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Larry Garber, a former USAID official, argues against shutting down the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) for Palestinian refugees, emphasizing ...

A recent trip to Israel in February revealed the lasting impact of a tragic event by Hamas on October 7. Israelis expressed vulnerability, fear, anger, and d...

In Israel, the Reform movement faces challenges due to Orthodox control over religious and civil matters. Despite this, a 2010 Supreme Court decision recogni...

The debate in Israel regarding the military draft of Haredi yeshiva students has intensified as exemptions have expired, leading to court orders barring subs...

The article discusses the current state of the American Jewish conversation, highlighting the rise of antisemitism as a symptom of broader issues like politi...

Vladimir Kara-Murza, a renowned Russian journalist and democracy activist, has emerged as a significant figure in the fight against Vladimir Putin's regime f...

The article discusses the uncertainty surrounding the "day after" the war in Gaza for Israel, with debates between the U.S. administration and the Israeli go...

Esther Coopersmith, a prominent figure in Washington, DC, and a recipient of Moments Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018, passed away, leaving a significant i...

Rabbi Shai Held, president of the Hadar Institute and author of "Judaism Is About Love: Recovering the Heart of Jewish Life," challenges the misconception th...

Joseph Werk, a 97-year-old Holocaust survivor from New Jersey, has led a remarkable life of service and resilience. Fleeing Poland to Russia during World War...

Tensions between the U.S. and Israel peaked recently when the U.S. allowed a UN Security Council resolution on a cease-fire to pass without veto, leading to ...

American Jews are increasingly alarmed by climate change, with many viewing it as a top issue requiring urgent action. Jewish responses to the climate crisis...

Middle East analysts Aaron David Miller, Ghaith al-Omari, and journalist Robert Siegel discuss the feasibility of a two-state solution for Israelis and Pales...

The article discusses the ongoing internal conflict in Israel regarding the issue of drafting Haredi yeshiva students into the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). ...

Felicia Madison and Ellen Sugarman, both comedians, discuss their experiences entering the world of comedy after 50, incorporating their Jewish identity into...

The Antisemitism Project newsletter discusses the rise of antisemitism in the UK, particularly in London, following events like the Hamas attack on Israel an...

Franklin Foer, a writer for The Atlantic, discusses rising antisemitism affecting American Jews from both the left and the right in his article "The Golden A...

The text discusses the critique of the marginalization of Israeli women writers in contemporary Hebrew fiction, attributing some of the bias to Jewish religi...

The evolution of Holocaust literature spans three generations, from survivors (1G) to their children (2G) and now their grandchildren (3G). First-generation ...

Elie Wiesel reflects on the courage and tragedy of the young Jewish fighters in the Warsaw ghetto uprising, highlighting their isolation and the world's indi...

During the October 7 attacks by Hamas, 253 civilians and IDF soldiers were abducted, with 112 hostages freed since then. Around 134 hostages are still though...

The article discusses how recent events, such as hostage situations and first-person accounts of trauma, have reshaped the landscape of Holocaust literature,...

The discussion delves into the origins of the Skinhead movement, debunking the misconception that it was always rooted in hate. Originating in London in the ...

Senator Chuck Schumer recently made a significant public statement calling for new elections in Israel amid concerns over the country's direction and leaders...

Diana Leygerman, a 41-year-old Democratic project manager and community activist from Warwick Township, PA, who identifies with the Reform Jewish denominatio...

The article discusses the anger and criticism directed at late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg for not retiring during President Obama's term, potentially allowi...

The article "Am I The Shmuck?" from Moment Magazine humorously explores moments in Jewish social situations where one may worry about coming across as a "shm...

The Israeli media is currently focused on several key topics, including the debate over military service exemptions for members of the ultra-Orthodox communi...

A total solar eclipse is set to occur on April 8, 2024, passing through North America. In the Jewish perspective, the article explores historical views on ec...

Sharon Brous, founding rabbi of IKAR in Los Angeles, known for her innovative approach to Jewish practice and community, discusses the importance of being pr...

Kosha Dillz, also known as Rami Even-Esh, discusses his journey from being a Jewish rapper to becoming an Israel activist, emphasizing the importance of embr...

Paul Goldberg, president of the Union of Councils for Jews in the Former Soviet Union and author of "The Dissident," discusses in a Moment essay titled "The ...

The Biden administration is pushing for an immediate cease-fire in the Israel-Gaza conflict, emphasizing the need to stop the ongoing violence, release hosta...

Morris Waitz, a vibrant newly minted centenarian from Tappan, New York, shares insights from his long and eventful life in an interview with Moment Magazine'...

In a February roundup on antisemitism, it was noted that Bill Maher chose not to air an interview with Kanye West due to the rapper's antisemitic rhetoric. K...

South Africans recently gathered at Johannesburg's airport to celebrate their legal team's participation in filing a suit with the International Court of Jus...

The text discusses the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, highlighting the challenges faced by Israel in achieving its goals of eliminating Hamas and...

Jeffrey Blutinger, the director of Jewish Studies at Cal State University Long Beach, was invited to give a lecture at San Jose State University on Israeli-P...

The text discusses the impact of recent events, including the October 7 bombing and Gaza conflict, on Jewish-Muslim interfaith initiatives, particularly refe...

In 2005, Moment Magazine published an article discussing All Peace Radio, a station in Ramallah run by Israelis and Palestinians aiming to foster dialogue be...

Since October 7, amidst the ongoing conflict, six Israeli/Palestinian peace projects have been actively promoting coexistence and reconciliation in the regio...

In a podcast titled "From The Yarra River to the Mediterranean Sea," journalist Ittay Flescher and family lawyer Hannah Baker offer nuanced conversations aim...

Moment Magazine highlighted six podcasts that focus on nuanced conversations about Israel and Palestine, aiming to bridge divides and promote understanding. ...

Letty Cottin Pogrebin, a prominent figure in social justice causes and feminism, reflects on the Israel-Hamas war in a recent essay in Moment Magazine where ...

Jewish Democratic organizations, like Democratic Majority for Israel and J Street, are strategizing to ensure President Biden's reelection by rallying suppor...

Eric K. Ward reflects on the legacy of Alexei Navalny, highlighting their shared receipt of the Civil Courage Prize and acknowledging Navalny's courageous fi...

The article discusses the killing of Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny and draws parallels to political assassinations during the Soviet era, particul...

The text discusses the different perspectives on winning the ongoing war in Israel, highlighting the divisions within Israeli society. It addresses the vario...

Israeli media coverage of U.S. affairs, the ongoing Gaza war, and broader conflicts focuses on stories like the recent heroic rescue of hostages in Gaza and ...

James McBride's novel, The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store, has won two National Jewish Book Awards, making McBride the first African-American author to achie...