Martin Oliner

Optimism for Israel in troubled times

For us proud religious Zionists, seeing such internal disputes inside the Jewish state need not be a cause of despair.Op-ed.

Shabbat beShabbato on the Parasha

A selected offering of the writings of various well known Torah commentators on the parasha.

Special interview: From normalization to education

Jewish activists Martin and Reva Oliner speak about meeting with officials from Arab states, judicial reform, and Jewish education.

Shabbat BeShabbato

Insights by renowned rabbis.

Shabbat B'Shabbato - Yitro

Read a variety of Torah articles on the parasha.

Shabbat B'Shabbato for Beshalach

Different aspects of the parasha for your enjoyment.

Shabbat beShabbato

A weekly on the parasha, including picture quiz for kids at the end. Enjoy!

Op-ed: The American Jewish Left's endorsement of antisemitism

Condemning Omar is not about politics. It's about getting the real pro-Israel community's ducks in a row and targeting an obvious antisemite

The American Jewish left’s endorsement of antisemitism

Defending Ilhan Omar crosses a red line. Op-ed.

Why Religious Zionists should vote for Smotrich

For decades, religious Zionist voters in Israel had a clear choice on Election Day.

Israeli corruption law must be the same for all politicians

Charges that Diaspora Min. funds were misappropriated should be treated the same as the accusations against Benjamin Netanyahu. Op-ed.

Jewish leaders: 'If only President Biden was listening to Mike Pompeo'

Jewish leaders attending the Israel Heritage Foundation “Crown of Israel” event honoring Mike Pompeo praise Pompeo's support for Israel.

Iranian attack should wake up Israel

The 12 massive ballistic missiles fired from Iran at the large US Consulate being built in Erbil, were not only aimed at America. Opinion.

Bibi, sign the deal

An American Jewish perspective on the proposed plea agreement. Opinion.

At Least Let My People In

Visits to Israel are desperately needed for Diaspora Jews of all streams, no matter what their level of affiliation. Opinion.

Time for united Jerusalem to reunite the Jewish world

Throughout the history of the Jewish people, one issue that has united Jews across every spectrum has been the fate of Jerusalem. Opinion.

Martin Oliner: Bennett lied his way to the premiership

Bennett is responsible for bringing down the Right and its iconic prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu. Opinion.

President deprived of pre-election vaccine boost

Imagine if Pfizer would have announced positive results for its vaccine one week earlier, before the election and not after. Opinion.

Things other than Israel

Americans should not only vote for Trump because of what he's done for Israel, rather also because of what he's done for America. Opinion.

Why Americans in Israel must vote for Trump

Israelis may have been spared a fourth round of local elections, but Americans in Israel must cast their ballots to decide Israel's future.

UAE and Israel: A match made in heaven

Only those who have spent time in both countries can appreciate how magnificent an opportunity this agreement is. Op-ed.

Martin Oliner: 'What's critical is for Israel to move forward with annexation'

Martin Oliner, Co-Pres. of Religious Zionists of America, says US backs annexation, Israel needs to 'rally around PM' to push it through.

'We are grateful to Trump, but we must remember that all the land is ours'

Religious Zionists of America President Martin Oliner expresses skepticism over 'Deal of the Century.'

Bringing Qatar into the fold

'The world has been turned upside down'

Martin Oliner welcomes Trump administration’s decision to move the embassy to Jerusalem, praises his administration.

'When we're unified, we're unstoppable'

Watch: Martin Oliner stresses unity in interview for Rosh Hashanah.

Congress urged not to prejudge diplomatic process

Religious Zionists of America welcomes resolution reaffirming Embassy move, says it should not include clause on Jerusalem being divided.

Celebrating 50 years of Jerusalem in Washington - pictures

In the capital Mr. Martin Oliner held a conference in honor of Jerusalem attended by Members of Congress - view pictures

"'Jerusalem, Israel' is the rallying cry"

Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) says that in today's political atmosphere, Israel is one of only two subjects that unite Democrats and Republicans.

"We still hope Trump will move the embassy to where it belongs"

At the Capitol, Martin Oliner, President of the Center for Unity and of Religious Zionists of America, compared 1967 to Biblical miracles.

"HaTikva – the hope that will last forever"

Rep. Jacky Rosen (D-NV): Israel is in my heart. It is in the hearts of my grandparents and in the heart of my daughter.

'Senators united on reining in the UN'

Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY): UN should be looking at what's going on in Syria, North Korea, Iran and Russia – not Israel.

'Netanyahu may be as great as David and Solomon'

Rep. Louie Gohmert says he told Israel's prime minister he could be one of the all-time great leaders of Israel – and recalls his response.

'What better time to relocate the American Embassy?'

Congressman Ron DeSantis says there's a lot of risk if US does not follow through US Embassy move; Arabs respect decisiveness.

'I could not vote for not holding Iran accountable'

Senator Joe Manchin says he doesn't see any peaceful way to deal with Iran nuclear threat, rewards must be earned with good behavior.

'Trump should declare all of Jerusalem as Israel's capital'

Congressman Lee Zeldin says President Trump's trip to Israel presents 'perfect opportunity' to move US Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.

'The US needs to counter UN efforts to legitimize BDS'

Senator Ben Cardin speaks at Religious Zionists of America conference, says "Israel is at great risk right now."

'I realized the schoolgirls are the courageous ones'

Congressman Thomas Suozzi speaks about his visit to Israel during the intifada.

'Israel is a model for religious pluralism'

Congressman Eliot Engel speaks about 50th anniversary since reunification of Jerusalem, says Israel can teach the region about tolerance.

Senator: Time to end the UN's anti-Israel bias

Senator John Barrasso says Republicans and Democrats are united in their attempts to stop the UN's anti-Israel bias.