found on the Kosel earlier this month.
During that earlier case, a judge at the Yerushalayim Magistrate’s Court denied a police request to keep the suspect in custody for an extended period in connection with the vandalism at both the Kosel and the Great Synagogue.
The judge ruled that there was no justification to delay the investigation by keeping the suspect detained.
Police had originally sought an additional five days of detention, arguing that the suspect posed a potential risk and could interfere with the inquiry. However, a statement from authorities confirmed that the 27-year-old, a Ramot resident, would instead be released under restrictive conditions.
Rav Shmuel Rabinowitz, rov of the Kosel and mekomos hakedoshim, strongly condemned the incident. “A holy place is not a place to express protests,” he said, calling on police to locate those responsible and take proper action.
{Matzav.com Israel}
License Plate Reader Firm Suspends Work With Federal Agencies Over Data-Sharing Concerns
Palestinian Authority Claims: Shofar Blowing a ‘Dangerous Tool’ at Al-Aqsa
The Yerushalayim branch of the Palestinian Authority issued a statement warning about what it described as “the dangers inherent in blowing the shofar in the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound” as the month of Elul begins.
According to the official announcement, shofar blowing is “not merely a religious ritual,” but rather “a dangerous tool through which Israel seeks to impose its sovereignty and alter the historical and legal status of the Al-Aqsa Mosque.”
The statement further accused “extremist Temple Mount loyalist organizations” of organizing these actions with the support of Israeli police, calling it “a direct attack on the Islamic identity of the mosque and a blatant violation of international law.”
The district’s statement also highlighted the symbolic meaning of the shofar in Jewish history, claiming it represents victory and dominance. It referenced the shofar blown by Rabbi Shlomo Goren following the liberation of the Old City of Yerushalayim during the Six Day War as an example.
According to the Palestinian Authority, the current shofar blowing is part of an effort “imposing a new reality that undermines the Islamic identity of the compound” and is intended to pave the way for dividing the Har Habayis area by both time and space. The statement warned that this is connected to broader attempts to Judaize the site, establish it as a place of Jewish worship, and eventually construct the Bais Hamikdosh.
{Matzav.com Israel}
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Ozempic Teeth: Dentists Warn Of New GLP-1 Side Effect
Patients using Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications are reporting a dental issue that isn’t listed among the drugs’ commonly known side effects.
Dentists are warning about a condition being referred to as “Ozempic teeth.” According to Adam Taylor, an anatomy professor at Lancaster University, who wrote about the topic for The Conversation, medications like Ozempic and Wegovy can cause dry mouth because the active ingredient, semaglutide, impacts the salivary glands. These drugs can also reduce thirst, leading people to drink less water.
The combination of reduced saliva production and lower water intake raises the likelihood of cavities and gum disease, explained Dr. Rajpal Anjali, a cosmetic dentist at Beverly Hills Dental Arts.
Complicating matters further, some individuals experience additional side effects such as vomiting and acid reflux, which can erode tooth enamel over time. “Most users tolerate GLP-1 medications like Ozempic without serious oral health issues, but a subset experience notable side effects such as dry mouth, nausea, or vomiting, which can indirectly affect teeth and gums,” said Anjali.
Anjali noted that warning signs of dental problems may include increased tooth sensitivity, dry mouth, visible enamel erosion, gum irritation, receding gums, and slower healing after dental work. She advised that anyone taking a GLP-1 drug should inform their dentist so they can receive specialized care if necessary.
“Dentists should also be aware of these potential risks and monitor patients accordingly, especially in the first few months after starting the medication,” Anjali added.
Unlike other side effects associated with GLP-1 medications, the dental damage caused by “Ozempic teeth” may not be reversible even if the medication is discontinued.
To lower the risk, Taylor suggests increasing water intake and chewing sugar-free gum to stimulate saliva production for those experiencing dry mouth as a result of the medication.
{Matzav.com}
Breslov Rav Warns: “Hundreds And Thousands Will Shut Down Ben Gurion Airport”
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IDF Drops Evacuation Leaflets in Jabalia, Northern Gaza
Protesters Block Highway 1, Daniel Interchange Closed
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