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How to Think About the Dramatic Firing of Israel's Defense Minister

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 6 Nov

The recent firing of Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during an ongoing conflict represents a significant event in Israeli politics, marked by a historic precedent as no defense minister has been dismissed in wartime before.

0 Israel Art

In a Tel Aviv jewelry store, a green necklace tells the story of life in Israel during wartime

Aviya Kushner in Forward · 2 Aug

In a Tel Aviv jewelry store, a woman's emotional purchase of a green necklace amid ongoing warfare in Israel prompts reflections on the struggles and fears faced by ordinary people during the conflict with Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, and Iran.

0 Israel Education

How one Israeli teen is navigating the uncertainties of life during wartime

Alexis Sarnoff in JTA · 10 Jun

The article follows Alma Doron, an 18-year-old Israeli navigating life during wartime, where the fear of missile attacks has impacted her daily routines and mental health.

0 Israel Politics

Only in Israel: The Jewish State's Extraordinary Wartime Attributes

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 4 Jun

This article explores the unique attributes of wartime Israel, focusing on the experiences and perspectives of individuals living in Israel during periods of conflict.

0 History Israel

Passover in wartime: As freed Hebrew slaves, we must always protect the oppressed

Naftali Oppenheimer in Forward · 19 Apr

Amidst reflections on his military service in Hebron and the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Naftali Oppenheimer emphasizes the importance of protecting the oppressed and using power responsibly, especially as Passover approaches.

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13 things about Israelis in wartime I’ve noticed by living among them

Susan Greene in Forward · 2 Apr

In this article, the author reflects on living among Israelis during wartime, sharing observations like the minimal coverage of suffering in Gaza in Israeli media compared to international news.

0 Torah Ethics

The Child at this Moment, the child that Could Become: A Torah Meditation in Wartime

Dan Ornstein in Lehrhaus · 17 Mar

In his exploration of a Torah meditation in wartime, Dan Ornstein reflects on the biblical story of Yishmael in the desert and the moral implications of judging a person based on their present actions versus their potential future deeds.

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

There Are No Lights in War: We Need a Different Religious Language

Ariel Shwartz in Lehrhaus · 16 Jan

This article explores the role of religious discourse during wartime and criticizes the tendency to idealize and glorify war within religious communities.

0 Israel Politics

The Extremely Complicated Politics of Wartime Israel

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 14 Jan

This article discusses the complex politics surrounding Israel during times of war.

0 Israel Politics

Life During Wartime

Dana Kessler in Tablet · 4 Jan

This article provides glimpses into life in Israel during wartime, particularly focusing on the emotional attachment and attention given to specific hostages.

0 Politics Israel

In unprecedented decision, Israel’s Supreme Court strikes down law limiting its power

Ben Sales in JTA · 2 Jan

In a significant ruling, the Israeli Supreme Court has struck down a law that limited its power, reversing a piece of legislation that aimed to weaken the judiciary.

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Why Israelis Are Getting Married Despite War and Terror

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty · 22 Nov 2023

This article discusses the question of whether Jewish law obligates Israelis to continue with weddings despite the ongoing war and terror.

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Keeping Farms Afloat in Wartime

Hillel Kuttler in Tablet · 6 Nov 2023

Israeli agriculture has been severely affected by the recent war with Hamas, causing labor shortages that threaten the livelihoods of farmers.

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Wedding during wartime: A donated cake, a volunteer band, fairy lights by the bomb shelter

ALanger in Forward · 12 Oct 2023

In the midst of a rocket attack from the Gaza Strip, a couple in Jerusalem decided to proceed with their wedding, albeit on a smaller scale and in a community garden.

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Reading Babel in Odessa During Wartime

Edward Serotta in Tablet · 13 Sep 2023

The author reflects on reading Isaac Babel's Odessa Stories in Odessa and how it shapes his perception of the city.

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