Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Israel and the US know that only sustained bombing will stamp out the Houthis’ threat

Jewish Chronicle · 24 Dec

The article discusses the increasing threat of the Iranian-backed Houthis in the Middle East, particularly their use of drones and missiles to target Israel and attack shipping, which has drawn retaliation from Israel and involvement from the US.

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Why Is Turkey Harboring Hamas?

Jacob Forman in Moment · 26 Nov

Turkey's collaboration with Hamas, despite its NATO membership, raises questions about its relationship with the West and Israel.

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‘Lost a brother’: Chabad community vows to press on with outreach after emissary’s killing

Luke Tress in JTA · 25 Nov

The Chabad-Lubavitch community is mourning the loss of emissary Zvi Kogan, murdered in Abu Dhabi, UAE, but remains determined to continue its global outreach work.

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Killing of Israeli rabbi in UAE could strengthen ties between Israel and Arab neighbors, experts say

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 25 Nov

The recent murder of Israeli Rabbi Zvi Kogan in the United Arab Emirates highlights the ongoing dangers for Jews internationally, yet experts suggest this may inadvertently strengthen the diplomatic ties formed under the Abraham Accords, which normalized relations between Israel and the UAE.

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Israeli ties with Arab neighbors could strengthen after killing of Chabad rabbi in UAE, experts say

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 25 Nov

The murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, a Chabad emissary, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) could paradoxically strengthen the relationship between Israel and its Arab partners, according to experts.

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Jared Kushner donates $1 million to Chabad of United Arab Emirates after rabbi murdered

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 25 Nov

Jared Kushner announced a $1 million donation to the Chabad of the UAE after the tragic murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, a Chabad emissary in Abu Dhabi.

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Irwin Cotler responds to Iran’s assassination attempt on his life: ‘This has to serve as a wake-up call’

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 25 Nov

Irwin Cotler, a prominent Canadian human rights advocate, has been under constant police protection following threats from Iranian agents due to his criticism of Iran's transnational interference and repression.

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I no longer believe that the UAE is safe for Jews

Jewish Chronicle · 25 Nov

Following the assassination of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, a Chabad emissary in the UAE, there are growing concerns about the safety of Jews in the region.

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Three arrested in murder of rabbi in United Arab Emirates; Israel denounces ‘despicable antisemitic act’

Philissa Cramer in Forward · 24 Nov

Rabbi Zvi Kogan, a Chabad emissary in Abu Dhabi, was found murdered, prompting Israeli authorities to denounce the act as an antisemitic act of terror.

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Chabad rabbi killed in United Arab Emirates; Israel denounces ‘despicable antisemitic act’

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 24 Nov

Rabbi Zvi Kogan, a Chabad emissary in Abu Dhabi, was found dead after being reported missing, with Israeli officials labeling his murder as an antisemitic act of terrorism.

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Real estate mogul Witkoff is Trump’s unorthodox choice to serve as his Middle East envoy

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 21 Nov

Donald Trump has appointed real estate mogul Steve Witkoff as his Middle East envoy, a surprising choice due to Witkoff's lack of diplomatic experience.

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How Trump Proved Experts Wrong on Israel

Richard Hanania in Future of Jewish · 18 Nov

The Abraham Accords, signed during the final months of Donald Trump's presidency, marked a significant shift in Middle Eastern diplomacy by establishing normalization between Israel and several Arab nations, including the UAE and Bahrain, without resolving the Palestinian conflict.

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A strategic choice: Expanding the shaded palm of the Abraham Accords

eJewishPhilanthropy · 4 Nov

Eitan Neishlos reflects on the need for Jewish philanthropists to expand their strategic efforts in countering antisemitism and strengthening international alliances, particularly through the framework of the Abraham Accords.

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1,500 guests. Kosher food. The setting for this grand Jewish wedding? Abu Dhabi

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 14 Sep 2022

The wedding of UAE Chief Rabbi Levi Duchman and Lea Hadad in Abu Dhabi marks a significant milestone for Jewish visibility in the Arabian Gulf, coinciding with the second anniversary of the Abraham Accords.

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Kushner goes behind the scenes of Trump's WH in tell-all book

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 1 Aug 2022

Jared Kushner's memoir, "Breaking History: A White House Memoir," offers a personal glimpse into his life during the Trump administration, focusing on his Jewish practices, family dynamics, and foreign policy efforts.

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