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Jews from across North America share stories of renewal, resilience at Dallas confab

Eshkol Mayor Michal Uziyahu at the event: 'Our story did not start on October 7 and for sure it did not end that day either'

Ariella Lahyani, ILTV | 11.21.24

Sunshine Levi: “We Are Not Alone in This World”

Pregnant Oct. 7 survivor: 'This child is our victory. Together, we will rebuild everything'

Sunshine Levi is part of a delegation of emergency response team members and their families visiting American Jewish communities; She and her children survived in their shelter while her husband fought off Hamas terrorists during the massacre

Gilad Cohen, Miami | 11.17.24

Jewish cemetery in Ukraine badly damaged by Russian attack

As part of a Russian onslaught on Zaporizhzhia, a powerful missile struck the old Jewish cemetery, causing extensive damage; It's one of the oldest Jewish community in Ukraine and home to Europe's largest nuclear facility

Itamar Eichner | 09.26.24

Still friendly to Jews: A visit to Zagreb

Zagreb's Jewish community, rooted since Roman times, thrives today with revitalized cultural, educational, and religious initiatives, fostering inclusivity, mutual respect, and a strong connection to Israel amid historical challenges and modern societal integration in Croatia

Ayelet Mamo Shay | 08.17.24

A Jewish gem in 'Venice of the French Alps'

The picturesque town of Annecy in southeastern France is home to a small but dedicated Jewish community; although there are no kosher restaurants around, the community sources their kosher needs from nearby towns and prefers to dine at home; 'It's healthier!'

Ayelet Mamo Shay | 07.24.24

Incoming EU president is antisemitic and corrupt, Porto Jews say

The Jewish community publishes a book detailing how António Costa and members of his government targeted Jews, worked to revoke the law offering citizenship to Jews of Spanish descent and escaped prosecution for his corruption

Itamar Eichner | 07.09.24

עימותים בין פרו-פלסטינים לתומכי ישראל ברחובות לוס אנג'לס

Jews in L.A. feel vulnerable in Pro-Palestinian riots after violence

Anti-Israeli protesters gathered at the Pico Robertson neighborhood housing large Jewish community

Ayala Or-El | 06.25.24

Pain of Tree of Life shooting returns to survivors in wake of October 7 attack on Israel

Survivors of Oct. 27, 2018, attack in Pittsburgh, the deadliest antisemitic attack in US history, say it has connected them even more to Israel since Hamas massacre. A special video clip produced by the Ruderman Family Foundation returns to that awful day in Pittsburgh: 'No one is immune against antisemitism'

Ynetnews | 01.26.24

What will happen to the Jews in Iran?

Opinion: Following Hamas' October 7 attack, Jewish communities across the world were reminded of pogroms and persecutions, including those that took place in Iran

Jacob Sivak | 01.11.24

Are the Houthis actually occupying ancient Jewish land?

Yemen rebels claim Israel 'artificial entity occupying land that historically belonged to the Palestinians'; ironically, Yemenis today occupy same land once home to Himyarite, a Jewish kingdom that existed around 1,500 years ago

Nitzi Yakov | 01.02.24

Isaac Arazi, leader of Lebanon’s tiny Jewish community dies at 80

Former president of Lebanon’s Jewish community - numbers less than 30 - led the rehabilitation of Beirut’s abandoned Magen Avraham synagogue

Andrew Silow-Carroll, JTA | 12.27.23

הפגנה פריז פרו פלסטינים קולקטיב בעד שלום בין ישראל לפלסטינים

Is there a future for Jews in France, or in the rest of Europe?

The war in Gaza has captured the world's attention, but in the streets of Europe displays of antisemitism are rising, so the question remains whether Jews can hope for a hassle-free life in Europe; the Netherlands may be paving the way with the rise of the far-right; "Not just about safeguarding Jews, but their own societies as well.

Ze'ev Avrahami, Dortmund | 12.06.23

Rabbi assaulted in northern Italy, attacker uses antisemitic slurs

Rabbi Cipriani, Genoa's chief Rabbi was assaulted by a 58-year-old man using a screwdriver, but luckily was able to call for help before sustaining any major injuries; 'Although I'm deeply shaken, I'm not surprised,' he said

Itamar Eichner | 11.29.23

'If we stop being Jewish, they’ve already won'

Canada's Jewish community, considered to be one of the safest in the world, is now facing unprecedented antisemitic attacks and rising hostilities by pro-Palestinian protestors amid Hamas war

Gilad Jalon, Canada | 11.20.23

Suspect arrested in murder of Detroit synagogue president Samantha Woll

Police say despite 'encouraging development,' details of investigation into fatal stabbing of communal leader will remain confidential at this time

Ynetnews | 11.09.23