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Forward Did Netanyahu coerce Trump into attacking Iran? No — but he tried with Obama 23 Jun 2025
The article examines the recent U.S. military action against Iran's nuclear facilities and analyzes the influence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyah...
23 Jun 2025
Forward Why Israel's new military strategy would terrify the country's founders 23 Jun 2025
Israel is undergoing a dramatic transformation in its military strategy, moving from short, decisive wars to continuous engagement with regional adversaries,...
23 Jun 2025
Forward 100 years collecting Jewish history, 24 million artifacts and only 3 rooms to fit it in 23 Jun 2025
The YIVO Institute for Jewish Research's centennial exhibitions, hosted in its modest New York headquarters, showcase a century of Jewish history and culture...
23 Jun 2025
Forward Want to know what Trump sounds like in Hebrew? Just listen to Netanyahu. 23 Jun 2025
Benjamin Netanyahu's Hebrew speeches reveal linguistic parallels with Donald Trump, especially in framing political actions as promises kept and emphasizing ...
23 Jun 2025
Forward She keeps asking the big questions — and millions of viewers keep pouring in to hear the answers 23 Jun 2025
Kalina Silverman, founder of Big Talk, focuses on replacing small talk with meaningful conversations, as evidenced by her impactful interviews with wildfire ...
23 Jun 2025
Forward What one Jewish reporter learned about forgiveness from two hate crimes in two sanctuaries 23 Jun 2025
In a poignant reflection on forgiveness amid tragedy, journalist Kevin Sack draws parallels between the Mother Emanuel A.M.E. Church shooting in Charleston a...
23 Jun 2025
Forward Schumer, highest-ranking Jewish official, slams Trump over Iran strike — but leaves his own position unclear 23 Jun 2025
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized President Trump's unilateral decision to strike Iranian nuclear facilities, expressing concern over bypassing...
23 Jun 2025
Forward Why some see an ancient biblical enemy in Iran 22 Jun 2025
The notion of Amalek, an ancient biblical enemy of the Israelites known for their malicious attacks, has captured Jewish theological discussion for centuries...
22 Jun 2025
Forward If war with Iran goes badly for the U.S., Jews will be the scapegoat 22 Jun 2025
Rob Eshman explores the precarious circumstances following the U.S.'s decision to bomb Iranian nuclear sites, potentially escalating into a larger conflict i...
22 Jun 2025
Forward Trump meets gratitude, criticism after claiming total destruction of Iran’s nuclear program 22 Jun 2025
President Donald Trump's announcement of the destruction of Iran's nuclear facilities by U.S. and Israeli forces has elicited mixed reactions globally and fr...
22 Jun 2025
Forward The US and Israel could topple the Iranian regime. They should choose negotiation instead 22 Jun 2025
In a heated geopolitical climate, Dan Perry discusses the United States and Israel's recent military strikes on Iran's nuclear infrastructure, emphasizing th...
22 Jun 2025
Forward Bombing Iran, Donald Trump is triggering a tragedy that Thucydides foretold long ago 22 Jun 2025
Amidst escalating tension between Israel and Iran, President Donald Trump delivered a consequential decision by launching airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facil...
22 Jun 2025
Forward In gentrified Manhattan, one Jewish luncheonette strives to keep the faith (except for the bacon part) 21 Jun 2025
S&P, a historic Jewish luncheonette in Manhattan, has managed to maintain its authentic charm and character amidst the ongoing gentrification of the area. Or...
21 Jun 2025
Forward Think speaking out against Trump won't help? A 1943 protest in Nazi Germany says you're wrong. 21 Jun 2025
The piece draws parallels between modern-day America under Donald Trump and Nazi Germany, highlighting how protests can influence authoritarian regimes. The ...
21 Jun 2025
Forward How a Jewish reporter like me got addicted to Christian media 20 Jun 2025
Mira Fox from the Forward explores her fascination with Christian media, analyzing why it increasingly incorporates Jewish elements. As Christian movies and ...
20 Jun 2025
Forward Israeli leaders are using Holocaust comparisons to justify attacks on Iran. Is that kosher? 20 Jun 2025
Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Netanyahu, have controversially compared Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to Hitler to justify military aggression, ra...
20 Jun 2025
Forward Over half of Jewish students at Columbia experienced discrimination and exclusion after Oct. 7, survey shows 20 Jun 2025
A recent report from Columbia University's Task Force on Antisemitism reveals that nearly two-thirds of Jewish students felt unaccepted during the 2023-2024 ...
20 Jun 2025
Forward Journalist board of Shtetl, news site covering haredi Orthodoxy, resigns after founder renounces mission 20 Jun 2025
Naftuli Moster, founder of Shtetl, a news site initially aimed at promoting accountability within Orthodox Jewish communities, has publicly renounced the sit...
20 Jun 2025
Forward What would you do with gold teeth said to be from Holocaust victims? 20 Jun 2025
A rabbi in a rural area received a collection of gold teeth, allegedly taken from Holocaust victims, which presented an ethical dilemma about their respectfu...
20 Jun 2025
Forward Rep. Max Miller says driver called him a 'dirty Jew' and threatened to kill his family. A local doctor turned himself in. 20 Jun 2025
Ohio Congressman Max Miller, who has a Jewish background and ties to the Trump administration, was reportedly threatened with antisemitic slurs and violence ...
20 Jun 2025
Forward Trump defers Iran attack decision; Iranian foreign minister rejects talks unless Israel stops bombing 20 Jun 2025
Amid rising tensions and military action between Israel and Iran, President Donald Trump has deferred his decision on whether the United States will support ...
20 Jun 2025
Forward Otto Frank’s refugee file, a Rothschild Talmud and a menorah bong tell the story of the Jewish past — and future 20 Jun 2025
PJ Grisar's article delves into the centennial publication by the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research, highlighting a collection that encapsulates the complex...
20 Jun 2025
Forward The far-right is saying Jews don’t serve in the military — they’re wrong 19 Jun 2025
Arno Rosenfeld challenges antisemitic claims popularized by far-right figures like Tucker Carlson, asserting that Jews avoid military service and are pushing...
19 Jun 2025
Forward Might Iran become Trump’s Iraq? Americans are wary — but shouldn't be 19 Jun 2025
Dan Perry analyzes the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran under President Donald Trump's administration, drawing cautious parallels to the build-u...
19 Jun 2025
Forward Why isn’t a pro-Israel lobbying group considered a foreign agent? 19 Jun 2025
Tucker Carlson's interview with Sen. Ted Cruz sparked a renewed debate over whether AIPAC, the American pro-Israel lobbying group, should be classified as a ...
19 Jun 2025
Forward VIDEO: Hasidic Jew goes to Iran to find Queen Esther’s tomb 19 Jun 2025
A Hasidic Jew undertakes a journey to Iran to visit the tomb of Queen Esther, a significant figure in Jewish history. This pilgrimage highlights the enduring...
19 Jun 2025
Forward Yiddish poetry is coming to Yeshivat Hadar 19 Jun 2025
The Hadar Institute's Rising Song Salon is innovatively incorporating Yiddish poetry this summer, with renowned Jewish musicians Basya Schechter and Avi Fox-...
19 Jun 2025
Forward When it comes to regime change in Iran, Jews should be careful what they wish for 19 Jun 2025
Larry Cohler-Esses reflects on the complexities and potential consequences of regime change in Iran amidst Israel's military actions. Through conversations w...
19 Jun 2025
Forward How Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz's biblical bickering explains the MAGA divide on Israel 19 Jun 2025
The interview between Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz highlighted the internal MAGA divide on U.S. support for Israel and intervention in Iran. Carlson, represen...
19 Jun 2025
Forward Zohran Mamdani is right about what 'intifada' means — well, kind of 18 Jun 2025
New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani stirred controversy by failing to condemn the phrase 'globalize the intifada,' often seen as inciting anti-Jew...
18 Jun 2025
Forward Will the U.S. get involved in Iran? Mike Huckabee's evangelical worldview may be the key 18 Jun 2025
Amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran, the influence of Christian Zionist ideology in American politics could become a pivotal factor in U.S. involvem...
18 Jun 2025
Forward Trump is keeping the world guessing about his Iran intentions. Could his first term offer clues? 18 Jun 2025
Amidst global speculation regarding President Donald Trump's intentions towards Iran, his past actions provide contradictory signals. While his first term wa...
18 Jun 2025
Forward In tearful address, Mamdani laments criticism following his ‘globalize the intifada’ comments 18 Jun 2025
NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani faced backlash for his comments defending the phrase "globalize the intifada," which many interpret as a call for antise...
18 Jun 2025
Forward Eventually, the French turned against their government — when will Americans turn against Trump? 18 Jun 2025
Robert Zaretsky draws parallels between the Trump administration's controversial immigration policies and the Vichy regime's collaboration in the Nazi Final ...
18 Jun 2025
Forward How far-right antisemitism is shaping the debate over U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran war 18 Jun 2025
In the current U.S. political climate, antisemitism from the far-right is increasingly influencing debates over American involvement in international conflic...
18 Jun 2025
Forward As Israel attacks, what is life like for Jews in Iran? 18 Jun 2025
Iran hosts a historically significant Jewish community amidst tumultuous relations with Israel. Despite limited civil freedoms under Iran's Islamic rule, the...
18 Jun 2025
Forward VIDEO: Hasidic Jew’s trip to Iran to find Queen Esther’s tomb 18 Jun 2025
Abraham Schwartz, a young Hasidic man, embarked on a bold journey to Iran to visit the tombs of Queen Esther and Mordechai right before Purim. Despite Iran's...
18 Jun 2025
Forward A groundbreaking agreement for LGBTQ Orthodox Jews collapsed after 50 days. What happened? 18 Jun 2025
The brief existence of an LGBTQ club at Yeshiva University highlights the ongoing struggle to reconcile Jewish law (halacha) with inclusivity for LGBTQ indiv...
18 Jun 2025
Forward My brother-in-law's kibbutz weathered Oct. 7. Then came the Iranian missile strikes 17 Jun 2025
Amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, the author shares the experiences of his Israeli brother-in-law, David, who faces frequent missile threa...
17 Jun 2025
Forward I thought the Dyke March should be open to Zionists. So my fellow New York organizers kicked me out 17 Jun 2025
Jodi Kreines, a longtime LGBTQ+ and disability rights advocate, was removed from the organizing committee of the New York City Dyke March after she advocated...
17 Jun 2025
Forward Why is Israel's attack on Iran called 'Rising Lion' — and what does the Bible have to do with it? 17 Jun 2025
In the wake of Israel's military operation against Iran, dubbed "Rising Lion," Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's earlier reference to a biblical verse duri...
17 Jun 2025
Forward Why Jewish voters in New York should care about the comptroller race 17 Jun 2025
The hotly contested race for New York City comptroller has significant implications for Jewish voters, especially among Orthodox communities. Manhattan Borou...
17 Jun 2025
Forward Understanding accused Minnesota shooter Vance Boelter's ties to Christian nationalism 17 Jun 2025
Vance Boelter, charged with shooting two Minnesota politicians and seriously injuring others, may have been influenced by Christian nationalist beliefs. Boel...
17 Jun 2025
Forward ICE arrests Brad Lander, Jewish NYC comptroller running for mayor 17 Jun 2025
Brad Lander, the Jewish NYC Comptroller and mayoral candidate, was arrested by ICE outside an immigration court while aiding immigrants in their legal procee...
17 Jun 2025
Forward 1,500 Birthright participants were stranded in Israel. Now they're on a cruise to Cyprus as Iran-Israel conflict unfolds 17 Jun 2025
In the wake of a sudden Israel-Iran conflict that halted air travel and left many stranded, Birthright Israel efficiently relocated 1,500 participants to Cyp...
17 Jun 2025
Forward 1,500 Birthright participants were stranded in Israel. Now they're on a cruise to Cypress as Iran-Israel conflict unfolds 17 Jun 2025
Due to the outbreak of war between Israel and Iran, Birthright Israel orchestrated a maritime evacuation for 1,500 young adults who were stranded in Israel a...
17 Jun 2025
Forward Sitting in the safe room (poem) 17 Jun 2025
Elie Sharfstein's poem "Sitting in the Safe Room" captures the tense and reflective experience of being in a shelter during a time of danger. Written in Yidd...
17 Jun 2025
Forward At an Iranian Jewish hangout, retirees wonder if regime change is in the cards 17 Jun 2025
In Los Angeles, Iranian Jewish retirees like 79-year-old David gather to play cards and discuss the recent geopolitical upheavals impacting their homeland. D...
17 Jun 2025
Forward The 3 ways American Jews are responding to Israel's attacks on Iran 16 Jun 2025
As tensions rise between Israel and Iran, the often-divided American Jewish community is experiencing an unusual unity, differing mainly over the U.S.'s role...
16 Jun 2025
Forward What was Albert Einstein thinking as he gazed down on Trump’s military parade? 16 Jun 2025
During a controversial military parade orchestrated by President Trump, the Albert Einstein Memorial in Washington, D.C., created by Jewish sculptor Robert B...
16 Jun 2025