10.7.2023

On April 13, Iran launched aerial attacks toward Israel, bringing tensions in the region to new heights. Join AJC Jerusalem Director Lt. Col. (res) Avital Leibovich and AJC Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer Jason Isaacson to discuss the unfolding situation and what it means for Israel.

Blissful ignorance is what has led to antisemitic and anti-Israel incidents on campuses, in the workplace and on the streets. Even Jews who live thousands of miles from Israel can feel like they are under siege.

An explosion occurred at the Al-Ahli Arab Hospital, also referred to as the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital, in Gaza City, where apparently many Palestinians had taken refuge amid the ongoing war between Hamas and Israel. Here is what we know about the situation, how the media is reporting on it, and past incidents of rocket misfires by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

The timeline here aims to address frequently asked questions about Israel's history and to help dispel misinformation about the events leading up to this point.

AJC Jerusalem Director Lt. Col. (Res.) Avital Leibovich reflects on how Israel – which continues to be in a state of emergency – is grappling with one of the most unprecedented periods in its 75-year history.

Letter requesting a statement on the crisis from interfaith and intergroup allies and other community partners, including language for a sample statement.

Leaders from around the world are speaking out against the terror attacks perpetrated by Hamas.

American Jewish Committee (AJC) is outraged by the revelations that twelve employees of UNRWA – the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Middle East – were involved in the horrific October 7 terror attacks perpetrated by Hamas against Israel.

Jason Isaacson, AJC Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer, spoke with India Today on how Iran’s extensive terror network threatens India, the entire region, and the world. Isaacson also discusses the importance of Israel defending itself and defeating Hamas.

Ilay David shares the gut-wrenching moments leading up to his brother's capture by Hamas terrorists on October 7.

Of the hundreds taken hostage on October 7, many were children who experienced unspeakable horrors. Help American Jewish Committee (AJC) tell their stories and raise awareness for those still in captivity by watching and sharing videos about Abigail, Emily, and brothers Yagil and Or.

AJC CEO Ted Deutch joined CNN's Jake Tapper to discuss how college campuses should foster open dialogue and ideas, not become a breeding ground to glorify Hamas' terror, silence Jewish voices, spew antisemitic tropes, or demonize the only Jewish state in the world.

In light of the current social and political climate, it is essential to guide students on how to engage with social media when confronted with controversial issues. Encouraging responsible and thoughtful behavior in online interactions is crucial. Here are some recommendations to provide to students:

On November 29, 1947, the United Nations voted for the partition of the British Mandate of Palestine, calling for the formation of a Jewish state and an Arab state. The result? Jews accepted the deal, but Arabs rejected it. Now, 76 years later, here’s what you need to know about how the plan aimed for peace in the region.

Belle Yoeli, AJC Chief Advocacy Officer, makes it clear how Israel is different than Hamas terrorists: Israel values human life and every soul is precious.

AJC has created this action plan for parents of university students to use in confronting and preventing antisemitism in their school communities.

On October 7th, Hamas killed, raped, tortured, and kidnapped Israeli civilians, including women and children. They take innocent Palestinians as human shields and prevent them from fleeing the combat zone.

AJC Jerusalem Director Lt. Col. (Res.) Avital Leibovich explains how deeply interconnected Israeli society is. Leibovich also shares a touching tribute to Vivian Silver, a devoted Canadian-Israeli peace activist who was murdered by Hamas terrorists on October 7.