In this insightful piece by Sara Klugman, Purim is explored in the context of current conflicts, particularly the situation in Gaza.

Aviva Siegel shares the story of her husband Keith Siegel, an Israeli hostage in Gaza, who was taken captive along with their neighbors in October.

This article explores the complex and contentious topic of the biblical mandate to destroy Amalek while examining its modern-day implications in light of Israeli military actions and genocidal accusations.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing criticism from US Democratic leaders, including President Joe Biden, Senator Bernie Sanders, and Senator Chuck Schumer, for his handling of the conflict with Hamas in Gaza.

On the National Mall, a shipping container has been set up by advocates for the hostages held by Hamas, aiming to raise awareness.

The author discusses the importance of prominent Jewish figures opposing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to combat anti-Semitism in the U.S., providing temporary relief for Jewish communities.

Minister Ron Dermer, a member of the Israeli War Cabinet, discusses the progress of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, focusing on goals such as dismantling Hamas's military capabilities, ending its political rule, ensuring Gaza does not threaten Israel, and returning hostages.

An ICU doctor from New York joined a humanitarian mission to Gaza, where she witnessed the devastating impact of war on civilians.

A group of over 1,000 American rabbis from various denominations released a statement rejecting calls for a ceasefire in Gaza and opposing conditioning U.S. military aid to Israel.

The text criticizes the left for solely blaming Israel for the devastation in Gaza, ignoring Hamas's role in the conflict.

A humorous and poignant account is given of a friendship between the writer and a former army paratrooper who is struggling with alcoholism and health issues.

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the current challenges facing Israel's leadership, including issues with the military, humanitarian aid in Gaza, the Haredi draft, and hostage negotiations.

Jared Kushner, former adviser to President Donald Trump, suggested that Israel should temporarily resettle displaced Palestinians from Gaza to the Negev desert to minimize casualties in a planned operation against Hamas.

Israeli forces entered Shifa Hospital in Gaza City amidst a gun battle with Hamas fighters, resulting in casualties and arrests, although the incident received minimal media coverage compared to previous events.

The Irish Prime Minister, Leo Varadkar, recently spoke alongside President Joe Biden at a St. Patrick's Day event, using the platform to advocate for a ceasefire in Gaza and explain why Ireland strongly supports the Palestinian cause.

Yuval Bitton, a young dentist, diagnosed Yahya Sinwar, a Palestinian who would later lead Hamas in Gaza, with a life-threatening brain tumor while in Israeli prison in 2004.

Senator Chuck Schumer recently made a significant public statement calling for new elections in Israel amid concerns over the country's direction and leadership in the wake of the Gaza conflict.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has criticized Chuck Schumer's call for new elections in Israel as inappropriate, amidst escalating tensions with President Joe Biden's administration over the handling of the conflict with Hamas.

The author describes a concerning rise in antisemitism at UC Berkeley, particularly through actions by groups like Graduate Students for Justice in Palestine and Bears for Palestine.

Ella Emhoff, the step-daughter of Vice President Kamala Harris, encouraged her Instagram followers to donate to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) despite accusations of aiding Hamas during an attack.

Jewish communities are grappling with how to address Chapter Nine of the Book of Esther, a violent chapter in the Purim story where the Jews of ancient Shushan in Persia kill over 75,000 people.

Aryeh Deri, leader of Israel's Shas party, was falsely portrayed as calling for President Biden's resignation, highlighting the sensitive nature of foreign leaders critiquing each other.

Hamas has presented a formal counter-proposal in ongoing talks with Israel regarding a potential temporary ceasefire and hostage release, raising hopes for the release of more Israeli hostages taken on Oct. 7.

The next season of "Fauda" will address the impact of real-life events, particularly the October 7 attacks, which have blurred the line between fiction and reality for the show's cast and crew.

The author discusses how the Israeli government's conduct in the war against Hamas in Gaza is contributing to rising antisemitism, making American Jews feel less safe.