Prologue Journal

Understanding current events through the lenses of the past and future.

Halevi: The goal is to return Northern Israel’s residents home safely

Jerusalem Post IDF Chief visits troops in southern Lebanon, emphasizes mission to enable northern residents’ safe return through operations against Hezbollah. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-830034

Ten people in North exposed to rabies-infected badger

Jerusalem Post The individuals were referred to medical authorities to receive preventive treatment. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-830081

IDF issues evacuation warnings for three buildings in Beirut’s southern suburbs

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-830083

US Senate blocks bid to halt some Israel military sales

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-830082

SparkIL launches Hannukah competition to boost support for businesses affected by war

Jerusalem Post The competition is expected to take place in Jewish schools, where students will be able to involve their families, synagogues, and communities in finding loans or lenders for businesses. https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-830078

Hamas spokesperson’s house targeted in Lebanon strike

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-830079

Israeli music icon Yair Klinger to be honored with lifetime achievement award

Jerusalem Post The iconic Israeli singer’s career spans six decades, with a number of popular hits and hundreds of songs. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/culture/article-830036

Hakeves Hashisha-Asar reunion sparks nostalgia with sold-out shows

Jerusalem Post ‘Hakeves Hashisha-Asar’ concerts combine original hits, solo tracks, and a heartfelt tribute to Yehonatan Geffen https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/culture/article-830039

‘Variety’ names Israeli director Tom Nesher among 2025 directors to watch

Jerusalem Post Tom Nesher was named as a ‘Variety’ ’10 to Watch’ for 2025 with Oscar contender ‘Come Closer’. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/culture/article-830041

Civilian unlawfully embedded with IDF killed by Hezbollah fire in southern Lebanon

Jerusalem Post IDF soldier killed, two wounded in same incident • Ze’ev Erlich, 70, entered Lebanon with forces without authorization from Northern Command https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-830055