World Zionist Organization

Israel is becoming less Jewish, not just less democratic, WZO's Yizhar Hess argues

Dr. Yizhar Hess, Vice chairman of the World Zionist Organization and a 10th-generation Jerusalemite, argues Israel has created an "unholy connection between state and religion".

People celebrate Israel’s 78th Independence Day at Sacher Park in Jerusalem, April 22, 2026.
CHAIRMAN YAAKOV HAGOEL on the World Zionist Organization balcony in Jerusalem, in homage to Theodor Herzl’s iconic pose at the Hotel Les Trois Rois in Basel, Switzerland, in the early 1900s.

Closing the circle: Inside the campaign to bring Theodor Herzl’s grandparents to Mount Herzl

Right-wing pundit Tucker Carlson (l) hosts Israeli leftist, former interim president and former speaker of the Knesset, Avraham Burg, on his program, March 23, 2026.

Avraham Burg, longtime fixture of Israeli left, meets Tucker Carlson on his own turf

SILVIO JOSKOWICZ

Judaism as culture: A path to restore Jewish, Zionist pride - opinion


We will bow our heads, but stand tall - Opinion

It's time for us to accept the covenant of destiny and build our second independence.

 Nerya Meir

Progressive Judaism leaders meet with Pope Francis, ask for prayer for release of hostages

Pope Francis, in his address to the delegation, stressed the importance of engaging with groups of various faiths to promote brotherhood and unity.

 Progressive Judaism leaders meet with Pope Francis on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, and ask for prayer for release of hostages.

Israelis commemorate Bible's Jordan River crossing 3,300 years ago

The event drew participation from hundreds of individuals across the country who engaged in various activities, including a musical prayer service, and guided tours in the Jericho area.

 Jews from all over the country gathered to commemorate the bibilical entrance into the land of Israel, April 9, 2024.

Zionist Students’ unity: A lesson for us all - opinion

October 7th forever changed the lives of Israelis, but the impact of that tragic day went far beyond the Jewish state.

 2024 World Zionist Organization Jewish People Challenges Conference

What do the ultra-Orthodox parties do when they encounter a brick wall? - Opinion

 Dr. Yizhar Hess

World Zionist Organization hosts Jewish People Challenges Conference in Jerusalem

 President Isaac Herzog and Yaakov Hagoel, Chairman of the World Zionist Organization with WZO staff at the Jewish People Challenges Conference.

World Zionist Organization bars candidates opposing a Jewish, democratic Israel

Supporters of the proposal said that the constitutional changes would prevent non-Zionist factions from influencing or controlling WZO budgets and institutions.

 WZO Vice Chairman Dr. Yizhar Hess

Hamas is keeping hostages in Rafah, IDF spokesperson stresses

When asked on the whereabouts of Hamas leader in Gaza Yahya Sinwar, Hagari simply responded: "We will get to him, dead or alive."

 IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari seen in the Northern Command, November 28, 2023

The Children of Sally Bein

Education for children with disabilities then and now on the occasion of International Holocaust Remembrance Day.


WZO announces emergency conference for Jewish leadership in wake of October 7th massacre

"We must address the security situation for Jews in the diaspora," WZO Chairman Yaakov Hagoel said.

The World Zionist Organization building in Tel Aviv, overlooking Leonardo da Vinci Street, displayes the Declaration of Independence September 12, 2023