Israel’s National Security Council is sending a delegation of experts to Thailand following a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that rocked the country and neighboring Myanmar. The commander of Israel’s National Rescue Unit and 21 additional officials were set to fly … Continue reading →

Sweden-based Yemeni social media influencer Louie Ahmed relates his experience of Yemeni education about Jews. His turning point was his first encounter with an Israeli and the impact it had on him. His first visit to Israel was also an … Continue reading →

Just two weeks before he passed away, ex-World Boxing champion George Foreman III wrote an article for the Washington Examiner entitled, “The black community must support Israel against Hamas”. Rest in peace, George. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/op-eds/3343346/black-community-must-support-israel-against-hamas/

Israel’s President Isaac Herzog inaugurated a global initiative titled “Voice of the People” (see here previously) at a five-day summit in Haifa, seeking “to unite and empower Jewish communities worldwide.” 150 delegates attended, including 50 from Israel and 50 from … Continue reading →

The South Caucasus nation of Azerbaijan has positioned itself as one of Israel’s most significant partners. The Shi’ite Muslim-majority country has maintained warm and steadily growing relations with Israel, fostering cooperation in energy, trade, and security. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-846963

Stuart Palmer’s blog included a little-known fact. For over a decade, at 6am each day, 1,500 Jordanians cross the border from Aqaba to Eilat to work in the hotels, returning in the evening. It is a very successful arrangement and … Continue reading →

Haredi women are challenging exclusion from ultra-orthodox political parties. In 2015, their movement was officially registered as an organization under the name “No Voice, No Vote” (in Hebrew: “Lo Nivcharot Lo Bocharot,” and has now been renamed “Nivcharot” (“Chosen”). https://www.ynetnews.com/article/s1ppj0631e

Interesting article about Maj. (res.) Yossi Levi (see here previously) who believes he is the first Haredi battalion commander in the Israel Defense Forces, integrating ultra-Orthodox soldiers into the country’s military. See the link above which indicates he is not … Continue reading →

Thousands of Israelis participated in some 8,000 volunteer activities on the 18th annual Good Deeds Day – an international initiative started by Israel, promoting giving and community. They renovated damaged buildings, packaged food, worked with children and the sick, cleaned … Continue reading →