Tablet
The Israeli Left’s New Military Messiah
24 Jan 2024
The article discusses the Israeli left's disapproval of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and their desire to see him removed from power. It suggests that so...
24 Jan 2024
Tablet
Shylock at the U.N.
24 Jan 2024
The author describes reading "The Merchant of Venice" as a response to feeling a vague pressure to say something about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They...
24 Jan 2024
Future of Jewish
Why the Israelis and Saudis Are Quickly Falling in Love
23 Jan 2024
Saudi Arabia and Israel have been showing increased interest in normalizing their relations, driven by their shared enemy, Iran. The rivalry between Saudi Ar...
23 Jan 2024
Forward
American Israeli Tal Mitnick sentenced to 30 more days for refusing Israeli army service
23 Jan 2024
Tal Mitnick, an 18-year-old American-Israeli citizen, has been sentenced to another 30 days for refusing to serve in the Israeli army. He opposes the occupat...
23 Jan 2024
Moment
Tu B’Shvat: A Birthday for the Trees
23 Jan 2024
Tu B'Shvat is a Jewish holiday that celebrates the Earth, trees, and the arrival of spring. The holiday originated from the Torah's requirement that farmers ...
23 Jan 2024
Forward
Hamas reportedly rejects 2-month ceasefire as White House, Qatar say talks are ‘serious’
23 Jan 2024
Hamas reportedly rejected an Israeli offer for a two-month ceasefire in exchange for the release of hostages held in Gaza, while U.S. and Qatari officials sa...
23 Jan 2024
Forward
‘We will rise from the dust’: Ahead of Tu BiShvat, Israelis and Jews worldwide plant trees in memory of Oct. 7 victims
23 Jan 2024
Ahead of Tu BiShvat, Israelis and Jews worldwide planted trees in memory of the victims of the Oct. 7 massacre at the Nova festival in which Hamas terrorists...
23 Jan 2024
Forward
Eylon Levy, Israel’s savvy English-language spokesman, is earning admirers — and reportedly one very significant enemy
23 Jan 2024
Eylon Levy, an Israeli government spokesperson, gained popularity and criticism after a viral video in which he raised his eyebrows in response to a question...
23 Jan 2024
Jewish Currents
“Even as We Are Trying to Help, We Are Being Attacked” - Three humanitarian workers in Gaza describe the challenges of providing aid while struggling to survive.
23 Jan 2024
This article discusses the challenges faced by humanitarian workers in Gaza as they try to provide aid in the midst of the ongoing conflict. UNRWA, which nor...
23 Jan 2024
Forward
In memory of Oriya Goshen, 21
23 Jan 2024
This article is a tribute to Oriya Goshen, a former participant of the Bronfman Fellowship, who was killed in combat. The author reminisces about their inter...
23 Jan 2024
Mishpacha
Enduring Gifts
23 Jan 2024
The author reflects on the pride they feel in being part of the Jewish people, particularly in light of the sacrifices made by Israeli soldiers. They emphasi...
23 Jan 2024
The Beinart Notebook
Karen Attiah and Terrell Star on the Evolving Black Discourse on Israel-Palestine
23 Jan 2024
In a Zoom call with Karen Attiah and Terrell Starr, the discussion focused on the evolving Black discourse on Israel-Palestine. Both Attiah, a Washington Pos...
23 Jan 2024
Moment
Fania Oz-Salzberger Reads ‘A Quick Guide To Zionism In Hard Times’
23 Jan 2024
Fania Oz-Salzberger, a prominent Israeli scholar, discusses the book "A Quick Guide to Zionism in Hard Times" in an interview with Moment Magazine. She highl...
23 Jan 2024
Rationalist Judaism
A Declaration
23 Jan 2024
The author discusses the idea of a national emergency in Israel and its implications for charitable giving and support of Torah institutions. He mentions tha...
23 Jan 2024
JTA
24 IDF soldiers killed in Israel’s deadliest day since Oct. 7, amid mounting debate over whether war can be won
23 Jan 2024
On Monday, 24 Israeli soldiers were killed in two separate incidents in the Gaza Strip, marking the deadliest day for Israel since the Hamas attacks on Octob...
23 Jan 2024
eJewishPhilanthropy
Finding an accessible vehicle for Israel-Diaspora connection
23 Jan 2024
SparkIL, a peer-to-peer lending platform, is providing emergency loans of up to NIS 100,000 ($27,000) to Israeli small businesses affected by the current war...
23 Jan 2024
eJewishPhilanthropy
How do we prepare for our nation’s mental health tsunami?
23 Jan 2024
Israeli mental health professionals are preparing for an increase in mental health cases following the terrorist attacks by Hamas on Oct. 7. Already, 1 in 3 ...
23 Jan 2024
Future of Jewish
Our son is joining the IDF — now.
23 Jan 2024
In this personal essay, the writer reflects on their son's upcoming induction into the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the mixed emotions they are experienci...
23 Jan 2024
Lehrhaus
The Challenges of the Gaza War and Growing Antisemitism
23 Jan 2024
The Gaza war has led to a significant increase in antisemitic incidents worldwide. The religious Zionist movement needs to reassess its move towards extreme ...
23 Jan 2024
Jewish Review of Books
Readjusting Sights
23 Jan 2024
"Readjusting Sights" is a comparison between the experiences of two Israeli soldiers, Roi and Haim Sabato, during different wars. Roi, a tank crewman, fights...
23 Jan 2024
Jewish Review of Books
Lovers (and Haters) of Zion
23 Jan 2024
In Derek J. Penslar's book "Zionism: An Emotional State," he explores the emotional states underlying the Zionist project and the various reactions to it. He...
23 Jan 2024
Jewish Review of Books
Israel’s Iron Lady
23 Jan 2024
Deborah E. Lipstadt's biography of Golda Meir portrays a life marked by accomplishments and guilt for not doing more to save Holocaust victims. Meir, born in...
23 Jan 2024
Jewish Review of Books
A Kibbutz and Its Fullness
23 Jan 2024
The author reflects on their childhood in the kibbutz of Kfar Aza, which was recently attacked and left in ruins. They express the pain of remembering their ...
23 Jan 2024
Jewish Insider
Inside the army unit that handles the humanitarian needs of Gaza civilians
23 Jan 2024
The Coordination and Liaison Administration (CLA) for Gaza, a division of COGAT (the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories), is working tir...
23 Jan 2024
Tablet
Converting to Judaism Post-10/7
23 Jan 2024
The author of the article recounts their journey of conversion to Judaism and their growing awareness of antisemitism. They share experiences of encountering...
23 Jan 2024
Mishpacha
Home Front Ep. 48 (01.12.24)
22 Jan 2024
In this episode of Home Front, three main topics are discussed. The first is the question of how to demilitarize a future Palestinian state. The hosts explor...
22 Jan 2024
Moment
Will Congress Pressure Israel?
22 Jan 2024
Bernie Sanders' proposed bill to condition U.S. military aid to Israel was defeated, but it sparked a discussion about Israel's actions in the Gaza war. Sand...
22 Jan 2024
Emes Ve-Emunah
Why Trump Will Win in November
22 Jan 2024
Despite Nikki Haley having positive views about Israel and the Arab world, polls suggest that she is unlikely to be the Republican nominee for President. How...
22 Jan 2024
Forward
Nikki Haley has better pro-Israel bona fides than President Trump. Here’s why it doesn’t matter
22 Jan 2024
The article discusses the pro-Israel stances of former President Donald Trump and Nikki Haley, highlighting their contrasting approaches. While Trump had a c...
22 Jan 2024
Haaretz Weekly
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The ugly price Israel will pay for the decision-making failures that led to October 7
22 Jan 2024
Chuck Freilich, a former Israeli deputy national security adviser, discusses the problematic consequences of Israel's conflict with Hamas in a conversation w...
22 Jan 2024
Future of Jewish
Early Signs of a Historically Horrendous Deal
22 Jan 2024
The Wall Street Journal has reported that the United States, Egypt, and Qatar are proposing a comprehensive plan to end the conflict between Israel and Hamas...
22 Jan 2024
Call Me Back
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Israel’s escalating internal debates — with Haviv Rettig Gur
22 Jan 2024
In this episode, Haviv Rettig Gur discusses the escalating internal debates in Israel, focusing on the tension between political maneuvers and national secur...
22 Jan 2024
Lehrhaus
The Great Reckoning: Is It Time to Rethink Higher Education for Jewish Students?
22 Jan 2024
The article discusses the current challenges facing Jewish students in higher education, particularly in the United States. It emphasizes the need for candid...
22 Jan 2024
Tablet
A Second Exile
22 Jan 2024
The article discusses the experiences of Israelis who were displaced from their homes during the 2005 disengagement from Gaza and the recent conflict with Ha...
22 Jan 2024
Tablet
The Big Squeeze: An End to the War?
22 Jan 2024
Benjamin Netanyahu's political opponents in Israel are organizing protests to demand the release of hostages through a deal with Hamas. The White House is al...
22 Jan 2024
Tablet
The Big Squeeze: An End to the War?
22 Jan 2024
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing pressure from domestic rivals who are demanding the release of hostages through a deal with Hamas. The Wh...
22 Jan 2024
Future of Jewish
The Fantasy of a Two-State Solution
21 Jan 2024
The author argues against the idea of a two-state solution for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, highlighting the rejection of the 1947 UN Partition Plan by ...
21 Jan 2024
Future of Jewish
Not everyone hates us.
21 Jan 2024
During the World Economic Forum in Davos, several individuals and countries expressed support for Israel and condemned anti-Semitism. CEO of Palantir Technol...
21 Jan 2024
Between The Lines
Telling The Story Of Israel’s ‘Unknown’ Soldiers
21 Jan 2024
A non-profit organization called Latet Panim Lanoflim, or Giving a Face to the Fallen, is dedicated to filling in the details of the lives of over 1,000 unkn...
21 Jan 2024
Jewish Chronicle
The Etgar quiz no 255
21 Jan 2024
The text is a quiz with questions related to Jewish history, figures, and concepts. It covers topics such as the time span of the book of Exodus, the nationa...
21 Jan 2024
Forward
Progressives divided about ‘cease-fire’ write-in to protest Biden in New Hampshire primary
21 Jan 2024
A grassroots campaign called Vote Ceasefire is urging voters in the New Hampshire Democratic presidential primary to write in "cease-fire" on their ballots t...
21 Jan 2024
Future of Jewish
A South African Jew asks: Is it time to go?
20 Jan 2024
In this guest essay by Howard Sackstein, the chairperson of the SA Jewish Report, he contemplates whether it is time for South African Jews to leave the coun...
20 Jan 2024
Rationalist Judaism
Charedim are Forcing Yeshiva Students into the IDF
20 Jan 2024
The charedi (ultra-Orthodox) community is currently facing a crisis due to the shortage of manpower in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). As a result, the IDF...
20 Jan 2024
Future of Jewish
When Waging War Collides With Playing Politics
20 Jan 2024
Israel is grappling with both mourning and political struggles in the aftermath of the recent violence. While Israelis have historically preferred to keep th...
20 Jan 2024
Future of Jewish
Why So Many Liberals Get Israel Wrong
20 Jan 2024
The article discusses why many liberals misunderstand Israel. It explains that liberals tend to hold idealistic views about international relations, focusing...
20 Jan 2024
Forward
Both the Israeli and Palestinian governments should be obligated to recognize the other’s right to statehood
19 Jan 2024
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's denial of the Palestinian people's right to statehood reflects a double standard. Palestinian officials have reco...
19 Jan 2024
Forward
15 Jewish House Democrats blast Netanyahu for rejecting two-state solution
19 Jan 2024
Fifteen Jewish House Democrats, including some pro-Israel stalwarts, have criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for rejecting the idea of crea...
19 Jan 2024
Forward
'An urgent necessity': This young woman needs your help to leave Gaza
19 Jan 2024
Abeer Ayyoub, a Palestinian journalist who now lives in Istanbul, is seeking help for her sister, Yasmine, who wants to leave Gaza. Yasmine, a psychologist s...
19 Jan 2024
People of the Pod
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A Spider Web of Terror: How Iran’s Axis of Houthis, Hezbollah, and Hamas Threaten Israel and America
19 Jan 2024
The Biden administration has designated Yemen's Houthi rebels as a global terrorist group due to their increasing attacks on international shipping in the Re...
19 Jan 2024
Moment
Q&A | The Israel-Hamas War: Updates and Analysis (Part 3) with Aaron David Miller
19 Jan 2024
The objectives of Israel in the Israel-Hamas war remain the same: to degrade Hamas' military infrastructure, kill its senior leaders, and rescue the hostages...
19 Jan 2024