Israel history
Flydubai terror attempt brings to mind the hijackings of 1970s in Israeli consciousness - comment
Israel is a small country, and in moments like these it feels smaller still. People who have never met became “our passengers.” Their survival was a national relief.
From Weizmann computers to start-up nation: How Israel grew to become a high-tech powerhouse
The Altalena’s enduring lesson: Israel must choose unity over division - opinion
Will we forever live by the sword? - opinion
Is France contributing to ongoing problems in the Middle East? - opinion
In the 1920s, France disrupted peace and stability in the Middle East through its assault on Syria.
'Not the gov't nor Knesset, but people determine': Newly revealed Ben-Gurion speech calls for unity
"This is the mission of our movement: to unite the people around the great things that determine our fate and future," Ben-Gurion emphasized in his speech.
The best ambassador for my uncle’s vision - opinion
The unsung Sephardi pioneers who built Jerusalem and beyond - opinion
Learn about the forgotten Sephardi pioneers who played a crucial role in building modern Israel, long before the First Aliyah.
How historical choices affect Israel's current multi-front war - opinion
An analysis of how historical decisions, like the Gaza disengagement, influence Israel’s current multi-front conflict and what lessons the US can learn.
This week in Jewish history: Ha’Ari, Ramban, and the Messiah
Tisha B’Av, the traditional day of national mourning for the Jewish people, on which the destruction of the two Holy Temples.
Jerusalem calling: The birth of Mandate-era broadcasting in British Palestine
In 1950, two years after the establishment of the State of Israel, Jerusalem Calling (by now Kol Yerushalayim) merged with Kol Yisrael, which became the country’s official radio station.
Rabbi Benjamin Segal on the 'Book of Lamentations'
There are always those who believe that they can explain tragedy and encompass it in some positive overview.
Art for life: unveiling the work of a little-known Israeli art world giant
For now, we can all enjoy at least some slivers of Litvinovsky’s unique take on life in his artistic representation thereof.
This week in Jewish history: Roman emperor Titus attacks Temple court
Av 2, 3830 (70 CE): Roman emperor Titus began battering operations against the wall of the Temple court
