Tzohar: Diaspora Jews must not replace Israeli army service
In response to the IDF’s plan to recruit from abroad, Tzohar stresses that Diaspora support is valuable but cannot replace Israeli citizens' duty to serve.
In response to the IDF’s plan to recruit from abroad, Tzohar stresses that Diaspora support is valuable but cannot replace Israeli citizens' duty to serve.


The father of Rose Lubin, a Border Police soldier who was murdered at Herod's Gate in Jerusalem, was accused that his daughter, 'went to murder.'

At a Western Wall ceremony Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu presents his grandson with tefillin that his own grandfather used every day during the Holocaust, 'to show where we were 85 years ago and where we are now.'

MK Rothman meets with the DaMinyan community from Melbourne shortly after the announcement of his canceled visa to Australia and is greeted with thunderous applause and tremendous support.
IDF considers recruiting 700 Jewish youngsters from the Diaspora, mainly from the US and France, in light of the severe shortage of soldiers and lack of haredi recruitment.

US-based activist says demonstrations demanding Netanyahu resign and hostages’ release misdirect anger at Israel instead of Hamas, harming the cause.

Rabbi Joel Kenigsberg compares Rabbi Berel Wein's loss to the loss of Abraham our forefather, 'some individuals are so singular in their greatness that the world recognizes their loss instantly.'

Please read these words carefully. Behind them lies the story of a little boy whose life hangs in the balance.

Rabbi Berel Wein, prolific author, Jewish historian, Arutz Sheva columnist, and beloved yeshiva dean and synagogue rabbi, passes away in Jerusalem at 91.

"The police are investigating, checking the security cameras and hope to find the suspect," the community reported.

Anonymous persons cut down the olive tree that was planted in the Paris area in 2011 in memory of Ilan Halimi, a young Jewish man who was murdered in 2006.

Maccabi Haifa fans were attacked with rocks in Hungary after a banner exchange during a match sparked outrage; Polish officials condemned the Israeli fans' response.

Ishay Ribo’s ‘Yamim Ba’im’ drew over 14,000 to Bethel Woods, marking the largest Jewish music event of the year and a milestone for Jewish culture on a legendary stage.

Following a significant increase in the number of visitors ascending the Temple Mount, the organizations operating at the site have decided to unite under a joint steering committee to represent the needs of Jewish visitors.

Rav Yosef Bitton, one of the great voices in Kabbalah today, is visiting the United States for the first time.

13-year-old Rochel Aliza Nisanov was killed when her jet ski collided with a dock. Her 16-year-old sister Aviva Bracha was critically injured.

This 38-year-old mother has been battling a condition that causes her blood to deteriorate through her brainstem, creating skin lesions resembling leprosy and causing excruciating, constant pain.

For the first time since the launch of the Birthright Israel Post-October 7 Volunteer Program, a group of parents of Lone Soldiers currently serving in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is participating in the program and is currently in Israel.

Three men allegedly used water, a dog, and antisemitic insults in a late-night assault on an American Jewish couple near Venice’s Rialto Bridge.

96% complete - final push needed for life-saving treatment.

President Herzog speaks with Jewish Canadian father brutally attacked in Montreal, offering comfort and inviting his family to Jerusalem.

'This surge of hate is unprecedented in our lifetime, and our first response has been encouraging Aliyah, as a reminder to Jews where they truly belong,' says Rabbi Reuben Poupko of Montreal, Canada.

Tests at Hadassah Ein Kerem revealed a dangerous tumor; specialists say a rare Boston procedure offers his best chance for recovery.

Max Royston, leader of Stop the Hate UK, speaks to Arutz Sheva about the organization's pro-Israel rally in London, advocating for justice for hostages amid rising protests.

Rabbi Shmuel Gelbstein, a well-known Chabad figure, tragically passes away following cardiac arrest.

A young girl with brain cancer. A treatment in Germany that could save her life. And a family praying for a miracle.

Friday morning fire destroys Congregation Beth El Chabad in Rutherford, New Jersey; synagogue determined 'complete loss.'

Historic Nachlas Eliezer Synagogue in Odessa severely damaged by a Russian drone strike, which sparked a large fire; local rabbi condemns the attack.

Amid rising antisemitism across Europe: Moldova’s Prime Minister Dorin Recean meets Chief Rabbi Pinchas Salzman, pledging to prevent antisemitism from taking root.

CNN's Bianna Golodryga and Channel 12's Yonit Levi aim to equip young readers with tools to recognize antisemitism, build empathy, and speak out against bullying and bias in their daily lives.

Christian Democratic Party retracts support, proposal seen as encouraging Hamas is off the table.

In a landmark case, the Rabbinical Court in Safed granted a divorce after 22 years of refusal, following criminal charges and a conditional presidential pardon.

Two suspects were arrested in Kiryas Joel for trying to extort $13,500 from a haredi resident after the victim coordinated with local Shomrim and police to set a trap for their capture.

Leah is 22 and engaged. Her wedding is weeks away — but there’s no gown, no hall, and nothing in place except the date.

New halachic ruling allows use of advanced prosthetics in religious rituals and on Shabbat; seen as major step for wounded soldiers and terror victims.

When Eyal returned from Gaza, his wife Rachel thought the worst was behind them. But very quickly, she realized that the war had followed him home.

Close to 100,000 pro-Palestinian demonstrators took part in a rally in Sydney that displayed antisemitic elements. Participants chanted slogans against Jews and Israel.

The museum’s move to send proceeds from a historic Sarajevo Haggadah to Palestinian Arabs while accusing Israel of genocide has sparked widespread backlash from Jewish groups.

A new survey reveals that under 25 % of Australians believe public attitudes toward Jews are positive, amid rising antisemitic incidents, prompting the Combat Antisemitism Movement to convene an emergency summit this September on Australia's Gold Coast.

On Tisha B'Av, Defense Minister Israel Katz prayed at the Western Wall for the return of the hostages, the safety of IDF soldiers, and victory over Hamas terrorists.

American Jewish Committee donates $25K to Gaza church damaged by Israeli strike.

World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder reacted to the recent joint declaration by Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, and Turkey condemning the October 7th terrorist attacks and calling on Hamas to release all hostages, disarm, and relinquish its rule over Gaza.

The Coalition for Jewish Values calls the American Jewish Committee's accusations that Rep. Randy Fine supports 'starving children' 'outrageous and unfair.'

UK sees unprecedented voter turnout as five slates secure representation under newly revised mandate allocation and surplus vote redistribution rules.

The FBI is now investigating an attack at a kosher restaurant in Queens which left multiple Jewish victims hospitalized as a potential hate crime after the victims said the attackers shouted about killing Jews.

There's one treatment that could save Riki's life - but her family can't afford the trip to America.

Bethel Woods Center for the Arts has announced that Pavilion seating is now nearly sold out for Ishay Ribo’s upcoming concert, set for Thursday, August 7.

British Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis condemns Prime Minister Keir Starmer's threat to recognize a Palestinian state even if Hamas remains in power and continues to hold hostages.

In the early hours of Saturday morning, a Russian missile struck the home of Chabad Rabbi Moshe Weber in Dnipro, Ukraine.

Julia Hyman, a 27-year-old Cornell graduate, identified as one of four victims in Monday's tragic Manhattan shooting. Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff issues a heartfelt statement mourning her loss.

The UJA Federation of New York mourns Wesley LePatner, a devoted board member and community leader, killed in the Midtown shooting, who was honored for her leadership and deep commitment to Jewish life.

Shalhevet Cohen fulfills a lifelong dream, making Aliyah and reuniting with her sisters and grandparents in Israel, bringing personal passion and professional ambition to Jerusalem while continuing a proud Zionist family legacy.

Regina Spektor decided to take a direct approach to the hecklers during a concert in Portland.

National survey shows rising antisemitic sentiment and local incidents, with nearly a third of Australians expressing negative views toward Jews.

In new 'Jewish-Share' episode, Rabbis Moskovitz and Markovitz reflect on war, community resilience, and the growing bond between Jews in Israel and the Diaspora.

The Coalition for Jewish Values praised Israel's defense of Syria's Druze population and called on world leaders to join Israel in preventing the slaughter of the Druze.

Famed Jewish-American songwriter remembered for his biting satire and one of the first popular songs about a Jewish holiday.

You can help: $15,000 stands between baby and life-saving treatment.

Jewish-Israeli activist Rudy Rochman speaks about fighting antisemitism and says that many Jewish leaders were against confronting the problem in the years before October 7th.

Rabbi Shalom Yisrael Dirnfeld, head of the Torah V'emuna Yeshiva and a beloved educator, passes away following a lengthy illness.
