Buenos Aires, Argentina

31st anniversary of AMIA bombing marked by ceremonies in Argentina, Israel and, for the first time, Congress

Juan Melamed in JTA · 19 Jul 2025

Marking the 31st anniversary of the AMIA Jewish community center bombing in Buenos Aires, ceremonies took place globally, including a notable first-time commemoration at the U.S. Congress.

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Irwin Cotler still calling for action against Iran, after they plotted his assassination

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 18 Jul 2025

Irwin Cotler continues to advocate for stronger action against Iran, emphasizing the importance of addressing Iranian-backed terrorism like the AMIA bombing.

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Jewish community center bombing suspects will be tried in absentia, Argentine judge orders

Juan Melamed in Forward · 27 Jun 2025

An Argentine federal judge has ordered that 10 Iranian and Lebanese suspects linked to the 1994 AMIA Jewish community center bombing be tried in absentia.

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Standing up to antisemitism and uniting the Jewish People — with mezuzahs

eJewishPhilanthropy · 27 Jun 2025

In response to rising antisemitism, the organization MyZuzah promotes the mezuzah as a symbol of Jewish identity, protection, and unity.

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Argentine judge orders AMIA bombing suspects tried in absentia

Juan Melamed in JTA · 26 Jun 2025

An Argentine federal judge, Daniel Rafecas, has ordered that 10 Iranian and Lebanese suspects involved in the 1994 AMIA bombing be tried in absentia.

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A Crack in a Jewish Family’s Cold Case

Jennifer Wolf Kam in Hadassah · 25 Jun 2025

Jenifer Wolf Kam explores the mystery of her great-great-aunt Elka, who vanished in 1901 while traveling from London to the United States.

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Imagine if Hitler had remained untouched.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 24 Jun 2025

The article draws a parallel between Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and Adolf Hitler, arguing that Khamenei poses a modern-day threat similar to the Nazi regime, despite not having succeeded in genocide.

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Israel should make every Jew incredibly proud right now.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 18 Jun 2025

Joshua Hoffman's piece argues that every Jew should take immense pride in Israel for its courage and determination to defend itself against existential threats, particularly from Iran.

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The Ancient Jewish Roots of Israel’s Military Doctrine

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 16 Jun 2025

Israel's contemporary military doctrine, deeply rooted in Jewish teachings and historical necessity, centers around preemptive self-defense.

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Security groups warn Jews abroad to remain vigilant following Israeli strike against Iran

Grace Gilson in JTA · 13 Jun 2025

Following an Israeli strike on Iran's nuclear program, security officials warn that Jewish communities abroad face increased risks, despite no specific threats being reported.

0 Communities Music

B’nai Jeshurun, renowned Upper West Side congregation, celebrates its 200th anniversary

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 12 Jun 2025

Bnai Jeshurun, a historic Upper West Side congregation, is celebrating its 200th anniversary with a series of events that reflect its rich musical and cultural heritage.

0 Communities History

Tidbits: Jewish world population is nearly 15 million

פֿאָרווערטס־רעדאַקציע in Forward · 12 Jun 2025

The Jewish world population has reached nearly 15 million, showing an increase from the 12.5 million recorded in 2010.

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Argentina’s rabbi-ambassador to Israel says El Al will launch direct flights to Buenos Aires

Juan Melamed in Forward · 4 Jun 2025

Rabbi Axel Wahnish, Argentina's ambassador to Israel and personal rabbi to Argentine President Javier Milei, has announced that El Al will soon launch direct flights between Tel Aviv and Buenos Aires, marking a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral relations.

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An Open Letter to the Capital Jewish Museum Murderer

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 22 May 2025

Joshua Hoffman's open letter addresses the suspect involved in the killing of two Israeli Embassy staffers at the Capital Jewish Museum.

0 History Politics

In 1982, the shooting of an Israeli diplomat led to war

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 22 May 2025

The attempted assassination of Israeli diplomat Shlomo Argov in London in 1982 provided Israeli Defense Minister Ariel Sharon with the pretext to initiate the first Lebanon war.

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Israel to increase security at its embassies around the world following DC shooting

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 22 May 2025

Following a deadly shooting at its embassy in Washington, D.C., Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered increased security at Israeli diplomatic missions globally.

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I met Pope Leo XIV. What comes next?

eJewishPhilanthropy · 20 May 2025

In a significant symbol of progressing Catholic-Jewish relations, Jewish leaders, including Rabbi Noam E. Marans of the American Jewish Committee, attended the inaugural mass of Pope Leo XIV.

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Is it time for ‘Asterix’ to retire the 'Roman' salute?

PJ Grisar in Forward · 7 May 2025

PJ Grisar explores the continued use of the Roman salute in the new Netflix series "Asterix & Obelix: The Big Fight," questioning its relevance and potential harm given its association with the Nazis rather than ancient Rome.

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AJC, USC Shoah Foundation announce partnership to document antisemitism since World War II

Grace Gilson in Forward · 28 Apr 2025

The American Jewish Committee (AJC) and the USC Shoah Foundation have partnered to create a substantial database documenting antisemitism since World War II through the collection of 10,000 testimonies.

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Shoah Foundation widens its mandate to collect testimonies about contemporary antisemitism, too

Grace Gilson in JTA · 27 Apr 2025

The USC Shoah Foundation, originally established by Steven Spielberg to collect Holocaust survivor testimonies, is expanding its focus to gather stories about antisemitism experienced globally since World War II.

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In Pope Francis, a voice for interfaith dialogue and against antisemitism

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 21 Apr 2025

Pope Francis, who passed away at 88, left a legacy of fostering interfaith dialogue and combating antisemitism.

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Argentina seeks arrest of Iranian supreme leader for 1994 AMIA attack

Grace Gilson in JTA · 10 Apr 2025

Argentina has taken a significant judicial step in seeking the arrest of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, implicating him in the 1994 bombing of the AMIA Jewish center in Buenos Aires.

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Let my elephants go: a new Canadian documentary spotlights animal welfare in zoos

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 10 Apr 2025

Fern Levitt's new documentary, "Lucy: The Stolen Lives of Elephants," investigates the ethical concerns surrounding elephant captivity in Canadian zoos, drawing parallels between animal suffering and historical human atrocities.

0 Television/Film Culture

In this Jewish family, everybody needs therapy — especially the therapists themselves

Simi Horwitz in Forward · 30 Mar 2025

Family Therapy is an Argentinian TV series directed by Alejandra Ciancio, exploring modern family dynamics through the lens of two married psychotherapists, Susi and Jose, played by real-life couple Carola Reyna and Boy Olmi.

0 Politics Israel

Israel's biggest threat is now the Western Left.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 5 Mar 2025

Amidst the global political divide following the October 7th massacre, Israel finds itself increasingly supported by the Western Right, which views Israel as an ally against terrorism and a symbol of Western civilization, while the Left is criticized for aligning with anti-Israel activism.

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