World Zionist Congress

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Rabbi Perez and Yaakov Hagoel to lead Word Zionist Organization

World Zionist Congress elects new leadership with overwhelming support, marking record Diaspora participation.

Jamie Geller to Arutz Sheva:

The post-Oct. 7 'great Jewish awakening'

Special interview with Jamie Geller. 'Antisemitism hasn't abated, but resilience is in Jewish DNA'

WZO Congress:

Unity means everyone is represented

WZO must represent all law-abiding members of the Zionist family. A Zionist Congress that boycotts Zionists is failing to promote unity at this critical time. Opinion.

This is the moment for the Jewish People to choose unity

There are moments when we can no longer just speak about unity - we must rise and live it

Yair Netanyahu off WZO appointment list ahead of congress vote

Yair Netanyahu will not be appointed to a WZO position after his name was left off the executive board list.

IAC Chair to Arutz Sheva:

Jewish vote crucial, not just in New York

At the World Zionist Congress, Tal Shuster urges Israeli-Americans to vote in local US elections and warns that Mamdani's rise underscores the stakes for the Jewish community.

Uproar over Yair Netanyahu's new position at WZO

Yair Netanyahu, son of the Prime Minister, nominated to serve as chairman of the WZO's Public Diplomacy Department. The appointment, promoted by Minister Miki Zohar, sparks backlash from the opposition and, for now, has been postponed by two weeks.

Elan Carr to Arutz Sheva

'Mamdani victory could spell period where Jews are unsafe'

Israeli-American Council CEO and former US Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism warns that anti-Zionist and anti-American indoctrination in US education is producing people with antisemitic beliefs.

AZM Chief warns:

Mamdani victory would be dangerous for NYC Jews

AZM Chief Herbert Block warns that a Mamdani mayoral victory in NYC could weaken longstanding ties with Israel and embolden anti-Zionist voices in the city.

President Isaac Herzog:

Upon us to ensure that fallen hostages brought to eternal rest

'These ‘Zios’ are the finest of human beings,' President Isaac Herzog declared at the World Zionist Congress, praising those who rebuilt the Jewish homeland after millennia of persecution and the horrors of the Holocaust, creating 'a Jewish, democratic, life-affirming and peace-seeking state.

American Zionist Movement:

These are the results of the World Zionist Congress elections

The 155 representatives elected from the U.S. will join others from around the world in the Congress to make key decisions on over $1 billion in annual support for Israel and world Jewry.

Betar USA leader reinstated as delegate to World Zionist Congress

World Zionist Congress lifts ban on Betar USA head Ronn Torossian, permitting him to serve as a delegate.

Eretz HaKodesh, Our Israel lead UK 2025 Zionist Congress results

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

Record turnout for US World Zionist Congress election

An all-time record 230,257 votes were recorded in the election for United States delegates to the 39th World Zionist Congress, representing an 86% increase over the previous election.

Minister of Aliyah and Integration:

'Aliyah sends a powerful message to our enemies'

Israeli Minister of Aliyah and Integration at World Zionist Congress: 'Israel is the home of every Jew. Israel needs you. We need you. And we are waiting for you.'

Inclusive Zionism versus cynical politics

Why did the Mizrachi Movement withdraw its petition at the World Zionist Organization? The full story.

World Zionist Congress session halted by Law of Return fight

Mizrachi faction proposes establishing committee to study changes to 'grandfather clause.' Left-wing parties reject all changes out of hand.

Report:

Zionist Congress to vote on resolution against judicial reform

The resolution, which is opposed by the WZO chair, states that the plan would 'weaken the democratic character of the state of Israel.'

Jewish Agency head: 'Our tears rend the heavens'

Jewish Agency, World Zionist Congress, communities around the world unite Sunday at 8pm to mourn the 45 victims.

The True Lovers of Zion

Despite demonization by liberal Jewish streams, the haredi Eretz Hakodesh bloc is proudly Zionist and deserves to be part of WZC. Opinion.

World Bnei Akiva director: Strengthen status of emissaries

"The shaliach is the root from which the branches of Judaism, the community and the connection to the Land of Israel emerge and grow."

Liberal groups block rightist takeover of World Zionist Congress

Bid by Orthodox and right-wing groups to take over top positions at World Zionist Congress temporarily blocked.

Live: 38th World Zionist Congress

World Zionist Congress kicks off with first ever online gathering in light of coronavirus pandemic.

World Likud Chairman:

'Likud decision respects Diaspora delegates'

Likud constitution will not be changed and delegates from Diaspora will not lose their place on list for World Zionist Congress.

Have A Voice In Israel

2 Days Left To Vote In World Zionist Congress Elections

U.S. area election for the World Zionist Congress ends in just two days, on March 11, 2020. Vote to make your voice heard in Israel.

ZOA chairman: We need to be one strong body

ZOA chairman Mark Levenson stresses the importance of voting for ZOA list in the elections for the World Zionist Congress.

'A vote for ZOA Coalition is a vote to defend Israel'

The ZOA was the only US group at the first World Zionist Congress in 1897, helping to lay the foundation for the creation of Israel. Opinion

Netanyahu weighs in on World Zionist Congress elections

PM Netanyahu urges Jews to vote for ZOA in upcoming WZO elections. 'They've stood up proudly for the rights of our people.'

Why I voted for the ZOA Coalition. Opinion.

The ZOA Coalition ticket in the World Zionist Congress elections brings together factions dedicated to strengthening the Jewish nation.

Vote ZOA Coalition for the World Zionist Congress

ZOA Coalition of the 27 strongest pro-Israel organizations is leading the battle to defend Israel, sovereignty and the Jewish people

Vote in the World Zionist Congress Election

Vote for your voice in Israel! Between January 21 and March 11, 2020, all American Jews will be able to vote online for the Jewish future

Student discount restored to Zionist election

WZO Vice-Chair 'warmly welcomes decision to add young blood to Zionist movement that today needs strengthening in face of challenges.'

The fight to include young voices in Zionist politics

VISION group fights to reinstate discount for students voting in the World Zionist Congress elections.

Zeev Jabotinsky's Zionist legacy

'Pro-Israel' J Street says Jews not indigenous to Israel

'Pro-Israel'? Liberal groups fail to torpedo World Zionist Congress bill declaring Jewish indigenous status in Israel. But why did they try?

Reform Movement Out on Top in World Zionist Congress Elections

Reform movement takes 40% of American delegates' seats as Conservative, Modern-Orthodox slip; two new parties represented.

Why Do Jewish Students Join Anti-Israel Orgs?

In controversial video, young activists accuse pro-Israel establishment of failing them, focusing on 'bikinis and hi-tech' - but is it fair?

Watch: Saving the Jewish State, Diaspora in the Zionist Congress

Rabbi Abadie's list fights to get influence back from non-religious/non-Zionist groups, shaping the future of Jewish identity and Israel.

Sephardi Party Gets Ready to Shake Up Zionist Congress

Ohavei Zion - the World Sephardic Zionist Organization - will compete for the first time in World Zionist Congress elections this month.

Religious Zionists Hope for Surprise Turnout at World Congress

With World Zionist Congress elections underway, Mizrahi religious-Zionist slate looking to 'reclaim Zionism'.

Diaspora Jews Urged: Vote Now for Zionist Congress

'People shouldn't come later and say 'Oy, how come these Reform organizations are getting all this money?,'' warns NYC rabbi.

Young Activists Fight to 'Revolutionize' World Zionist Congress

As Israel gears up for its elections, a group of student activists hope to re-energize Diaspora Jewry's own major Zionist body.