September 24, 2019

UN releases ‘unprecedented’ report that links antisemitism to BDS movement

(JNS) — Israeli, Jewish and pro-Israel groups all applauded the publication of an ‘unprecedented’ United Nations report on anti-Semitism, that, among other issues, links anti-Semitism to criticism of Israel and the BDS movement. “This report marks one of the first […]
September 23, 2019

Hagee: For Such a Time As This — Enemies of Israel Seal Their Fate

By Pastor John Hagee (JNS) — Given recent events in the Middle East, our leaders would benefit from the wisdom shared in the book of Esther. Despite the name of God never appearing in the book, Esther’s story shows us […]
September 18, 2019

The American Left isn’t really pro-Palestinian — just anti-Israel

(JNS) — As Israel heads into its second set of elections this year, the latest talking point of the American anti-Israel left is Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanayahu’s pledge last week to formalize Israel’s sovereignty over the Jordan Valley. Media […]
September 16, 2019

Chattanooga an example of increasing partnerships between CUFI and Jewish Federations

By Richard Friedman The relationship between Christians United for Israel, America’s largest pro-Israel advocacy group, and local Jewish Federations continues to evolve. Federations are fundraising and community relations agencies that often serve as the “central address” of local Jewish communities. […]
September 13, 2019

Resurgent anti-Semitism: Unlike the 1930s, Now Jews Have Christian Allies

Amid growing anti-Semitism, many Facebook users have adopted this graphic By Richard Friedman It’s widely acknowledged that anti-Semitism — hostility and hatred toward Jews — is again permeating some elements of society. Jews in Europe especially have been anxious for […]
September 12, 2019

Why is the BDS movement dangerous? Look at the long-term damage

By Tesfazion Gerhelase (JNS) — Not many Israelis are aware of how successful the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement has become, particularly among liberals. A survey released in February suggested that one in five Americans approved of BDS as […]
September 12, 2019

Palestinians tired of being only refugees in world forbidden to resettle in a third country

UNRWA staff members protest against UNRWA cuts outside the UNRWA offices in Gaza City on April 14, 2019. Photo by Hassan Jedi/Flash90 By Evelyn Gordon (JNS) — Hundreds of Palestinian refugees demonstrated outside the Canadian Embassy in Beirut on Sept. […]
September 9, 2019

When Christians are Criticized for Being “Too Close” to the Jews

By Richard Friedman A friend and I had coffee not too long ago. She’s a Christian, I’m a Jew. Most would describe her as an Evangelical Christian. I use a different description. I see her as a Christian Biblically-inspired to […]
September 8, 2019

Retired U.S. Marine General Krulak Battles for Israel

By Richard Friedman Retired four-star Marine General Charles Krulak, a former Commandant of the Marine Corps and member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, jokes that he keeps failing at retirement. Those who care deeply about Israel and the U.S.-Israel […]
September 6, 2019

Kentucky applauded for becoming 26th anti-BDS state

Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin. Credit: Gage Skidmore/Flickr From Staff and Wire Reports Christians United for Israel, America’s largest pro-Israel advocacy group, has joined Jewish organizations in commending the state of Kentucky for becoming one of the growing number of states […]
September 6, 2019

The context HBO’s “Our Boys” doesn’t want us to know

A member of the Israeli police and a Shin Bet Israeli security officer stand next to each other in a scene in HBO’s “Our Boys.” Credit: HBO. By Jonathan Tobin (JNS) The brutal murder of Muhammad Abu Khdeir by three […]