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Is supporting peace illegal in Israel? A shocking arrest carries a warning

Nadav Ziv in Forward · 2 May

In 2026, the detention of Alex Sinclair, a Jewish education lecturer, for wearing a kippah adorned with both Israeli and Palestinian flags in Israel raises significant concerns about freedom of expression and governmental overreach.

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His kippah was a symbol of coexistence. Israeli police officers seized and destroyed it.

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 24 Apr

Alex Sinclair, a British-born Israeli writer, experienced a shocking incident when Israeli police seized and cut out the Palestinian flag from his kippah, which also featured the Israeli flag, labeling it illegal.

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Living the war, seeing the impact: A federation leader’s view from Israel

eJewishPhilanthropy · 15 Apr

Sanford Antignas, a senior lay leader of the Jewish Federations of North America, reflects on his return to Israel amidst the recent conflict with Iran.

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Fearing a Forever War in Israel

Uriel Heilman in Hadassah · 13 Apr

The article reflects on the evolving nature of conflict in Israel, particularly following intense engagements with Iran and Hezbollah.

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The Grit Economy: How Israelis Rebuild With Faith and Strength

Howard Blas in Jewish Action · 9 Mar

Israeli families faced significant economic and emotional challenges during the recent conflict, with many, like Miriam and Natan, balancing family obligations with military service in the reserves (miluim).

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My family runs to our safe room when the sirens sound. I try to believe it’s enough.

Uriel Heilman in JTA · 5 Mar

Life in present-day Israel is marked by frequent air raid sirens, pushing families like Uriel Heilman's to seek shelter in safe rooms mandated by law since 1992.

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The Double Lives of Hadassah Doctors and Nurses

Barbara Sofer in Hadassah · 5 Feb

Hadassah doctors and nurses like Dr. Esi Sharon-Sagie and Itzik Kara have been leading extraordinary double lives since the Hamas massacre on October 7, 2023, and during the subsequent years of conflict.

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Mamdani denounces Hamas chants, but his delay draws scrutiny

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 11 Jan

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is under scrutiny for his delayed response to a protest featuring pro-Hamas chants outside a Queens synagogue.

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Finding a Way Back to Normal

Uriel Heilman in Hadassah · 3 Nov 2025

As Israel navigates the aftermath of its longest war, the nation faces a complex journey toward recovery and normalcy.

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Hostage Release Brings New Hope to Israelis

Uriel Heilman in Hadassah · 17 Oct 2025

On October 13, 2025, Israel celebrated the emotional release of the final 20 hostages from Gaza, two years after a devastating attack by Hamas that had plunged the nation into prolonged violence.

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My brother-in-law's kibbutz weathered Oct. 7. Then came the Iranian missile strikes

Rob Eshman in Forward · 17 Jun 2025

Amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, the author shares the experiences of his Israeli brother-in-law, David, who faces frequent missile threats at Kibbutz Mishmar HaNegev.

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Postcard from Lod

Sapir · 3 Apr 2025

Lod, home to a magnificent 1,700-year-old Roman mosaic, reflects Israel's complex tapestry of ethnic and religious dynamics.

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The Samter Family: American Parents With Israeli Sons Fighting in Gaza [Divergence 2/6]

18forty · 1 Apr 2025

The Samter family, who made aliyah from the Five Towns, shared their experiences of transitioning from American Jewish life to Israeli culture, with two of their sons serving in the IDF.

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The Samter Family: American Parents With Israeli Sons Fighting in Gaza [Divergence 2/4]

18forty · 1 Apr 2025

The Samter family discusses their aliyah from the Five Towns, New York to Israel, highlighting the challenges and growth of their children as they serve in the IDF.

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Natan Sharansky: 'If you don't have faith or Zionism, your grandchildren will not be Jewish' (18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers)

18forty · 29 Jan 2025

Natan Sharansky, a former Soviet dissident and Israeli politician, discusses the intertwined challenges of antisemitism and assimilation facing the Jewish people, asserting that Israel is pivotal for Jewish continuity.

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Natan Sharansky: 'If you don't have faith or Zionism, your grandchildren will not be Jewish'

18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers · 20 Jan 2025

Natan Sharansky discusses the challenges faced by the Jewish people due to antisemitism and assimilation, highlighting how Israel can serve as a unifying solution.

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The Blood of the Maccabees

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 30 Dec 2024

Natan Slifkin explores the symbolic significance of the flower Helichrysum sanguineum, also known as dam ha-maccabim or the "blood of the Maccabees," in Israeli memory and identity.

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Tel Aviv-area school hit by Houthi missile fired from Yemen

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 19 Dec 2024

A missile launched by Houthi rebels from Yemen struck a school in Ramat Gan, a suburb of Tel Aviv, causing significant damage, though fortunately no injuries as it occurred after hours.

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Jewish Life Stories: Jim Abrahams, the filmmaker who co-piloted ‘Airplane!’ into comedy history, dies at 80

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 4 Dec 2024

Jim Abrahams, renowned Jewish filmmaker and member of the comedy trio ZAZ, died at 80 in Santa Monica.

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Why Netanyahu Still Doesn't Take Moshe Safdie's Calls

Forward · 13 Oct 2015

Celebrated architect Moshe Safdie discusses his complex relationship with Israel, reflecting both on his significant contributions to Israeli architecture and on the lack of recognition he feels he receives from his native and emotional homeland.

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