The author, a Roman Catholic American with experience in the Middle East, reflects on the contrast between Israel and its neighbors, highlighting Israel's democracy, respect for human rights, and diversity despite its imperfections.

The text discusses the recent Israeli military operation in Rafah to uncover smuggling tunnels and gain control of strategic assets while acknowledging the historical challenges faced in the region, including the APC Disaster in 2004.

This article reflects on the emotional and devastating three weeks following the Simchas Torah massacre in Israel, during which the IDF bombed Gaza and a ground invasion began.

Israel appeared to be on the brink of war with Gaza following a $15 million cash infusion from Qatar intended to maintain quiet.

In this episode of the Tel Aviv Review, hosts Allison, Noah, and Gilad Halpern discuss three significant topics: the approval of a bill by the Knesset allowing the expropriation of privately-owned land in occupied territories, the tensions arising from a rocket fired from Gaza towards a Jewish town and the IDF response, as well as a viral cartoon advocating religious women to avoid army service due to boredom, ennui, and sexual harassment.