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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.

0 History Culture

Otto Frank’s refugee file, a Rothschild Talmud and a menorah bong tell the story of the Jewish past — and future

PJ Grisar in Forward · 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 and dynamic narrative of Jewish life.

0 Israel Antisemitism

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.

0 Politics History

What the Media Won’t Tell You About the Israel-Iran War

Future of Jewish in Future of Jewish · 18 Jun 2025

The piece provides a detailed examination of the Israel-Iran conflict, highlighting aspects often overlooked by mainstream media.

0 Jewish Law History

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.

0 Antisemitism Politics

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.

0 Politics Israel

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.

0 Politics History

Marketing Authoritarianism - Mimicking his Salvadoran ally Nayib Bukele, Trump is using spectacles of disappearance to project a total power he does not yet possess.

Dennis M. Hogan and Matthew Ellis in Jewish Currents · 4 Jun 2025

In a disturbing display of power, former U.S. President Donald Trump is emulating Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele by using dramatic depictions of deportation and detention as a political tool.

0 History Israel

Yossi Melman on Israel’s Most Famous Spy: What we learn from the Eli Cohen files

Tikvah · 23 May 2025

The episode discusses the remarkable life and espionage activities of Eli Cohen, an Egyptian Jew who became an iconic Israeli spy in Syria, and the recent acquisition of his intelligence files by Israel.

0 Politics Antisemitism

I Met Yaron Lischinsky the Day Before He Was Murdered

Armin Rosen in Tablet · 23 May 2025

The tragic murder of Israeli diplomat Yaron Lischinsky underscores the precarious nature of representing a frequently maligned nation like Israel abroad.

0 Antisemitism Politics

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.

0 Politics Antisemitism

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.

0 Communities Ethics

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.

0 Politics History

Jews and Activism

Sapir · 14 May 2025

Jewish involvement in political activism has been significant throughout history, demonstrating a notable pattern of Jewish leadership in various revolutionary movements, despite Jews being a minority.

0 Leadership Communities

We don’t know much about Leo XIV and the Jews. But he could be just the pope for us.

Ethan Schwartz in JTA · 13 May 2025

The election of Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago-born graduate of Villanova University, presents a unique opportunity for Jewish-Catholic relations.

0 History Holocaust

Argentine Supreme Court discovers over 80 boxes of forgotten Nazi documents

Grace Gilson in JTA · 12 May 2025

In a significant archival discovery, the Argentine Supreme Court has found over 80 boxes containing Nazi documents, which were originally sent from the Nazi German embassy in Tokyo to diplomats in Argentina in 1941.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What Happens When Jews Don’t Fit the Conspiracy

Ben Koan in Future of Jewish · 9 May 2025

Ben Koan examines the complex political landscape involving Jewish individuals in right-wing politics, notably focusing on Stephen Miller's role in shaping Trump's immigration policies.

0 Politics Culture

American-born pope offers hope of improved Catholic-Jewish relations, religious experts say

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 8 May 2025

The election of Chicago-born Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV has brought cautious optimism for improved Catholic-Jewish relations.

0 Television/Film Holocaust

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.

0 Philosophy History

Hitler was right to fear the Jews.

Raphael Shore in Future of Jewish · 5 May 2025

Raphael Shore's edited excerpt from his book, "Who's Afraid of the Big, Bad Jew: Learning to Love the Lessons of Jew-Hatred," explores the historic and philosophical reasons behind antisemitism, particularly focusing on the Nazis and Hitler's fear of Jewish influence.

0 Communities Leadership

Sholom Lipskar, influential Chabad rabbi who reshaped Florida community, dies at 78

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 5 May 2025

Rabbi Sholom Lipskar, a prominent figure in the Chabad movement, passed away at 78 after significantly impacting the Jewish community in Bal Harbour, Florida.

0 History Holocaust

Argentina declassifies more than 1,800 files on Nazi escape via ‘rat-lines’ to South America

Grace Gilson in Forward · 1 May 2025

Argentina has made public nearly 1,850 documents detailing how Nazi fugitives used rat-lines to escape to South America after World War II.

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