ISSUES

At CUFI, we are focused on several key issues with the goal of defending Israel’s strength, security, and sovereignty.

If you want to keep up with all things Israel, sign up for CUFI’s Daily Briefing – our daily news roundup created exclusively for CUFI members. Every morning, Monday through Friday, receive an email with some of the top headlines in the news so you are always informed and ready to debunk lies with the truth.

In The News

Three killed, six wounded in terror shooting near Jerusalem

Three Israelis were killed and six other people were wounded on Thursday morning in a terror shooting on Weizman Boulevard at the entrance to Jerusalem.
Magen David Adom emergency medical personnel treated the victims before evacuating them to hospitals in the capital.
Read more: Jewish News Syndicate

In The News

Israel to mark 76th anniversary of UN partition plan

Israel plans to mark the 76th anniversary of the United Nations partition plan at the world body’s headquarters in New York on Wednesday, Ynet reported.
On Nov. 29, 1947, the U.N. General Assembly passed Resolution 181 by a vote of 33 to 13 with 10 abstentions and one absentee, to partition British Mandatory Palestinian into Jewish and Arab...

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IDF kills two senior terror operatives in Jenin during West Bank raid

Israeli troops killed two senior terror operatives in the West Bank’s Jenin refugee camp during an operation there on Wednesday, the Border Police, Israel Defense Forces and Shin Bet announced in a joint statement.

Read more: The Times of Israel

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Farmer hero saved scores while Hamas massacred 364 at music festival

Rami Davidian, a farmer from Moshav Patish, an Israeli farming community located about 10 miles from the Gaza Strip, saved scores of young partygoers during Hamas’s murderous assault on the northwestern Negev.

Read more: Jewish News Syndicate

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Israel receives list of next 10 Hamas hostages to be freed

The Israeli government has received the list of 10 hostages to be released by Hamas on Wednesday.
Their return to Israel will mark the sixth daily hostage release since a ceasefire agreement with the terror group went into effect on Nov. 24. The hostages’ families have been notified.
Read more: Jewish News Syndicate

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Aunt of Ariel, 4, and 10-month-old Kfir Bibas: ‘We hope they aren’t held as a trophy’

Ofri Bibas, the aunt of the two youngest hostages still held in Gaza, said Tuesday that she wants to believe that the delay in releasing her family during the lull in fighting is part of Hamas’s psychological warfare.

Read more: The Times of Israel

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‘Keep waving’: Daily Hamas propaganda clips show freed hostages’ forced goodbyes

It has become something of a daily ritual.

On each of the days of the temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas that started Friday, as the Palestinian terror group released a small daily group of hostages — among the total of some 240 it kidnapped during its murderous onslaught on October 7 — it has also issued propaganda footage of the...

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Fifth group of Gaza hostages set to be freed by Hamas, on 1st day of truce extension

A fifth group of Israeli hostages was set to be released by Palestinian terror group Hamas on Tuesday after 53 days in captivity in the Gaza Strip.

An initial four-day ceasefire in Israel’s war against Hamas that had been due to expire has been extended by two days, with two more batches of hostages — estimated to consist of 10 abductees each —...

In The News

Hamas attacks IDF troops in Gaza, breaking ceasefire

Hamas terrorists attacked Israeli troops in the northern Gaza Strip on Tuesday, in violation of the ceasefire agreement with Israel.
Read more: Jewish News Syndicate

Event Recaps

October 31 – Israel Is – Lakeland, FL

I had the amazing opportunity to speak to a large and wonderful chapel service for a Christian school in Lakeland, FL. It went incredibly well and the students were well engaged and taking notes. I also spoke to several classes and was able to do lots of Q&A. I truly feel like the HS students got a sold understanding and a better way to have...

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October 29 – Rally for Israel – Panama City Beach, FL

Ministry Engagement Director Bob Scott of CUFI was the MC and Final Speaker of an event held in Panama City Beach, FL, hosted by CUFI members Larry and Pam Perry. 200+ were in attendance at this rally for Israel, and speakers also included the local mayor, the CFO of the State of Florida, a local Pastor and Rabbi. Those in attendance received CUFI...

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October 29 – Israel Is – Moscow, ID

Trinity Baptist Church was full this past Sunday morning. They had about double what the Church usually runs. They did a great job promoting the “Israel Is”, Sunday. The pastor was amazed and encouraged by the turnout. The response was strong. The people were very engaged. They are very interested in what’s happening in Israel, regarding Israel,...

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October 29 – Night to Honor Israel – Brooklyn Park, MN

The tenth Africa Night To Honor Israel drew over six hundred people from multiple Christian and Jewish congregations to join in solidarity with Israel and emphasize the love and connection from the African communities. Dr Francis and Pastor Christine Tabla coordinated the gala event that with music, dancing, and messages from a long list of...

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October 27 – Israel Rally – Nashville, TN

Various speakers and guests were in attendance at a Rally for Israel at the TN State Capitol. CUFI was recognized in attendance and Ministry Engagement Director Bob Scott was able to greet the crowd, welcoming them to the event and point them towards the work of Christians United for Israel.

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October 26 – Israel You Are Not Alone – Roseville, CA

CUFI’s Israel Is message had been on calendar for months for the Pleasant Grove Community Church women’s ministry meeting but focus changed in light of the attacks by Hamas. The information and update was well received and the meeting shifted to a time of Q and A.

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October 21 – Prayer Rally – Lexington, SC

I had the opportunity to speak at a Prayer Rally in SC as they invited me to speak because they wanted to “give Israel her proper place and pray for her first, before they prayed for anything else.”
To say the atmosphere was electrifying would be an understatement. The congregation was on their feet and clapping as I was emphasizing the different...

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October 18 – Israel You Are Not Alone – Sutherlin, OR

CUFI held its first meeting in Sutherlin Oregon to rally support for Israel in the wake of the Hamas murders of 1400 Israelis. The audience of about a hundred and twenty represented several churches from the area and stayed for a lengthy Q and A time. An offering was received for CUFI’s Emergency Relief Campaign.

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October 18 – Israel Is – Pella, IA

Ministry Engagement Director Bob Scott was with Israel Pastor Experience Alumni Doug Harris for a special Israel Is and “Israel You Are Not Alone” event on a Wednesday evening. Everyone in attendance was engaged with the CUFI message and stayed an extra 30 minutes for Q&A. This church is well versed in their knowledge of Israel due to Pastor...

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October 18 – Holocaust Memorial Re-Dedication – Des Moines, IA

CUFI was invited to attend the re-dedication of the Holocaust Memorial on the grounds of the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines. The event had been planned for the October 7th invasion of Israel by Hamas, as the state legislature’s $100,000 expenditure to restore the memorial had been completed shortly before. This event was well attended, and...

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October 15 – Israel Is – West Des Moines, IA

Ministry Engagement Director Bob Scott held Israel Is events during 2 Sunday morning services for Israel Trip Alumni Pastor Joshua Kyande. The church was engaged in the message and many joined CUFI as members. The church also took an offering to support the work of CUFI.