Tehran, Iran

0 Politics Israel

A precise, Chekhovian logic guided Israel’s strike on Iran — but chaos could come next

Rob Eshman in Forward · 13 Jun 2025

Israel's recent airstrike on Iran, which caused significant damage to Iranian military and nuclear facilities, surprised many despite its apparent inevitability.

0 Politics Israel

Will the US come to Israel’s defense as Iran retaliates for attack?

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 13 Jun 2025

Amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran, questions about the United States' role in the conflict under President Trump have surfaced.

0 Politics Israel

Analysis: What to watch for as Israel escalates 'shadow war' with Iran

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 13 Jun 2025

Israel has launched a significant military operation dubbed 'Rising Lion' aimed at dismantling Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile capabilities, marking a stark escalation in their ongoing shadow conflict.

0 Politics Israel

Is Israel About to Attack Iran?

Emes Ve-Emunah · 12 Jun 2025

Tensions between Israel and Iran are escalating as reports surface about Israel's possible imminent strike on Iran's nuclear facilities.

0 Television/Film Politics

Film Review | ‘Tatami’

Andy Freedman in Moment · 10 Jun 2025

"Tatami," a film co-directed by Israeli Guy Nattiv and Iranian Zar Amr Ebrahimi, explores the intersection of sport and geopolitics through the story of Leila Hosseini, an Iranian judoka facing a moral dilemma at the World Judo Championship.

0 Politics Israel

Is Trump selling out Israel? No, because Israel is not for sale.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 16 May 2025

Joshua Hoffman argues that Israel cannot be sold out by Donald Trump or any other leader because its security and existence are not reliant on the goodwill of the U.S. or other foreign powers.

0 Politics Israel

Israel’s genius is rewriting the Middle East.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 6 May 2025

Since October 2023, Israel has employed advanced innovations, particularly in artificial intelligence, to address threats from Palestinian and Iranian actors, transforming its military and strategic landscape.

0 Television/Film Culture

Sasson Gabay Dishes on Season Three of ‘Tehran’

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 30 Apr 2025

Sasson Gabay, the renowned Israeli actor, offered insights into his role in the third season of the spy thriller 'Tehran,' where he plays an Iranian Jew working with the Mossad.

0 Politics Leadership

100 Days Equals Four Years

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 28 Apr 2025

The episode discusses the tumultuous political landscape during Trump's presidency, particularly focusing on the ongoing legal battles and media dynamics.

0 Politics Israel

Trump’s Iran Talks

Israel Policy Pod · 24 Apr 2025

Neri Zilber and Naysan Rafati discuss the challenges and implications of the Trump administration's renewed diplomatic efforts towards a nuclear deal with Iran, in light of Iran's current regional and economic vulnerabilities.

0 Politics Israel

Israel boxed in as Trump blocks Iran attack and pursues deal

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider · 17 Apr 2025

Israel is once again in a complex diplomatic bind as the Trump administration engages in nuclear talks with Iran, echoing past tensions during the Obama era.

0 Politics Israel

Bungling the Good Things

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 11 Apr 2025

The episode delves into the ongoing challenges faced by the Trump administration in dealing with international relations, particularly concerning hostages with Hamas, negotiations with Iran, and diplomatic dynamics.

0 Politics Israel

Trump is about to talk to Iran, Israel’s sworn enemy. Here’s what you need to know.

Ben Sales in JTA · 10 Apr 2025

In a significant geopolitical move, Donald Trump announced that the United States would engage in direct talks with Iran over its nuclear program while sitting alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

0 Politics Israel

Lawmakers, national security experts skeptical of Trump’s Iran diplomacy

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider · 10 Apr 2025

Lawmakers and national security experts express deep skepticism over the Trump administration's nuclear negotiations with Iran, doubting the possibility of achieving a deal that fully dismantles Iran's nuclear program.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Cory Booker's rabbi has notes on Booker's 25-hour speech

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 2 Apr 2025

Sen. Cory Booker's marathon Senate speech, over 24 hours long, served as a poignant protest against a potential second Trump presidency, with frequent references to Jewish teachings and moral philosophy.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Trump promised to protect Jews and religious liberty. His refugee ban is keeping out 700 persecuted Iranian Jews.

Asaf Elia-Shalev in 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.

0 Communities History

Persia’s Plight; Lithuania’s Light

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 18 Feb 2025

In 1871, a severe famine struck Persia, disproportionately affecting its Jewish population due to governmental neglect.

0 Politics Israel

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.

0 Politics Israel

Here's why I'll gladly give Trump all the credit for the hostage deal

Rob Eshman in 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.

0 Communities History

What a remarkable Torah rescued from Iran — then LA's fire — can teach about community amid devastation

Rob Eshman in 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.

0 Politics Leadership

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.

0 Politics Israel

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.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Our 10 most-read Jewish news stories of 2024

JTA Staff in 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.

0 Politics Israel

Trump promised ‘all hell to pay’ if the hostages aren’t freed. What does that mean?

Ron Kampeas in 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.

0 Gender/Identity Politics

The Insanity of Western Women Defending Their Oppressors

Karen Hunt aka KH Mezek in 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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