Zionism

Editor's Notes: Germany’s ‘good Jews’ thought they were safe, New York should pay attention

Nobody has to work anything out anymore. The question is whether a single one of Mamdani's Jewish voters will say they were wrong.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at an unknown location, in this still image taken from handout video released July 21, 2026.
 Jane Kiel.

Jerusalem Jane: Finding light and healing throughout years of war in Israel - opinion

A memorial ceremony at the Nova festival marking two years since the October 7 massacre when Hamas terrorists infiltrated southern Israel, murdering more than 1200 people. October 07, 2025.

How the international response to October 7 makes the case for Zionism - opinion

Prof. Uriel Reichman, founding president and chairman of the Board of Reichman University

Israel must choose the Declaration of Independence


Law of return reform reignites debate over Jewish identity in Israel - opinion

A controversial bill challenges the inclusivity of Israel’s Law of Return and sparks Diaspora tensions.

Religious Zionist Party leader Bezalel Smotrich discusses the Law of Return

NGO Monitor founder Gerald Steinberg to step down after 25 years, Olga Deutsch to succeed him

Steinberg will transition to the role of president emeritus, while long-time Vice President Olga Deutsch will become CEO and president in the group's first-ever leadership transition.

Outgoing President of NGO Monitor, Prof. Gerald M. Steinberg.

Once, Jews defended themselves to survive. Now this reflects defeat - opinion

Israelis and Jews still react to attacks as though they were medieval defendants standing before hostile judges. No need.

A medieval court of law.

German media chief declares 'I am a Zionist' at World Jewish Congress in Geneva

Döpfner delivered a sweeping defense of Zionism, saying support for Israel should be embraced by Jews and non-Jews alike.

WJC President Ronald S. Lauder speaking at the Wirkd Jewish Congress in Geneva.

What is Zionism, and who is a Zionist? - opinion

Coining Left-leaning Israelis as racists or enemies of the Zionist state when they express concern over Israel’s democratic future sets a dangerous tone

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich delivers a speech earlier this year.

Mamdani’s anti-Zionist policies are targeting New York's Jewish businesses - opinion

Jewish organizations accuse Mayor Zohran Mamdani of undermining protections against antisemitism in New York City.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani pictured during his first day in office, January 1, 2026.

How Israel's creation mirrors Greek independence - and why it's overlooked - opinion

Both nations were born from diaspora nationalism and war that displaced populations, yet only Israel is endlessly questioned.

 CELEBRATIONS TAKE place in the streets of Tel Aviv moments after the UN voted to pave the way for the creation of Israel, on November 29, 1947

Israel’s resilience is the country’s strongest message to the world - opinion

From security to innovation, Israel’s resilience has become a model for confronting modern global threats.


Before Israel became a headline, it was an epic - opinion

Israel’s survival requires more than arguments; it needs living stories, memories, heroes, beauty, tragedy, and courage.

Paul Newman in 'Exodus.'

Christian persecution in the Middle East, the fight over genocide claims - opinion

Persecution, population decline, and politics collide in the fight over how Middle East Christians are described.

 People carry crosses next to a flag adopted by the new Syrian rulers, during a protest against the burning of the Christmas tree in Hama, in Damascus, Syria December 24, 2024.