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 […]
September 3, 2019

Guide for the Perplexed: How Israeli Elections “work”

President Reuven Rivlin casts his ballot at a voting station in Jerusalem during the Knesset elections of April 9, 2019. Photo by Hadas Parush/Flash90. By Dov Lipman (JNS) — In just over two weeks, Israelis will head to the polls […]
September 2, 2019

Will Netflix Make A Joke Of Eli Cohen, Israel’s Most Legendary Spy?

By Moshe Phillips Netflix’s “The Spy” is a six-episode series about real-life Israeli Mossad hero Eli Cohen. “The Spy” stars Sacha Baron Cohen, most famous for his 2006 adult oriented comedy movie “Borat,” as the legendary Mossad agent. Will Netflix make a joke […]