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After decades of conflict, Armenia-Azerbaijan peace plan gives Caucasus Jews new hope

Larry Luxner in JTA · 20 Aug

The article explores the potential benefits for Jewish communities in Armenia and Azerbaijan amid the prospect of peace between the two nations, historically embroiled in conflict over the Nagorno-Karabakh region.

0 Culture Israel

From Broadway to Jewish Advocacy: Jonah Platt on Identity, Antisemitism, and Israel

People of the Pod · 17 Jul

Jonah Platt, known for his role in "Wicked," discusses his transition to Jewish advocacy following the escalation of Israel-Gaza tensions.

0 Communities Politics

How a Mediterranean vacation destination for Israelis turned into a displaced persons hub

Haley Cohen in Jewish Insider · 18 Jun

The island of Cyprus unexpectedly became a refuge for nearly 2,500 Jewish people stranded due to Israel's military campaign against Iran.

0 Music Culture

Azerbaijan Is Represented by an Awesome Jewish Contestant in the 2025 Eurovision

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 13 May

Asaf (Sefael) Mishiyev, a Mountain Jew from Azerbaijan, will represent the country at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest with his band, Mamagama.

0 Music Culture

The Jewish music teacher representing a Muslim-majority country at Eurovision

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider · 13 Feb

Asaf Mishiev, a Jewish singer from Azerbaijan, is set to represent the Muslim-majority country at the Eurovision Song Contest, embodying a unique cross-cultural narrative.

0 Politics Israel

Is the 'Trump effect' preventing Iran from attacking Israel?

Haaretz Weekly · 19 Nov 2024

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's engagement with Russia for a ceasefire involving Hezbollah is criticized due to Russia's close ties with Iran.