The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/guns/ News from Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:39:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2018/11/toi_icon_512-200x200.png guns | The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/guns/ 32 32 Triggered by record antisemitism, local Jews put stock in LA-based security nonprofit https://www.timesofisrael.com/triggered-by-record-antisemitism-local-jews-put-stock-in-la-based-security-nonprofit/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:00:43 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3737991 Offering armed community protection, firearm training and self-defense classes, Magen Am is rapidly expanding its footprint as attacks spike in the wake of Oct. 7

The post Triggered by record antisemitism, local Jews put stock in LA-based security nonprofit appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> Texas lawmaker quits race, handing GOP nod to man he called ‘known neo-Nazi’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/texas-lawmaker-quits-race-handing-gop-nod-to-man-he-called-known-neo-nazi/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 06:45:15 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3771188 Republican nominee Brandon Herrera, known as 'The AK Guy' on his YouTube channel with over 4 million followers, has posted videos featuring Nazi salutes and music, mock goose-steps

The post Texas lawmaker quits race, handing GOP nod to man he called ‘known neo-Nazi’ appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> After Alex Pretti killing in Minneapolis, Jewish gun owners confront 2nd Amendment tensions https://www.timesofisrael.com/after-alex-pretti-killing-in-minneapolis-jewish-gun-owners-confront-2nd-amendment-tensions/ Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:56:04 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3744785 The shooting by ICE agents has spurred debate over whether the Trump administration’s response to armed protesters may be at odds with protections traditionally cherished by conservatives

The post After Alex Pretti killing in Minneapolis, Jewish gun owners confront 2nd Amendment tensions appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> In Australia, alarm over neglected gun control laws after Bondi Hanukkah terror attack https://www.timesofisrael.com/in-australia-alarm-over-neglected-gun-control-laws-after-bondi-hanukkah-terror-attack/ Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:00:37 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3714369 System put in place after deadly 1996 mass shooting is filled with shortcomings amid lax background checks, removal of 28-day cooling-off period for owners to buy more weapons

The post In Australia, alarm over neglected gun control laws after Bondi Hanukkah terror attack appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> Michigan man who harassed parents, kids near synagogue pleads guilty to gun crime https://www.timesofisrael.com/michigan-man-who-harassed-parents-kids-near-synagogue-pleads-guilty-to-gun-crime/ Thu, 29 May 2025 10:52:04 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3560931 Hassan Chokr, 37, of Dearborn allegedly hurled antisemitic abuse, including 'You are all going to die!' and 'F— you, Israel,' as preschoolers walked to suburban Temple Beth El

The post Michigan man who harassed parents, kids near synagogue pleads guilty to gun crime appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> Trump safe after apparent assassination attempt at his Florida golf course, FBI says https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-safe-after-shots-fired-near-his-florida-golf-course-says-secret-service/ Sun, 15 Sep 2024 20:46:09 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3376310 Months after bullet grazed his ear at rally, former US president says he is well after man pointed gun some 400 meters from him; suspect Ryan Routh, a former Trump voter, in custody

The post Trump safe after apparent assassination attempt at his Florida golf course, FBI says appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> ‘The only person I can trust is myself’: Women explain rush to buy guns after Oct. 7 https://www.timesofisrael.com/the-only-person-i-can-trust-is-myself-women-explain-rush-to-buy-guns-after-oct-7/ Sat, 22 Jun 2024 15:09:58 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3316689 Civilians carrying firearms have multiplied with encouragement from far-right minister; some feminist groups say the trend is worrying and will encourage violence

The post ‘The only person I can trust is myself’: Women explain rush to buy guns after Oct. 7 appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> Facing public backlash, Netanyahu speaks to father of hero civilian killed by soldier https://www.timesofisrael.com/facing-public-backlash-netanyahu-speaks-to-father-of-civilian-killed-by-soldier/ Sun, 03 Dec 2023 14:19:50 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3169392 PM calls for investigation into death of Yuval Castleman, who was shot after taking out terrorists, calls incident a 'terrible tragedy' after previously saying only 'that's life'

The post Facing public backlash, Netanyahu speaks to father of hero civilian killed by soldier appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> Jewish NY lawmaker Inna Vernikov arrested after carrying gun to pro-Palestinian rally https://www.timesofisrael.com/jewish-ny-lawmaker-inna-vernikov-arrested-after-carrying-gun-to-pro-palestinian-rally/ Sat, 14 Oct 2023 06:34:36 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3122786 Republican councilwoman charged with criminal possession of a firearm although she has a license to own a gun; sidearms are not permitted in 'sensitive locations' in New York

The post Jewish NY lawmaker Inna Vernikov arrested after carrying gun to pro-Palestinian rally appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> Security forces raid Palestinian gun workshop, seize lathes, dozens of firearm parts https://www.timesofisrael.com/security-forces-raid-palestinian-gun-workshop-seize-lathes-dozens-of-firearm-parts/ Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:36:32 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3084806 Police detain 26-year-old in Beitunia over weapons manufacturing, dealing; IDF troops also locate primed explosives in northern West Bank town

The post Security forces raid Palestinian gun workshop, seize lathes, dozens of firearm parts appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> Pregnant Ohio woman shot and killed by her toddler https://www.timesofisrael.com/pregnant-ohio-woman-shot-and-killed-by-toddler/ Thu, 22 Jun 2023 17:51:12 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3038615 Laura Ilg shot while 33-weeks pregnant by 2-year-old son who was playing with gun not properly stored

The post Pregnant Ohio woman shot and killed by her toddler appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> Ben Gvir moves to ease gun bureaucracy in bid to arm civilians against crime, terror https://www.timesofisrael.com/ben-gvir-moves-to-ease-gun-bureaucracy-in-bid-to-arm-civilians-against-crime-terror/ Sun, 30 Apr 2023 19:05:58 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3005876 Recently discharged IDF troops, police officers, firefighters, active reservists will need only health declaration, police approval to carry arms

The post Ben Gvir moves to ease gun bureaucracy in bid to arm civilians against crime, terror appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> 5 killed in Texas as family home shot up by neighbor https://www.timesofisrael.com/5-killed-in-texas-after-family-home-shot-up-by-neighbor/ Sat, 29 Apr 2023 14:59:41 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3005362 Two women found dead laying over two children in effort to protect them; gunman is believed to have killed group after they asked him to stop firing gun in backyard

The post 5 killed in Texas as family home shot up by neighbor appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> Alec Baldwin charge to be dropped in fatal film set shooting as probe carries on https://www.timesofisrael.com/alec-baldwin-charge-to-be-dropped-in-fatal-film-set-shooting-as-probe-carries-on/ Fri, 21 Apr 2023 07:18:10 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3000097 Prosecutors say actor not vindicated yet, but they will no longer pursue involuntary manslaughter accusation over accidental killing of cinematographer

The post Alec Baldwin charge to be dropped in fatal film set shooting as probe carries on appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]> Israelis seek out gun ownership amid spike in Palestinian attacks https://www.timesofisrael.com/israelis-seek-out-gun-ownership-amid-spike-in-palestinian-attacks/ Thu, 30 Mar 2023 18:35:18 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=2987117 Minister announced plan to speed up licensing in wake of deadly shooting outside Jerusalem synagogue; gun range owner: 'Even those who didn't want one realized they needed one'

The post Israelis seek out gun ownership amid spike in Palestinian attacks appeared first on The Times of Israel.

]]>