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0 Politics Israel

Will the U.S. get involved in Iran? Mike Huckabee's evangelical worldview may be the key

Tristan Sturm in Forward · 18 Jun

Amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran, the influence of Christian Zionist ideology in American politics could become a pivotal factor in U.S. involvement.

0 Communities Antisemitism

Northern Ireland’s lone, beleaguered synagogue aims to stave off decline by engaging Christian neighbors

Rosario Del Valle in Forward · 29 May

The Belfast Hebrew Congregation, Northern Ireland's sole synagogue, faces significant challenges as it grapples with antisemitism, dwindling membership, and leadership difficulties.

0 Culture Politics

Kneecap and the Politics of Language Reclamation

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 29 May

The episode explores the film 'Kneecap' and delves into the intersections of language reclamation with politics through music, with a focus on Irish and Jewish languages.

0 Politics Culture

Facing police investigation, Irish band Kneecap denies supporting Hamas, Hezbollah

Grace Gilson in JTA · 29 Apr

The Irish rap group Kneecap is under investigation by U.K. police for allegedly supporting Hamas and Hezbollah, following their controversial anti-Israel performance at the Coachella festival.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Is Ireland the most antisemitic country in the West?

Jewish Chronicle · 27 Jan

Recent events have spotlighted potential antisemitism in Ireland, especially criticisms concerning the Irish president's controversial speech at a Holocaust Memorial event.

0 Politics Israel

Mike Huckabee's old-school Christian Zionism is bad news for anyone who wants Middle East peace

Tristan Sturm in Forward · 15 Nov 2024

The appointment of Mike Huckabee as ambassador to Israel under President-elect Donald Trump is poised to complicate peace efforts in the Middle East.