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Tyler Robinson, Charlie Kirk’s murderer, was formally read his charges in a Utah court.

Transport Minister Miri Regev has given the green light for Uber to begin operating in Israel, paving the way for ordinary drivers to carry paying passengers.

Up until now, Israeli law restricted passenger transport for payment exclusively to licensed taxi drivers who both own a taxi and hold a special “green number.” The fares are determined by government regulations.

The newly approved plan sets the timeline for Uber’s launch in Israel for the first quarter of 2026.

Kfir Ben Zino, head of the National Taxi Drivers Association, reacted furiously to the announcement. “I would be underestimating the situation if I said that there is going to be a world war here. Miri Regev, I promise you – in the next primaries you will no longer be the Minister of Transportation.”

Zohar Golan, who chairs the Taxi Drivers’ Association within the Histadrut’s independent forum, also voiced outrage. “If you want to bring order into the sector of passenger transportation by car, then change the law and make full equality also for taxi drivers who are currently required to comply with a long series of laws and regulations, including extensive and expensive training.”

He added sharp criticism of the government’s motives, saying, “The real question is what is ‘hiding’ behind ‘Uber’s’ introduction in Israel? It is clear that what is happening here is an attempt to legalize a non-kosher situation. This is a move that will legitimize all illegal drivers in Israel, which of course exists mainly in the chareidi sector. This is the truth that Miri Regev is trying to hide.”

Golan insisted that the transportation minister’s reasoning is politically driven rather than based on improving service. “She is not showing a sudden interest in the Uber service. All she wants is to find a solution for a group of potential voters and the chareidi pressure group ahead of the upcoming elections. Regev is not worried about the state of public transportation, but is trying to ‘legalize criminals through the back door to amass personal political gain,’” he concluded.

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President Trump on US Ambassador to the UK Warren Stephens: “Our fantastic ambassador — we appreciate the job he’s doing. He’s done really well. The relationships are great and he’s been outstanding, so I want to thank him for welcoming us… Tomorrow’s going to be a very big day.”

NOW: Tyler Robinson makes first court appearance since Charlie Kirk assasination.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio: “There’s no shortage of idiots around the world who think it’s a great idea to murder someone. Why would we give a visa to those who think it’s good that someone was murdered in the public square? It’s just common sense. We don’t want them here.”

President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump deplane at London Stansted Airport — officially kicking off their unprecedented second state visit to the United Kingdom.

Stocks slipped on Tuesday as investors took profits ahead of a closely watched Federal Reserve meeting, with the S&P 500 down 0.1% after earlier hitting a record, the Dow dropping 185 points (0.4%), and the Nasdaq near flat. Key tech leaders including Nvidia, Palantir, Microsoft, and Alphabet all retreated, as the two-day Fed meeting—expected to announce the first rate cut since December—gets underway.

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic candidate leading the race for New York City mayor, intends to overturn Mayor Eric Adams’ decision to implement the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism, according to the New York Post.

His campaign spokesperson, Dora Pekec, explained: “A Mamdani administration will approach antisemitism in line with the Biden Administration’s National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism, a strategy that emphasizes education, community engagement, and accountability to reverse the normalization of antisemitism and promote open dialogue.”

In June, Mayor Adams signed an executive order adopting the IHRA definition as part of his response to the sharp rise in antisemitism following the October 7, 2023 Hamas terror attack.

“Antisemitism is a vile disease that’s been spreading across our nation and our city. What’s worse, since Hamas’ terror attacks on October 7, 2023, we have seen this hateful rhetoric become normalized on our campuses, in our communities, and online as antisemitic propaganda far too often masquerades as ‘activism,’” Adams declared at the time.

Police data indicates that more than half of hate crimes in New York City target Jews, despite Jews accounting for only a little over ten percent of the city’s residents.

The IHRA definition, which has garnered broad Jewish backing and has been formally adopted by most U.S. states, provides examples of when anti-Israel rhetoric crosses into antisemitism. First adopted on May 26, 2016, it includes 11 examples, such as “denying the Jewish people their right to self-determination, e.g., by claiming that the existence of a State of Israel is a racist endeavor” and “holding Jews collectively responsible for actions of the State of Israel.”

It further clarifies that criticism of Israel comparable to the criticism of any other nation is not antisemitic.

Mamdani, who identifies as a Democratic Socialist, has been outspoken in his anti-Israel activism. On October 8, 2023, the day after Hamas’ massacre, he publicly attacked Israel instead of condemning Hamas. He has also avoided denouncing the slogan “globalize the Intifada,” which many view as a direct call for violence, particularly against Jews.

He backs the BDS movement against Israel and has even pledged to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu if Netanyahu were to visit New York City while he serves as mayor.

Rabbi Joseph Potasnik, executive vice president of the New York Board of Rabbis, sharply criticized Mamdani’s stance, saying: “I’m afraid to hear what definition he will use…In his world, what does it take to be an antisemite? If you can’t condemn Hamas, what is the definition of antisemitism?”

Adams’ campaign spokesperson Todd Shapiro likewise denounced Mamdani’s plan, describing his move as “shameful, dangerous, and deeply out of touch with the values of New Yorkers.”

“This definition was not dreamed up in a political backroom — it was adopted by the White House, embraced by governments across the globe, and put in place by Mayor Adams earlier this year to protect Jewish New Yorkers from the very real surge in antisemitic hate they face every single day,” Shapiro added.

A Quinnipiac University poll released recently shows Mamdani with a strong 22-point advantage in the four-way contest for City Hall.

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Fox News host Mark Levin and his wife appeared at the Tel Aviv district court on Tuesday in a show of support for Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu. At the start of his testimony, Netanyahu announced the launch of the IDF’s ground operation in Gaza City. During his testimony, he received an envelope from his aide. After leaving the court briefly, Netanyahu told the judges he had to leave early to manage the war. In an exclusive interview with Channel 14’s legal correspondent Yair Altman, Levin said, “I came to show support because this is a witch hunt. Something like this would never happen in the US. This spectacle—to see the Prime Minister receive an envelope, go out, and be required to explain to the judges why he has to end his testimony early while he is managing a war—is an unbelievable sight. I will report to our viewers at home and continue to support Israel.” It should be noted that the court recently ruled that the prime minister must appear for testimony three times a week, despite the fierce opposition of Netanyahu and his followers. The fact that the trumped-up cases against him have been falling apart little by little and that Netanyahu is the leader of a country at battle on seven fronts did not interest the judges. This is not the first time that Levin has strongly criticized the judicial system in Israel. In the past, he said that it is the “worst court in the world of any court he has ever known.” “‘Deep State’ is too passive an expression to explain your deceitful court,” Levin elaborated. “Your Supreme Court reminds me of the old Soviet Politburo—they appoint themselves, pretend to be guardians of the law, but in fact, they have taken the power from the people.” “They wrap themselves in black robes and claim they are carrying out justice, but in practice, they have deprived Israelis of democracy. The citizens of Israel now live under judicial tyranny—it’s that simple. There is no such thing in Western culture; there never was, and it does not exist.” (YWN Israel Desk—Jerusalem)

Israeli Defense Minister Yisroel Katz paid a visit to the 162nd Division, which has launched its offensive inside Gaza City, where he met with the division’s senior officers.

Katz was given a detailed overview of the division’s ongoing operations in the city and expressed strong admiration for the accomplishments of the soldiers and commanders.

“I am full of appreciation for what this division has done until now. Right now we are at the most significant point to win this campaign. From Hamas we need only two things and it will not give them willingly, to release all the hostages and to disarm,” the minister said during his address.

He went on to explain, “the greater the intensity of the offensive here, firstly it directly weakens and decides Hamas and it also creates a larger leverage to free the hostages. Only when we decided that we were taking control of Gaza did they return to discuss what they were not prepared to before.”

Turning to the soldiers, Katz issued a direct message: “I will give you now a single clear message. The assault must be at full force for one consideration only – to protect the forces, your soldiers, the commanders here. This is the only consideration at the moment of assault. To employ all means at full force to protect Israeli forces.”

He stressed the strategic importance of the current battle. “We want to take control of the city of Gaza because it is today the main symbol of Hamas’s rule. Today if Gaza falls, they will fall. And if they fall we can shorten the path to the objectives we want more quickly.”

Katz also directed his words toward Gaza’s residents. “The killers, the Sinwar brothers, destroyed Gaza, and if Izz ad-Din al-Haddad continues like this, he will destroy Gaza. This is what should be known will happen in the end. They will pay the price and Gaza will be destroyed and will become a grave for those who murdered, raped, burned children, and committed all the acts of atrocity.”

Reflecting on the broader campaign, he remarked: “In the end this is a test of capabilities, of will and of achievements. If you and the other divisions act as you have and continue, I think there is also a breaking point that I hope we will reach and save much in the way to achieve the goal. I want to thank you, wish you also a good year, much health, security and success. Thank you very much.”

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Oded Ailam, who once led the Counterterrorism Division in the Mossad and is now a researcher at the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs (JCFA), addressed the paradoxical role played by Qatar. While it presents itself as a neutral mediator, he argued, it simultaneously bankrolls groups engaged in terrorism.

“Qatar has developed a unique formula – almost like a global start-up – comparable to Charlie Chaplin sending a boy to break windows and then coming to fix them,” Ailam told Arutz Sheva-Israel National News. “They created a model that enables Qatar to be a dominant player on the world stage. Today Qatar is a diplomatic, economic, and media empire, deliberately built to become a central actor internationally.”

He explained that this strategy has yielded impressive results. “Qatar now mediates between the Taliban and the Americans, Jabhat al-Nusra in Syria, in Nigeria, and elsewhere. Qatar is the middleman – and the mediator always profits in influence, visibility, and power. It’s no coincidence they hosted the World Cup and now aspire to host the 2036 Olympics. They receive prestige and status as global peacemakers.”

At the same time, Ailam warned that Qatar’s influence comes with a dark side. He described its rise as “skyrocketed on steroids” but noted the state’s steady backing of extremist groups. “From al-Qaeda to ISIS to Hamas – all have benefited from Qatari support. In 2012, Syria expelled Hamas leaders, who then moved to Qatar where they have lived in five-star conditions. Since then, Qatar has transferred some $1.8 billion to Hamas, money that built the terrorist organization. Qatar is the patron of Hamas’ agenda, with Al Jazeera serving as its mouthpiece.”

He further asserted that videos of hostages circulated by Hamas were actually produced by Al Jazeera crews. He recalled that mere hours after the October 7 massacre, the Qatari foreign minister blamed Israel. “Qatar has never held Hamas accountable for torpedoing talks. They are a uniquely negative factor.”

According to Ailam, Israel itself fell into the trap of Qatar’s diplomatic charm. “Israel was somewhat enchanted by the Qatari charm offensive, and now we see the results,” he said, cautioning against future scandals that could be likened to “Qatargate.” “Our systems allowed this false dance to continue, permitting Qatar to pose as an honest broker when it is neither. Hostage releases came not from Qatari initiatives but from Israeli military pressure. Moreover, the hardest-line negotiators sit in Qatar, not Gaza. They harden positions – the opposite of what should have happened if Qatar really wielded moderating influence. There is reason to suspect Qatar itself is pushing intransigence.”

He emphasized that Qatar’s strategy is rooted in patience. “They calculate time works in Hamas’ favor. They see global pressure on Israel, the shifting world consciousness, and understand there is no reason to hurry while Israel grows more isolated by the day.”

Ailam also described how Qatar exports radical concepts abroad. “The al-Thani family has extremely radical worldviews. They are not jihadists in the classic sense – they don’t aim to conquer the world under a Qatari caliphate, as they know their limits as a state of 200,000 citizens. But their vision is dominance, and jihad is a tool to advance that ambition.”

That hunger for control is reflected in their investments. “They are buying Europe,” Ailam said. “They purchase anything that could provide leverage – real estate, corporations, football clubs. Reports say they own a third of London’s skyscrapers. They own part of the Empire State Building, a US symbol. Their airline is among the best in the world. And they have developed a very ‘interesting’ branch of buying politicians – by any means necessary, including cryptocurrency.”

He concluded by pointing out that there is already concrete proof of these efforts. “Politicians have been caught and some are on trial, in France and elsewhere. That’s only the tip of the iceberg. A whole system has been operating for years, with direct influence inside EU decision-making. It’s not hard to see why Qatar – a dictatorship with no human rights – was nonetheless awarded the World Cup.”

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A fast-moving investigation led by Boro Park Shomrim has resulted in the dramatic capture of two suspects connected to a citywide necklace robbery pattern. The saga began Thursday evening, when a terrified woman in Boro Park was targeted by a male and female duo in a vehicle, who robbed her of her necklace in what Shomrim later identified as part of a notorious Gypsy-style scam. Within hours, the Shomrim intelligence division mobilized, meticulously reviewing surveillance cameras across the neighborhood and successfully tracing the suspects’ movements. Their relentless effort paid off when they identified the vehicle’s license plate, a critical piece of evidence that was swiftly relayed to the NYPD. By Friday afternoon, the breakthrough came. Officers in the 109th Precinct in Queens spotted the suspect vehicle after a citywide BOLO (Be On the Lookout) was issued based on Shomrim’s intel. A takedown followed, resulting in the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of a massive stash of jewelry inside the car. Sources tell YWN that the pair is linked to an ongoing crime pattern spanning multiple boroughs, where unsuspecting victims have been targeted in nearly identical fashion. Authorities are now working to connect the dots and return stolen property to rightful owners. Boro Park Shomrim praised the seamless collaboration with the NYPD that brought this crime spree to a screeching halt, crediting their volunteers’ tireless work and lightning-fast response for ensuring the suspects did not slip away. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Prime Minister Netanyahu has announced that US President  Trump invited him to meet at the White House on September 29, just three days after Netanyahu’s scheduled address at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. During his economic press conference, Netanyahu revealed the upcoming meeting following reports that his office had requested it. “The invitation came during a phone call on Monday,” Netanyahu stated. He added that he has held several conversations with Trump since Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar, and all of them were “good.” This will mark the fourth meeting between the leaders since Trump’s second term began. When asked whether he notified Trump ahead of the strike, Netanyahu reiterated his stance that the White House version of events was “correct,” emphasizing that Israel was “solely responsible for the strike.” He declined to specifically answer questions regarding the timing of Israel’s warning to the US, amid reports that Trump was informed nearly an hour before the strikes. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Tyler James Robinson has now been indicted for last week’s deadly shooting of conservative figure Charlie Kirk — a crime that could result in execution by firing squad if he is found guilty.

Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray, describing Kirk’s death as “an American tragedy,” laid out the charges at a press conference Tuesday, which include aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing serious injury, and obstruction of justice.

“The murder of Charlie Kirk is an American tragedy” Gray told reporters gathered at the Utah County Health & Justice Building in Provo.

He added, “Charlie Kirk was murdered while engaging in one of our most sacred and cherished American rights — the bedrock of our democratic republic — the free exchange of ideas in a search for truth, understanding and a more perfect union.”

Gray further characterized the killing as “an offense against the state and to the peace and enjoyment of the people of Utah and all of those who visit us here,” while explaining the seven charges filed against Robinson, which also include witness tampering and committing a violent act in the presence of children.

The obstruction charges stem from allegations that Robinson hid the rifle used in the attack and got rid of the clothes he had been wearing at the time.

According to authorities, Robinson also pressured his live-in boyfriend, a transgender man, telling him to erase text messages and remain quiet if approached by investigators, leading to two counts of witness tampering.

“After this press conference, I will be filing notice of intent to seek the death penalty. I do not make this decision lightly, and it’s one I’ve made as county attorney based solely on evidence and circumstances of the crime,” Gray announced.

Robinson was apprehended after a 33-hour search and was ultimately handed over to law enforcement by his father following the assassination of the 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA.

Because of the aggravated murder charge, Robinson is eligible for capital punishment in Utah, where President Trump — a close friend of Kirk — has spoken in favor of the death penalty.

Utah is one of only five states that still allows execution by firing squad.

Kirk had been addressing roughly 3,000 people at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10 when a shot was fired as he responded to a question about mass shootings carried out by individuals who are transgender.

He was hit in the neck and succumbed to his wounds later that day, sparking a massive manhunt that ended with Robinson’s arrest on Sept. 12.

Although investigators have not confirmed a motive, emerging evidence suggests Robinson harbored a strong hatred toward Kirk and had become immersed in far-left politics over the past several years.

FBI Director Kash Patel disclosed on Fox News’ “Hannity” Monday that in a text message, Robinson “specifically stated that he had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and he was going to do that.”

Prosecutors allege that Robinson had embraced “leftist ideology” and was “radicalized” through online platforms in recent years, culminating in Kirk’s murder while he was speaking with students at UVU.

The Washington Post reported that Robinson admitted to the killing in messages shared on Discord. “Im surrendering through a sheriff friend in a few moments. thanks for all the good times and laughs, you’ve all been so amazing, thank you all for everything.”

Testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday, FBI Director Patel noted that the scope of the probe extends well beyond those 20 individuals in the Discord chat.

“We’re running them all down,” he vowed.

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KASH PATEL DESTROYS PATHOLOGICAL LIAR ADAM SCHIFF: “We have countlessly proven you to be a liar in Russiagate in January 6. You are the biggest fraud to ever sit in the United States Senate. You are a disgrace to this institution… You continue to lie from your perch and put on a show so you can go raise money for your charade. You are a political buffoon at best.”

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House Republicans unveiled Tuesday a stopgap spending bill that would keep federal agencies funded through Nov. 21, daring Democrats to block it knowing that the fallout would likely be a partial government shutdown that would begin Oct. 1, the start of the new budget year. The bill would generally fund agencies at current levels, with a few exceptions, including an extra $88 million to boost security for lawmakers and members of the Supreme Court and the executive branch. The proposed boost comes as lawmakers face an increasing number of personal threats, with their concerns heightened by last week’s assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The House is expected to vote on the measure by Friday. Senate Majority Leader John Thune said he would prefer the Senate take it up this week as well. But any bill will need some Democratic support to advance through the Senate, and it’s unclear whether that will happen. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries have been asking their Republican counterparts for weeks for a meeting to negotiate on the bill, but they say that Republicans have refused. Any bill needs help from at least seven Democrats in the Senate to overcome procedural hurdles and advance to a final vote. “They can try and play the blame game, but their actions tell a different story,” Schumer said. “Their actions show they clearly want to shut things down because they don’t want to negotiate with Democrats.” Republicans say it’s Democrats who are playing politics by insisting on addressing health coverage concerns as part of any government funding bill. In past budget battles, it has been Republicans who’ve been willing to engage in shutdown threats as a way to focus attention on their priority demands. That was the situation during the nation’s longest shutdown, during the winter of 2018-19, when President Donald Trump was insisting on federal funds to build the U.S.-Mexico border wall. This time, however, Democrats are facing intense pressure from their base of supporters to stand up to Trump. They have particularly focused on the potential for skyrocketing health care premiums for millions of Americans if Congress fails to extend enhanced subsidies, which many people use to buy insurance on the Affordable Care Act exchange. Those subsidies were put in place during the COVID crisis, but are set to expire. Johnson called the debate over health insurance tax credits a December policy issue, not something that needs to be solved in September. “It’ll be a clean, short-term continuing resolution, end of story,” Johnson told reporters. “And it’s interesting to me that some of the same Democrats who decried government shutdowns under President Biden appear to have no heartache whatsoever at walking our nation off that cliff right now. I hope they don’t.” (AP)

The IDF spokesperson, Brigadier General Effie Defrin, addressed the public on Tuesday evening with an update about the ongoing campaign in Gaza City.

“Last night, the IDF expanded ground activity in Gaza City, marking the start of the new phase of the operation,” Gen. Defrin said. “Working together in coordinated and precise strikes, air, ground, and intelligence forces are targeting Hamas military targets that threaten Israel’s security.”

He emphasized the central role Gaza City plays in Hamas’ infrastructure. “Gaza City is the central hub of Hamas’ military and governing power – their main stronghold,” he declared. “Hamas has turned Gaza City into the largest human shield in history.”

Defrin described the underground systems that Hamas has established. He explained that “beneath the streets runs a vast network of tunnels, connecting command centers, rocket launchers, and weapons storage facilities – all deliberately hidden under civilians and civilian infrastructure.”

He also urged the local population to move away from the fighting. “We continue to urge civilians to distance themselves away from the combat zones in Gaza City so they can reach safer areas,” he added.

Defrin pointed out the steps Israel has taken to provide relief. “In recent weeks, the IDF expanded humanitarian efforts in Gaza, setting up a humanitarian area in the south. This area provides greater access to food, water, medical care, and shelter,” he said. “And while Israel works to open corridors for civilians to move south, such as the ‘Rashid’ corridor, Hamas is actively trying to block them – forcing families to turn back and remain in harm’s way – in order to shield Hamas fighters and preserve its power.”

The hostage situation, he stressed, remains a core concern. He noted: “Hamas continues to hold dozens of our hostages in inhumane conditions. Their safe return is at the forefront of our mission. They are the reason we continue our fight.”

Defrin closed his remarks by underlining the IDF’s commitment. “Our forces are acting with determination, guided by the clear moral duty to free our hostages and end Hamas’ rule of terror,” he concluded.

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BREAKING: Utah County DA Jeff Gray announced he will seek the death penalty for Tyler Robinson, who faces charges of aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm, two counts of obstruction of justice for moving a firearm and disposing of clothing, two counts of witness tampering for instructing a roommate to delete texts and remain silent, and committing a violent crime in the presence of children.

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