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Trump promised to protect Jews and religious liberty. His refugee ban is keeping out 700 persecuted Iranian Jews.
Asaf Elia-Shalev
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JTA
· 6 Mar 2025
Haroun, a pseudonymous Iranian Jew, managed to enter the U.S. under the Lautenberg Program, a refugee initiative intended for persecuted religious minorities.
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Persia’s Plight; Lithuania’s Light
Cindy Scarr
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Mishpacha
· 18 Feb 2025
In 1871, a severe famine struck Persia, disproportionately affecting its Jewish population due to governmental neglect.
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Trump's Hostage Deadline
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
· 11 Feb 2025
The episode dives into the high-stakes situation following Donald Trump's ultimatum to Hamas for the release of hostages, exploring implications for Israeli politics and Benjamin Netanyahu’s precarious position.
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Here's why I'll gladly give Trump all the credit for the hostage deal
Rob Eshman
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Forward
· 15 Jan 2025
Rob Eshman discusses the recent hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, asserting the importance of the United States' role in Middle Eastern peace efforts.
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What a remarkable Torah rescued from Iran — then LA's fire — can teach about community amid devastation
Rob Eshman
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Forward
· 10 Jan 2025
In the aftermath of the devastating Eaton Fire that destroyed the Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center, the resilience of the Jewish community shines through the story of a remarkable Torah.
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Trump Bestrides the Narrow World
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
· 8 Jan 2025
Following Donald Trump's assertive press conference, the hosts analyze his bold statements on foreign policy, particularly his stance on the Middle East hostages and relations with Canada and Greenland.
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Israel at War – The New Israeli Silence
For Heaven's Sake
· 1 Jan 2025
Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi explore the surprisingly passive reaction of Israeli citizens to controversial government decisions, despite widespread popular disapproval.
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Our 10 most-read Jewish news stories of 2024
JTA Staff
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JTA
· 31 Dec 2024
2024 was marked by heightened tensions both in the Middle East and within U.S. politics, capturing the attention of Jewish Telegraphic Agency readers.
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Trump promised ‘all hell to pay’ if the hostages aren’t freed. What does that mean?
Ron Kampeas
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Forward
· 4 Dec 2024
Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning promising severe consequences if hostages held by Hamas are not released before he assumes office, leading to speculation about his true intentions.
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The Insanity of Western Women Defending Their Oppressors
Karen Hunt aka KH Mezek
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Future of Jewish
· 16 Nov 2024
Karen Hunt critiques Western women's support of Islamic regimes, arguing that in doing so, they inadvertently back systems that oppress women, such as through the enforcement of the hijab.
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What Just Happened at the Ballot? With Eli Lake and Alana Newhouse
Unorthodox
· 7 Nov 2024
Eli Lake and Alana Newhouse discuss the aftermath of Donald Trump's return to power, examining the shifts in American political dynamics and media narratives.
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It pains me to to say it, but Trump was a better option for Jews than Harris-Walz
Jewish Chronicle
· 6 Nov 2024
Reflecting on the evolving political landscape, the author argues that Donald Trump may have been a better option for Jewish interests than Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.
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The Enemy Within and Winning the War
Emes Ve-Emunah
· 3 Nov 2024
This piece critically examines recent comments made by Amos Schocken, the publisher of Haaretz, which have sparked controversy for framing Palestinian terrorists as freedom fighters and labeling Israeli actions as akin to apartheid.
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Trump, Harris, and the Middle East
Israel Policy Pod
· 31 Oct 2024
The hosts discuss Israel's recent strikes on Iranian targets and the broader implications for Middle Eastern geopolitics.
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Now We Wait - with Suzanne Maloney
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
· 9 Aug 2024
Israel remains tense following targeted assassinations in Tehran and Beirut, as Suzanne Maloney discusses Iran's potential responses and their strategic considerations.
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Now We Wait - with Suzanne Maloney
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
· 9 Aug 2024
Yonit and Jonathan discuss the tense anticipation in Israel over potential retaliatory actions from Iran and Hezbollah following recent assassinations.
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Israel at War – War by Retaliation
For Heaven's Sake
· 7 Aug 2024
Hosts Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the recent assassinations of Hezbollah and Hamas leaders by Israel and their potential impacts on Israeli security and politics.
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Israel at War – War by Retaliation
For Heaven's Sake
· 7 Aug 2024
Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the recent assassinations of major enemy figures by Israel amidst ongoing retaliatory warfare, questioning the broader strategy and moral implications of these acts.
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300 - with Matti Friedman
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
· 2 Aug 2024
Matti Friedman joins Yonit and Jonathan to discuss the tension within Israeli society following assassinations in Iran and Hezbollah's leadership, as well as internal unrest reminiscent of a "January 6th" moment.
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300 - with Matti Friedman
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
· 2 Aug 2024
The episode delves into Israel's response to recent geopolitical events, including the assassinations of key figures in Hezbollah and Hamas, and the subsequent potential repercussions from Iran.
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The Long Good Biden - with Amos Harel and Special Co-Host David Remnick
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
· 26 Jul 2024
Guest co-host David Remnick joins Yonit to discuss Joe Biden's decision to withdraw from the presidential race, which shifts focus to Kamala Harris, and Netanyahu's contentious address to the U.S. Congress amid ongoing tensions in Gaza.
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For These Doomed Passengers, There Was No Refuge in Cuba
Julia M. Klein
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Forward
· 19 Jun 2018
Through examining Armando Lucas Correa's novel 'The German Girl,' the article explores the historical tragedy of the SS St. Louis, a ship carrying Jewish refugees from Nazi Germany in 1939.
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How Trita Parsi and NIAC Used the White House to Advance Iran’s Agenda
Hassan Dai
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Tablet
· 29 Jun 2017
Trita Parsi founded the National Iranian American Council (NIAC) in 2002, framing it as a nonpartisan advocate for Iranian-American interests while allegedly prioritizing advocacy for Iran-friendly U.S. policies.
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