Yaakov Hagoel
World Mizrachi announces Zionist Congress coalition deal - Yesh Atid warns against joining
'World Mizrachi is deeply proud and grateful to be a significant part of the WZO’s leadership in this period where partnership, mutual trust and respect.'
Perez for WZO pres? WZC vote extended, but agreement renegotiated
WZC votes on deal without Yair Netanyahu, but right slates call for delay
Controversial Yair Netanyahu appt to WZO gives Hagoel opportunity to keep role at WZO
World Zionist Congress opens with tribute to October 7 victims, calls for unity
In the shadow of the October 7 attack, the 39th World Zionist Congress delegates to discuss Zionism’s future, address political tensions, and reaffirm the movement’s commitment to Israel’s survival.
Rabbi Doron Perez favored for Keren Hayesod head amid WZC coalition talks
World Mizrachi movement executive chairman Rabbi Doron Perez is favored for the head of Keren Hayesod amid World Zionist Congress coalition negotiation, complicated by World Likud internal dispute.
Likud factions clash over leadership, disrupting coalition talks for WZC positions
An internal rift between World Likud factions is delaying elections and disrupting coalition talks for key positions at the World Zionist Congress, with both sides accusing each other of obstruction.
WZO’s future in 2025: Relevance, resilience, and the Jewish people’s mission - interview
ZIONIST AFFAIRS: Verstandig sat down with Yaakov Hagoel, chairman of the WZO, to explore its vision, mission, and desired impact on the future of the Jewish people.
Israeli government recognizes Diaspora victims in historic resolution
The historic resolution, adopted on May 27, 2024, follows a call made in 2022 by Yaakov Hagoel, chairman of the World Zionist Organization.
World Zionist Organization hosts Jewish People Challenges Conference in Jerusalem
Grapevine: What's next?
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
WZO asks owners of empty apartments to offer them to displaced Israelis
"My Home is Your Home" is a new initiative promoted by the World Zionist Organization Chairman Yaakov Hagoel.
WZO leaders clash over Netanyahu-Musk meeting
Discussions in the WZO about Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's meeting with Elon Musk started Monday and continued Tuesday.
WZO chairman slams his deputy, supports Netanyahu-Musk meeting
The debate surrounding the Netanyahu-Musk conversation underscores the complex nature of addressing antisemitism in the digital age.
50 Influential Jews: Pillars of Zion - No. 26
The heads of Israel's national institutions Keren Kayemet LeIsrael, World Zionist Organization, and Keren Hayesod wield profound influence, backed by tens of billions of shekels.
