What Will it Take for the Last Jewish Communities in Ethiopia to Return to Israel?
Aaron (A.Y.) Katsof made aliyah from the U.S. to ‘build the heart of Israel.’ Now, he has a second mission: to bring the rest of the Jews in Ethiopia home to Israel.
What to Live For? (On the Occasion of Israeli Memorial Day and Israel’s 70th Independence Day)
How does Israel’s Memorial Day and Independence Day compare with the United States? Moreover, how does Israel relate to its soldiers and why does it send so many of its children into combat?
The Future of Israel Looks Good
Time is on Israel’s side. A careful review of the balance of power between Israel and its foes, the domestic features of its national power, it’s standing in the international community, validates that assessment for the foreseeable future. A must read.
Germany’s Merkel: No to Jerusalem Embassy, No to ‘Settlements,’ Yes to Iran Nuclear Deal
‘Our goal is a two-state solution with a State of Israel… as well as an independent, democratic and viable Palestinian state, living side by side in peace and security,’ said Merkel to Israel’s Channel 10.
Israel Marks Memorial Day With Sirens and Ceremonies
Approximately 1.5 million people are expected to visit military ceremonies throughout the country on Wednesday to pay their respects to fallen soldiers.
Israel Stands with Hungary’s Nationalist Government
In standing with Orban, Netanyahu demonstrated that for Israel, “Never Again” means standing against all forms of antisemitism with equal force.
Iran: Instrument of Armageddon or Israel’s Partner in Redemption?
As tensions between Israel and Iran flare after an Israeli airstrike in Syria killed seven Iranian military personnel, one prominent Rabbi is reaching out to Iran as a partner in redemption, connecting with the country’s ancient Persian heritage that played an essential role in building the Second Temple.
Israel Turns a Corner on Protecting Its Sovereignty
Monday may have been a turning point in the global battle between the forces of nationalism and national self-determination on the one hand, and the forces pushing for a post-nationalist world with open borders on the other.
No Time to Go Wobbly on Syria
Indeed, the price America will pay for “losing” the already-lost Turkey will be far lower than the price the US will pay for abandoning its Kurdish allies.
Egypt’s President Sisi is Irreplacable
This week, Egyptian voters are going to the polls, either to vote to re-elect President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi or to vote for the other guy.