Since Oct 7, we have received many supportive messages from Jews abroad that warm our hearts. Except for one. It came from a Jewish woman residing in the USA, accusing Israel of committing genocide against the Palestinians. While disappointing, it's not surprising, and I'm sure she's not alone in this belief.   As the war continues in Gaza, and the number of Palestinian casualties is increasing, more and more people in the world believe that Israel commits genocide. Unfortuna

When I was 18 years old, I proudly joined the IDF (Israeli Defense Force), like many Israeli youngsters. I served for two years, the first in Hebron and the second near Eilat. My role involved encoding and decoding highly classified messages. It was an unusual experience to leave home and get used to obeying orders, but I felt honored to serve my country, the only homeland for Jewish people.   In Israel, when a mother welcomes a baby boy, her first concern is about the Brit p

The Tishrei holidays of 2023 ended with our worst nightmare, and life will never be the same. On October 5, my husband, our four kids, and I, along with four families – friends for 18 years – headed to the Ramat Hagolan for a holiday weekend getaway. The place was peaceful; we had a fantastic time in the cozy wooden cabins, hiking through the beautiful green scenery, and enjoying each other's company. Friday brought a thrilling rafting adventure on the Jordan River, with the

Today marks 60 days since that black Shabbat. Sixty days of war, 60 days of immense pain and worry—concern for the hostages and our soldiers fighting in Gaza. In the deepest darkness, Israel's greatest strength has emerged, unveiling our secret power: unity. The war compelled us to set aside our differences, fostering a spirit of solidarity and mutual assistance. We've witnessed an extraordinary volunteering spirit among citizens from all corners of Israel, extending help to