Diaspora

'We go to Israel to see for ourselves': American Jewish leaders to join mission to Israel - opinion

A delegation of American Jewish leaders will travel to Israel this month for a solidarity mission to show that Israel does not stand alone.

 THE WRITER arrives at Ben-Gurion Airport earlier this week. In moments of crisis, the Jewish people do not watch from afar; we show up, he affirms.
 Gil Troy

Gil Troy's award-winning essay confronts ‘Silent Boycott’ against Jewish voices in publishing

 Kathryn Grody and Mandy Patinkin attend the "Seasoned" premiere during the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival at Spring Studios on June 08, 2025 in New York City.

Mandy Patinkin calls on Jews to reflect on Gaza war: ‘Is this acceptable and sustainable?’

Former hostages, Sapir Cohen and Sasha Troufanov announce engagement, July 9, 2025.

Beyond the headlines: Jewish journeys, past and present - opinion


Summer reading list: Thought-provoking essays on Jews, the Israel-Hamas War, and Iran

Here is a summer reading roundup of 17 recent deep-think articles on a range of issues: the Gaza and Iran wars, US-Israel relations, global antisemitism, Israeli society, and more.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu visits Capitol Hill this week. Prof. Edward N. Luttwak, in ‘Tablet,’ argues that Netanyahu’s tenacity has led to Israel’s conclusive victories in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria.

My Word: Arson attacks and the flames of hatred

As Israeli activist Hen Mazzig posted on X: “One night was enough to leave the entire Jewish community shaken, wondering if this city is still safe for Jews. Or if it’s time to leave again

 A man holds a placard shaped like a key during a pro-Palestinian rally calling for the UK government to stop allowing arms exports and military co-operation with Israel, in London, Britain, June 21, 2025.

Editor's Notes: Israel's 'friends' have forgotten why we hired them - comment

Diaspora generosity is heroic, but too many of the institutions that collect our money have lost the plot, padding paychecks, upgrading seats, and hoarding cash.

 SUPPORTERS WITH the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces march in the Israel Day Parade on Fifth Avenue on May 18, 2025 in New York City

Iran attempted to abduct, assassinate Jewish community leaders in UK, report finds

Parliament's Intelligence and Security Committee said the Iranian threat included physical attacks on and potential assassinations of dissidents and Jewish targets.

 Police officers stand in front of Iran's embassy, after six men were arrested earlier on the same day on suspicion of grievous bodily harm during a protest, London, Britain, June 20, 2025

'You’re killing Palestine, go eat in Gaza': Spanish restaurant manager kicks out group of Israelis

“You kill people, and then you go on vacation. Get out of here," the restaurant manager says in the video.

A pro-Palestinian protest is seen in Bilbao, Spain, June 4, 2025

The secret joke for Israelis in Stephen King's 'Life of Chuck'

Based on Stephen King's 2020 short novella, the film didn’t become a box office hit, but it seems that everyone who watched it couldn't stop thinking about it days later.

 'The Life of Chuck'

This northern Norway city has adopted a one-of-a-kind approach to observing Shabbat

Located on the outskirts of the Arctic Circle, this Norwegian city has a unique approach to observing Shabbat and a history of handling challenging situations.

 The river Nid offers picturesque views in Trondheim, Norway, home to one of the northernmost Jewish communities in the world.

Security protocols helped avert tragedy in Melbourne synagogue arson, CSG tells 'Post'

“The Rabbi and his community should be commended for their commendable vigilance and composure," Kagan told the Post.

 A photo shows the burnt front entrance of the East Melbourne Synagogue in Melbourne on July 6, 2025. A man suspected of setting fire to an Australian synagogue as worshippers ate dinner inside has been arrested and charged, police said on July 6.

Alleged Iranian national suspected in Melbourne synagogue firebombing

The biography of Angelo Loras' X/Twitter account says he is "Single, Iranian, forklift driver, music lover, only one type."

 Firefighters work at the scene of a fire at the Adass Israel Synagogue in Ripponlea, Melbourne, Australia, December 6, 2024.

'Antisemitism getting worse': Australians reluctant to accept anti-Israel violence - interview

"You have 14 firebombings of Jewish targets, each of them accompanied by unequivocally anti-Jewish graffiti, but fringe figures still claim it's not antisemitism," said Alex Ryvchin, of ECAJ.

 Miznon restaurant in Australian after pro-Palestinian protesters hurled chairs and chanted "Death to the IDF"

Authorities arrest man for setting fire to Melbourne synagogue, are 'unsure' if linked to terrorism

Detectives will continue to investigate the man’s intent and ideology to determine if the incident constitutes terrorism, Victoria Police announced.

  Members of the Synagogue recover items from the Adass Israel Synagogue on December 06, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia.