Shimon Peres

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Special Update: Sinwar dead - with Shimrit Meir

Yonit and Jonathan along with Shimrit Meir discuss the implications of Yahya Sinwar's death for Israel and Gaza, analyzing whether his death could signify a shift in the ongoing conflict with Hamas.

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How Lauren Bacall faced and overcame antisemitism

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 16 Sep

Lauren Bacall, born Betty Joan Perske, faced significant antisemitism throughout her Hollywood career, compelling her to modify her name for professional acceptance.

0 History Israel

What I Witnessed in Entebbe // A Givati Brigade commando who was part of the mission tells the story of the famous rescue.

Ami Magazine in Ami · 4 Sep

The Entebbe raid by the Israeli Defense Forces on July 4, 1976, remains one of the most successful counterterrorism operations, with members from the Golani Brigade, including the author, involved in evacuating hostages under fire.

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This Week in Jewish History

Jewdicious in Jewdicious · 29 Jul

This week in Jewish history includes significant events such as the arrival of the first shipload of Russian Jewish immigrants in New York in 1881, marking the start of mass Jewish immigration to North America.

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Why the Entebbe rescue almost didn’t happen — and how Israel is still wrestling with the same tough questions 48 years later

Ami Eden in JTA · 4 Jul

In 1976, Israel's daring rescue of hostages at Entebbe airport showcased boldness but set a challenging standard for future hostage situations.

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How One Tiny Country Upended the Middle East

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 9 Mar

The text explores how Israel, once seen as a barren and unremarkable land, transformed from a small settlement in 1909 to a country with significant global impact.

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Why one Israeli security veteran hasn’t given up on a two-state solution

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 18 Feb

Nimrod Novik, a senior policy adviser and former Israeli security veteran, remains committed to a two-state solution despite the prevailing skepticism and opposition within Israeli society and government.

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Diary of an IDF Soldier: Part IV

Sapir · 1 Nov 2023

In this fourth installment of the Diary of an IDF Soldier series, the author discusses tactics used by Hamas in the conflict and the Israeli military's perspective on human life.

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Oslo at 30: What went wrong

Stephen M. Flatow in JNS · 8 Sep 2023

As the 30th anniversary of the Oslo Accords approaches, a recently declassified transcript of a cabinet meeting reveals the doubts of the accords' architects regarding the trustworthiness of Yasser Arafat and other Palestinian Arab leaders.

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Zionism: The Tablet Guide

Tablet Magazine in Tablet · 19 Apr 2023

In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the creation of the State of Israel, a book titled "Zionism: The Tablet Guide" is being released.

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The New Bitcoin

Matti Friedman in Tablet · 7 Dec 2021

In this article, the author discusses the rise of the Israeli shekel and its impact on the economy.

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The “From ‘Et Tu’ to ‘Me Too’” Edition

Promised Podcast · 21 Oct 2021

In this discussion, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Miriam Herschlag, and Noah Efron cover three main topics.

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The “From ‘Et Tu’ to ‘Me Too’” Edition

Promised Podcast · 21 Oct 2021

Allison Kaplan Sommer, Miriam Herschlag, and Noah Efron discuss Yuli Edelstein challenging Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership of Likud, questioning if Netanyahu's reign is coming to an end.

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Are Politicians Who Talk About God Crazy?

Michael Oren in Tablet · 13 Oct 2021

In this article, the author recounts their experience of giving a speech about their faith in God at various American synagogues, which was met with ridicule and criticism when it went viral in Israel.

0 Politics Israel

A Flashback From the 1980s: The Jordanian Option

Israel Policy Pod · 10 Mar 2020

The episode of Israel Policy Pod delves into the Jordanian option as a potential resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, examining its history, viability, and the shifts in political attitudes over time.

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Israel’s Nastiest Political Rivalries

Tevi Troy in Tablet · 27 Feb 2020

The text explores significant historical rivalries in Israeli politics, highlighting the intense infighting among key figures such as David Ben-Gurion, Chaim Weizmann, Golda Meir, Abba Eban, Yitzhak Rabin, and Shimon Peres.

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The Boats of Cherbourg

Abraham Rabinovich in Tablet · 24 Dec 2019

The article discusses the development of missile boats by the Israeli navy in response to the sinking of their destroyer Eilat by a Soviet-made missile boat of the Egyptian navy in 1967.

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Israel: Lost in Gaza?

Israel Policy Pod · 9 May 2019

Evan Gottesman interviews Nimrod Novik, a former adviser to Shimon Peres, about Israel's strategy in Gaza and the ongoing conflict with Palestinians in the region.

0 Politics History

Unsealed Yasser Arafat Diaries Reveal Extent Of PLO-Italy Relationship

Jesse Bernstein in Tablet · 6 Feb 2018

Excerpts from Yasser Arafat's diaries unveil a previously unknown non-aggression pact between the PLO and Italy, shedding light on his relationships with figures like Silvio Berlusconi and Fidel Castro, as well as his stance against Saddam Hussein.

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Israel and Jordan: It's Complicated

Israel Policy Pod · 4 Aug 2017

Nimrod Novik, an Israeli expert, discusses the strained diplomatic relationship between Israel and Jordan with Eli Kowaz and Noa Shusterman.

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Theater and Politics in Oslo

Itamar Rabinovich in Jewish Review of Books · 28 Jun 2017

"Oslo" is a play by J. T. Rogers that delves into the negotiations leading to the first Oslo Accord signed by Israel and the Palestinians in 1993.

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Guilt Trip: Ep. 61

Unorthodox · 13 Oct 2016

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore modern adaptations of Yiddish language with Gitl Schaechter Viswanath, and delve into German identity and historical guilt with Tessa Kim.

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The Day I Met Shimon Peres

Leslie Ginsparg Klein in Lehrhaus · 7 Oct 2016

The author recounts their experience meeting Shimon Peres in 1999, initially reluctant due to opposing his involvement in the Oslo Accords.

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The "Show Me a Dreamer - The Legacy of Shimon Peres" Edition

Promised Podcast · 6 Oct 2016

In this discussion, the hosts reflect on the complex legacy of Shimon Peres, focusing on his impact on Israel and the left.

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Shimon Peres’s Neighbors Remember Him As the Man Who Took Out the Trash in a Tank Top

Forward · 29 Sep 2016

Shimon Peres, a renowned statesman known for his long career in public service and commitment to peace in the Middle East, was remembered by some Israelis as a humble neighbor who lived in a modest apartment with his wife near Tel Aviv University.

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