Diaspora Jews

WZC factions pushing to exclude WZO chairman Hagoel from coalition deal

The delegates were also in dispute, with some submitted by virtue of their office. There was further disagreement about who would represent the Zionist Organization of America at the conference.

 YAAKOV HAGOEL, chairman, World Zionist Organization; acting chairman, The Jewish Agency Executive.
AMONG THOSE demanding that Israel be penalized for defending itself is Hannah Einbinder, who could not resist yelling out ‘Free Palestine’ recently upon accepting her Emmy, the writer notes.

The few prominent Jews worldwide demanding sanctions on Israel betray us - opinion

Israeli pop-star Omer Adam sold-out MSG, creating an intensely Jewish space of connection and joy where he paid tribute to the IDF, the freed hostages, and even US President Donald Trump.

From Yitzhak Rabin to Omer Adam, what events attract thousands of Jews to MSG? - opinion

‘TOO OFTEN, Diaspora Jews encounter a reflex of judgment and exclusion when expressing opinions about Israel that deviate from the established norm"'.

Many Jews will be proud to have been by Israel's side after Oct. 7, some will be ashamed - opinion


The disturbing truth behind the UK’s ban on Israeli football fans - opinion

The ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters, the arrest over a Magen David, the calls to criminalize Jewish soldiers – these are not isolated incidents. They are warnings.

UK GREEN PARTY leader Zack Polanski – a Jew – has called for anyone who has served in Gaza to be arrested on charges of war crimes when they enter Britain, the writer notes.

The World Zionist Congress must reflect reality across the Jewish Diaspora - opinion

As the 39th World Zionist Congress approaches, American Zionists call for greater Diaspora representation to strengthen global leadership.

The Zionist Congress meeting in April 2023 in Jerusalem.

'Is Trump planning on building Jerusalem's Third Temple?' Haredi correspondent asks press sec.

Mishpacha's Jake Turx asked Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt about the possibility of Trump rebuilding the Holy Temple in Jerusalem during a discussion on the new White House ballroom.

  A MODEL OF the Second Temple of Jerusalem.

Prominent Jewish figures call for sanctions on Israel: ‘The ceasefire must be the beginning'

A letter, which was addressed to António Guterres, the secretary-general of the United Nations, and world leaders, also demands that Israel be held to account for “violations of international law."

Ilana Glazer (Left) and  Hannah Einbinder (Right) both signed onto the "Jews Demand Action" letter calling for sanctions against Israel.

Hundreds of US rabbis call on Americans to back pro-Israel candidates

More than 900 American rabbis signed a letter urging voters to support candidates who reject antisemitism and anti-Zionism and affirm Israel’s right to exist in peace and security.

 Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks during a Democratic mayoral primary debate, Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in New York.

The Diaspora is linked to Israel’s destiny - opinion

This Diaspora Jewish connection to Israel is deeper than we are led to believe. 

AVINATAN OR arrives at Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Campus after his release from captivity in Gaza last week. The October 7 massacre created a sense of collective belonging for many, the writer asserts.

Directing ourselves inward: Striving for a heightened sense of Judaism - opinion

Post-October 7, we no longer need to virtue signal our support for folks who don’t share our core values – and are often literally calling for our extermination. 

A RALLY in support of Israel takes place near the UN as the General Assembly opens, in New York City last month. ‘Like so many Jews today, our collective sense of peril has left me feeling more Jewish than ever,’ says the writer.

When does 'the war' really end for the Jewish people? - opinion

Many will say, “Now the war is over, and we can ‘return to normal.’” But what is normal?

The conclusion of Simchat Torah is marked at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv on Tuesday night after the release of the remaining living hostages on Monday. The challenge is to hold both truths: the joy of redemption and the weight of its aftermath, says the writer.

South African Jewish community pays tribute to fallen October 7 hero Daniel Peretz

South African Zionist Federation (SAZF) national spokesperson Rolene Marks praised Peretz's heroism, commanding a tank division to protect Kibbutz Nahal Oz.

Pallbearers carry the coffin with the body of Israeli soldier Daniel Shimon Perez, who was killed during the deadly October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas.

Algerian authorities demolish one of last remaining historic synagogues in country's capital

Local sources said that the demolition had been planned for several years but was delayed due to interventions from an unspecified foreign embassy.

The Chaloum Lebar synagogue in “Bab El Oued” in Algiers, Algeria.

Bulgaria denounces antisemitic vandalism at a synagogue, Holocaust memorials

A synagogue and Holocaust memorials in Bulgaria were vandalized in a new wave of antisemitic attacks condemned by Jewish groups.

A Bulgarian woman walks past windows, featuring the Star of David, in a Synagouge in Sofia on the first day of Hanukkah December 19, 2003