The Jerusalem Report

necessary Stories: Paper Rule

‘Paper Rule’ is the 120th story Haim Watzman has published here in his Jerusalem Report column, over the last nine years.

Israel's busy protocol chief

Reuben served in the director general’s department in the Foreign Ministry and subsequently in the National Defense College and in the digital diplomacy department.

Netanyahu fights back

Despite the opposition’s criticisms, the pro-Netanyahu rally did succeed in galvanizing Netanyahu’s support within the Likud.

Hate: Herzl’s unfulfilled vow

The hatred, which once united the Jews almost as strongly as their religion, today seems ready to split them.

War in Ukraine: The hidden conflict

Despite a shaky cease-fire, war in the Donbas stretches into its third year with no end in sight

In the land of the trident

Jews, it appears, will be living under the “Tryzub” – the gold trident that forms Ukraine’s national symbol, for some time to come.

The miracle of love

A homage to the Rebbe, and a tribute to Rabbi Shmuel Kaminetsky and the restoration of Jewish life in Dnepr.

Freedom to walk

After Johannesburg, living in Ra’anana is safe.

Showcasing Israeli movies

Blue and white gems sparkle at the Jerusalem Film Festival

Stories behind the signs

The history behind the names of Israeli streets.

Haim Watzman shares his 'necessary stories'

Haim Watzman’s new book comprises a true cross section of Israeli society.

Not just another school

Jerusalem’s School for Classical Eastern Music serves as a bridge between cultures.

Jerusalem's sacred music festival takes pluralistic approach

For music lovers, Mekudeshet at the magical venue of the Tower of David (September 7-15) never fails to inspire.

When Dayan strode into a mad mob on the Temple Mount

What a difference the years make.

Faith: The Jews’ improbable divider

The religious electromagnetism that once connected distant Jewish communities is gone.

To the point: Changing the driving culture

"Why on earth should learning to drive an automatic car take 28 lessons?!"

The wall between us: Egalitarian prayer at the Western Wall

A personal view on a controversial subject.

Israel’s surrender on the Temple Mount

A comparison between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to open the Western Wall tunnels in 1996 and the 2017 Temple Mount crisis.

View point: Halamish — A community responds to tragedy

A rabbi advises on how to cope with horrible tragedy.

THE PEOPLE & THE BOOK: Compromise is possible

Take away a young child’s favorite toy, even for a few seconds. The tantrum that ensues will illustrate the difference between a child and an adult.

The shirt off his back

The shirt is purple, long-sleeved, one that Itzik would never have worn on such a hot summer morning.

A spirit of unity

The 20th Maccabiah draws a record 10,000 athletes from 80 countries.

Culture Shock: Questions you need to ask when immigrating to Israel

The contrasts continue. The good, the bad and the meshuga!

Dr. Nelson Glueck: How it really was

Freedom of religion – for Jews as well.

The Israel Victory Project

Daniel Pipes says it’s time to convince the Palestinians that they have lost.

TOUCHDOWN IN TEL AVIV

Coming on aliya is not always what you expect.

Realizing her vision

Beit Issie Shapiro's founder Naomi Stuchiner talks about her pioneering journey of helping others

14 Days

From the state visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Avi Gabbay gaining leadership of the Israeli Labor party.

Learning from Balaam’s mistakes

The prophet agrees to King Balak’s request to curse the Israelites, but ends up blessing them.

Were the Nazis inspired by US legislation?

James Q. Whitman explains how American race laws provided a blueprint for fascist Germany.