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A farewell to Peres, ‘the most intellectually curious leader in modern Zionism’

A farewell to Peres, ‘the most intellectually curious leader in modern Zionism’

Ambassador Ido Aharoni recounts the diplomatic lessons learned from Israel’s late ninth president.   Shimon Peres, of blessed memory, was perhaps the most intellectually curious… Read More ›

Peres to lie in state outside Knesset

Peres to lie in state outside Knesset

Peres’s body will lie in state from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and tens of thousands of Israelis, in addition to politicians and foreign dignitaries… Read More ›

In Jerusalem, hours after Trump-Clinton face-off, we Americans hear our votes might really matter

In Jerusalem, hours after Trump-Clinton face-off, we Americans hear our votes might really matter

With their own version of the presidential debate, Marc Zell and Sheldon Schorer, reach out to the Israel-based 2 percent of the US electorate  … Read More ›

Shimon Peres urged Israel to dream and innovate

Shimon Peres urged Israel to dream and innovate

The former president and prime minister, who died Wednesday at the age of 93, embodied Israeli entrepreneurship   Former president Shimon Peres, who died Wednesday… Read More ›

Police forces withdrawing in Jerusalem

Police forces withdrawing in Jerusalem

Israel Police are beginning to withdraw from Jerusalem following a terror alert; the Force was sent to the main roads to set up roadblocks; no… Read More ›

A Jewish island – life in the first Jewish ghetto in Venice

A Jewish island – life in the first Jewish ghetto in Venice

The first Jewish ghetto was established in Venice 500 years ago this year, and for the first time, Jewish artifacts from the ghetto are on… Read More ›

As Peres’s condition deteriorates, his family comes to visit one last time

As Peres’s condition deteriorates, his family comes to visit one last time

Former President Shimon Peres is currently surrounded by his loved ones and close friends; after a degradation in his medical condition, it was decided that… Read More ›

Supreme Court to rule on Talansky retrial today

Supreme Court to rule on Talansky retrial today

Decision to determine whether 8 months will be added to former prime minister Olmert’s jail time.   The Supreme Court has announced that it will… Read More ›

Peres ‘changed course of human history,’ Obama says

Peres ‘changed course of human history,’ Obama says

A “soldier for the Jewish people,” Obama offered final thanks for the gift of his friendship and the “example of his leadership.”   US President… Read More ›

Shimon Peres, former president and veteran Israeli statesman, dies at 93

Shimon Peres, former president and veteran Israeli statesman, dies at 93

Senior statesman dies after suffering a stroke two weeks ago.   Shimon Peres, former president, former prime minister, former defense minister, former foreign minister, former… Read More ›

Comment: For Israel At Hofstra It Was Passover

Comment: For Israel At Hofstra It Was Passover

Trump vowed to immediately recognize undivided Jerusalem as Israel’s “undivided” capital if he’s elected. There was only passive reference to Israel in the 90-minute presidential… Read More ›

Two women attempt to approach PM in New York

Two women attempt to approach PM in New York

A report in Britain’s ‘Daily Mail’ claims Prime Minister Netanyahu’s security entourage was forced to push aside two women who approached him while shouting ‘free… Read More ›

Israeli teen travels Europe in search of Guinness world record

Israeli teen travels Europe in search of Guinness world record

Moran Hadid wants to break a record by traveling to more European destinations than anyone else under the age of 18. Israeli teenager Moran Hadid… Read More ›

AG: ‘If there’s reasonable suspicion, I’ll launch criminal investigation against PM’

AG: ‘If there’s reasonable suspicion, I’ll launch criminal investigation against PM’

In first interview since taking office, Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit insists his ties with Netanyahu are not as close as some might believe and that… Read More ›

Saudi paper calls for Abbas to accept invitation to address Knesset

Saudi paper calls for Abbas to accept invitation to address Knesset

The editorial came amid signs that the Saudi media is softening its reporting on Israel, a development that has been linked to under the table… Read More ›

Ignoring Israel: Why Clinton and Trump sparred on foreign policy, but didn’t mention Mideast ally

Ignoring Israel: Why Clinton and Trump sparred on foreign policy, but didn’t mention Mideast ally

It was surprising to see the way in which the Iran Deal has now become a very American issue, removed from its Middle Eastern context.… Read More ›

Palestinian official condemns Trump pledge to recognize Jerusalem

Palestinian official condemns Trump pledge to recognize Jerusalem

Saeb Erekat says GOP candidate’s comments show ‘disregard for international law, longstanding US foreign policy’ A senior Palestinian official on Monday said a pledge by… Read More ›

Israel – Over Half Of Religious-Zionist Women Want Female Halachic Adviser

Israel – Over Half Of Religious-Zionist Women Want Female Halachic Adviser

Israel – More than half of religious-Zionist women would like a female spiritual leader in their community with whom they could consult on matters of… Read More ›

Clinton to Netanyahu: I’ll oppose any outside solution to conflict

Clinton to Netanyahu: I’ll oppose any outside solution to conflict

At NY meeting with Israel’s PM, Democratic nominee vows to fight one-sided UN motions and BDS, seek further strengthening of defense ties Democratic presidential nominee… Read More ›

Trump to Netanyahu: If I’m president, I’ll recognize undivided Jerusalem

Trump to Netanyahu: If I’m president, I’ll recognize undivided Jerusalem

Prime minister meets Republican candidate at his Manhattan office, will sit down with Hillary Clinton later Sunday Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump told Prime Minister… Read More ›