'Memory is a form of resistance': President Herzog commemorates the Farhud
The Farhud marked the beginning of the end of a cohesive Jewish community in Iraq. Ten years later, in 1952, under the code name Operation Ezra and Nehemiah, the bulk of Iraqi Jewry left for Israel.
Haredim making headway in hi-tech: Projects to introduce ultra-Orthodox to workforce see success
According to Moshe Friedman, co-founder and CEO of Kama Tech, there are some 15,000 haredim currently employed in Israel’s hi-tech industries.
Grapevine, May 29, 2026: Meaningful conversation
Movers and shakers in Israeli society
Grapevine, May 29, 2026: Minus the mayor
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Grapevine, May 26, 2026: Crossing redlines
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Significant award inspired by tragedy: Herzog presents Jerusalem Unity Prize 2026
The prize is awarded to individuals and organizations dedicated to advancing mutual respect and tolerance who work towards creating harmony in the societies in which they live.
Grapevine: Paraguay’s ambassador brings longstanding pro-Israel ties to Jerusalem
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Grapevine, May 21, 2026: New face on the diplomatic circuit
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Noam Bettan meets with President Isaac Herzog after winning second place at Eurovision
Bettan had won second place at Eurovision, despite demonstrations against Israel, boos, and pro-Palestinian placard and flag bearers, thus bringing pride and glory to Israel and a huge career boost.
Somaliland’s first ambassador to Israel welcomed by Herzog in historic ceremony
President says new partnership will promote cooperation “for the benefit of both our peoples and the entire region.”