2+ hour, 27+ min ago (503+ words) Malcolm Hoenlein is the executive vice chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations. Hoenlein, 81, has been involved in US politics since the 1950s, when he joined the presidential campaign of Adlai Stevenson, who lost to Dwight Eisenhower. In those years he experienced a significant amount of antisemitism, and in recent [] The post 'The antisemites have massive funding, we are losing this war' appeared first on www.israelhayom.com. Malcolm Hoenlein is the executive vice chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations. Hoenlein, 81, has been involved in US politics since the 1950s, when he joined the presidential campaign of Adlai Stevenson, who lost to Dwight Eisenhower. In those years he experienced a significant amount of antisemitism, and in recent years he has warned that what happened in Europe would eventually happen in the US. His…...

3+ hour, 7+ min ago (271+ words) While much of the international discourse has focused on stabilization in Syria, Chikli struck a defiant tone, directly contradicting recent suggestions " including those from US President Donald Trump " that Israel should avoid undermining the new Syrian regime. Chikli argued that viewing the current leadership in Syria as a partner is a dangerous fallacy. Chikli painted a picture of a unified ideological front threatening Israel's borders, linking the leadership in Ankara directly to the jihadists in Damascus. "Julani is Muslim Brotherhood, Erdogan is Muslim Brotherhood," he asserted. He described Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's strategy as a dual threat of "neo-Ottomanism and the caliphate," calling it "the new Iran." According to the minister, there is "nothing mutual" between Israel and Julani, whom he characterized as a "jihadist who butchered thousands of Druze and Alawites." Consequently, Chikli insisted that Israel must maintain…...

6+ hour, 27+ min ago (924+ words) In a room silenced by the sheer weight of their testimony, former hostages Guy Gilboa Dalal and Evyatar David took the stage at the'Israel Hayom Summit on Tuesday to recount an ordeal that lasted more than two years in Hamas captivity.' Video: Evyatar David and Guy Gilboa-Dalal / Credit: The Israel Hayom Summit / Credit: Flowmotion The two men, best friends since infancy, described a "kinship of survival" that saw them through physical atrophy, sexual abuse, and the psychological torture of the tunnels, emerging with a bond that they say is unlike anything possible in normal life.' Guy and Evyatar have known each other since they were one year old. Although Guy moved from Kfar Saba when he was seven, their friendship persisted through years of sleepovers and shared milestones. But following their abduction from the Supernova music festival on October 7, 2023, that…...

6+ hour, 37+ min ago (641+ words) Editor-in-Chief Omer Lachmanovitch opened the first-ever Israel Hayom Summit in New York City today with a call for a unified front between the Jewish state and the American Diaspora. Addressing a packed audience, Lachmanovitch described the gathering as a "historic moment" necessitated by the shifting political landscape following "dramatic election results" in the city and [] The post Israel Hayom chief: Jews, Israel at historic moment appeared first on www.israelhayom.com. Editor-in-Chief Omer Lachmanovitch opened the first-ever Israel Hayom Summit in New York City today with a call for a unified front between the Jewish state and the American Diaspora. Addressing a packed audience, Lachmanovitch described the gathering as a "historic moment" necessitated by the shifting political landscape following "dramatic election results" in the city and a rising tide of antisemitism across the United States. Video: The Israel Hayom Summit…...

8+ hour, 37+ min ago (697+ words) In a room silenced by the sheer weight of their testimony, former hostages Guy Gilboa Dalal and Evyatar David took the stage at the'Israel Hayom'Summit on Tuesday to recount an ordeal that lasted more than two years in Hamas captivity. The two men, best friends since infancy, described a "kinship of survival" that saw them through physical atrophy, sexual abuse, and the psychological torture of the tunnels, emerging with a bond that they say is unlike anything possible in normal life. "A Kinship of Survival" Guy and Evyatar have known each other since they were one year old. Although Guy moved from Kfar Saba when he was seven, their friendship persisted through years of sleepovers and shared milestones. But following their abduction from the Supernova music festival on October 7, 2023, that friendship became a lifeline. "It just got upgraded to a…...

9+ hour, 57+ min ago (588+ words) Speaking at the Israel Hayom Summit in New York on Tuesday, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton delivered a stark warning regarding the information war surrounding the Middle East, asserting that while the hostage crisis may have reached a resolution, the battle for the historical narrative is being lost on social media. Addressing the audience on December 2, 2025, Clinton reflected on the current state of affairs following the return of hostages held by Hamas. While acknowledging the relief of their return, she urged the Jewish community and Israeli leadership to remain clear-eyed about the "real increase in antisemitism" that has surged over the past two years. "The narrative was turned upside down" Drawing on her recent experience teaching at Columbia University, Clinton described a disturbing disconnect among the younger generation. She noted that "smart people" were deriving their worldview entirely from…...

10+ hour, 2+ min ago (540+ words) Former US envoy Amos Hochstein warns that while the current Lebanese government is the "most pro-Western in years," Hezbollah must be forced to disarm to avoid a full-scale war. The post Hochstein: US is still the safest place for Jews in the world appeared first on www.israelhayom.com. In a candid and pointed interview, former Biden administration special envoy Amos Hochstein, a central figure in managing diplomatic contacts between Israel and Lebanon, laid out a complex picture of the year since the temporary ceasefire born after October 7. He said that the ceasefire Hezbollah was not the result of the terror group's goodwill, but "a demonstration of military weakness." He revealed that alongside the ceasefire, efforts began to install a new presidency in Lebanon, which he described as "the most pro-Western the country has had for years " to create a…...

10+ hour, 21+ min ago (192+ words) In an interview with Yoav Limor at the Israel Hayom summit in New York, former ambassador Gilad Erdan addressed the rise in anti-Zionism, the atmosphere in the city, and the election of Mohamed Khairullah Mamdani as mayor. After years of serving as Israel's ambassador to the UN, Erdan said it was "wonderful to visit New York without entering the UN, the building of lies." Video: Gilad Erdan at the Israel Hayom summit He accused Qatar of promoting a radical line around the world. "They are radical jihadists. Look at what they have done with their diplomacy. And we, the only democracy in the Middle East, are hated worldwide." Erdan called for a strategy that speaks directly to young people. "We need to talk to them, explain things, and constantly go on the offensive to expose the lies of our enemies....

10+ hour, 26+ min ago (290+ words) Avigdor Kahalani, a recipient of the Israeli Medal of Valor for his actions in the 1973 Yom Kippur War, appeared at the Israel Hayom summit in New York and analyzed the military fronts Israel is currently facing. "October 7 was like a nuclear bomb in Israel," Kahalani said. "No one can explain what happened, not even me as a commander. It was a revolution. Everything changed. Lebanon is not a threat to Israel's future. They have a leader who looks like Goliath from the Bible, but he doesn't control Hezbollah. We can contain them and defeat them." Video: Avigdor Kahalani at the Israel Hayom summit He said he remains astonished by what has unfolded in Syria. "Syria is an unbelievable story. I commanded forces against them for many years, and now I see my friends across the border walking several kilometers deep…...

10+ hour, 37+ min ago (419+ words) Masa Israel Journey CEO Meir Holtz spoke at the Israel Hayom summit in New York about the organization's work and the experience it provides to young adults from around the world. Masa was established about 20 years ago to bring participants to Israel for long-term educational and volunteer programs. "Masa was founded to give young [] The post '30% of Masa participants immigrate to Israel' appeared first on www.israelhayom.com. Masa Israel Journey CEO Meir Holtz spoke at the Israel Hayom summit in New York about the organization's work and the experience it provides to young adults from around the world. Masa was established about 20 years ago to bring participants to Israel for long-term educational and volunteer programs. "Masa was founded to give young people from abroad a meaningful and lasting experience in Israel," Holtz said. "Over the years we have brought…...