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Israeli security officials said that Israel will respond forcefully to the Houthi ballistic missile attack that hit Ben-Gurion Airport on Sunday morning, Kan News reported. In recent months, Israel has refrained from attacking Yemen at the request of the United States. An Israeli source even claimed that “every day since the start of the US operation, the American attacks are about 10 times what we can do in Yemen in a year.” But in light of the escalation in attacks from Yemen over the weekend, including four ballistic missiles and two UAVs, including the hit on Ben Gurion Airport, Israel is no longer willing to ignore the attacks. A senior Israeli official told Kan: “After the hit on Ben Gurion Airport, Israel will not have any restrictions.” “Anyone who harms us will be struck sevenfold in return,” Defense Minister Yisrael Katz said in a statement shortly after the attack. Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu scheduled an urgent telephone discussion on the attack with senior government and security officials at 2:30 p.m. A change in Israel’s policy in responding to the Houthi missile attacks will be discussed during the meeting. The Houthis’ military spokesperson, Yahya Saree, claimed responsibility for the attack on Ben Gurion Airport in a televised statement and issued a warning to international airlines that Ben-Gurion is “no longer safe for air travel.” Senior Houthi member Mohammed al-Bukhaiti told the Qatari Al Araby channel that attacks will continue to increase as long as Israel continues its war on Hamas in Gaza. “We’ve proven our ability to deal blows to American, British, and Israeli prestige,” he said. “There are no red lines in our conflict with the Zionist entity, the United States, and Britain. Our strike on the Ben-Gurion airport is proof of our ability to hit fortified targets inside Israel.” (YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem)

The ballistic missile launched on Sunday morning by the Houthis from Yemen towards Israel evaded two layers of advanced aerial defense systems and fell in a field near Terminal 3 near Ben Gurion Airport. The first interception was carried out using an interceptor from the Israeli Arrow 3 long-range air defense, but it failed to hit the target. Another interceptor was launched from the American THAAD system. According to senior officials in Israel, the missile that hit Ben Gurion was not a new or particularly advanced missile, but a known model that has been intercepted in the past. The IDF is conducting an investigation to examine the incident, including an assessment of whether the interception failure was due to a technical malfunction or human error. According to reports, the IDF is also examining the decision not to launch a second interceptor from the Arrow system. It is possible that the decision was influenced by the high cost of each interceptor missile – about $4 million. Defense officials emphasized that the success rates of Israel’s defense systems, especially Arrow 3, are very high, but no system is successful in every scenario. The incident raises renewed questions about Israeli readiness against ballistic fire from distant sectors, especially in times of multi-arena warfare. (YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem)

Elon Musk has slammed comparisons between himself and President Donald Trump to Nazis, describing the accusations as nothing more than a coordinated attempt to tarnish their reputations and derail their push to reform the federal government.

During a segment on Fox News’ My View with Lara Trump, Musk addressed a moment from President Trump’s inauguration that some critics alleged resembled a Nazi salute. Musk rejected the claim, saying the interpretation was deliberately twisted and completely false.

“Well, I mean, look, it’s a relentless propaganda campaign, which obviously President Trump has experienced for a very long time, 20 years, maybe longer,” Musk said. “And politics is a blood sport, so they’re going to come up with whatever attacks they can to destroy the public perception of someone.”

Musk has come under fire for his prominent involvement in the Trump administration, especially in his role leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), where he’s implemented sweeping changes like significant staff reductions and slashing budgets across various federal agencies.

In recent days, Democratic lawmakers have ramped up their attacks, citing both Musk’s controversial behavior during official events and his alleged impact on Germany’s recent elections. Musk rejected the Nazi analogies, calling them baseless and deeply insulting.

“Now, obviously, I’ve not harmed anyone in my life, so it’s an outrageous thing to claim that I’m a Nazi,” he said, defending both himself and President Trump from what he sees as dishonest smears.

The conversation turned to Musk’s upbringing in South Africa during the apartheid era. When Lara Trump asked how that background shaped his response to the accusations, Musk criticized the media’s influence over public opinion.

“It’s disappointing how well propaganda works,” he said. “If you repeat a lie, you know, the sort of ‘he’s a Nazi lie’ enough times, some people actually believe it, especially people that still believe the legacy news, you know.”

He added: “They really are trying every angle to get me … if they could press a button and kill me. In reality, they would press that button immediately. But since … I’m a little difficult to kill. They are doing character assassination instead.”

Although Musk has become a lightning rod for criticism, he has also received endorsements from major international figures, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Anti-Defamation League, who have spoken in his defense.

Speculation has been growing about Musk’s ongoing position in the Trump administration. His current government appointment is set to expire on May 30, but President Trump indicated this week that Musk will have the opportunity to continue in his post as long as he chooses.

“I do consider the president a friend. I think he considers me a friend, and we get along very well,” Musk said. “I think probably if you asked us both the same set of questions in two different rooms, 80 percent of the time, we would come up with the same answer,” he added.

“We almost always agree.”

{Matzav.com}

POTUS: “We are going to make and build a ballroom, which they’ve wanted for probably 100 years, at the White House. And it will be a world-class, beautiful ballroom.” NBC: You will fund it? POTUS: “Yeah. I’m not going to ask the government for money.”

NBC: Would you veto a cut to Medicaid? POTUS: “I would if they were cutting it but they’re not cutting it. They’re looking at fraud, waste, and abuse.”

NBC: Will you talk to Carney about making Canada a 51st state? POTUS: “I’ll always talk about that. You know why? We subsidize Canada to the tune of $200B a year… If Canada was a state, it would be great… It would be a cherished state.”

POTUS: “I have been investigated more than any person in the history of the United States of America… I have been investigated more than Al Capone, more than anybody… And I won.”

The deadline to get a REAL ID is fast approaching after years of postponements and delays. Starting May 7, your license or identification card will need to be REAL ID-compliant to fly domestically in the U.S. Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem like there will be another delay in the deadline this time. So, if you’re confused about how to get a REAL ID, why you even need one in the first place, and what happens if you don’t have one by May 7, here are some things to know: What is a REAL ID? It’s a federally compliant state-issued license or identification card that the DHS says is a more secure form of identification. Besides needing a REAL ID to fly domestically, you will also need one to access certain federal buildings and facilities. Why is this happening? When the REAL ID Act was signed into law in 2005, it enacted a recommendation from the 9/11 Commission that the government set security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and IDs. “REAL ID is a coordinated effort by the federal government to improve the reliability and accuracy of driver’s licenses and identification cards,” John Essig, the Transportation Security Administration’s Security Director for airports in the New York City region said in a press release on April 3. “The improvements are intended to inhibit terrorists’ ability to evade detection by using fraudulent identification.” The REAL ID Act was supposed to begin rolling out in 2008, “but has faced repeated delays due to state implementation challenges and the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Nina Ruggiero, senior editorial director for Travel + Leisure. “The combination of varying state processes and shifting deadlines has added to the overall confusion around REAL IDs and likely led some travelers to take the deadlines less seriously.” How do I know if I already have a REAL ID? If you’ve gotten a new ID in the last few years, it could already be REAL ID-compliant. “I also hear from travelers who are confused as to whether or not they already have a REAL ID,” Ruggiero said. “Some people who have recently renewed their license may already have a compliant ID and not know it,” so you may want to double-check yours before starting the process. A REAL ID-compliant driver’s license has a symbol (in most states, a star) in the top corner of the card. If you live in Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Vermont or Washington, it’s possible you could have an “enhanced″ ID card instead, which permits you to cross land and sea borders into Mexico and Canada from the U.S. It does not, however, allow you to fly into either of those countries. Enhanced IDs will have an American flag icon, as well as the word “enhanced” at the top of the card. If I don’t have a REAL ID, how do I get one? The requirements vary by state, so you will need to visit the website of your state’s driver’s licensing agency to find out the specific steps, including whether you’ll need to make an appointment at a DMV and what documentation you’ll need when you get there. What happens on May 7? What if I don’t have a REAL ID by then? If you don’t have a REAL ID by the deadline and you’re planning to board a domestic flight, you […]

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Frightening Data: The Left-Wing Bloc Continues to Vote. Since Friday, Approximately 15,000 People Have Voted.

In recent days, many people have reached out to us asking whether there is real data proving a dramatic rise in voting numbers, or if this is just typical campaign rhetoric. We would like to present you with the actual numbers so you can understand the alarming increase, which may even result in a doubling of the number of votes required to maintain Eretz HaKodesh’s power in the Zionist Congress.

This past Friday, the voting data from the previous week was published, revealing a sharp spike of tens of thousands of votes cast during the week.
This morning, updated data showed that since Friday, the number of voters has risen dramatically, with an additional 15,000 votes added on Friday and Shabbos alone. It is clear that the vast majority of these votes came from the left-wing bloc and liberal parties that actively campaign and recruit voters on Shabbos — in contrast to the right-wing bloc and religious parties, whose campaigns are inactive on these days.

The breakdown is listed below.

In light of this increase, projections now estimate that the election will end with over 240,000 total votes — essentially doubling the overall vote count. As a result, each party will need to secure twice as many votes as they did in 2020 just to maintain their current representation in the Congress.

This sharp rise is largely due to a massive online campaign spearheaded by the left-wing parties, particularly the AID Coalition, which targeted secular Israelis living abroad, urging them to vote and recruit others in order to “preserve left-wing values in Israel.”

This surge presents a clear challenge for supporters of Eretz HaKodesh: to use the final remaining hours before voting ends on Sunday at midnight to bring in additional votes, close the gap that has opened in recent days, and ensure that Eretz HaKodesh and the right-wing bloc retain their strength — to continue to be a voice for Torah and Jewish tradition.

We call on you, Klal Yisroel— this is the last day you can still influence the outcome of the election and tip the scales against the tens of thousands of left-wing votes. Each of you can reach out to more friends, neighbors, and community members and bring in one more vote and another — to win this election.

Yes, we can — with Siyata Dishmaya, all of us together — and in the merit of the sanctity of Shabbos — we will do it, for the holiness of Eretz Yisrael.

Vote now, we are running out of time!
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Frightening Data: The Left-Wing Bloc Continues to Vote. Since Friday, Approximately 15,000 People Have Voted. In recent days, many people have reached out to us asking whether there is real data proving a dramatic rise in voting numbers, or if this is just typical campaign rhetoric. We would like to present you with the actual numbers so you can understand the alarming increase, which may even result in a doubling of the number of votes required to maintain Eretz HaKodesh’s power in the Zionist Congress. This past Friday, the voting data from the previous week was published, revealing a sharp spike of tens of thousands of votes cast during the week.This morning, updated data showed that since Friday, the number of voters has risen dramatically, with an additional 15,000 votes added on Friday and Shabbos alone. It is clear that the vast majority of these votes came from the left-wing bloc and liberal parties that actively campaign and recruit voters on Shabbos — in contrast to the right-wing bloc and religious parties, whose campaigns are inactive on these days. The breakdown is listed below. In light of this increase, projections now estimate that the election will end with over 240,000 total votes — essentially doubling the overall vote count. As a result, each party will need to secure twice as many votes as they did in 2020 just to maintain their current representation in the Congress. This sharp rise is largely due to a massive online campaign spearheaded by the left-wing parties, particularly the AID Coalition, which targeted secular Israelis living abroad, urging them to vote and recruit others in order to “preserve left-wing values in Israel.” This surge presents a clear challenge for supporters of Eretz HaKodesh: to use the final remaining hours before voting ends on Sunday at midnight to bring in additional votes, close the gap that has opened in recent days, and ensure that Eretz HaKodesh and the right-wing bloc retain their strength — to continue to be a voice for Torah and Jewish tradition. We call on you, Klal Yisroel— this is the last day you can still influence the outcome of the election and tip the scales against the tens of thousands of left-wing votes. Each of you can reach out to more friends, neighbors, and community members and bring in one more vote and another — to win this election. Yes, we can — with Siyata Dishmaya, all of us together — and in the merit of the sanctity of Shabbos — we will do it, for the holiness of Eretz Yisrael. Vote now, we are running out of time!Slate #11EretzHakodesh.org

NBC: Today’s strong jobs report likely means the Fed is less likely to lower interest rates. POTUS: “Well, he should lower them, and at some point, he will. He’d rather not because he’s not a fan of mine… He should lower them… we are at a perfect time.”

DAMASCUS: The kever of legendary mekubal Rav Chaim Vital, talmid muvhak of the Arizal, has been fortified with cement and is being patrolled by guards paid by the local Jewish community after being recently dug up by unknown individuals.

A bull in India stole a motorbike and went for a joyride – breaking numerous traffic and safety laws in the process. Police have not yet said whether they plan to bring charges against the reckless animal.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) defiantly challenged Tom Homan on Friday, daring the former acting ICE director to have her arrested after she publicly defended a webinar she held offering guidance to illegal immigrants on how to protect themselves from deportation.

In response to her bold remarks, Homan told the media that he had already begun coordinating with the Justice Department to determine whether Ocasio-Cortez had broken any laws.

The confrontation flared up during a heavily attended town hall event in Queens, where Ocasio-Cortez addressed Homan’s accusations that her February “Know Your Rights” virtual event had obstructed federal immigration enforcement.

Ocasio-Cortez told attendees, “Tom Homan said he was going to refer me to DOJ because I’m using my free speech rights in order to advise people of their constitutional protections. To that I say: ‘Come for me, do I look like I care?’”

She followed up by insisting she had done nothing unlawful, adding, “nothing illegal about it and if they want to make it illegal, they can come take me.”

The digital forum in question included instructions for undocumented immigrants, advising them to ask for proper legal documentation from ICE agents and to record interactions when confronted. The webinar also offered guidance on identifying different types of warrants.

Homan has maintained that the New York lawmaker may have crossed into criminal conduct by encouraging illegal immigrants to avoid federal agents.

After Ocasio-Cortez’s town hall remarks, Homan told Fox News, “I’m working with the Department of Justice and finding out, ‘Where is that line that they cross?’ So maybe AOC is going to be in trouble now.”

In a previous appearance on Sunday Morning Futures back in February, Homan offered a more pointed legal interpretation of her actions. “What she needs to do is read the statutes enacted by Congress… because it’s a crime to enter this country illegally. Not only that, but when you harbor and conceal and impede law enforcement, that’s a felony. What she’s doing, she says she’s educating everybody on their constitutional rights, and we all know they’ve got constitutional rights, but what she’s really doing… she’s trying to teach them how to evade law enforcement.”

During the same town hall, Ocasio-Cortez also criticized a signature immigration policy of President Trump’s administration, labeling the deportation of Venezuelan gang members as “sanctioned kidnappings.”

She further asserted that ICE officers must have proper legal authority to arrest individuals, arguing that without a valid warrant, agents do not possess “carte blanche” to carry out arrests.

Polling has repeatedly indicated that President Trump’s strongest support among voters stems from his firm stance on border security and aggressive action against criminal undocumented individuals and gang-related offenders.

{Matzav.com}

Target is now pulling most of its self-checkout lines because of shoplifting.

During a controlled detonation in the Gaza Strip, an Israeli soldier narrowly escaped serious injury when a window railing hurtled toward him, missing by mere inches as he swiftly dodged the projectile.

The IDF has located multiple Hamas weapons caches just a few feet from a former school and hospital in Rafah.

Footage from the scene of the area of impact at Ben Gurion Airport.