President Donald Trump firmly shut down growing speculation about a potential third term, telling NBC’s Meet the Press that he has no intention of seeking office beyond 2028, despite flirtations with the idea in recent months. “This is not something I’m looking to do,” Trump told host Kristen Welker in the Sunday broadcast. “I’m looking to have four great years and turn it over to somebody—ideally a great Republican—to carry it forward.” Trump’s comments appear to contradict his previous musings about a possible third term. In March, he claimed he wasn’t “joking” when referencing a 2028 run and hinted there were “methods” around the constitutional ban established by the 22nd Amendment.

The Sudanese military destroyed a UAE transport aircraft loaded with drones and Chinese-manufactured weapons at Nyala Airport.

Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu has been confiding to those in his inner circle that he feels increasingly disillusioned with President Donald Trump’s approach to the Middle East, according to a report published by Yisroel Hayom.
While Trump often makes strong statements during meetings about confronting Syria and Iran, Netanyahu reportedly feels that the administration’s follow-through is inconsistent and not aligned with its rhetoric.

In response to Israel’s expanded operations in Gaza, the Houthis declared a complete air blockade on Israel, promising repeated strikes on airports, particularly Ben Gurion, while urging airlines to cancel flights and condemning Israeli actions in Lebanon and Syria, vowing Yemen’s defiance.

Levaya underway now at 770 for HaRav Sholom Dovber Lipskar zt”l, the longtime Rav of The Shul of Bal Harbour and founder of the Aleph Institute, who was niftar on Shabbos. An additional Levaya amd Kevura will take place shortly at the Ohel of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, 226-20 Francis Lewis Blvd., Cambria Heights, NY 11411.

The share of Americans expecting a U.S. recession in the next year jumped to 72% in April — the highest in two years and up 8 points since November.

President Donald Trump stated in a newly aired interview that the goal of his administration’s current negotiations with Iran is the “total dismantlement” of its nuclear infrastructure. However, he added that he would be open to permitting Iran to maintain a civilian nuclear energy program.
The interview, which took place on Friday and was broadcast Sunday on NBC’s Meet the Press, spanned numerous topics, including Trump’s early priorities during his second term in office.
NBC host Kristen Welker asked the president directly if he would only accept “total dismantlement of Iran’s nuclear program” as part of the negotiations.
“Total dismantlement. Yes, that is all I would accept,” Trump answered.

In response to an alarming uptick in public chillul Shabbos, leading rabbonim from across Beit Shemesh and beyond have issued a strongly worded kol koreh, calling on residents to strengthen their observance of Shabbos and to firmly oppose growing trends that compromise its sanctity.
The letter, signed by more than twenty rabbonim and dayanim, decries the rising phenomenon of businesses operating in violation of halacha, with a special focus on the increasing activity of the “BIG” shopping centers on Shabbos. These commercial hubs, the rabbonim warn, are violating the holiness of Shabbos.

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“Telling your wife your needs and wants” is a complete waste of time for married men who want happiness and I’ll tell you why. So many marriage experts claim they have the secret to a happy marriage and that it all comes down to communication, boundaries and bringing in more money. They tell you to help out more at home, talk about the past, go together to a marriage professional but never stop to take inventory of whether ANY of these methods are actually WORKING in creating happiness and joy! I am not saying those strategies don’t work at all, but they are the long… slow… painful way of having a happy home.

The White House plans to cut staffing at the CIA and other intelligence agencies, including the National Security Agency, Trump administration officials told members of Congress, The Washington Post reported Friday. A person familiar with the plan but not authorized to discuss it publicly confirmed the changes to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. The administration plans to reduce the CIA workforce by 1,200 over several years, and cut thousands of positions at the NSA and other intelligence agencies. The Post reported that the reductions at the CIA include several hundred people who have already opted for early retirement. The rest of the cuts would be achieved partly through reduced hirings and would not likely necessitate layoffs.

Rav Reuven Kamenetsky, a respected Rosh Kollel in Yerushalayim, has released a recorded message delivering a clear and urgent message regarding the opinion of his revered uncle, Rav Shmuel Kamenetsky.
In the message, Rav Reuven reveals that Rav Shmuel strongly endorses the Eretz HaKodesh slate in the World Zionist Organization (WZO) elections, warning that it would be a tremendous Chilul Hashem if the non-Orthodox movements gain strength at the expense of Torah-aligned parties. He stresses that Torah Jewry must make its voice heard by voting for Eretz HaKodesh.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas accused Hamas-affiliated gangs of looting humanitarian aid in Gaza, calling the theft a national disgrace during a time of immense suffering. “The looting and theft carried out by criminal gangs targeting warehouses and storage facilities of humanitarian aid is unacceptable,” Abbas said in remarks published Friday by the P.A.’s official Wafa news agency. Abbas pointed the finger squarely at “Hamas-affiliated gangs,” accusing them of being “primarily responsible” for pillaging the aid meant for Gaza’s war-ravaged civilians.

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir paid a visit this morning to Shayetet 13, the elite Israeli naval commando unit, alongside Vice-Admiral David Saar Salama.
During the tour, Zamir received an operational update highlighting the unit’s performance and capabilities throughout the war. He also took time to engage with the commandos, commending them for their dedication and service across various combat zones.
Addressing the ongoing military campaign in Gaza, Zamir stated, “This week we are issuing tens of thousands of orders to our reservists in order to enhance and expand our operation in Gaza. We are increasing pressure in order to bring back the hostages and defeat Hamas. We will operate in additional areas and destroy all infrastructure above and below ground.”

Despite military regulations restricting non-essential communications on Shabbos, the IDF Spokesperson’s Unit has continued to release press statements on Shabbosos, even when the information does not pertain to urgent matters or immediate threats to human life.
One such example occurred this past Shabbos, when the IDF issued a routine update summarizing operations carried out in Judea and Samaria during the month of April.

The United States has given initial approval to sell $3.5 billion worth of air-to-air missiles for Saudi Arabia’s fighter jets, the latest proposed arms deal for the region ahead of President Donald Trump ‘s planned trip to the region later this month. The sale, announced early Saturday, likely will be one of several heralded by Trump on his visit to the kingdom. Saudi Arabia has already said it wants to invest $600 billion in the United States over the next four years, likely as a way to woo Trump to again pick the kingdom for his first formal trip as president. Trump traveled to Italy briefly for Pope Francis’ funeral. Trump’s 2017 trip to Saudi Arabia upended a tradition of modern U.S.

The Aron carrying HaRav Sholom Lipskar ZT”L is on its way to 770 Eastern Parkway for the Levaya after landing at JFK Airport on a Hatzalah Airplane from Miami.

United Airlines announced on Friday that it will be scaling back its operations at Newark Liberty International Airport, eliminating 35 daily round-trip flights from its schedule. The airline cited continued disruptions caused by airport construction, a lack of FAA personnel, and technical failures as the main factors behind the decision, which has already impacted thousands of passengers with extensive delays.
This latest adjustment will reduce United’s daily flights at Newark by 10%, a significant cut to the airline’s overall operations at the busy New Jersey hub.

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