The text discusses how Israel, along with other nations, has struggled to grasp and adapt to the evolving landscape of global media warfare and information operations.

The article discusses revelations about key events in the FBI's early counterterrorism efforts and their connection to al-Qaida.

The text discusses the growing concern in Israel regarding the use of U.S.-supplied weapons by the Lebanese army against Israeli forces, following a deadly clash on the Israel-Lebanon border.

In "Up in Smoke," Shalom Auslander humorously recounts a surreal encounter with an ultra-Orthodox rabbi who informs him that he is no longer considered Jewish due to his perceived irreverence and lack of observance.

A recent Haaretz poll revealed that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's popularity in Israel surged by 11 percent after the botched Gaza flotilla raid, with confidence in his government also rising.

The text discusses the concept of responsibility preceding redemption, highlighting the importance of acknowledging past mistakes before achieving a brighter future, drawing parallels between the biblical prophet Isaiah's approach and the actions of Julian Assange and Wikileaks.

Israeli President Shimon Peres, mentored by David Ben-Gurion, had a complex political career marked by distrust, frequent election losses, and a reputation as an underminer, despite later becoming a popular president with strong views on security and peace.

The 2010 U.S. Assembly of Jews hosted the International Jewish Anti-Zionist Network, attracting a younger demographic challenging traditional Jewish views on Israel, seeking to decolonize Palestine through various ideological stances such as non-Zionism and anti-Zionism.

The author reflects on their experience of the World Cup in relation to the overwhelming fanaticism it brought to those around them, providing a temporary escape from the troubling political and social realities of Israel.

John Brennan, President Obama's counterterrorism advisor, has suggested reaching out to "moderate elements" within Hezbollah, a move consistent with the administration's approach to engaging with Muslim extremists rather than moderates.

The text discusses Israel's failed military raid on a Gaza-bound flotilla in the context of changing warfare tactics and public opinion dynamics.

President Obama hosted a reception for Jewish American Heritage Month where Jewish figures like Sandy Koufax and Elena Kagan attended.

The debate surrounding Israel among American Jews has intensified, with criticism directed at advocacy groups like AIPAC and the Anti-Defamation League for their support of Israeli government policies.

The article discusses Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon after a 22-year presence in 2000, highlighting the chaotic and abrupt nature of the retreat.

In "Crossing Mandelbaum Gate," Kai Bird reflects on his childhood spent in the Middle East, mainly in Jerusalem, Beirut, and Saudi Arabia, due to his father's diplomatic service.

The text discusses the significant success and influence of Jews in Hollywood, finance, politics, and academia in the United States, while also highlighting the widespread support for Israel among Americans and in U.S. politics.

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces controversy over his response to the recognition of the Armenian genocide by the U.S. House of Representatives, threatening to deport non-citizen Armenians from Turkey if such resolutions continue.

The text discusses the issue of preventing plane bombings by examining Israel's stringent security measures at airports, contrasting them with American practices.

The discussion on why American Jews tend to lean towards liberalism touches on various perspectives.

The article revisits the tragic events of the Hebron massacre that took place 80 years ago, where Jewish residents were brutally attacked by Arabs, resulting in the deaths of 67 people.

Multiple Jewish newspapers cover a variety of topics, including an article in Boston's Jewish Advocate about 29-year-old Shi Lei's efforts to revamp Kaifeng's ancient Jewish community in China, the Orthodox Union's decision to abstain from a resolution supporting a two-state solution in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the celebration of St. Patrick's Day by Irish-Jewish expats in a piece by Connecticut's Jewish Ledger.

The scandal involving New York Governor Eliot Spitzer and a prostitution ring reveals an Israeli connection, as the alleged ringleader, Mark Brener, was found with an Israeli passport and cash in his apartment.

The Face to Face/Faith to Faith Program facilitates dialogue between teenagers from historically conflicting groups, like Jews and Palestinians, to foster understanding and friendship.

In this poignant account, the author describes hosting women who travel far for late-term abortions in New York due to restrictive laws in their home states, highlighting the vital role of the Haven Coalition in providing support.

Austria has reached a significant milestone in coming to terms with its Nazi past as Chancellor Wolfgang Schssel declared legal peace after a federal judge in New York dismissed the last major Holocaust restitution case against Austria.