US officials warn that Iran is funneling weapons to Hezbollah and to a Kurdish militia in northern Syria through a smuggling network.

According to Axios, Israeli officials warned the US that Iran’s latest missile drills could mask attack plans.

<p>The three‑year‑old toddler who was stung by a dangerous jellyfish while traveling with his Israeli family in the Palawan region of the Philippines was evacuated to a local hospital and received medical treatment.</p><p>After receiving medical care at the hospital, the toddler’s condition was defined as stable and he is now out of danger.</p>

<p>Authorities in Nigeria announced that approximately 130 students and teachers from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Niger State, in the country’s northwest, have been released after being kidnapped last month.</p><p>According to reports, around 50 of the hostages managed to escape shortly after the abduction. Later, in early December, authorities announced the release of about 100 additional students. Police now claim that all the hostages have been freed, yet 35 students and teachers are still listed as missing.</p>

Noa Tishby ends her Hanukkah series with comedian Amy Schumer, who reflects on her Jewish roots, support for Israel, and how comedy helps her and others overcome trauma.

<p>Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stated that “Cairo trusts the involvement of US President Donald Trump regarding halting the Israeli violations of the Gaza agreement.”</p><p>He added, “We hope there will be an announcement on entering the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement during January.”</p>

The young woman rescued from Jericho on Friday night gives her first testimony, saying that after speaking with the suspect, she accepted his invitation and arrived at the location believing he was Jewish.