Israel and the Jewish people remain under siege, but stronger, prouder and more determined to endure.

In large parts of the Western world, Israel is no longer seen merely as a state in defensive mode. Instead, intentions are being attributed to the country that go beyond purely security-related interests.

While most people analyze current events in the Middle East mainly through the lens of geopolitics, military strategy and international interests, religious Jews often see an additional layer.

Governing body tells JNS it would welcome a symbolic match with a Palestinian team as FIFA weighs staging it at a U.S. youth tournament in September.

Far from being a one-way transfer, U.S. military assistance to Israel delivers substantial strategic, economic and security returns to the United States.

Between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, nestled in the gentle hills of the Shephelah region, lies a place that has consciously withdrawn from the noise of history for more than a century – and yet has experienced it time and again: the Trappist monastery of Latrun. This year, the community commemorates the beginning of the construction of its present monastery around one hundred years ago.

The United States and Israel commenced formal negotiations to replace the expiring defense memorandum with a new framework.

Between Rockets, Desert and a Terminal Without Wi-Fi.

“Don’t let the background noise confuse you. The U.S.-Israel alliance is strategic, long term, and stronger than ever,” said Ambassador Yechiel Leiter.