Forward
'An impact on the world': Brown University hunger strikers, one Jewish and one Palestinian, on their war protest
5 Feb
Nineteen Brown University students, including a Jewish student and a Palestinian student, are currently on a hunger strike to protest the university's polici...
5 Feb
Forward
Biden’s Israeli-Palestinian peace plan is our best hope. Here's why
5 Feb
This article discusses President Joe Biden's Middle East peace plan and argues that its success depends on winning the hearts and minds of Palestinians, Isra...
5 Feb
Moment
Ben Gvir Boldly Puts Bibi—and Biden—in a Bind
5 Feb
Itamar Ben-Gvir, a far-right cabinet minister in Israel, openly criticizes President Joe Biden for his support of humanitarian aid to Palestine. Ben-Gvir and...
5 Feb
Moment
Israel Dispatch | The Hostage Dilemma: Is There Really No Price Bibi Will Pay?
5 Feb
As the fighting between Israel and Hamas continues, there is growing doubt about Israel's ability to decisively defeat and destroy Hamas. The families of the...
5 Feb
Mishpacha
Home Front Ep. 52 (2.5.24)
5 Feb
In this episode of Home Front, Ben Gvir's comments in the Wall Street Journal are discussed. It is argued that if Israel is winning, they should not allow Ha...
5 Feb
Forward
19 Brown University students launch hunger strike over Gaza
5 Feb
A group of 19 Brown University students, including Palestinian, Jewish, Black, and Native Hawaiian students, have started a hunger strike in an effort to pre...
5 Feb
Kveller
At the Grammys, Statements on Israel and Palestine Stole the Show
5 Feb
The recent Grammys saw Israeli and Jewish artists making statements about the war in Gaza and the October 7 attack in Israel. Several artists wore yellow rib...
5 Feb
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Biden's Horrible, Horrible Poll
5 Feb
The podcast delves into the impact of a recent NBC News poll showing President Biden trailing Donald Trump and concerns over Biden's perceived mental and phy...
5 Feb
The Beinart Notebook
Why is the BDS Movement Attacking an Organization Trying to End the War?
5 Feb
The author discusses the challenges faced by Jews who criticize Israel and support the Palestinian solidarity movement. They highlight the importance of main...
5 Feb
Haaretz Weekly
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Israel's former head of military intelligence: 'If we don't offer an alternative, we'll end up with Hamas again'
5 Feb
Tamir Hayman, the former head of Israeli military intelligence and current managing director of the Institute for National Security Studies, discusses Israel...
5 Feb
Future of Jewish
Why Israel Is Losing the 'War of Words'
5 Feb
The article discusses the importance of the "war of words" in shaping political policy and the image of Israel. It highlights recent instances where language...
5 Feb
JTA
Montana Tucker wears yellow-ribbon dress, Recording Academy CEO pays tribute to Nova victims at 2024 Grammys
5 Feb
At the 2024 Grammys, influencer Montana Tucker wore a dress with a yellow ribbon to raise awareness about Israelis who are still held hostage in Gaza followi...
5 Feb
Call Me Back
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How to build a Palestinian state - with Haviv Rettig Gur
5 Feb
This episode of "Call Me Back" discusses the complex realities and challenges surrounding the establishment of a Palestinian state post-October 7, as articul...
5 Feb
Tablet
Israelis Won’t Stand for Anything Short of Victory in Gaza
5 Feb
The article discusses the recent shift in the Israeli mindset following the reminder of the mortal danger posed by neighboring enemies. It highlights the Bid...
5 Feb
Jewish Insider
Tom Suozzi and Mazi Pilip focus on Jewish outreach as special election nears
5 Feb
As the special House election to replace former Representative George Santos in New York is underway, both candidates and their allies are making efforts to ...
5 Feb
Tablet
A Crisis in the IDF?
5 Feb
There are concerns within the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) among mid-level reserve officers about the possibility of the war with Hamas being prematurely halt...
5 Feb
Forward
House Democrats open to supporting GOP’s stand-alone Israel aid bill
4 Feb
House Democrats are considering whether or not to support a stand-alone $17.6 billion Israel aid bill introduced by House Speaker Mike Johnson. The bill has ...
4 Feb
Future of Jewish
All of Israel matters.
4 Feb
This article discusses the ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas and the potential release of kidnapped Israelis. Hamas is demanding an end to the wa...
4 Feb
Rationalist Judaism
Let THEM say no
3 Feb
The author discusses the perception that Palestinians want peace while Jews are against their political independence. They argue that this perception is fals...
3 Feb
Future of Jewish
How Israel Goes Undercover in the Palestinian Territories
3 Feb
This article discusses the use of undercover Israeli forces, known as Mistaarvim, in the Palestinian territories. Mistaarvim are special forces units that as...
3 Feb
Future of Jewish
The Americans are screwing Israel, again.
2 Feb
The text discusses the historical pattern of the United States undermining Israeli interests in the Middle East. It highlights examples such as the arms emba...
2 Feb
Forward
‘Clear violation of our policies’: Jewish nonprofit workers face pushback calling for Gaza cease-fire
2 Feb
Workers at Jewish nonprofits and synagogues who signed a letter calling for a cease-fire in Israel and Gaza have faced pushback from some employers, who pres...
2 Feb
Forward
I left the US fearing antisemitism under Trump. Oct. 7 has me rethinking my place in Canada, too.
2 Feb
The author, an American Jew, initially left the US due to rising antisemitism under Trump and moved to Canada. However, he soon discovered that Canada has it...
2 Feb
JTA
Protesters blocking delivery of Gaza aid plan march to Jerusalem
2 Feb
Protesters, including relatives of Israeli hostages, are planning a multi-day march from the Gaza border to Jerusalem in support of measures to weaken Hamas....
2 Feb
JTA
Thousands of activists gather outside Columbia U to protest treatment of campus pro-Palestinian groups
2 Feb
Thousands of activists gathered outside Columbia University to protest the suspension of campus pro-Palestinian groups and an alleged incident where students...
2 Feb
Forward
'Never has peace seemed so necessary and impossible' — Eva Illouz on the horrors of Oct. 7 and its aftermath
2 Feb
Eva Illouz, a renowned sociologist, discusses the profound impact of the Hamas massacre in Israel and the subsequent military response. Illouz shares her ini...
2 Feb
JTA
NJ man faces life in prison after pleading guilty to 2022 spree of violent antisemitic attacks
2 Feb
A man in New Jersey has pleaded guilty to federal hate crimes for a series of violent attacks against Orthodox Jews in the Lakewood area. Dion Marsh targeted...
2 Feb
Forward
What's really behind the sanctions on Israeli settlers and UNRWA
2 Feb
The recent actions by the Biden administration to suspend funding for UNRWA, the Palestinian refugee agency, and impose sanctions on violent Israeli settlers...
2 Feb
Emes Ve-Emunah
Sanctions Against Violent Settlers
2 Feb
President Biden has issued an executive order imposing financial sanctions on Israeli settlers in the West Bank who have been carrying out violent assaults a...
2 Feb
The Cholent
Meet the Arabs Who Support Israel
2 Feb
A group called Sharaka, founded in 2020 following the Abraham Accords, aims to promote dialogue, understanding, and cooperation between Bahrain, Morocco, and...
2 Feb
JTA
Remembering Irving Levine, an AJC official who saw the future of identity politics
2 Feb
Irving M. Levine, a key member of the American Jewish Committee (AJC) leadership team, passed away at the age of 94. Levine was known for his creative thinki...
2 Feb
Forward
UNRWA must be phased out. But right now, Israel's interests depend on it
2 Feb
A recent intelligence report has alleged that 12 UNRWA employees were involved in an attack, prompting nine Western nations to suspend their funding to the a...
2 Feb
Kveller
Jewish ‘Stranger Things’ Star Noah Schnapp’s Message About the Israel/Palestine Discourse Strikes a Chord
2 Feb
Jewish actor Noah Schnapp, known for his role in Stranger Things, recently addressed the controversy surrounding his views on the Israel-Palestine conflict. ...
2 Feb
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Is Biden Getting the Economy He Wants?
2 Feb
The podcast reviews President Biden's economic challenges and geopolitical decisions affecting his future election prospects. The discussion extends to Biden...
2 Feb
Jewish Currents
What the UAW Ceded in Endorsing Biden - Union leaders have not only betrayed their ceasefire call, but also backtracked on their fight to redefine the labor movement as a truly political force.
2 Feb
The United Auto Workers (UAW) endorsed President Joe Biden for re-election despite previously calling for a permanent ceasefire in Israel/Palestine. This dec...
2 Feb
Jewish Chronicle
You can’t just say ‘abracadabra’ and conjure a democratic Palestine, Lord Cameron
2 Feb
The author reflects on their visits to Gaza, highlighting the contrasting realities of wealth and poverty in the region. They emphasize the suffering of inno...
2 Feb
Future of Jewish
Wikipedia has a Jewish problem.
2 Feb
The Arabic version of Wikipedia has been accused of containing misinformation and biased content regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict. The page describes Pale...
2 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
Yearning to breathe free
2 Feb
The article discusses the importance of Refugee Shabbat, an event organized by HIAS, which aims to advocate for compassionate refugee policies. The author, w...
2 Feb
Forward
A different campus story: Jewish-Palestinian cooperation
2 Feb
Atidna International is a student organization at the University of Texas founded by Jewish and Palestinian American students Elijah Kahlenberg and Jadd Hash...
2 Feb
Bonjour Chai
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It's Not Easy Being Art Green
2 Feb
Laura E. Adkins discusses the challenges and growth of Jewish media since recent international events, reflecting on increased engagement but persistent fina...
2 Feb
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
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The Room Where It Happens - with special guest Zohar Palti
2 Feb
In this episode, Yonit and Jonathan engage with Zohar Palti, former Mossad intelligence director, to discuss the complexity of the Israeli government's decis...
2 Feb
Tikvah
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Ray Takeyh on What Iran Wants
2 Feb
In a discussion with Jonathan Silver, Ray Takeyh sheds light on what Iran wants in the ongoing war in the Middle East. Iran-backed militias have carried out ...
2 Feb
Tablet
Is the U.S. Turning its Back on Israel?
2 Feb
The Biden administration is putting pressure on Israel and taking actions that some view as turning its back on Israel. This includes pushing for an unpopula...
2 Feb
Future of Jewish
Inside a Secret Exhibit About the Israeli Hostages
1 Feb
"Voices From the Tunnels" is a secret exhibit that recreates the Gaza tunnels where 136 hostages are being held. The author describes their experience of wat...
1 Feb
Mishpacha
Home Front Ep. 51 (2.1.24)
1 Feb
The latest episode of Home Front discusses the potential for a hostage deal and the potential costs involved. The practical implications of a lengthy ceasefi...
1 Feb
Jewish History Uncensored
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#176 - Gaza War - Accomplishments & Crisis
1 Feb
Israel's military success during the Gaza conflict is linked to historical and strategic decisions that have built trust in the IDF, an institution shaped in...
1 Feb
Forward
BDS has shown its true face in boycotting Standing Together
1 Feb
The Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement recently called for a boycott of Standing Together, an Israeli nonprofit that promotes progressive caus...
1 Feb
JTA
Jewish mayor of Minneapolis issues veto, Chicago mayor votes yes in latest wave of ceasefire resolutions
1 Feb
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, who is Jewish, vetoed a resolution endorsing a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, calling it one-sided and divisive. However, C...
1 Feb
Forward
A new Israeli ad makes Gaza look like a Mediterranean paradise — what's the goal?
1 Feb
A recent Israeli ad featured on Hulu portrays an idealized version of Gaza with images of a Mediterranean paradise, highlighting aspects like DJs, hotels, an...
1 Feb
Forward
Analysis: 4 things to know about Biden's sanctions of West Bank settlers
1 Feb
President Joe Biden has signed an executive order to impose sanctions on Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank who have engaged in violence against Pale...
1 Feb