Tag: Political Unrest

The author reflects on the challenges of celebrating Israel's Independence Day while the country is in turmoil, particularly grappling with ongoing conflicts and the ethical implications of occupying another people.
Silence is often viewed as complicity or admission, raising questions about when the principle of shtikah ke-hodaah applies in Jewish law and ethics, especially in light of current events and beyond.
The article reflects on a viral picture of a fox at the Kotel on Tisha B'Av, with some viewing it as a sign of redemption.
Israel's parliament is set to vote on a measure that would bar the Supreme Court from striking down government decisions it deems unreasonable.
Dan Senor discusses the recent protests in Israel, focusing on the dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and the challenges confronting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.
Peter Sis, a Czech illustrator and author of children's books, has recently released a new book titled "Nicky and Vera."
Keith Gessen's novel "A Terrible Country" delves into the life of Andrei, a Russian-American academic returning to Moscow to care for his grandmother, exploring themes of identity, loneliness, and connections between past and present.