Forward
Trump again threatens ‘all hell will break out’ over hostages as envoy signals optimism on a deal
7 Jan 2025
Donald Trump, the president-elect, has reiterated his warning to Hamas to release hostages held in Gaza, asserting that failure to do so before he takes offi...
7 Jan 2025
Forward
What the election of Pierre Poilievre would mean for Canadian Jews and Israel
7 Jan 2025
Pierre Poilievre, poised to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada's Prime Minister, promises to be a staunch ally of Israel and the Jewish community. With his you...
7 Jan 2025
Forward
In interviews on Arab and Israeli TV, a tale of two completely different beliefs about the war
7 Jan 2025
Dan Perry reflects on his experiences in divergent media appearances amidst the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Interviewed by both Al Jazeera and Isra...
7 Jan 2025
Forward
Israeli leaders threaten ‘war’ in the West Bank after terror attack
7 Jan 2025
Amid escalating violence in the West Bank, Israeli leaders are threatening a robust military response following a deadly attack by Palestinian gunmen that ki...
7 Jan 2025
Mishpacha
Trump’s Race Against the Clock
7 Jan 2025
Donald Trump, having won the 2024 election with a strong mandate focusing on the economy and immigration, faces the critical transition period before inaugur...
7 Jan 2025
Forward
The era of fact-checking is over, Meta says, even if it leads to more disinformation
7 Jan 2025
Meta has decided to cease its practice of fact-checking posts on Facebook and Instagram, citing concerns about the overly restrictive nature of its previous ...
7 Jan 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
"Israel might have to finish Hezbollah,"
7 Jan 2025
Rawan Osman, a Lebanese/Syrian activist, discusses the potential necessity for Israel to take decisive action against Hezbollah, a significant militant group...
7 Jan 2025
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Meta Analysis
7 Jan 2025
The episode delves into the reasons behind Justin Trudeau's resignation, exploring Western political stagnation and public distrust in long-standing leaders ...
7 Jan 2025
Jewish Chronicle
Don’t lose hope: Many Palestinians do want peace
7 Jan 2025
In the wake of the divisive rhetoric following the October 7 attack, Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib calls for hope and a renewed path towards peaceful coexistence betw...
7 Jan 2025
JTA
Investing firm to stop assessing human rights risk in ‘contiguous territorial disputes’ after scrutiny from pro-Israel groups
7 Jan 2025
Morningstar, a firm known for advice on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues, has chosen to cease evaluating human rights risks related to cont...
7 Jan 2025
JTA
Jean-Marie Le Pen, French far-right leader who was convicted of Holocaust denial, dies at 96
7 Jan 2025
Jean-Marie Le Pen, the French far-right politician known for his antisemitic rhetoric and Holocaust denial, has died at 96. A controversial figure in French ...
7 Jan 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
We have a moral obligation to end this nightmare of conflict in the Middle East
7 Jan 2025
In an insightful discussion, Lebanese/Syrian activist Rawan Osman emphasizes the moral responsibility individuals and communities share in resolving the ongo...
7 Jan 2025
Jewish Chronicle
We can’t let anti-Israel activists poison the well of Wikipedia
7 Jan 2025
Wikipedia's credibility is under scrutiny as anti-Israel activists manipulate content, particularly around sensitive topics like Israeli hostages and 2023 co...
7 Jan 2025
Future of Jewish
The Agony of Indulging in a Hostage Deal Yet Again
7 Jan 2025
In the aftermath of the October 7th hostage crisis in Israel, the national conversation once again revolves around the harrowing decisions involved in negoti...
7 Jan 2025
Forward
The U.S. has been too weak in seeking a hostage deal. Could Trump really change things?
7 Jan 2025
In the midst of ongoing negotiations for the release of Israeli hostages from the Gaza Strip, the entrance of Donald Trump into the U.S. presidency raises qu...
7 Jan 2025
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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How Jewish issues affected Justin Trudeau’s loss of support—and ultimate resignation
7 Jan 2025
Anthony Housefather discusses his call for Justin Trudeau's resignation amid divisions within the Liberal Party over Jewish issues and foreign policy concern...
7 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Trump Middle East envoy says he’s ‘really hopeful’ hostage deal will be struck by Inauguration Day
7 Jan 2025
Steve Witkoff, President-elect Donald Trump's Middle East envoy, expressed optimism about a potential deal for the release of hostages detained by Hamas, pot...
7 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
A look at the right-wing lawmakers that could constrain pro-Israel legislation in the new Congress
7 Jan 2025
House Republicans, with a slim majority, face potential challenges in passing pro-Israel legislation due to objections from a faction of right-wing lawmakers...
7 Jan 2025
JTA
Some Israeli soldiers traveling abroad are facing war crimes inquiries over their Gaza service
6 Jan 2025
Israeli soldiers who have served in Gaza and subsequently posted related content on social media are encountering legal challenges abroad, leading to rapid e...
6 Jan 2025
Forward
Four years after Jan. 6, pardons for rioters would be an insult — and threat — to Jews
6 Jan 2025
On the fourth anniversary of the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, Rob Eshman argues that pardoning those involved would be an insult to Jewish communiti...
6 Jan 2025
JTA
Far-right party founded by former Nazis is tapped to lead Austria’s government
6 Jan 2025
Austria's far-right Freedom Party, a group with historical ties to former Nazi SS soldiers, has been tasked with forming a governing coalition after winning ...
6 Jan 2025
Forward
Why 'Awkward' — or 'Umgelumpert' — is the word of the day
6 Jan 2025
In her language-themed column, Aviya Kushner explores the prevalence and multifaceted meanings of the word "awkward," especially in the political context of ...
6 Jan 2025
18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers
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Jonathan Gribetz: Teaching the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict (18Forty Podcast Re-Release)
6 Jan 2025
Jonathan Gribetz, a professor of Near Eastern Studies at Princeton, discusses the nuanced and evolving discourse between Jews and Arabs since the infancy of ...
6 Jan 2025
Forward
4 years ago, he stormed the Capitol wearing a Camp Auschwitz sweatshirt. Where is he now?
6 Jan 2025
Robert Keith Packer became infamous for wearing a "Camp Auschwitz" sweatshirt during the January 6th Capitol riot in 2021. This symbol of antisemitism was pa...
6 Jan 2025
Forward
American Jews skeptical of Trump’s ability to combat antisemitism, new survey shows
6 Jan 2025
A recent survey conducted by the Jewish People Policy Institute reveals that a majority of American Jews are skeptical about President-elect Donald Trump's a...
6 Jan 2025
JTA
Justin Trudeau resigns as Canadian PM, having lost confidence of much of country’s Jewish community
6 Jan 2025
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation amidst declining poll numbers and internal discord within his party, particularly among ...
6 Jan 2025
Hadassah
Sharren Haskel Is a Champion in Confronting Blood Libel
6 Jan 2025
Sharren Haskel, a member of Knesset and now deputy foreign minister, has been at the forefront of efforts to expose and combat misinformation regarding Israe...
6 Jan 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
Lebanese-Syrian Activist Rawan Osman on the New Middle East
6 Jan 2025
In a recent episode, activist Rawan Osman discusses the evolving dynamics of the Middle East, drawing on her experiences and insights as a member of the Leba...
6 Jan 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
Syria After Assad | Lebanese-Syrian Activist Rawan Osman on the New Middle East
6 Jan 2025
In an enlightening discussion on 'State of a Nation,' Eylon Levy talks with Lebanese-Syrian activist Rawan Osman about the transformative developments in the...
6 Jan 2025
The Beinart Notebook
Correction
6 Jan 2025
In this brief entry, Peter Beinart directs readers to his publication, The Beinart Notebook, which offers insights and commentary on contemporary issues. He ...
6 Jan 2025
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Trump Coming In, Biden Going Out
6 Jan 2025
The episode dives into the political transitions as Trump is set to become president again and examines the cohesion within the Republican Party against the ...
6 Jan 2025
JTA
List of hostages for potential release circulates as pressure mounts for ceasefire deal
6 Jan 2025
Amid rising hopes for a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, an unofficial list of hostages potentially being considered for release has emerged in media...
6 Jan 2025
The Beinart Notebook
Antony Blinken’s Mental Prison
6 Jan 2025
Peter Beinart critiques U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's recent interview with the New York Times, focusing on Blinken's perspective on the Gaza conf...
6 Jan 2025
JTA
3 Israelis killed in West Bank terror attack
6 Jan 2025
Three Israelis, including a police officer and two elderly women, were killed in a terrorist attack in the northern West Bank. Palestinian gunmen targeted ve...
6 Jan 2025
JTA
Antony Blinken says he conditioned Biden’s first trip to Israel after Oct. 7 on aid to Gaza
6 Jan 2025
In a candid interview with The New York Times, outgoing Secretary of State Antony Blinken disclosed the strategic pressures he applied on Israel following th...
6 Jan 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
I want my family to live!
6 Jan 2025
In this emotional segment, Stav Cohen shares a personal narrative about her desire for a safe and peaceful life for her family amidst ongoing conflict and un...
6 Jan 2025
Future of Jewish
5 Stupid Comparisons to the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
6 Jan 2025
The article critiques popular but misguided comparisons between the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and other global conflicts, such as Ukraine-Russia, Vietnam,...
6 Jan 2025
Tel Aviv Review
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Israel’s Legal Quagmire: An Appraisal
6 Jan 2025
Dr. Eran Shamir-Borer discusses Israel's precarious legal situation in the international arena, focusing on its actions in Gaza and the broader context of Is...
6 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Officer, lawmaker, now author: MK Tur-Paz publishes his war diary
6 Jan 2025
MK Moshe Kinley Tur-Paz, known for his liberal Religious Zionist background and residence in Kfar Etzion, chronicles his dual role as a lawmaker and IDF offi...
6 Jan 2025
The Beinart Notebook
Grazia Careccia of Amnesty International
5 Jan 2025
Peter Beinart interviews Grazia Careccia, the Deputy Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa at Amnesty International, regarding their recent ...
5 Jan 2025
Forward
Trump names former foe to Middle East team
5 Jan 2025
In a surprising move, President-elect Donald Trump announced the appointment of Morgan Ortagus as a deputy to his special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Wit...
5 Jan 2025
JTA
Trump names a former critic as Middle East aide — but says, ‘These things usually don’t work out’
5 Jan 2025
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Morgan Ortagus as his deputy envoy for Middle East peace, despite expressing reservations due to her past criticis...
5 Jan 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
A terror tunnel network longer than the NYC subway.
5 Jan 2025
The video delves into the extensive network of tunnels used by Hamas in Gaza, which reportedly surpasses the length of the entire New York City subway system...
5 Jan 2025
Forward
In exit interview, Secretary of State Blinken reflects on U.S.-Israel tensions and the struggle for a ceasefire in Gaza
5 Jan 2025
Secretary of State Antony Blinken, in an exit interview with The New York Times, addressed the tensions between the U.S. and Israel over the conflict in Gaza...
5 Jan 2025
Israel: State of a Nation
Hamas mind games.
5 Jan 2025
Hamas often employs psychological tactics to influence and manipulate perceptions among both their supporters and adversaries. These 'mind games' can include...
5 Jan 2025
JTA
Elissa Slotkin sworn into Senate on Reform movement women’s Torah commentary
5 Jan 2025
In a historic nod to her Jewish identity and gender, Elissa Slotkin chose "The Torah: A Women's Commentary" for her swearing-in to the U.S. Senate, marking a...
5 Jan 2025
JTA
Joe Biden awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Jewish megadonor George Soros
5 Jan 2025
President Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to George Soros, a Jewish Holocaust survivor and major donor to progressive causes. At 94, Soro...
5 Jan 2025
Future of Jewish
Inside the Media's Secret Playbook to Undermine Israel
4 Jan 2025
Nachum Kaplan's essay critiques mainstream media's linguistic strategies that allegedly mask anti-Israel bias, particularly in coverage of the Israeli-Palest...
4 Jan 2025
Future of Jewish
Eva, why do you hate me so much?
4 Jan 2025
Israeli writer Tzlil Berko pens a provocative open letter to a European woman named Eva, challenging her pro-Palestinian stance and support for slogans like ...
4 Jan 2025
Forward
What Jimmy Carter has to teach Donald Trump about peace in the Middle East
4 Jan 2025
Jeremy Ben-Ami reflects on the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter and draws lessons for peace-building in the Middle East. Carter's leadership during th...
4 Jan 2025