What does Globalize the Intifada mean in English and how is it a call for people from around the globe to participate in rising up against Israel? AJC unpacks the dangerous slogan.
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What Is An Intifada?
Who Are the Hostages Still Held By Hamas?
More than two years after Hamas' massacre of Israelis on October 7, 2023, Palestinian terror groups are still holding several hostages captive in Gaza.
Meet the American Hostages Who Were Held Captive By Hamas After October 7
These are the eight American hostages who were in Hamas captivity. Whether raised in Israel or spending a gap year before college, their lives were violently interrupted when thousands of Hamas terrorists crossed the Gaza border on October 7. Each story is a reminder of lives torn apart, families waiting, and a nation’s enduring hope.
When Politics Enters the Gym: Reflections from an Athlete Left Out of the World Stage
Israeli gymnast Lihi Raz shares her personal reflection after being unable to compete in Jakarta—and why sport should remain a space of connection beyond politics.
President Trump’s 20-Point Peace Plan: AJC Expert Analysis from Around the World
AJC experts break down the U.S.-brokered Israel-Hamas deal, Gaza ceasefire, regional shifts, and next steps for hostages, governance, and advancing lasting peace in the Middle East.
Inside the Advocacy Effort to Bring the Hostages Home
More than two years after the October 7 massacre, Hamas has agreed to return the 48 hostages still in Gaza under the U.S.-brokered peace deal. Jessica Bernton, AJC’s Director of Congressional Affairs, shares details of AJC’s joint advocacy with the hostage families of returned hostages—how personal stories, bipartisan meetings with Congress and the White House, and coordinated delegations kept the issue at the forefront.
October 7 Attacks Still Feel Raw Two Years Later
The future of Israel, the Palestinians and the wider Arab world cannot continue to be one of suffering and devastation. We must find a better way that acknowledges the dignity of all and leads to peace.
AJC Welcomes President Trump’s Announcement of a Deal to Free the Hostages and Begin to End the War
AJC welcomes President Trump’s announcement of a deal to free the hostages and begin to end the war. As we await the details, we look forward to the day we can finally say every hostage is home. We are grateful to the President and his Administration for their leadership in helping bring about this pivotal moment.
Who Are the Israeli Hostages Being Released? Full Schedule and Latest Updates
When will the next hostages be released? Discover the details of the Israel-Hamas hostage and ceasefire deal, including the release of 33 hostages and ongoing negotiations for remaining captives. Learn about the phases of the agreement, the American hostages held by Hamas, and how families have endured months of advocacy and uncertainty. Stay updated on this pivotal development in the Israel-Gaza conflict
Guidance to Help Jewish Students Engage Responsibly with Social Media
In today’s fast-paced and emotionally charged digital world, social media can be both empowering and overwhelming for students, especially when issues related to identity, antisemitism, and current events dominate their social media feeds.
Who Are the Druze, and Why Is Israel Defending Them in Syria?
Recent conflict in Syria’s Druze-majority areas has drawn international attention, highlighting the complex challenges faced by this minority amid shifting regional dynamics and Israel’s efforts to protect its Druze brethren. Here’s what to know about the Druze and Israel’s efforts to defend them.
5 Reasons Why the Events in Gaza Are Not “Genocide”
Here are five reasons why the use of the term genocide -- which has come up Macklemore’s "Hinds Hall" song -- in Israel's self-defense campaign is inaccurate, misleading, and dangerous.
Sexual Violence as a Weapon of War: The Dinah Project’s Quest to Hold Hamas Accountable
Shortly after the October 7 Hamas terror attacks on Israel, witness accounts emerged of women brutally raped and mutilated before they were murdered and silenced forever. For Ruth Halperin-Kaddari, Professor of Law at Bar-Ilan University, that silence was deafening. And the silence of the international community unwilling to hold Hamas accountable, disturbing. In this episode, Halperin-Kaddari explains how she and her colleagues have erased any doubt to make sure Hamas is held accountable.
What Does “Globalize the Intifada” Mean and How Can it Lead to Targeting Jews with Violence?
What does “Globalize the Intifada” mean, how is it tied to past Palestinian activist violence against Israel, and how can it lead to targeting Jews today?
Humanitarian Aid in Gaza: What’s Really Happening
The current war in Gaza has been exceedingly painful. For Israelis, the 48 hostages being held by Hamas for over 22 months remains central, as does the near-daily loss of life of Israeli soldiers. For Palestinians, the loss of civilian lives and food security is a heartbreaking reminder of the horrors of war.
Israel-Hamas Hostage Deal: What You Need to Know
The Israeli government and Hamas have agreed to a hostage release deal after 467 days of captivity, marking a significant development in the ongoing conflict. The deal, set to begin on January 20, 2025, includes the phased release of Israeli and American hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, alongside humanitarian measures and troop adjustments in Gaza. Negotiations are ongoing for subsequent phases to free remaining hostages, establish a ceasefire, and outline a plan for Gaza's future governance.
Four Takeaways from Israeli President Isaac Herzog
For the third year in a row, Israeli President Isaac Herzog addressed AJC Global Forum, calling on all those attending to continue to stand strong in defending the right of Israelis to live in peace and security and to keep advocating for the rights of Jews around the world.
This Often Forgotten 1929 Massacre is Key to Understanding the Current Israel-Palestinian Conflict
On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched the deadliest attack on Jews since the Holocaust. For journalist Yardena Schwartz, the massacre was a chilling echo of the 1929 Hebron Massacre—the brutal slaughter of nearly 70 Jews, incited by propaganda that Jews sought to seize the Al Aqsa Mosque. At the time, she was writing her first book, "Ghosts of a Holy War: The 1929 Massacre in Palestine That Ignited the Arab-Israeli Conflict". Yardena shares how history repeated itself, how the October 7 attack reshaped her book, and why understanding the past is essential to making sense of the present.
Understanding the Protests in Israel: Key Issues and What’s at Stake
Mass protests in Israel, initially sparked by judicial reforms, have escalated due to the Gaza war and Prime Minister Netanyahu’s attempts to remove top officials, including the attorney general and Shin Bet chief. Critics argue these moves threaten democracy and prioritize Netanyahu’s political survival over national security, while supporters see them as necessary to restore governance. As tensions rise, opposition leaders and legal experts warn of deepening political turmoil, with implications for Israel’s future stability and its war strategy.
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