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TimesofIsraelOwner of Swiss bar where 40 died in New Year's blaze ordered into custodyJanuary 09, 2026
Swiss authorities have detained one of the owners of a ski resort bar where a New Year's Day fire killed 40 people. The owners face investigation for suspected negligence as families and leaders demand justice. A national day of mourning and memorial ceremonies have been held for the victims.
January 09, 2026
A United States raid in Caracas captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, exposing the weaknesses of Venezuela's Russian, Chinese, and Iranian-supplied defenses. The operation demonstrated the superiority of advanced, integrated military technologies over foreign hardware. Experts say the event is a cautionary tale for countries relying on such exported systems.
TimesofIsraelRelieved to see Maduro deposed, can Venezuela's Jewish diaspora imagine returning?January 09, 2026
Venezuela's Jewish diaspora reacts with cautious optimism to Maduro's ouster, but most remain uncertain about returning after decades of exile and hardship. Community leaders cite deep scars and ongoing instability as major obstacles to a mass return.
January 09, 2026
Iran's Supreme Leader posted defiant messages blaming the United States for unrest as the country faces an internet blackout and intensifying protests. State media promised harsh punishment for demonstrators, while activists say the blackout is meant to stifle dissent. Economic crisis and calls from exiled leaders have fueled the protests.
Senior United States diplomats visited Caracas to consider reopening the embassy closed since 2019. No formal decision has been made, but preparations are in progress pending presidential approval.
A loaded, apparently old rocket launcher was found by troops in northern Gaza during a weapons search. The launcher was likely left before the October ceasefire. Military forces continue to work to dismantle threats in the area.
YNetSecurity personnel killed as Iran threatens death sentences amid widening protestsJanuary 09, 2026
Protests in Iran are spreading, with authorities threatening death sentences and security personnel killed. Israel is monitoring the situation while avoiding direct involvement.
A new poll shows two-thirds of Republican voters support more U.S. military intervention abroad, with Iran as the top target. Americans overall remain divided on the issue, despite President Trump's anti-war campaign promises.
TimesofIsraelKibbutz Alumim members gather in Tel Aviv, call for return of hostage Ran Gvili's bodyJanuary 09, 2026
Kibbutz Alumim members in Tel Aviv called for the return of Ran Gvili's body, the last remaining hostage in Gaza. The family urged that the Gaza ceasefire deal not advance until his body is released.
TimesofIsrael120 people flee Bedouin hamlet in Jordan Valley after repeated settler attacksJanuary 09, 2026
More than 120 people have fled the Bedouin hamlet of Ras Ein al-Auja in the Jordan Valley after repeated attacks by Israeli settlers. The community has faced daily violence, theft, and intimidation, prompting dozens of families to leave their homes.
Russia has fired its hypersonic Oreshnik missile at Ukraine for the first time with explosive warheads, targeting infrastructure in the Lviv region. The move marks a significant escalation in the conflict and has prompted calls for a global response. Western experts remain skeptical about the weapon's purported capabilities.
Donald Trump reported Marjorie Taylor Greene to the Secret Service over fears she leaked his dinner location to protesters. The incident has deepened the rift between the former allies, though Greene denies any wrongdoing.



