Forward
PEN America cancels prestigious literary awards after authors withdraw in protest over Gaza response
22 Apr
PEN America has decided to cancel its annual Literary Award ceremony due to numerous authors withdrawing in protest over the organization's response to the c...
22 Apr
JTA
Israel’s military intelligence chief resigns, taking responsibility for Oct. 7 failures
22 Apr
Israel's military intelligence chief, Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva, has resigned, taking responsibility for the intelligence failures that allowed a Hamas invasio...
22 Apr
JTA
House overwhelmingly passes Israel aid, even as dissent grows in both parties
22 Apr
The U.S. House of Representatives approved a $26 billion Israel-Gaza aid package with overwhelming support, including funding for Israel's defense and humani...
22 Apr
Tel Aviv Review
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Whither the Palestinian Citizens of Israel?
22 Apr
Dr. Ahmad Agbaria discusses the historical and current status of Palestinian citizens of Israel, highlighting the erosion of their democratic rights amid ong...
22 Apr
The Beinart Notebook
Dr. Musallam Abu Khalil on Life and Death in Gaza
22 Apr
Dr. Musallam Abu Khalil, a doctor working for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) in Gaza, will be discussing life and death in Gaza during a ...
22 Apr
Jewish Chronicle
As a former British soldier, only visiting Israel made me understand the Gaza war
22 Apr
A former British soldier visited Israel and gained a deeper understanding of the Gaza war on October 7 through firsthand experience. Hamas launched a highly ...
22 Apr
Forward
Not just Columbia: The center of campus resistance is in Israel
22 Apr
Nadera Shalhoub-Kevorkian, a prominent Palestinian-Israeli professor, has faced arrest and harassment by Israeli authorities for her outspoken criticism of I...
22 Apr
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Horrors at Columbia
22 Apr
At Columbia University, escalating anti-Semitic protests have highlighted longstanding academic issues, prompting discussions on safety, enforcement, and hig...
22 Apr
The Beinart Notebook
Seeing Hagar, and Seeing Gaza, this Passover
22 Apr
The discussion examines the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, particularly focusing on the work of Dr. Musallam Abu Khalil, a UNRWA doctor running a prima...
22 Apr
Jewish Chronicle
As a Palestinian, I deplore what is happening at Columbia and other campuses – and what Hamas has done to us
22 Apr
The text discusses the presence of militant pro-Hamas sentiments at Columbia University's Gaza solidarity encampment, highlighting chants against Jews and th...
22 Apr
Jewish Chronicle
Keir Starmer: This year, we celebrate Passover under a dark cloud
22 Apr
Sir Keir Starmer, Leader of the Labour Party, reflects on the significance of Passover, emphasizing the themes of freedom, solidarity, and compassion. He ack...
22 Apr
Future of Jewish
I changed my mind about the Israeli hostages.
22 Apr
The essay discusses reevaluating priorities in Israel following the Hamas-led kidnappings, emphasizing the need to prioritize securing the release of Israeli...
22 Apr
JTA
In a first, US is reportedly set to sanction Israeli military unit for alleged human rights abuses
21 Apr
The United States is reportedly planning to sanction an Israeli military unit, the Netzach Yehuda battalion, for alleged human rights abuses against Palestin...
21 Apr
Forward
Orthodox group at Columbia advises Jewish students to leave campus amid anti-war protests
21 Apr
Amid anti-war protests at Columbia University, Jewish students received conflicting advice on whether to stay on campus during Passover. Rabbi Elie Buechler ...
21 Apr
Israel: State of a Nation
Hezbollah has the 8th largest missile stockpile in the world
21 Apr
The video discusses how Hezbollah, located on Israel's northern border, possesses the 8th largest missile stockpile globally, with Miri Eisin providing insig...
21 Apr
Future of Jewish
What the hell is going on?
21 Apr
"Future of Jewish" is a newsletter discussing various events in the Jewish world, including rising anti-Israel sentiments and incidents like desecration at a...
21 Apr
Future of Jewish
When will you, America, ever learn?
20 Apr
The text discusses the ongoing conflicts and tensions in the Middle East, particularly regarding the United States' policies towards Iran and Israel, as well...
20 Apr
Forward
Who is Nemat Shafik, Columbia’s president under fire?
19 Apr
Nemat Minouche Shafik, a baroness, economist, immigrant, and Muslim American, is facing criticism as the president of Columbia University amidst turmoil over...
19 Apr
Forward
‘Egregious:’ A legal perspective on Columbia University's mass arrests
19 Apr
Columbia University saw mass arrests of over 100 students and two legal observers after a pro-Palestinian protest was cleared by the New York police departme...
19 Apr
JTA
‘I’m ready to leave this campus’: Jewish students at Columbia feel discomfort and isolation following Thursday’s unrest
19 Apr
Jewish students at Columbia University, including those at Barnard College, have been feeling discomfort and isolation following recent unrest on campus, inc...
19 Apr
JTA
South Africa’s president rehearsed genocide charge against Israel in meeting with local Jewish leaders
19 Apr
During a meeting between South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa and Jewish leaders to address rising antisemitism, Ramaphosa surprised the Jewish community...
19 Apr
Forward
Celebrating Passover feels futile with hostages in Gaza. But we must.
19 Apr
As Passover approaches, the author grapples with celebrating the holiday while hostages remain captive in Gaza for over six months. Feeling conflicted betwee...
19 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
Ignorant Jews and their 'Judaism'
19 Apr
The text discusses the issue of ignorance among Jews, particularly focusing on the misunderstanding of academic freedom, Judaism, and the significance of Isr...
19 Apr
JTA
Pro-Palestinian demonstrator is removed from Warsaw Ghetto Uprising commemoration in Poland
19 Apr
During the commemoration of the 81st anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising in Poland, a pro-Palestinian demonstrator briefly disrupted the event by placi...
19 Apr
JTA
US sanctions far-right Israeli activist Bentzi Gopstein and 2 groups in latest round of West Bank penalties
19 Apr
The US State Department has imposed sanctions on Ben Zion Bentzi Gopstein, a far-right Israeli activist, and two Israeli organizations for their destabilizin...
19 Apr
Jewish Chronicle
The West must urgently learn from Israel’s red lines on Iran
19 Apr
The article discusses how the West can learn from Israel's approach towards Iran in setting red lines. Israel responded forcefully to Iranian attacks, signal...
19 Apr
JTA
Despite missiles and an evacuation order, the spit is still turning at this northern Israel shawarma shop
19 Apr
Despite ongoing danger from Hezbollah attacks and a mandatory evacuation order in the area, a shawarma restaurant in Kiryat Shmona, Israel, named Baguette Sh...
19 Apr
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Israel Hits Iran and Columbia's Turn
19 Apr
The episode covers Israel's recent military strike on Iran, evaluating its implications for Middle Eastern geopolitics and potential as a deterrent. Addition...
19 Apr
Jewish Chronicle
The US designated the IRGC as a terrorist organisation five years ago – and it’s time we followed suit
19 Apr
The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), an Iranian military force, has been involved in spreading Iran's Islamist ideology, sponsoring terrorism, and ...
19 Apr
Future of Jewish
The Impossible Position of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
19 Apr
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu finds himself in a challenging position managing negotiations with Egypt and Qatar representing Hamas, dealing with...
19 Apr
MomentMag
Israel, Iran and the Dangers of a Wider War with Aaron David Miller, Robin Wright, and Robert Siegel
19 Apr
An analysis of the recent drone and missile strikes by Iran on Israel and the potential for a wider war, featuring discussions on Iran's motives, Israel's op...
19 Apr
JTA
Israel reportedly strikes in Iran, days after fending off Iranian missile attack
19 Apr
Israel has reportedly carried out airstrikes in Iran, following Iran's missile attack on Israel which was successfully intercepted days prior. The strikes ta...
19 Apr
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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The 11th Plague - with Fania Oz-Salzberger & Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib
19 Apr
Amid escalating tensions following an Iranian attack on Israel, Yonit and Jonathan explore the Israeli strategic debates and the potential impacts of these e...
19 Apr
Tablet
To Be on Everyone’s Side Is to Be on No One’s
19 Apr
The text discusses a panel where a participant grapples with feeling sympathy for both Israelis and Palestinians affected by conflict. The author argues that...
19 Apr
Jewish Insider
With Iran strike, Netanyahu is tested on his flagship issue
19 Apr
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's reputation as a strong leader on security matters faced a test following an unprecedented Iranian attack on Israe...
19 Apr
Tablet
Israel Must Respond Forcefully to Iran’s Attack
19 Apr
The text emphasizes the escalating threat from Iran to Israel through various proxy wars and its nuclear program. It questions Iran's motives for openly atta...
19 Apr
Jewish Insider
Inside the State Department’s anti-Israel listening sessions
19 Apr
Amidst internal meetings at the State Department, concerns have been raised about U.S. policy towards Israel and Gaza, with some employees advocating for har...
19 Apr
Future of Jewish
Israel is desperately losing the PR war. Here are 10 ways to change that.
18 Apr
Israel is facing challenges in the realm of public relations amidst its conflict with Hamas, which has a strong PR machine influencing international opinion....
18 Apr
JTA
100+ arrested in day of unrest and mass protest at Columbia U over Gaza and Israel
18 Apr
A mass protest erupted at Columbia University over the Israel-Hamas conflict, leading to more than 100 arrests and student suspensions. The protest, organize...
18 Apr
JTA
Police arrest son of prominent DC-area rabbi after alleged altercation with protesters outside Israeli Embassy
18 Apr
Ezra Weinblatt, the son of a well-known rabbi in the Washington D.C. area, was arrested after an altercation with protesters outside the Israeli Embassy, whe...
18 Apr
Forward
Barnard suspends Ilhan Omar's daughter for anti-Israel protests
18 Apr
Isra Hirsi, the daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar, has been suspended from Barnard College for participating in anti-Israel protests at Columbia University, leadin...
18 Apr
Forward
What happens when a free speech group gets boycotted for not speaking out enough
18 Apr
Several authors have withdrawn from the PEN America literary awards due to the organization's response to the Israel-Hamas conflict, criticizing its perceive...
18 Apr
Moment
Antisemitism and Iranian Influence in the Americas
18 Apr
The newsletter discusses the rising antisemitism in Latin America, particularly fueled by Iranian influence and its proxy Hezbollah. Various incidents such a...
18 Apr
Kveller
Rachel Goldberg-Polin, Mother of Hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Makes Time100 List of Most Influential People
18 Apr
Rachel Goldberg-Polin, the dedicated mother of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a hostage in Gaza, has been named to the TIME100 list for her relentless efforts to brin...
18 Apr
Israel Policy Pod
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Israel's Multi-Theater War
18 Apr
Israeli Policy Pod hosts discuss the implications of Iran's unprecedented direct missile attack on Israel, emphasizing the challenge of strategic Israeli ret...
18 Apr
Israel Policy Pod
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Israel's Multi-Theater War
18 Apr
Neri Zilber and Shanie Reichman discuss the unprecedented direct attack by Iran on Israel and the implications for the ongoing conflict in Gaza and regional ...
18 Apr
Israel: State of a Nation
Hezbollah are proud of what they do #eylonlevy #israel
18 Apr
The video discusses Hezbollah's pride in launching attacks on Israeli communities.
18 Apr
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Israelis Need to Watch 'The Godfather'
18 Apr
In this episode, the hosts discuss the pervasive issues of antisemitism in academic institutions, emphasizing the situation at Columbia University. They expl...
18 Apr
Jewish Chronicle
Literary lemmings now coalesce around Hamas
18 Apr
The text discusses how some in the literary world are shifting from promoting freedom of expression to supporting propaganda by Hamas and Palestinian activis...
18 Apr
What Matters Now
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What Matters Now to Mideast analyst Avi Issacharoff: Iran can have nukes in 6 months
18 Apr
Veteran journalist and Mideast analyst Avi Issacharoff discusses the complex and volatile security landscape confronting Israel, including the growing threat...
18 Apr