Israeli government increases politicians’ role in selecting judges
by Ben Sales (JTA) — With war raging in Gaza and protests rocking the streets of Jerusalem, the Israeli government has passed a key piece…
Politics
Letter to the Editor: What dictates the voting patterns of Canadian Jews
(Feb. 13, 2025) – In response to the article, ‘Justin Trudeau to step down as PM,’ which appeared in Alberta Jewish News Vol 36, No….
Elon Musk makes Holocaust jokes after Netanyahu defends him as ‘great friend of Israel’
by Andrew Lapin (JTA) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has come to the defense of Elon Musk, days after the billionaire and prominent Trump…
Will a hostage deal happen this week?
by Ben Sales (JTA) — If the past year has taught us anything, it’s that banking on a hostage deal is a bad idea. But…
What the fall of Bashar Assad in Syria means for Israel
by Ben Sales (JTA) — Syrian dictator Bashar Assad has fled the country and his government has fallen to rebels, a swift and stunning collapse…