East Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel

0 Politics Leadership

I was interrogated by Israeli authorities — I know why they're terrified of peace activists like me

Zak Witus in Forward · 2 Dec

Zak Witus, Director of Young Leadership and Education at the New Israel Fund, recounts his interrogation by Israeli authorities at Ben-Gurion Airport due to materials in his luggage that supported both Israeli and Palestinian peace efforts.

0 Food Culture

Shifka, a new pita shop on the Bowery, aims to be the Chipotle of Israeli cuisine

Rachel Ringler in JTA · 6 Nov

Shifka, a new Israeli-inspired pita shop on the Bowery, is the creation of the Jewish owners behind Sami & Susu, a well-regarded Mediterranean restaurant.

0 Television/Film Politics

In 'Coexistence, My Ass!' the anxiety of an Israeli influencer

Dan Friedman in Forward · 27 Oct

Coexistence, My Ass!, a documentary by Amber Fares, dives into the art of comedy as a potent medium for social commentary, spotlighting Israeli comedian Noam Shuster Eliassi.

0 Culture Politics

Can an idyllic dream of Israel ever be reality? She says: 'Coexistence, My Ass'

Nora Berman in Forward · 24 Oct

Israeli comedian and activist Noam Shuster Eliassi is the focus of "Coexistence, My Ass," a new documentary that captures her bold comedic and political journey.

0 Politics History

UK and other Western nations recognize Palestinian state ahead of UN meetings — but symbolic action won’t make statehood happen

Maha Nassar in Forward · 22 Sep

A wave of Western countries, including the UK, Australia, and Canada, have recently recognized Palestinian statehood, marking a diplomatic shift before the UN General Assembly.

0 Culture Politics

A Palestinian Coloring Book

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 2 Sep

Natan Slifkin discusses a controversial Palestinian coloring book, emphasizing its unique approach of integrating flora and fauna significant to Palestinian identity.

0 Politics Israel

No, You Don’t Support the Two State Solution

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 1 Sep

Peter Beinart critiques the often-cited support for a two-state solution by American politicians and Jewish leaders, arguing it is largely insincere given their inaction towards Israeli settlement expansions that undermine a viable Palestinian state.

0 Politics Israel

I tried to be pro-Palestinian, but they made it impossible.

Kelli in Future of Jewish · 1 Aug

The author expresses frustration with attempts to support the Palestinian cause, citing widespread celebration of violence against Israelis and rampant misinformation in media representations, which undermine sympathy and empathy.

0 Politics History

The Gavel and the Gun - Palestinian history shows that armed struggle campaigns often catalyze gains in international lawmaking.

Darryl Li in Jewish Currents · 17 Jun

Darryl Li's analysis delves into the significant shifts in international legal responses to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict following the October 2023 Operation al-Aqsa Flood led by Hamas.

0 Politics History

Triumphalism and Desperation, or, “To What May October 7 be Compared?”: Is October 7 the End of an Era that Began in June 1967

Shaul Magid in Jewschool · 13 May

Shaul Magid explores the significance of October 7 in comparison to the Six-Day War of June 1967, questioning whether it marks the end of an era that began then.

0 Politics Communities

Why Is Meir Kahane Making a Comeback Among Orthodox Jews?

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty · 30 Apr

Itamar Ben-Gvir's recent visit to the United States has reignited discussions around the legacy of Rabbi Meir Kahane among Orthodox Jews.

0 Holidays Communities

My ‘mixed multitude’ Passover seder was a ringing, singing celebration of diversity

Rabbi Sarah Reines in JTA · 16 Apr

Rabbi Sarah Reines shares a vivid account of her diverse Passover seder, highlighting the concept of "erev rav" or mixed multitude from Exodus, symbolizing the rich diversity within Judaism.

0 Politics Communities

Mahmoud Muna on the Attack on his Bookstore

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 18 Feb

In this piece, Peter Beinart highlights the recent raid by Israeli police on the East Jerusalem Educational Bookstore, resulting in the arrest of bookstore owners Mahmoud and Ahmed Muna.

0 Politics Culture

Israel’s arrest of Jerusalem’s booksellers is a grave, self-defeating error

Yona Shem-Tov in Forward · 12 Feb

The arrest of Mahmoud and Ahmad Muna, Palestinian booksellers in Jerusalem, by Israeli police raises significant concerns about the suppression of intellectual and cultural voices that could foster understanding in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Politics Israel

Jake Sullivan’s Mental Prison (A Sequel)

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 13 Jan

Peter Beinart critically assesses outgoing National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's interview at the 92nd Street Y, highlighting Sullivan's language as Orwellian, filled with euphemisms that obscure the harsh realities faced by Palestinians.

0 Politics History

The 6 Day War and the Pager Plot

Emes Ve-Emunah · 25 Dec 2024

Reflecting on a recent '60 Minutes' segment that echoed the transformative events of the 1967 Six-Day War, the article revisits how that military victory shifted global perceptions of Israel from being the underdog to a formidable military power.

0 Politics Israel

Trump promised peace in the Middle East. Will his 2020 plan be the blueprint?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 24 Nov 2024

Former President Donald Trump's renewed campaign promise to bring peace to the Middle East is under scrutiny, as his previous 2020 peace plan failed to gain traction.

0 Politics Israel

Mark Dubowitz on the Dangers of a Lame-Duck President

Tikvah · 8 Nov 2024

Mark Dubowitz discusses the potential implications of a lame-duck Biden administration on Israel, particularly concerning executive actions and sanctions.

0 Politics Culture

The Day After Tomorrow - with Samer Sinijlawi & Michael Milshtein

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 16 Feb 2024

Violence between Israelis and Palestinians remains a critical issue, with discussions about the future hinging on reconciliation and cooperation.

0 Politics Israel

Inside President Joe Biden’s trip to Israel

Ruth Marks Eglash in Jewish Insider · 13 Jul 2022

President Joe Biden's visit to Israel marks a significant diplomatic event, emphasizing the deep connections between the United States and Israel, and highlighting key regional issues.

0 Communities Politics

Community | The JNF Is Helping The Israeli Government Steal A Palestinian Family’s House

Forward · 7 Feb 2018

Seth Morrison, a former supporter and member of the Jewish National Fund (JNF), criticizes the JNF and its Israeli counterpart Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael (KKL) for their attempts to evict the Sumarin family from their East Jerusalem home.

0 Politics Ethics

Why I Support the Academic Boycott of Israel

Forward · 18 Dec 2013

Eric Cheyfitz, a scholar at Cornell and a member of the American Studies Association, explains his support for the academic boycott of Israel.

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