Jewish Insider
Alleged violations of Israel-Egypt peace treaty ring alarm bells in Israel
19 Feb 2025
Tensions between Israel and Egypt have surfaced recently regarding the military buildup in Sinai, seen as a potential violation of the 1979 peace treaty. Egy...
19 Feb 2025
Jewish Insider
Rep. Dan Goldman wants to set partisanship aside on House antisemitism task force
18 Feb 2025
Rep. Dan Goldman, recently appointed as co-chair of the House Bipartisan Task Force to Combat Antisemitism, is focused on promoting cross-party collaboration...
18 Feb 2025
Jewish Insider
The war on the pediatrics ward: Inside the American Academy of Pediatrics’ battle with antisemitism
14 Feb 2025
Dr. Mobeen Rathore, a prominent pediatrician in Florida, has faced backlash for sharing anti-Israel views on social media, raising concerns within the Americ...
14 Feb 2025
Jewish Insider
Is AIPAC’s big bet on Sarah Elfreth paying off?
13 Feb 2025
AIPAC, the well-known pro-Israel lobbying group, is confronting unexpected challenges after heavily investing in Sarah Elfreth's congressional campaign. Desp...
13 Feb 2025
Jewish Insider
The Jewish music teacher representing a Muslim-majority country at Eurovision
13 Feb 2025
Asaf Mishiev, a Jewish singer from Azerbaijan, is set to represent the Muslim-majority country at the Eurovision Song Contest, embodying a unique cross-cultu...
13 Feb 2025
Jewish Insider
New York City comptroller candidate courts anti-Israel support as he seeks higher office
11 Feb 2025
Justin Brannan, a New York City comptroller candidate, is courting far-left support as he moves to higher office, despite having built a reputation as a mode...
11 Feb 2025
Jewish Insider
The good, the bad and the ugly of USAID’s Middle East funding
11 Feb 2025
USAID funding in the Middle East plays a crucial role in supporting projects that foster cooperation between Israelis and Palestinians, such as Project Rozan...
11 Feb 2025
Jewish Insider
Restitution project genealogists track down rightful heirs of Nazi-looted books
10 Feb 2025
The Looted Books Project, a collaboration between JewishGen and the Leo Baeck Institute, focuses on returning Nazi-looted books to their rightful heirs. Spea...
10 Feb 2025
Jewish Insider
Middle East experts split over recent moves to slash U.S. foreign aid, USAID
5 Feb 2025
Middle East experts are divided over the Trump administration's decision to cut U.S. foreign aid and dismantle USAID as an independent agency, folding it int...
5 Feb 2025
Jewish Insider
Rubio’s new undersecretary of state was fired from first Trump administration over ties to white nationalists
4 Feb 2025
Darren Beattie, recently appointed acting undersecretary of state for public diplomacy and public affairs under Marco Rubio, has sparked controversy due to h...
4 Feb 2025
Jewish Insider
The exclusive Chautauqua Institution wrestles with antisemitism inside its gates
30 Jan 2025
The Chautauqua Institution, a historically Christian community known for its interfaith programs and cultural gatherings, is experiencing internal conflict o...
30 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Hostage’s father relearns to talk, after stroke, to advocate for his son’s release
30 Jan 2025
Tal Kuperstein, whose son Bar was taken hostage by Hamas during the Nova music festival attack in Reim, Israel, has relearned to speak after a stroke to advo...
30 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Inside the Israeli delegation that helped fight the Los Angeles wildfires
28 Jan 2025
An Israeli delegation, composed of 14 volunteers and experts from Israel's fire service, IDF, and the Emergency Volunteers Project, traveled to Los Angeles t...
28 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Jewish voters in Park Slope say they are ready for a change
28 Jan 2025
Recent antisemitic vandalism at the beloved Israeli-owned restaurant Miriam in Park Slope has underscored tensions within Brooklyn's Jewish community regardi...
28 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Parents of Nova survivor meet their son’s savior, a Bedouin Israeli, for first time
27 Jan 2025
In a heartwarming story of courage and humanity, a Bedouin Israeli named Yunis Alkarnawi saved the lives of Shalev Biton and seven other Israelis, as well as...
27 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Ken Martin emerges as front-runner in DNC chair battle by maintaining big tent
24 Jan 2025
Ken Martin, the Minnesota state party chair, is a leading candidate for the Democratic National Committee chair position, noted for his adept handling of par...
24 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
New San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie aims to turn around a city in decline
24 Jan 2025
Daniel Lurie, recently elected as San Francisco's mayor, is aiming to revitalize the city's spirit by focusing on unity and addressing local issues such as h...
24 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Koch-affiliated policy advisor playing key role in isolationist Pentagon appointments
23 Jan 2025
The article discusses the influence of Dan Caldwell, a Koch-affiliated policy advisor, on isolationist leaning Pentagon appointments during Donald Trump's ad...
23 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Israeli right still hopeful about Trump presidency despite ‘terrible’ cease-fire deal
21 Jan 2025
Following a controversial cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which was facilitated under significant pressure from Donald Trump's incoming admini...
21 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Outgoing Israeli ambassador urges successor to continue his approach: ‘Talk to everybody across the aisle’
20 Jan 2025
Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., Michael Herzog, is concluding his tenure while emphasizing the importance of bipartisan engagement to his successor, Yechiel ...
20 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
White House Jewish liaison Shelley Greenspan on how the kosher sausage gets made
17 Jan 2025
Shelley Greenspan, the Jewish liaison to the White House, has played a pivotal role in shaping U.S. policy on antisemitism by orchestrating a comprehensive n...
17 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Universities work to settle discrimination cases in waning days of the Biden administration
13 Jan 2025
In the final days of the Biden administration, universities are hastily settling antisemitism cases amidst anticipation of stricter enforcement from the inco...
13 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Jewish community in Los Angeles unites amid devastating fires
9 Jan 2025
In response to devastating wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles, the Jewish community has shown remarkable unity and resilience. Rabbi Zushe Cunin of Chaba...
9 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Has the Canadian left lost the Jewish community for good?
9 Jan 2025
With Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announcing his resignation, Jewish community leaders express skepticism about the future prospects of the Liberal...
9 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Trump Middle East envoy says he’s ‘really hopeful’ hostage deal will be struck by Inauguration Day
7 Jan 2025
Steve Witkoff, President-elect Donald Trump's Middle East envoy, expressed optimism about a potential deal for the release of hostages detained by Hamas, pot...
7 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
A look at the right-wing lawmakers that could constrain pro-Israel legislation in the new Congress
7 Jan 2025
House Republicans, with a slim majority, face potential challenges in passing pro-Israel legislation due to objections from a faction of right-wing lawmakers...
7 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Officer, lawmaker, now author: MK Tur-Paz publishes his war diary
6 Jan 2025
MK Moshe Kinley Tur-Paz, known for his liberal Religious Zionist background and residence in Kfar Etzion, chronicles his dual role as a lawmaker and IDF offi...
6 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
Bipartisan chorus of officials call on U.S. airlines to restore service to Israel
2 Jan 2025
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian militant groups has led major U.S. airlines like Delta, United, and American to suspend flights to Tel Av...
2 Jan 2025
Jewish Insider
In the Houthis, Israel faces evolving threat far beyond its borders
26 Dec 2024
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials are grappling with a burgeoning threat from the Houthi rebels in Yemen, who have recently targe...
26 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
How the Antisemitism Awareness Act fell apart
20 Dec 2024
The Antisemitism Awareness Act, initially promising due to its bipartisan support and passage in the House, faced obstacles in the Senate, ultimately stallin...
20 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Trump brings the majlis to Mar-a-Lago
20 Dec 2024
Matthew Kassel's article draws a parallel between Donald Trump's meetings with high-profile figures at Mar-a-Lago and the traditional Middle Eastern majlis, ...
20 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
The Palestinian Authority’s fight for survival in the West Bank — and its implications for Gaza
20 Dec 2024
In a tumultuous bid for survival, the Palestinian Authority (PA) faces critical challenges in the West Bank, particularly against Hamas and Iranian-backed fa...
20 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Ireland’s chilly relations towards Israel turning more hostile
19 Dec 2024
Tensions between Ireland and Israel have intensified following the outbreak of war, leading Israel to close its embassy in Dublin. This decision, spurred by ...
19 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
How Australia went from ‘goldene medina’ to ‘vitriol and vilification’ of Jews
18 Dec 2024
In recent months, Australia has witnessed a troubling rise in antisemitic incidents, leading to significant concerns within the Jewish community. Once consid...
18 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Newly elected Rep. Gabe Evans brings Middle East military experience to Capitol Hill
16 Dec 2024
Rep.-elect Gabe Evans (R-CO), an Army veteran with Middle East military experience, is bringing his insights to Capitol Hill, emphasizing strong U.S.-Israel ...
16 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Israel’s culinary ambassador Eyal Shani doubles South Florida footprint with new kosher restaurant
16 Dec 2024
Israeli celebrity chef Eyal Shani has expanded his culinary footprint in South Florida with the opening of a new kosher restaurant, Malka, in West Palm Beach...
16 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Jeanne Shaheen, who has turned critical of Israel, becomes key foreign policy voice for Senate Dems
13 Dec 2024
Senator Jeanne Shaheen, poised to become the leading Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has recently voted against certain U.S. military aid...
13 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
From Shabbat surveillance to city council: The rise of an Orthodox GOP activist in New Jersey
12 Dec 2024
Mordechai Burnstein, having moved to Jackson Township, New Jersey, in 2015, has emerged as a pivotal figure in advocating for the Orthodox Jewish community, ...
12 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Anthony Weiner mulls political comeback in New York
12 Dec 2024
Anthony Weiner, the former congressman known for his scandalous past, is contemplating a return to politics by considering a bid for a New York City Council ...
12 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Leader of U.K. Conservative Party Kemi Badenoch showcases her pro-Israel bona fides
12 Dec 2024
Kemi Badenoch, the new leader of the U.K. Conservative Party and the first Black woman to head a major political party in England, emphasizes her support for...
12 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Minneapolis mayor drew closer to his Jewish identity after Oct. 7, rise in antisemitism; ‘I have to be more out front’
11 Dec 2024
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has experienced a renewed connection to his Jewish identity amid a rise in antisemitic incidents following the October 7th Hamas...
11 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
End of Assad regime marks ‘fall of the Iranian axis,’ experts say
8 Dec 2024
The fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad marks a significant shift in Middle Eastern geopolitics, with experts claiming it to be a blow to Iran's axis of...
8 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
The Democrats’ DSA dilemma in New York City
4 Dec 2024
In the New York City mayoral race, leading candidates are recalibrating their strategies post the striking performance of Donald Trump in the city. Progressi...
4 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Israel looks to ‘shape deterrence regime’ in Lebanon after cease-fire
4 Dec 2024
Amid a delicate ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, Israel finds itself in a challenging position with Hezbollah, as it continues airstrikes agai...
4 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
As the next mayor of Las Vegas, Shelley Berkley marks her ‘last hurrah’ in public office
2 Dec 2024
Shelley Berkley, a former congresswoman and notable advocate for Israel, returns to public office as the new mayor of Las Vegas after more than a decade. A J...
2 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
How Deborah Lipstadt used diplomacy to fight antisemitism
2 Dec 2024
Deborah Lipstadt, renowned Holocaust historian and U.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, has made significant strides in her diplomatic role...
2 Dec 2024
Jewish Insider
Red shift in New York City creates opening for moderate mayoral candidate
26 Nov 2024
New York City’s political landscape is undergoing a shift, with the unexpected support for Donald Trump in recent elections prompting a reassessment among De...
26 Nov 2024
Jewish Insider
The Biden Education Department’s legacy on campus antisemitism
26 Nov 2024
As the Biden administration nears its end, it grapples with campus antisemitism, a persistent issue exacerbated by recent global events. Catherine Lhamon, As...
26 Nov 2024
Jewish Insider
Real estate mogul Witkoff is Trump’s unorthodox choice to serve as his Middle East envoy
21 Nov 2024
Donald Trump has appointed real estate mogul Steve Witkoff as his Middle East envoy, a surprising choice due to Witkoff's lack of diplomatic experience. Know...
21 Nov 2024
Jewish Insider
Auchincloss: U.S. needs to focus on splitting Iran and China, not Saudi normalization with Israel
20 Nov 2024
Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) emphasizes the importance of U.S. foreign policy focusing on disrupting the Iran-China relationship rather than prioritizing Sau...
20 Nov 2024