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TimesofIsraelJewish community members said detained in Iran on pretext of involvement in protestsJanuary 27, 2026
Several members of Iran's Jewish community have reportedly been detained by authorities during a crackdown following protests. Community sources deny any involvement of those detained in the demonstrations.
TimesofIsraelDaily Briefing Jan. 27 - Final hostage returns home. Inside Operation Courageous HeartJanuary 27, 2026
The body of the last hostage held in Gaza has been returned to Israel, ending an era of uncertainty. Operation Courageous Heart led to the recovery, bringing closure to the nation and Gvili's family.
TimesofIsraelHidden art collection from Theresienstadt ghetto to be displayed by London Holocaust libraryJanuary 27, 2026
A hidden cache of drawings by Peter Kien from the Theresienstadt ghetto has been donated to the Wiener Holocaust Library in London. The collection will be conserved and made accessible to researchers, offering a rare glimpse into Jewish cultural life under Nazi persecution.
January 27, 2026
A Catholic church stands inside Birkenau, the site of mass Jewish murder during the Holocaust, raising concerns about historical distortion. The article calls for its removal to preserve the integrity of Holocaust memory.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar met with Kazakhstan's President to discuss closer ties and cooperation. Economic relations and regional issues were key topics, with plans for further ministerial meetings.
Authorities recovered Ran Gvili's body after opening over 700 graves in a Gaza cemetery, following new intelligence from a detained operative. The operation concluded after weeks of investigation and coordination.
National Security Minister Ben-Gvir condemned Prime Minister Netanyahu's trial, urging former President Trump to intervene. He also welcomed the return of the last deceased hostage from Gaza and called for action against Hamas.
YNetHamas eyes role for 10,000 police in postwar Gaza, seeks Turkish backing amid disarmaJanuary 27, 2026
Hamas is seeking to keep its police and civil servants in Gaza's future administration, despite calls for its disarmament. Talks in Turkey highlighted ongoing disputes over governance and security in postwar Gaza.
FoxNewsColumbia University names new president that will take over in July 2026 amid federal scrutinyJanuary 27, 2026
Columbia University has named Jennifer L. Mnookin as its next president, starting July 2026. Mnookin is a prominent legal scholar and current chancellor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her appointment comes amid federal scrutiny and recent legal challenges at Columbia.
A fatal shooting by a federal immigration agent in Minnesota has sparked debate over activist interference and political rhetoric. The article contends that progressive encouragement of such actions has led to increased danger and tragic consequences.
Labour lawmaker Mark Seward urges an end to Netanyahu's era but insists on strong UK-Israel ties. He calls for renewed dialogue, addresses rising antisemitism, and reaffirms Britain's commitment to Middle East peace.
At Davos, global leaders debated the future of capitalism and the disruptive effects of technology, while the United States' shifting leadership style drew intense focus. Figures like Larry Fink warned of growing inequality and called for more inclusive prosperity. The world is adjusting to new geopolitical realities and changing alliances.






