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Meet ‘the Tactical Rabbi’ teaching American Jews how to shoot

As antisemitism surges following Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack, an Orthodox rabbi from New Jersey is replacing traditional Torah lessons with firearms training, self-defense tactics and active shooter preparedness for Jewish communities

Itamar Eichner | 05.13.26

Religious Zionist rabbis warn female tank fighters could push recruits out of armor

Rabbis oppose army's plan to integrate women into armored corps, citing issues with mixed combat; IDF chief reaffirms no exclusion of women after Supreme Court ruling

Shilo Freid | 04.28.26

From Roosevelt to Bush: exhibit uncovers chief rabbis' little-known White House diplomacy

A new exhibition at the President's Residence in Jerusalem reveals rare letters and photos documenting how Israel's chief rabbis used White House meetings to press Jewish and Israeli causes, from Rabbi Kook's 1924 visit to Rabbi Shapira's 1992 meeting with Bush

Shilo Freid | 04.27.26

Shas-backed Rabbi Zevadia Cohen elected chief rabbi of Tel Aviv

After eight years without a chief rabbi, Shas-backed Rabbi Zevadia Cohen was elected with 37 of 61 votes, defeating former MK Rabbi Haim Amsalem; Mayor Ron Huldai said, 'Tel Aviv will remain Tel Aviv — we will preserve it'

Shilo Freid | 04.26.26

‘Kabbalah is one of the greatest disasters to befall Judaism and Israel’

Dr. Israel Netanel Rubin, a scholar of Jewish thought, calls Kabbalah texts ‘delusions’ and ‘nonsense,’ labels top ultra-Orthodox rabbis ‘fools’ and describes the Zohar as an ‘erotic novel’

Shmuel Munitz | 04.25.26

Home of Chabad emissary in Dnipro damaged in Russian attack, which wounded his son

A suicide drone struck near Rabbi Zelig Brez's home, causing heavy damage; his son was injured by shrapnel; Despite the ongoing bombings in the city, he continues to lead the Jewish community and assist refugees under fire

Itamar Eichner | 04.23.26

Dozens of Orthodox rabbis issue ban on gay conversion therapy

Statement says no rabbi, educator or therapist should recommend conversion therapy, calling it harmful, ineffective and based on the false premise that same-sex attraction is a psychological disorder

Shmuel Munitz | 01.16.26

Suspect arrested in assault on rabbi in Jaffa, gun and ammunition seized

Rabbi Netanel Avitan, who teaches at a religious Zionist yeshiva in Jaffa, was attacked last week in the evening hours by a young man who shouted 'Allahu Akbar' before assaulting him

Lihi Gordon | 01.08.26

הרב יוסף גרמון ותושבי סומלילנד עם דגל ישראל

‘They see Israel as hope’: Rabbi describes warm welcome in Somaliland

After an arduous journey, Israeli Rabbi Yosef Garmon arrived for a special visit to Somaliland shortly after mutual recognition, delivering humanitarian aid and receiving an adoring public welcome: 'Am Yisrael Chai!'

Itamar Eichner | 12.31.25

הרב חיים אמסלם, הרב זבדיה כהן והרב צבי יהודה לאו

After eight-year vacancy, Israel moves to appoint new chief rabbi of Tel Aviv

Eight years after Rabbi Israel Meir Lau stepped down, Tel Aviv is set to choose a new chief rabbi; the vote is expected in two weeks, with candidates including a senior rabbinical judge, a former lawmaker, community rabbis and Lau’s son

Shilo Freid | 12.25.25

שורה עליונה, מימין: דגנית תימור גנשל, עדי סגל ויעל שביד. שורה תחתונה, מימין: ד"ר מעין מורג, שירלי צפת דוידאי וזהבית כליף

Six Israeli women ordained as reform rabbis in historic Hebrew Union College ceremony

Coming from diverse backgrounds, the new women rabbis challenge religious norms and seek equality in Jewish future

Shmuel Munitz | 11.18.25

Kanye West meets Rabbi Pinto in New York, expresses regret for antisemitic tirades

In emotional conversation, controversial rapper takes responsibility for past statements, calls meeting a first step toward rebuilding trust; Rabbi Pinto, who previously served prison time for bribery, says Judaism is rooted in repentance and redemption

Ran Boker, Shilo Freid | 11.06.25

Conference of European Rabbis cancels Baku gathering over security concerns

The gathering, planned for Nov. 3-6, had been expected to draw about 600 participants, including rabbis, religious leaders, and political and social figures from Europe, Israel, the United States and other countries

Itamar Eichner | 10.27.25

תיעוד מפינוי פצועים על ידי מסוקי החילוץ ויחידה 669

Can you use cannabis on shabbat? New halachic hotline offers guidance to war wounded

Launched by rabbis who were injured on October 7, the hotline offers religious guidance and emotional support to thousands of Israelis recovering from war-related trauma, addressing unprecedented halachic questions

Shilo Freid | 09.14.25

הרב בן ציון אלגאזי (שני מימין) בשיעור ללוחמים

Rabbi delivers Torah lesson to soldiers in the middle of Gaza

Rabbi Ben-Zion Algazi, head of the Ramat Gan Hesder Yeshiva and an IDF reserve major, visited his students, who are soldiers on the Gaza frontlines, delivering an inspiring Torah lesson; Soldiers and commanders alike were captivated by the session, which highlighted the unique values of the Hesder program

Shilo Freid | 08.25.25

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