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Yoash Ben Izhak of Israel's Ministry of Tourism, speaking at the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York, rejected the notion that Israel needs to justify itself. "The strength of a nation is not found in its ability to justify itself, but in its courage to be exactly what it is," he said.

Mike Waltz, speaking at the Jerusalem Post Conference, said the Iranian regime fears economic collapse and internal uprising more than US military force. He reaffirmed the Trump administration's commitment to keeping sanctions tight, with Secretary Bessent leading the effort.

Rabbi Doron Perez, speaking at the Jerusalem Post Conference, said that across every Western democracy, Jewish institutions alone face protests aimed at delegitimizing the Jewish people, while Israel simultaneously fights on seven war fronts.

Mike Waltz pushed back at critics questioning US support for Israel, pointing to the embassy move, Golan Heights recognition, and Operation Midnight Hammer as evidence. "President Donald J. Trump has been the best president in American history for the US-Israel relationship," he said.

Danny Danon, speaking at the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York, highlighted the Abraham Accords in action: the UAE ambassador led a resolution against Iran, gaining support from over 100 nations. Danon called for expanding the accords, saying Trump and Netanyahu will bring more countries on.

Mike Waltz, speaking at the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York, said Hezbollah must go, crediting US pressure with drawing Lebanon's new government into direct talks for the first time. He reaffirmed that President Trump remains clear: Israel has every right to defend itself.

Amjad Taha, speaking at the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York, revealed Iran launched over 2,800 drones and missiles at Jordan on February 8th, targeting mosques, hospitals, and children. He noted Western protesters, vocal on other conflicts, went silent when the aggressor was Iran, not Israel.

Ifat Ovadia-Luski, speaking at the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York, issued a direct warning to the diaspora: wake up. Drawing on the lesson of October 7th, she urged that hateful words must never be dismissed; they become actions.

Catherine Perez-Shakdam, speaking at the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York, called the Islamic Republic of Iran "the one evil regime in the world."

Catherine Perez-Shakdam told the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York that Iran's hostility runs deeper than rhetoric. She argued Hamas and Hezbollah exist to encircle Saudi Arabia, and that controlling Mecca and Medina means controlling the Islamic world.

Speaking at the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York, Richard Y. Newton III said Ukraine will produce millions of drones this year and up to 10 million next year. He urged Israel and the US to match that pace, and called AI and autonomous systems the next frontier, developed domestically.

Aviram Hasson, Director, IMOD Mission to the US and Canada, redefines the US-Israel relationship as integration and synchronization across strategic, operational, tactical, and defense industrial levels rather than traditional "partnership."

Amjad Taha, Emirati Expert in Strategic and Political Affairs; Author, Analyst and Researcher, says Western activists "on silent mode" when Iran attacked with 2,800+ drones and missiles targeting hospitals, questioning, "are they human rights activists or lobby activists?"

Catherine Perez-Shakdam warns Iran views Israel as "one stop" toward global domination, saying real goal is controlling Mecca and Medina to "control the Islamic world."

@DavidZaikin says countries need "independent ecosystem, production, supply chain" like Israel, as Gulf and Europe build domestic drone industries, realizing dependency on external suppliers is risky.

Catherine Perez-Shakdam, speaking at the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York, urged the Jewish community to stand firm for Israel. "We do not bow, we do not break, we do not take a knee," she said, calling Israel "the only thing standing between us and darkness."

Lt. General Richard Newton warns that Ukraine's "10,000 drones a day" with "90% of Russian soldiers killed or wounded" by unmanned systems mean Israel and the US must transform their defense industrial base to deploy hardware in weeks and software in 1-2 weeks.

Ayelet Shaked says she'll announce a decision "in 3-4 weeks," hinting at possible political return but offering no commitment, stating "if I will join, it will be with the right-wing party."

Ayelet Shaked argues "better no agreement than bad" on Iran, saying JCPOA failed by leaving enrichment capability, urging Trump to remove centrifuges, since if Iran has capability, "it's just a decision" to escalate.

Nassau County Executive @NassauExec accuses NYC Mayor Zoran Mamdani of antisemitism, arguing that selective criticism of Israel while ignoring Iran, Russia, China, Cuba, and Venezuela equals antisemitism, saying, "you don't criticize other states; you are an anti-semite."

@VoteRandyFine contrasts 1932, when Jews "left or died," with 2026, calling for a "new kind of Jew not afraid, willing to fight," urging "we must stand up...make clear we are here to stay."

@alexbruesewitz supports phasing out US military aid to Israel, saying self-reliant Israel strengthens the alliance and frames the partnership as a true partnership of sovereign nations.

@CUFI chair says standing with Israel is rational choice, calling US aid "largest ROI this country has ever made" through weapons testing and jobs, Sandra Hagee Parker argues.

Israeli fighter Ahavat Hashem Gordon tells young Jews "Don't have privilege not knowing self-defense... Be tough, be strong, with chin up" and "never be scared and afraid to show who you are."

Senior Advisor, Office of the Secretary of Education, Noah Pollak warns students still facing "peer-to-peer interactions and climate of anti-Israel bigotry" on elite campuses despite encampments ending, saying schools haven't really changed themselves.

Hapoel Tel Aviv owner Ofer Yannay describes antisemitic incident when wealthy season ticket holder pushed him, yelling an expletive, resulting in a permanent arena ban and cancelled membership.

Liz Kennedy reframes "to be chosen is responsibility not entitlement" urging act like "the light" through love, arguing "Israel is heart and soul of world" and collective consciousness creates ripple effects.

Liz Kennedy, Motivational & Spiritual Educator in Kabbalah, Women’s Activist & Jewish Thought Leader, tells the men in the room to listen up.

Attorney Nitsana Darshan-Leitner plans to submit New York Times coverage analysis to DOJ demanding criminal investigation showing "took Hamas narrative and blamed Israel for genocide day after day."

Elizabeth Pipko, Political Operative, Commentator, Former National Spokesperson for the GOP gives advice to those who are standing up for Israel and representing the Jewish people.

Elizabeth Pipko, Political Operative, Commentator, and Former National Spokesperson for the GOP, on the importance of representing the Jewish people.

Nitsana Darshan-Leitner, Attorney, Human Rights Activist, Founder & President, Shurat HaDin, successfully broke the 'pay for slay' policy after 10 years of fighting it in Congress.

Sid Rosenberg encourages the Jewish community to be proud and not to "hide your yarmulkes."

Sid Rosenberg hits back at NBC reporter after Rosenberg said "Mamdani wants us dead."

Alex Witkoff breaks down what Witkoff Group's secret sauce when investing in projects.

"Defund the UN" says Former Ambassador of Israel to the UN, Gilad Erdan.

"We overcame Pharaoh, and we will overcome Mamdani as well," says Amb. Gilad Erdan, Global President, Magen David Adom and Former Ambassador of Israel to the UN.

"Israel's story needs to change," Yoel Zilberman, Founder & CEO of Hashomer Hachadash.

Major General Amir Eshel, Former Air Force Commander, Director General of Israel's Ministry of Defense, on the future of warfare.

Rawan Osman, JCFA Diplomacy Fellow and Middle East Analyst says "we under estimated Jihad."

"Together we will determine our history," says Ronald S. Lauder, President of the World Jewish Congress

President of the World Jewish Congress, Ronald S. Lauder, speaks about the importance of the Jewish people speaking up for themselves in the face of antisemitism campaigns.

Ronald S. Lauder stresses the importance for Israel to create an 'Iron Dome' for disinformation.

Ronald S. Lauder

Akunis thanks New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, and the officers who protected those who marched in the Israel Parade.

Shanna Fuld, MC for the Jerusalem Post Conference opening remarks, talks about the history of the Post.

Sirens sound across Israel after Iranian launch, no injuries reported Air raid sirens were triggered from Jerusalem to the Upper Galilee following a launch from Iran. Emergency teams responded to multiple impact sites, but no injuries were reported, according to Magen David Adom.

Gulf officials say Iran's attacks on oil refineries, industrial sites, residential areas, and hotels far exceeded what they anticipated. The UAE and Saudi Arabia are now discussing active military retaliation. One analyst captured the shift:"They saw Iran as a bad guy. Now they see it as a mad guy."

"The war continues. Come back in peace." In a message to pilots following the historic dogfight over Tehran, a commander praised the Air Force's strength and determination. "I am very proud of you all," he said, adding: "Your next mission is waiting for you."

Iran missile strikes Beersheba, wounding at least 10 Israelis At least 10 Israelis were lightly wounded and one seriously injured after an Iranian ballistic missile struck the Beersheba area on Monday. The municipality said several homes were destroyed, with scans underway for further casualties.

Iran missile strike kills nine in Beit Shemesh building

IDF releases first footage of Israeli strikes in Tehran during Operation Roaring Lion

Missile fragment hits residential building in Israel's coastal district A missile fragment struck a residential building, penetrating from the 20th floor down to the 17th. One person was lightly injured. Firefighters are scanning the building to rule out anyone trapped.

Video on social media appears to show strikes from inside Tehran as Israel launches an attack.

Ohana honors Modi with Knesset award

Indian PM Narendra Modi: "Am Yisrael Chai"

India is interested in expanding partnership with Israel into other sectors

Modi speaks about the similarities of culture between the two nations

PM Benjamin Netanyahu thanks India for standing against antisemitism

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana welcomes Indian PM Narendra Modi

LIVE: Indian PM Narendra Modi at the Knesset in Jerusalem, Israel, ahead of his speech

LIVE: Indian PM Narendra Modi greeted by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Knesset head of his speech

Former Fox News anchor Melissa Francis recounts a face-to-face encounter with a Palestinian family. They told her October 7 was carried out with pride and that the real target is America. www.jpost.com/podcast/jpos...

Former Fox anchor Melissa Francis says President Trump is personally urging Tucker Carlson and other conservative voices to "turn down the temperature" on the internal Republican rift over Israel. www.jpost.com/podcast/jpos...

Police rescue female IDF soldiers chased by haredi mob in Bnei Brak

February 11: The Iranian Revolution’s 2026 anniversary could well be its last - comment

Huckabee says Israel, US aligned on Iran US Ambassador Mike Huckabee says there are no significant gaps between Israel and the US on Iran, emphasizing strong alignment as Netanyahu travels to Washington to meet President Trump.

Thousands rallied in Sydney and other Australian cities on Monday to protest President Isaac Herzog's visit, invited by PM Albanese after the December 14 Bondi Beach shooting that killed 15. Police deployed pepper spray and tear gas as demonstrators clashed with officers.