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Jewish Insider An Israeli survivor of the Holocaust and Oct. 7 says after the recent atrocities, we ‘held our heads high’ 6 May 2024
Holocaust Remembrance Day in Israel, 132,826 survivors live there. Penina Ben Yosef, a Holocaust survivor from Poland, faced Hamas attacks in Israel. She eve...
6 May 2024
Jewish Insider Inside the College Democrats’ antisemitism problem 3 May 2024
The College Democrats of America faced internal strife over handling antisemitism amid campus protests, causing conflict with the Jewish caucus leaders who a...
3 May 2024
Jewish Insider Extremist rhetoric escalates among campus anti-Israel protesters 26 Apr 2024
Extremist rhetoric and actions have escalated among campus anti-Israel protesters, particularly at Columbia University and New York University, where student...
26 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider Calif. budget battle to test lawmakers’ will on fighting antisemitism 26 Apr 2024
California is experiencing a surge in antisemitic incidents, prompting Governor Gavin Newsom to release a comprehensive plan to combat antisemitism in the st...
26 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider Druze artist’s splash of color reaches from northern Israel to Hostage Square 26 Apr 2024
Sam Halaby, a talented Druze artist from Israel, defied traditional expectations in his community to pursue his passion for art, supported by his mother who ...
26 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider ‘For the first time people were truly afraid’: Antisemitism hits boiling point at Columbia U 21 Apr 2024
Antisemitism escalated to a boiling point at Columbia University, with incidents of harassment, threats, and physical assault against Jewish students, prompt...
21 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider With Iran strike, Netanyahu is tested on his flagship issue 19 Apr 2024
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's reputation as a strong leader on security matters faced a test following an unprecedented Iranian attack on Israe...
19 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider Inside the State Department’s anti-Israel listening sessions 19 Apr 2024
Amidst internal meetings at the State Department, concerns have been raised about U.S. policy towards Israel and Gaza, with some employees advocating for har...
19 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider Why Jordan helped repel the Iranian missile attack on Israel 18 Apr 2024
Jordan intercepted Iranian drones attacking Israel, signaling a rare alignment of interests between the two countries due to shared security concerns regardi...
18 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider United flight cancellations stymie Passover travel plans  17 Apr 2024
United Airlines has canceled all flights to Israel, disrupting Passover travel plans for many. While the situation has improved with the reopening of Ben Gur...
17 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider Dan Helmer touts his support for Israel in Northern Virginia House primary 16 Apr 2024
Virginia state Del. Dan Helmer, a Democratic candidate running for a House seat in Northern Virginia, emphasizes his strong support for Israel and traditiona...
16 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider JI journalists reflect on Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel 15 Apr 2024
Iran launched a significant attack on Israel with hundreds of drones and missiles following an Israeli strike in Damascus, causing anxiety and preparation ac...
15 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider How Israel blocked most of Iran’s rockets from reaching its borders 15 Apr 2024
Israel's Defense Forces successfully intercepted 99% of the threats from Iran during an unprecedented drone and missile attack, with cooperation from the U.S...
15 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider Virginia congressional candidate Derrick Anderson says his military experience shapes his Middle East policy 12 Apr 2024
Derrick Anderson, a retired Green Beret and Republican candidate for Congress in Virginias 7th District, draws on his military experience in the Middle East ...
12 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider Is Biden losing his voice against rising antisemitism? 10 Apr 2024
Amid a concerning rise in antisemitism in the U.S., President Biden initially spoke out against it but has been criticized for not addressing the issue more ...
10 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider The effort to document the events of Oct. 7 for posterity — and against the deniers 9 Apr 2024
The National Library of Israel recently hosted a conference focused on documenting the events of Oct. 7 and the subsequent war in response to concerns of atr...
9 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider Israelis divided on merits of Gaza military pullback after six months of war 9 Apr 2024
Following the withdrawal of one of the IDF's top commando divisions from the Gaza Strip, Israelis are divided on whether this move represents a strategic shi...
9 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider IDF says more than 12,000 terrorists killed in six months of war, as tensions soar with Iran 8 Apr 2024
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that more than 12,000 terrorists were killed and around 604 Israeli soldiers lost their lives in the conflict with H...
8 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider University administrators on high alert for Gaza protests at upcoming graduations 5 Apr 2024
University administrators are concerned about potential anti-Israel protests at graduation ceremonies following disruptions at recent events. While some acti...
5 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider As ethos of unity fades, prewar political divisions roil Israel again 5 Apr 2024
Recent political divisions in Israel are resurfacing after a period of unity following a series of attacks. Tensions are rising with protests against issues ...
5 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider The grassroots efforts to tackle anti-Israel activity as it spreads to communities 4 Apr 2024
Efforts to challenge anti-Israel activity expanding from campuses to communities in the U.S. have been met with grassroots resistance. In a small Southern Ca...
4 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider How Gaza hospitals have become the front line in Israel’s war against Hamas 3 Apr 2024
The Israeli Defense Forces conducted a two-week operation in Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital, uncovering weapons caches and armed terrorists, resulting in the death...
3 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider Trump’s Israel interview divides Republican Jewish community 1 Apr 2024
Former President Donald Trump's recent interview with Israel Hayom has sparked division within the Republican Jewish community regarding his stance on Israel...
1 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider ‘Spine of steel, heart of gold’: Remembering Joe Lieberman 29 Mar 2024
Joe Lieberman, the first Jewish person on a major party presidential ticket, was widely celebrated in the Jewish community. His commitment to his faith, unwa...
29 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider From ‘bear hug’ to barbs, how the U.S. and Israel differ on taking Rafah 28 Mar 2024
Tensions between the U.S. and Israel have emerged over approaches to dealing with the conflict in Gaza, with the U.S. prioritizing Palestinian civilian safet...
28 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Pennsylvania AG candidate Jared Solomon bets fighting antisemitism is good policy — and good politics 27 Mar 2024
Pennsylvania state Rep. Jared Solomon, a candidate for attorney general, has made the fight against antisemitism a central part of his platform, emphasizing ...
27 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Joe Lieberman, Conn. senator and first Jewish VP nominee, dead at 82 27 Mar 2024
Joe Lieberman, a former Connecticut senator and the first Jewish vice-presidential nominee, has passed away at 82. Lieberman, an Orthodox Jew, maintained his...
27 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Traditionally quiet campuses now face widespread anti-Israel activity 25 Mar 2024
Campuses like the University of Virginia, typically politically quiet regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, have seen a surge in anti-Israel activity p...
25 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider New Jersey’s Sue Altman, breaking with progressive allies, expresses support for Israel 25 Mar 2024
Sue Altman, the presumptive Democratic nominee for New Jersey's 7th Congressional District, has distanced herself from progressive allies by expressing stron...
25 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Israel concerned that other countries will follow Canada’s lead on arms sale ban 22 Mar 2024
Canada announced a ban on future military exports to Israel, though this move is expected to have little impact on Israel's defense capabilities as the items...
22 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Israel losing the hasbara battle because of a broken public relations playbook, experts say 21 Mar 2024
Israel is facing challenges in its public relations efforts, with experts pointing to a lack of coordinated messaging and strategy as a major issue. Former I...
21 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Israeli and Jewish artists face threats, boycotts at U.S. shows 20 Mar 2024
Israeli and Jewish artists performing in the U.S. are facing threats and boycotts due to their connection to Israel or vocal support for the country. Instanc...
20 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider LaLota discusses a moderate path forward on Israel, Ukraine aid 19 Mar 2024
Rep. Nick LaLota (R-NY) discusses his support for a bipartisan foreign aid bill proposed by Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) that includes aid for Israel, Ukrai...
19 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Schiff’s likely House successor vows to continue his pro-Israel legacy, from a progressive perch 19 Mar 2024
Laura Friedman, a progressive assemblywoman poised to succeed Rep. Adam Schiff in the House, is committed to continuing Schiff's pro-Israel legacy while emph...
19 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Route to Saudi-Israel normalization now travels through Gaza 18 Mar 2024
Despite initial optimism in the summer of 2023 about Saudi Arabia potentially normalizing ties with Israel through Washington, current progress is hindered b...
18 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Meet Yael Lempert, the Jewish-American ambassador in Amman 18 Mar 2024
Yael Lempert, the Jewish-American ambassador in Amman, took office with a focus on diplomacy and cultural understanding, including shared priorities of econo...
18 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Ohio Senate primary a clash between two different GOP foreign policy visions 14 Mar 2024
The Ohio Senate primary is a battleground between two Republican candidates with contrasting foreign policy stances. Matt Dolan, representing traditional con...
14 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Is Politico rebelling against Axel Springer’s Israel policy? 13 Mar 2024
Amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, tensions between Politico and its parent company, Axel Springer, known for supporting Israel, have emerged. Politico's critic...
13 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Food airdrops, pier construction can’t overcome chaos in Gaza aid distribution, say officials 13 Mar 2024
A ship carrying food aid is set to arrive in Gaza, complementing ongoing airdrops following President Biden's announcement of establishing a temporary pier t...
13 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Israeli communities devastated on Oct. 7 draw thousands seeking to bear witness, support victims 12 Mar 2024
Thousands of visitors have flocked to Israeli communities affected by the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks, not only to bear witness and show solidarity but also to rais...
12 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider All about Eve, the Orioles front-office trailblazer 7 Mar 2024
Eve Rosenbaum, the assistant general manager of the Baltimore Orioles, has been a dedicated fan of the team since childhood. She played a crucial role in acq...
7 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider Eugene Vindman offers tough love to Israel as he pursues congressional campaign  7 Mar 2024
Eugene Vindman, known for his role in the Trump impeachment, is now running for Congress and emphasizes the need for thorough scrutiny of Israeli operations ...
7 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider The rescue mission that tested burgeoning Israel-Indonesia relations 6 Mar 2024
Amid a deteriorating situation in Gaza following a Hamas invasion, Abdillah Bang Onim and Muhamad Husein, prominent Indonesian humanitarian activists with si...
6 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider How ‘Dear White Staffers’ turned into an anti-Israel, antisemitic account 5 Mar 2024
Dear White Staffers, a once-popular Instagram page known for sharing workplace experiences and gossip among lawmakers and their staffers, has transformed int...
5 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider In Silicon Valley House race, leading Democratic candidates reflect party’s fault lines on Israel-Hamas war 4 Mar 2024
The upcoming Democratic primary election in Silicon Valley to fill Rep. Anna Eshoo's seat has highlighted the party's divisions on Israel-Hamas relations. Le...
4 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider ‘It’s unspeakable’: UC Berkeley Jewish leaders decry university’s response to antisemitic mob 1 Mar 2024
After an antisemitic mob disrupted an event at UC Berkeley, Jewish leaders criticized the university's response, which failed to address the antisemitic targ...
1 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider University antisemitism task forces feature much talk, minimal action so far 1 Mar 2024
Top universities, including Harvard, Yale, and Stanford, have formed task forces to address and combat antisemitism on their campuses following a surge in su...
1 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider John Avlon pivots from punditry to politics 29 Feb 2024
Journalist and former CNN commentator John Avlon has shifted his focus from punditry to politics by entering the primary in New York's 1st Congressional Dist...
29 Feb 2024
Jewish Insider After four months of war, how much of Gaza’s terror tunnel network remains? 27 Feb 2024
Israeli and U.S. officials estimate that only a small fraction of the extensive tunnel network built by Hamas in Gaza has been demolished so far, despite ong...
27 Feb 2024
Jewish Insider ‘This is that time’: Hillel Int’l CEO calls for Jewish students to lean in on Israel 27 Feb 2024
Hillel International CEO Adam Lehman emphasized the importance of Jewish organizations standing firm in their support for Israel amidst rising antisemitism a...
27 Feb 2024