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Thomas Hand, an Irish Catholic who resides in Kibbutz Be’eri, shares his harrowing experience of believing his daughter Emily was killed in a Hamas attack, o...

Israeli thinkers express a complex mix of emotions one year after the October 7th Hamas attacks, ranging from despondency and fear to hope and resilience. Th...

Adi Molcho, a recent widow from Israel, is navigating profound grief after her husband, Gilad Molcho, was killed in action shortly after their wedding. Gilad...

The article reflects on the significant and transformative impact of the October 7, 2023, attacks by Hamas on Israel, marking the worst massacre of Jews sinc...

Idit Ohel shares the harrowing tale of her son Alon's abduction by Hamas terrorists from the Nova Music Festival a year ago, adding a personal dimension to t...

Jodi Rudoren reflects on the complexities of Jewish identity and responsibility in the year following the October 7th attacks. As the anniversary approaches,...

Hussein El Hajj Hassan, a Lebanese Shiite, was indoctrinated by Hezbollah to hate Israelis, viewing them as enemies intent on Middle Eastern domination. His ...

The photo essay by Luke Tress documents the intense and multifaceted impact of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel, as experienced on the streets of N...

Matti Friedman reflects on Israel's ongoing struggle to reclaim security and stability in the context of historical and recent conflicts, focusing on the sym...

A recent report by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) reveals a staggering increase in antisemitic incidents in the U.S., reaching over 10,000 occurrences sinc...

Hanin Ghaddar discusses the impact of the ongoing conflict in Lebanon, focusing on the toll it is taking on civilians and the significant weakening of Hezbol...

Rabbi Slifkin's recent post highlights a stark disparity between Israel's religious communities over Rosh Hashanah in the context of military service. He obs...

Rami Khouri, an influential figure in Middle Eastern politics, discusses Israel's ongoing conflict with Lebanon and Hezbollah with Peter Beinart. With his ex...

Keir Starmer, speaking on the anniversary of the October 7 attacks, highlights the lasting trauma and the ongoing threats of antisemitism both in the UK and ...

Grieving the loss of her son Chaim Katsman, a peace activist tragically killed by Hamas on October 7, Hannah Wacholder Katsman shares her personal experience...

Reflecting on the year since the October 7 massacre, the author examines the aftermath, marked by a disturbing rise in antisemitic sentiment masked as politi...

Natan Slifkin explores the disparity in responses to war between Israel's charedi and dati-leumi communities, particularly during the High Holidays. Slifkin ...

In the complex landscape of Middle Eastern geopolitics, Israel has learned that American strategies often fail to protect its interests and sovereignty. Hist...

The article reflects on a year after the traumatic events of October 7, 2023, when Hamas attacked southern Israel, resulting in a devastating conflict. It hi...

One year after the Oct. 7 outbreak of war in Gaza, student protests have persisted across U.S. campuses, advocating for divestment from military-supporting c...

The Romans renamed the province of Judea to Syria Palaestina around the time of the Bar Kokhba Revolt, primarily to detach the region's Jewish identity. Whil...

The article delves into Israel's potential strategy to bomb Iranian nuclear facilities, driven by escalating tensions between the two nations. It highlights ...

Following the devastating attack on Kibbutz Nir Oz by Hamas on October 7, the community is deeply divided on how to proceed. Chen Itzik, a survivor and lifel...

Dalya Lessem Elnecave explores the intricate dynamics of being an anti-Zionist observant Jew involved with Hillel at Brandeis University. Despite expectation...

The debate around Israel's response to attacks by non-state actors like Hamas often invokes the principle of proportionality in warfare. However, Joshua Hoff...

Amir Tibon, a Haaretz correspondent, recounts his harrowing experience during the Hamas attack on October 7th, 2022, in his new book, "The Gates of Gaza." Ti...

In a broad exploration of current socio-political issues, the piece touches on several topics, such as the implications of a pending longshoremen strike in t...

The article examines the controversial firing of Professor Maura Finkelstein from Muhlenberg College for her pro-Palestine social media posts following the O...

Tensions between Israel and Iran have intensified, marked by a series of covert operations and military engagements that reveal a new chapter in Middle Easte...

Yaacov Yadgar explores the potential reconfiguration of Jewish identity amidst evolving views on Zionism, particularly in the wake of recent conflicts. He ob...

Emily Alhadeff reflects on the past Jewish year, likening it to one interminable day due to ongoing geopolitical conflicts, notably those involving Israel an...

Eight Israeli soldiers were killed in Lebanon during clashes with Hezbollah fighters, marking the first Israeli casualties since a new ground incursion began...

Jessica Wolfendale explores the concept of 'false equivalency' in discussions around war crimes committed by Israel and Hamas. Despite the International Crim...

Zionism, a multifaceted and often contentious ideology, has garnered unprecedented global attention, especially after the events of October 7, 2023, when Ham...

Jay Michaelson reflects on the complex emotions surrounding Rosh Hashanah during a turbulent time marked by conflict involving Israel, Hezbollah, and Iran. H...

An Israeli couple living in Haifa is considering whether to stay in the conflict zone or move to the U.S., where they have been offered a secure living arran...

The article examines the potential shift in the Middle Eastern geopolitical landscape as the Houthis, an Iranian-supported group from Yemen, prepare to assum...

As the Jewish year 5784 closes, the Jewish community is grappling with ongoing challenges, particularly in Israel where external threats persist. The situati...

The article explores how the events of October 7, 2023, have profoundly affected Israeli expatriates living in the United States, prompting many to reassess ...

As Israel enters a new Jewish year, thousands of evacuees face an uncertain future due to ongoing missile threats from Lebanon, primarily impacting residents...

Reflecting on the impact of Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7, a survey by the Jewish Telegraphic Agency captures the emotional toll experienced by their ...

The article discusses the reactions across the Arab world to the death of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah, focusing on the regional view of him as a tyranni...

In a recent vice presidential debate, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz both demonstrated strong support for Israel, especially in light of a ...

Dionne Brand and Adania Shibli engage in a rich dialogue with David Naimon, examining the intersection of language, narrative, and colonial practices. They c...

Following the events of October 7, American Jews are confronted with a harsh reality regarding their political alliances and the institutions they trusted fo...

The article discusses the recent military developments in the Middle East, highlighting Israel's significant success in dismantling Hezbollah's leadership, i...

As Rosh Hashanah approaches, Yonit and Jonathan discuss the intensified Iranian threat against Israel, marked by a recent attack of ballistic missiles, offer...

Yonit and Jonathan reflect on a tumultuous Jewish year characterized by intense challenges, including an unprecedented Iranian missile attack on Israel. Amon...

With the backdrop of another Iranian missile attack on Israel, Yonit Levy and Jonathan Friedland discuss the nation's resilience and the impact of the past y...

The article highlights a critical juncture in the Middle East, focusing on the escalating conflict involving Iran's recent missile assault on Israel. It unde...