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130 overseas officials learn from Israel

Israel hosted around 130 officials from foreign militaries to present lessons from the current war. They included USA, Canada, UK, France, Germany, India, Morocco, Finland, Greece, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Austria, Estonia, Japan, , Serbia, and Slovenia. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-874378

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Shoulder-to-shoulder with Jamaica

The 30 Israeli medical professionals helping Jamaicans in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, went straight to the outlying hospitals treating injured patients. They have already saved lives and are receiving the gratitude of the local Jamaicans. https://www.algemeiner.com/2025/11/19/shoulder-to-shoulder-israeli-medical-delegation-assists-in-aftermath-of-devastating-hurricane-in-jamaica/ https://www.jns.org/people-in-jamaica-know-israel-is-here-jerusalem-med-center-head-says/

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Global honors at Yale debating championship

15 students from Israel’s Ehad Ha’Am Middle School won 10 trophies and many gold medals at the World Scholar’s Cup finals at Yale University. Against some 2,500 competitors, they achieved 3rd place overall, plus 3rd in the Team Challenge. The … Continue reading

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So does Panama

Panama has launched a parliamentary Israel caucus in the latest fruition of faith-based diplomacy around the world. “The formation of the Israel Allies Caucus represents a significant step in strengthening the ties between Panama and Israel,” said Panamanian Deputy Manuel … Continue reading

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Albania joins Israel Allies Foundation

The Israel Allies Foundation (IAF) launched the Albanian Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus at the Parliament of Albania in Tirana. The Muslim-majority country joins over 60 pro-Israel parliamentary groups, strengthening international support for the State of Israel. https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/417625

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Hundreds of women celebrate in Jerusalem

Nearly 800 global Jewish women filled Kedma Hall in Neve Ilan for a gala celebration organized by Momentum (see here previously). It was titled “A Mother’s Heart: The Heart of a Nation.” https://rjstreets.com/2025/11/16/in-jerusalem-from-around-the-world-hundreds-of-women-celebrate-together/

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RNA therapy reverses ALS

Israeli researchers have discovered that ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) patients produce less microRNA-126 than normal individuals. This allows the protein TDP-43 to build up and destroy motor neurons. When microRNA-126 is added, the process reverses. Jon Medved now has ALS. … Continue reading

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Robotic surgery on 32-week pregnant patient

Doctors at Israel’s Rabin Medical Center have performed the world’s first robotic-assisted keyhole intestinal surgery on a woman in advanced (32nd week of) pregnancy, saving having to open her abdomen. The baby went to full term and was delivered naturally. … Continue reading

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Teva’s global innovation program

Teva is opening a call for startups in Israel and abroad as part of its new Rise program, offering full funding for pilots, rapid integration and support, in a move to accelerate therapy development and supply-chain efficiency. https://www.ynetnews.com/business/article/ryambdhxwg https://www.tevapharm.com/news-and-media/latest-news/teva-launches-rise-a-global-open-innovation-platform-to-accelerate-ai-industry-4.0-smart-manufacturing

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MedEx Canada

Nefesh B’Nefesh, in partnership with other Agencies, hosted the first-ever MedEx (Aliyah preparation for medics) events in Canada, alongside the Nefesh B’Nefesh’s signature “NBN On Tour” programming. The events attracted 500 participants. https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/417909

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