Jericho, Palestinian Territories

0 Politics Israel

The hostages are home. The fight for their future is far from over

Sam Berkman in Forward · 13 Oct

Following the release of the last surviving hostages from Gaza, the Jewish community experiences relief, yet significant challenges remain to secure lasting peace.

0 Politics Culture

I know exactly why leftists aren't celebrating this ceasefire

Emily Tamkin in Forward · 11 Oct

Emily Tamkin explores the complex and muted reactions from leftist and pro-Palestinian groups following a ceasefire in Gaza brokered by Donald Trump.

0 Television/Film Israel

It was once Sweden’s only news broadcast — what did it say about Israel?

Olivia Haynie in Forward · 8 Oct

A new documentary, "Israel and Palestine on Swedish TV 1958-1989," compiles three and a half hours of footage from Sweden's public broadcaster Sveriges Television AB, chronicling three pivotal decades of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Literature Culture

Awe and Shmutz

David Mikics in Jewish Review of Books · 29 Sep

Steven J. Zipperstein's biography "Philip Roth: Stung by Life" provides a fresh and insightful exploration of the celebrated and controversial Jewish-American author Philip Roth.

0 Politics Israel

Israel’s survival depends on one thing: ending ’Palestine.’

Yonatan Daon-Stern in Future of Jewish · 20 Sep

Yonatan Daon-Stern's essay argues passionately that Israel's survival and the safety of the Jewish people depend on decisively ending the recognition and existence of Palestine as a state.

0 Politics Israel

6 shot to death at Jerusalem bus stop in city’s deadliest attack in nearly 2 years

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 8 Sep

A fatal shooting occurred at a Jerusalem bus stop, resulting in six deaths and multiple injuries, marking the city's most lethal attack in nearly two years.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Pro-Palestinians are not actually pro-Palestinian.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 7 Sep

Joshua Hoffman argues that many pro-Palestinian activists are misaligned in their advocacy, focusing their efforts on condemning Israel rather than supporting genuine improvements for Palestinian well-being.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Left’s Israel problem isn’t policy. It’s stupidity.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 12 Aug

Joshua Hoffman critiques the stance of many progressive voices on Israel, highlighting a lack of understanding and contradictions within their arguments.

0 Education Antisemitism

Advice to a Jewish Freshman

Sapir · 12 Aug

In this thought-provoking piece addressed to Jewish freshmen entering university, the author offers advice for navigating antisemitism and misconceptions about Jewish identity and Israel on campus.

0 History Politics

Antisemitism is the reason Zionism exists.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 11 Aug

Joshua Hoffman's exploration of the reasons behind the existence of Zionism highlights the enduring impact of antisemitism on Jewish history and the geopolitical developments leading to the founding of the State of Israel.

0 Philosophy Torah

Faith Is Not Surrender

Jeremy England in Tablet · 11 Aug

Reflecting on the Torah command to place a railing on a roof, especially during missile attacks in Israel, this article explores the theological tension between divine providence and human responsibility.

0 Politics Education

Bard president Leon Botstein says Trump’s campaign against colleges follows ‘a classic antisemitic routine’

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 5 Aug

Leon Botstein, President of Bard College, critiques the Trump administration's approach to higher education, highlighting its impact on college leadership and international students.

0 Politics Israel

Europe's New Policy: Punish Jews, Reward Islamists

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 30 Jul

The article criticizes British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's announcement to recognize a Palestinian state unless Israel makes concessions.

0 Politics Jewish Law

How Jon Stewart evolved on Israel — at least on ‘The Daily Show’

PJ Grisar in Forward · 29 Jul

Jon Stewart, former host of "The Daily Show," has openly discussed and critiqued Israel's actions over the years, highlighting how his viewpoints have evolved on air alongside changing events in Gaza.

0 Politics Israel

Youth wing of the Democratic Party passes amendment opposing Israel’s ‘ongoing genocide in Gaza’

Grace Gilson in Forward · 22 Jul

The Young Democrats of America (YDA), the youth wing of the Democratic Party, recently passed a controversial foreign policy amendment describing Israel's military actions in Gaza as "genocide."

0 Politics Israel

What Matters Now to Micah Goodman: Israel may soon remake the region

What Matters Now · 9 Jul

Micah Goodman discusses the geopolitical implications of Israel's recent military actions and explores the potential for regional realignment in the Middle East if Israel can navigate complex compromises, particularly related to the Gaza situation.

0 Politics Israel

Settlers set IDF security facility ablaze as scrutiny over settler violence in the West Bank mounts

Grace Gilson in JTA · 30 Jun

In a troubling escalation of violence, Jewish settlers set a West Bank security facility ablaze amid ongoing tensions with the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).

0 Politics Communities

Why 'emboldened' Jewish settlers are now attacking Israeli soldiers in the West Bank

Haaretz Weekly · 30 Jun

Israeli settlers in the West Bank, emboldened by far-right government figures, have violently clashed with both Palestinians and IDF soldiers, prompting public condemnation from Israeli leaders.

0 Israel Politics

Israelis are tired of war (but we’re not tired of fighting for peace).

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 28 Jun

In an emotional reflection, Joshua Hoffman articulates the relentless struggles and resilience of Israelis nearly two years following the October 7, 2023, attacks by Hamas.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Imagine if Hitler had remained untouched.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 24 Jun

The article draws a parallel between Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and Adolf Hitler, arguing that Khamenei poses a modern-day threat similar to the Nazi regime, despite not having succeeded in genocide.

0 Politics Ethics

ICE arrests Brad Lander, Jewish NYC comptroller running for mayor

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 17 Jun

Brad Lander, the Jewish NYC Comptroller and mayoral candidate, was arrested by ICE outside an immigration court while aiding immigrants in their legal proceedings.

0 Communities Politics

Those Penguins and Those Kids from Gaza: “Man is Wolf to Man”

guestpost in Jewschool · 30 May

Set against the backdrop of the Seeds of Peace Camp and later ventures, this narrative weaves a personal story of friendship and cross-cultural bonding between the narrator, an American connected with the Seeds of Peace program, and Mohammed, a Palestinian professor from Gaza.

0 Education History

How Do You Say Orientalism in Hebrew?

Tel Aviv Review · 26 May

Dr. Amit Levy delves into the history of Oriental studies in Israel, highlighting the significant influence of German Orientalism transplanted by Jewish scholars who fled Nazi Germany.

0 Art Politics

How the war changed an artist's life, his politics — and his painting

Simi Horwitz in Forward · 15 May

Sam Griffin, a British-born painter who now identifies as Israeli, reflects on his transformation post-Oct.

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.

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