Jewish leadership

Some 150 Jewish leaders denounce, apologize for IDF soldier's defacement of Lebanese Jesus statue

Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform rabbis and other Jewish leaders signed the letter organized by Israel365 Action, an NGO that builds bridges between evangelical Christians and Jewish communities.

Christians pray on Good Friday in Cathedral St. Thomas church, amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, as the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran continues, in Tyre, Lebanon, April 3, 2026.
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett attends a Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations in Jerusalem, on February 17, 2026.

Israeli ex-PM Naftali Bennett indicates he will not form gov't with Netanyahu after elections

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar speaks during a ceremony at the Foreign Ministry in Jerusalem, September 15, 2025

Sa'ar announces forum with worldwide Jewish leaders to address growing antisemitism

Natan Sharansky attends a meeting of the Knesset plenum in 2000. Imagine if Sharansky was not just a name in textbooks but again a living presence in our parliament, says the writer.

Israel needs moral giants, not more politicians - opinion


The distinguished Azerbaijani Rabbi joins the global Jewish council


Jerusalem Post Miami Summit Gala unites global Jewish leaders with a message of resilience

The opening gala set the tone for a transformative summit, celebrating strength, unity, and shared purpose.

President of the Shul of Bal Harbour, David Wolf: "May this conference inspire us to take meaningful steps toward a brighter future."

Unity in crisis: Why Jews must stand together in the face of global threats - opinion

In these perilous times, the Jewish community must transcend divisions and embrace unity for the sake of Israel’s survival and the future of the Jewish people.

 TOURO STUDENTS unite with hundreds of thousands of Jews from around the world at the rally to support Israel, in Washington, DC last fall.

Jewish leaders from 17 countries convene, discussing Latin American Judaism post October 7

Latin American Jewish leadership network convenes in Cancún, addressing future challenges.

 142 leaders from 17 countries came together in Cancún.

Reflecting on October 7 through Chen G. Schimmel's exhibition on Israel's tragedy - opinion

Chen G. Schimmel's London exhibition on Israel's October 7 tragedy united British Jews, fostering awareness and solidarity against rising antisemitism.

 YOUNG BRITISH Jews contemplate the work of Chen G. Schimmel at an event held for UJIA. Uploaded on 29/5/2024

South Africa’s president rehashed genocide charge against Israel in meeting with Jewish leaders

South African Jewish leaders met with President Ramaphosa to discuss rising antisemitism but were surprised when he accused Israel of genocide, later using the meeting to charge Israel.

 Judges at the ICJ hear a request for emergency measures by South Africa, who asked the court to order Israel to stop its military actions in Gaza, in The Hague, Netherlands, january 11, 2024.

Canadian Jewish organizations launch initiative to combat antisemitism

The Winnipeg Jewish Federation and the Center for Israel and Jewish Affairs are forming a joint initiative to combat antisemitism.

 Demonstrators holding Israeli flags converge on Parliament Hill for a rally in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada December 4, 2023.

Communal leadership during war and peace - opinion

The challenge to communal leaders is to maintain the norm while accepting the divergent. 

 'For those exposed to traumatic experiences, what once felt like a home, can quickly underscore a sense of isolation and alienation,' says the writer.

Unfortunately, Israel’s strength lies in its people, not its leaders - comment

We have yet to hear anyone take responsibility for the lack of communication or the slowness of the reaction of the security forces.

  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with senior military officers in an Israeli Air Force war room, October 8, 2023.

There's no Jewish leader that spoke for us with as much integrity as Elie Wiesel - opinion

As a teacher, he was uniquely compelling and continues to inspire through The Elie Wiesel Center for Jewish Studies.

 THE WRITER visits Elie Wiesel in his office.