Isaac Herzog

Last 'Operation Zur Israel' flight lands in Israel

Nearly 300 New Ethiopian immigrants land in Israel on final flight of 'Operation Zur Israel.'

'Sheldon was the modern-day Moses Montefiore of our generation'

Jewish Agency for Israel expresses condolences over the passing of Sheldon Adelson.

'Kosher slaughter ban is like outlawing Judaism'

Jewish Agency head, Isaac Herzog, urges EU heads of state to drop kosher slaughter ban. “These are foundations of Jewish religious practice"

Herzog congratulates Biden

Jewish Agency chair praises Biden for 'moral compass that guides him and his record in fighting anti-Semitism and support for Israel.'

Jewish Agency head: Immigration could get us out of this crisis

Every wave of immigration holds within it the potentialities of economic recovery and growth. This is a tremendous opportunity for Israel."

Herzog: Increased online anti-Semitism since COVID-19 outbreak

Knesset launces lobby dedicated to fighting anti-Semitism.

'I didn't mean to deny Israel's right to exist'

Jewish Agency chief speaks with Seth Rogen, says the actor apologized for his earlier comments on the Jewish state's existence.

Global Jewish leaders discuss coronavirus in videoconference`

Jewish Agency and Israeli Diaspora Ministry host online roundtable discussion with Jewish leaders from around the world on the coronavirus.

Watch: 119 Ethiopian immigrants arrive in Israel

119 Ethiopian Jews fulfilled their dream of immigrating to Israel on Jerusalem Day.

Rivlin to world Jews:

‘Now more than ever, we are one family’

President to world Jewish leaders: No plague can break the chain that stretches back to the exodus from Egypt and binds our people together.

Isaac Herzog predicts: Increased Aliyah numbers post-coronavirus

Diaspora Minister MK Tzipi Hotoveli and Jewish Agency Chairman Isaac Herzog convened the Emergency Forum for Jewish Communities.

Rivlin: With every update, we pray for Diaspora Jewry

Pres. Rivlin meets with head of Jewish Agency, discusses impact of coronavirus on Jewish communities.

Shalom Corps offers up to $12 mil for Jewish service-learning

Mosaic United and Jewish Agency Project to increase volunteering through first RFP funding up to 100% of direct costs.

Herzog: 'Very clear conflict between the free world and Iran'

Jewish Agency chief Isaac Herzog meets with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to discuss fight against anti-Semitism.

'Masks are removed: Anti-Zionism is anti-Semitism'

WZO, Jewish Agency praise French National Assembly for resolution acknowledhing anti-Zionism is modern form of anti-Semitism.

Herzog: Next deadly anti-Semitic attack may be around the corner

Jewish Agency chairman tells Anti-Defamation League’s Never is Now Summit violent anti-Semitism continues to present a real danger.

Jewish Agency Chairman: The Jewish people support Israel

Issac Herzog addresses Jewish Federations conference in Washington DC: 'It was not been an easy day for Israelis.'

'He left a huge legacy as a lover of Israel'

Jewish Agency for Israel expresses condolences over death of Jewish philanthropist Morton Mandel, who passed away at the age of 98.

Herzog to Merkel: Protect Jewish institutions

Jewish Agency chairman writes to German chancellor following shooting attack at synagogue on Yom Kippur.

New immigrants embark on first tour of the Kotel tunnels

Jewish Agency Chairman, Isaac Herzog leads 100 new olim on tour of Western Wall tunnels.

'Shechita ban could be part of creeping expulsion of Jews'

Jewish Agency urges Belgian province to reverse its ban on traditional forms of slaughter. 'This is a violation of religious freedom.'

'I love Israel, people have everything they need here'

More than 2,000 new olim children from 37 countries set to join Israeli school system, including 31 who arrived in covert missions.

Herzog: Cyprus has 'vested interest' in fighting terror

Jewish Agency Chairman Herzog meets with Cyprus President at Diaspora Conference.

Jewish Agency celebrates 90-year anniversary

"Jewish Agency continues as an arm of the Jewish people providing collective solutions to our most critical challenges," agency heads write.

Jewish Agency: Signs point to anti-Semitism in Miami shooting

Jewish Agency chief says shooting outside of Miami Beach area synagogue has the hallmarks of anti-Semitic attack.

Herzog to Corbyn: Take action before it's too late

Jewish Agency chair pens letter to Labour leader, calling for appointment of neutral entity to investigate anti-Semitism in party.

Rabbi Peretz clarifies: 'Didn't intend to harm any Diaspora Jew'

Official letter to Jewish Agency Chairman to be forwarded to Jewish community leadership worldwide, Peretz makes statement on assimilation.

'74 years after Holocaust and Jews again aren't safe in Europe'

After German anti-Semitism czar warns Jews against wearing kippot, Jewish Agency chief calls on EU leaders to make Europe safe for Jews.

80 deaf Israeli children have bar and bat mitzvah ceremony

80 deaf and hard-of-hearing Israeli children have joint bar and bat mitzvah ceremony in Jerusalem. Jewish Agency Chair: 'Deeply emotional.'

Jewish Agency chairman: "We long for our loved ones"

Jewish Agency chairman Isaac Herzog speaks at Masa Israel Journey's Memorial Day ceremony in Latrun.

Jewish Agency Chair: The pain will stay with us forever

'Here, on this cursed ground, her life ended.' Jewish Agency Chair. Isaac Herzog remembers father's cousin, who was killed at Auschwitz

Herzog: Blue and White may be the new Labor party

Jewish Agency leader says Labor party's historic role in development of Israel has come to an end.

Argentina Chief Rabbi makes first public appearance since attack

Rabbi Gabriel Davidovich meets Jewish Agency head Yitzhak Herzog in first public appearance since he was beaten in his home last month.

'We hope the next Knesset will be calmer than this one'

Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein and Jewish Agency Chairman Isaac Herzog speak with Jewish students in seven locations worldwide.

'Attacked Rabbi is showing resilience'

Jewish Agency head Yitzhak Herzog says Argentina must catch 'villains' who seriously injured country's chief rabbi in anti-Semitic attack.

President Rivlin speaks with Argentina Chief Rabbi after attack

Israeli President tells Chief Rabbi Gabriel Davidovich Israel will "do everything necessary to protect Jews' following anti-Semitic attack.

EU ambassador to Israel hosts Holocaust Remembrance Day event

European Union Ambassador hosts Israeli delegation in Brussels for Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony.

'Jews are once again unsafe on the streets of Europe'

Jewish Agency chairman at EP: 'As it pertains to anti-Semitism, this is one of the darkest eras for European Jewry in recent times.'

Jewish Agency head Herzog heads to Pittsburgh

Following massacre, former Labor chief heads to Pennsylvania in show of solidarity with local Jewish community.

Watch: World Koolulam

Thousands of participants and graduates of MASA program arrive this week in Tel Aviv to sing 'No Place We'd Rather Be' together.

Herzog: Orthodox, Reform, Conservative will respect each other

Jewish Agency Chairman Yitzhak Herzog tells North American Jewry at Jewish Federation GA Israel-Diaspora divide an existential threat.

It's official: Livni to be appointed opposition leader

'Zionist Union' Chairman sends letter to Knesset speaker saying Livni's appointment will take effect on August 1.

The Opposition Leader’s swan song

Gil Hoffman asks Yitzhak Herzog whether leaving the Zionist Union is akin to fleeing the sinking Titanic.

Celebrating 70 years of Aliyah with 700 Olim

Jewish Agency holds festive event at Ben Gurion Airport with hundreds of Olim who came in one day from France, Russia, Argentina and Brazil.

Bennett concerned: We will lose millions of Jews in the Diaspora

Education Minister and Jewish Agency chairman participate in evening of dialogue in Shoham.

After 15 years:

Yitzhak Herzog leaves Knesset

Former Labor party leader and new head of Jewish Agency bids farewell to the Knesset after 15 years of service.

Herzog's parting speech: Be careful how you talk

Chairman of opposition leaves Knesset to head Jewish Agency. 'Understand that every word here can ignite a fire among our people in vain.'

Mr. Herzog, sincerity is not enough to turn back the tide

Herzog walks back comment calling intermarriage a ‘plague’

New Jewish Agency head says comment comparing intermarriage to a plague was misunderstood.

Avi Gabbay fined for exceeding expenditure limit

State Comptroller publishes report on candidates accounts in primaries for Labor Party leadership; Gabbay's deficit: NIS 537,103.

Tzipi Livni to return as opposition leader?

Outgoing opposition leader Isaac Herzog recommends Hatnuah leader Tzipi Livni replace him as leader of opposition.

'Inconceivable that Reform stages coup'

Coalition Chairman sharply criticizes Herzog appointment to chair Jewish Agency, threatens agency budget.

Israel's President congratulates new Jewish Agency chairman

Rivlin tweets blessing to Herzog: 'As MK, minister, opposition chairman, Buji has been at heart of Israeli democracy for most of his life.'

It's official: Herzog to head Jewish Agency

Herzog will take the new position on August 1, replacing Natan Sharansky, who has chaired the agency for the past 9 years.

Bennett welcomes Herzog's appointment as Jewish Agency head

Jewish Home leader says Opposition leader Yitzhak Herzog a great choice to lead Jewish Agency to try to mend relations with Diaspora.

Yitzhak Herzog tapped to lead the Jewish Agency

Former Labor party leader, opposition head appointed leader of Jewish Agency, replacing Natan Sharansky.

Surprise guest at Gush Katif expellees conference

Opposition Chairman Herzog: 'I hope we will always know how to overcome challenges together and in unity.'

Opposition head: Terror attack was 'despicable murder'

Opposition head Yitzhak Herzog pays condolence visit to family of terror victim Itamar Ben Gal, says murderer should be 'duly punished.'

Herzog: We will not be deterred by terrorism

Opposition chairman condemns attack near Ariel: We are all united around Rabbi Ben Gal's family.

'What would Yitzhak Herzog's grandfather think?'

Jewish Home MK slams Opposition leader Herzog's willingness to hand responsibility for Temple Mount to Saudi Arabia.