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Over 200 US rabbis demand US Senate candidate El-Sayed make Jewish safety commitments

The rabbi's open letter called on El-Sayed to align his campaign with Obama’s legacy of Jewish inclusion within the Democratic Party.

Democratic US Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed addresses supporters during a campaign rally in Detroit, Michigan, US October 24, 2026.
Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic delivers a speech at the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) final campaign rally ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections in Serbia on October 22, 2026 in Belgrade, Serbia.

Vucic's mission: Can Serbia's longtime leader secure new mandate? - analysis

A group of Basiji (mobilized militia) men in military fatigue and armed seen in the middle of Naqsh-e Jahan Square mounted on their motorcycles on the occasion of Imam Reza's birthday while holding Iranian flags with images of the new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on April 29, 2026.

'Fair game': Iranian officials say US diplomats, officials are targets for assassinations - report

A police officer with the Florida Highway Patrol looks on before the start of a game between the Florida State Seminoles and the Kent State Golden Flashes at Doak S. Campbell Stadium on September 20, 2025 in Tallahassee, Florida; Illustrative.

At least 12 injured in late-night shooting near Florida A&M University stadium in Tallahassee


Rashida Tlaib backs Hind Rajab Foundation's complaint against IDF officer tied to Gaza girl's death

The pro-Palestinian organization called on the US Justice Department on Monday to arrest an Israeli citizen allegedly in the country, accusing him of possible responsibility for Hind Rajab's death.

Guests hold a portrait of late Palestinian girl Hind Rajab during the red carpet for the movie "The Voice of Hind Rajab" presented in competition at the 82nd International Venice Film Festival, at Venice Lido on September 3, 2025.

Brandeis Center files complaint alleging antisemitic harassment at Montgomery high school

According to the complaint, the school principal allegedly dismissed the social media targeting as "just a flag" and questioned why being called a Zionist was problematic.

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University of North Carolina, US Justice Dept. reach settlement to end antisemitism probe

The inquiries spanned complaints involving discrimination, campus climate issues, and how the institution handled allegations of antisemitism. 

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Humanities PhD students at US universities more likely to hold antisemitic views than peers - study

Researchers examined graduate students, who make up majorities at selective research universities, frequently serve as teaching assistants and instructors, and often have central roles in protests.

 Demonstrators sit in an encampment as they protest in solidarity with Pro-Palestinian organizers on the Columbia University campus, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in New York City, US. April 19, 2024.

Lawsuit by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's sister accusing him of sexual abuse dismissed by US judge

Annie Altman accused her brother of sexually abusing and raping her between 1997 and 2006 at the family home in suburban Clayton, Missouri, starting when she was 3 and he was 12.

Open AI CEO Sam Altman does a television interview with CNBC's Kate Rooney before delivering the keynote address at the OpenAI developers conference at Fort Mason on September 29, 2026 in San Francisco, California.

Netanyahu vows to eliminate Iran regime, sources tell 'Post' Trump 'very close' to renewing strikes

On Tuesday, Netanyahu described the Iranian regime as "so fanatical" that it will continue its nuclear ambitions and attempt to rebuild its terror proxy axis "as long as it lives."

US President Donald Trump listens as first lady Melania Trump delivers remarks as he prepares to sign an executive order in the Rose Garden of the White House on October 19, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Israeli, Lebanese delegations meet at CENTCOM's Tampa headquarters, IDF sources tell 'Post'

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun confirmed Lebanon's participation in the talks on Monday, according to a report by Lebanese outlet Beirut Wire.

Talks between the US, Lebanon, and Israel in Washington DC in early 2026; Illustrative.

Who is Russian-held US citizen Stephen Hubbard? - explainer

In January 2025, Washington designated Hubbard as wrongfully detained, enabling the US government to pursue negotiations for his release.

A screen set up at a hall of the Moscow City Court broadcasts the verdict announcement in the trial of US citizen Stephen Hubbard, then 72, accused of fighting as a mercenary for Ukraine, in Moscow on October 7, 2024.

Rubio says delay to deliver Ukraine weapons may not be political amid Pentagon ammunition shortage

Also on Tuesday, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that the European Union must adjust its strategic posture in the Arctic as Russia rebuilds its military footprint there.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio looks on upon his arrival at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai on October 20, 2026.

What is Pakistan's army chief doing in Iran as tensions with US escalate? - analysis

The visit comes as the US appears to be considering new strikes on Iran. Israel is also on edge as elections approach. There are many factors at play.

Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir attends a meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Great Hall of the People on May 25, 2026 in Beijing, China.