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Israeli minister makes secret Moscow visit to advance Soviet Jewry heritage center

Visit aimed to advance a Rishon LeZion center costing over $34 million, inspired partly by Moscow’s Jewish Museum and Tolerance Center

Itamar Eichner | 06.10.26

ראש העיר הנבחר של ניו יורק זוהראן ממדאני

Mamdani responds to Nakba Day video criticism: 'A privilege to share story of a Nakba survivor'

NYC mayor uses public funds for widely viewed video omitting the UN partition plan; he says illness kept him from taking part as Jewish leaders boycott his Jewish American Heritage Month event

Daniel Edelson, New York | 05.18.26

Morocco honors Israeli researcher for advancing intercultural dialogue

Amid Arab-Israeli tensions, Morocco’s Culture Ministry-backed Forum Salam is honoring Israeli researcher Einat Levi, a 15-year resident of Morocco; 'It touches me deeply; this sends a clear message about Morocco's stance toward Israel'

Smadar Perry | 12.29.25

Israel to search for Altalena wreck in bid for unity

The Altalena vessel, organized by Etzel members in the United States and France, was set to deliver 150 million francs worth of ammunition and weapons to the IDF

Devo Klein, ILTV | 08.29.25

Israeli children learn about Israel's history and heritage

Here's how heritage sites play a role in October 7 recovery

Shahar Hermelin, spokesperson for SPIHS, joined ILTV in the studio on Wednesday to discuss the organization's work to ensure that Israel’s rich history remains accessible

Sivan Raviv, ILTV | 02.06.25

Romania's Suceava County inaugurates new Holocaust memorial museum

Museum honors the memory of Holocaust victims as it aims to educate future generations about Romania's rich Jewish history and the atrocities of the past

Attila Somfalvi, Romania | 05.28.24

'We need Jewish Values Enabling Living as a Democracy'

A series of prominent speakers addressed a conference held by BINA, addressing the role of Israeli Judaism in Israel in the aftermath of October 7. Kibbutz Movement Secretary General Lior Simcha: 'After that horrific Shabbat, we face the great challenge of the journey to renewal'

Yuval Hananovitch | 04.04.24

Esther: From beauty queen to leader

The orphan with no mother or father who becomes the most important Jewish queen, and saves her people from horrific massacre. Jerusalem is celebrating Purim today: Dr. Aliza Lavie - former Member of Knesset, scholar, entrepreneur, and activist - reveals an episode from her new book, Iconic Jewish Women

Dr. Aliza Lavie | 03.25.24

Palestinians demolish Jewish archaeological site in West Bank

Aerial footage shows how Palestinians turn remains of Second Temple Jewish settlement into a parking lot; Israeli authorities arrest perpetrators

Elisha Ben Kimon | 03.20.24

Alanis Morissette: Grandmother kept Judaism secret to shield family from antisemitism

'Jagged Little Pill' singer features in documentary uncovering her grandfather's quest for his lost brothers and her mother's strength in raising her in Canada

Daniel Edelson, New York | 01.03.24

Poland's Jewish population growing for the first time since Holocaust

Since 2011, the number of Jews in Poland has doubled, mainly because more Poles are willing to identify as Jews after years of hiding their Jewish heritage but a far-right antisemitic party's expected win in the upcoming election, raises concerns

Itamar Eichner | 10.02.23

The musician that transforms shofar into musical instrument, aims for world record

Amit Sofer, a talented trumpet player, has transformed the traditional Shofar into a versatile musical instrument; His performances in concert halls and diverse settings, including with orchestras, showcase the Shofar's unique fusion of traditional and contemporary music, captivating audiences worldwide

Rinat Perera Danieli | 08.18.23

Remains of medieval synagogue discovered in Poland

University of Wrocław asserts that there is a strong likelihood that the remains of a 14th-century synagogue were integrated into the walls of the subsequent city palace

Itamar Eichner | 08.14.23

Preservation of Moroccan Jewish heritage endures through unique project

Adil Faouzi was moved by the stories of his father about the rich Moroccan heritage, particularly its Jewish and Amazigh aspects, and decided to showcase it through thousands of archive files on his Instagram page, sending a message of 'unity, coexistence and gratitude for the diverse heritage'

Dennis Bihler | 08.06.23

How the Jews almost built a Third Temple

Roman Emperor Julian, who rejected Christianity and possibly sought to oppose it, proposed the Jews rebuild the Temple, however, the construction was halted, and the dream was buried after an earthquake; Dr. Yonatan Moss explains why the Jewish canon almost completely disregards this chapter in history

Itzchak Tessler | 07.27.23