by Vernas Hefzy Displacement as a goal in Israeli narratives forms a vital part of the discussion regarding history and politics in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. The narratives of displacement intersect with various historical, cultural, and religious elements and are used by some parties as justification for affirming their national identity and control over the […]
by Elisa Garfagna Passover, the Jewish holiday, is much more than a date on the calendar. It’s a time when the heart of every Jew beats together with that of our ancestors, still feeling the joy of freedom regained after the long slavery in Egypt. This year, however, as we prepare to sit around the […]
by Rustam Taghizade. 1. The context of ethnic tensions in Iran: Iran is a multinational state, where Persians constitute approximately 60% of the population, alongside significant minority groups, including Azerbaijani Turks (16-24%), Kurds (7-10%), Baloch, Arabs and others. These ethnic minorities have historically faced systematic discrimination, including restrictions on cultural and linguistic rights, economic marginalization […]
By Giovanni Giacalone On October 7th, 2024, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated three individuals and one sham charity that are prominent international financial supporters of Hamas, as well as one Hamas-controlled financial institution in Gaza. Among the sanctioned individuals is Hannoun, who has been indicated by Washington […]
by Elisa Garfagna The acceptance of Jewishness reveals itself as a profoundly personal inner journey, a path that inextricably weaves together history, culture, and religion. For a Jew, it means confronting a multifaceted identity, where religious tradition merges with a thousand-year-old culture, shaped by significant historical events such as the Shoah. Jacques Lacan’s psychoanalysis offers […]
by Elisa Garfagna Information has always had the power to shape public opinion and influence political decisions. News broadcasts, in particular, play a crucial role in disseminating news, but often their narratives are far from neutral and objective. One of the most alarming aspects is the disparity in treatment reserved for certain news items, especially […]
by Giovanni Gicalone On January 29th, 2024, the Italian police detained Anan Kamal Afif Yaeesh (Yaeesh Anan, 1987); the arrest was conducted in the city of L’Aquila at the request of Israeli authorities who also asked for Anan’s extradition. The individual is accused of being a leader of Al-Aqsa Brigades’ “Rapid Response-Tulkarem Unit” and of […]
by Elisa Garfagna In Jewish thought, life is a supreme value—a divine gift to be safeguarded and protected. The principle of pikuach nefesh (saving a life) takes precedence over almost all other religious commandments. However, this sanctity does not exclude the right to self-defense, both on an individual and collective level. It remains a complex […]
by Elisa Garfagna In times of war, communication is more than just a means to disseminate information; it is a powerful tool that can shape public opinion, mobilize international support, and bolster internal morale. Effective communication involves delivering clear, consistent messages that are strategically aligned with political and military objectives. Transparency and the timeliness of […]
by Elisa Garfagna Hope (Tikvah in Hebrew) is one of the fundamental pillars of Jewish thought, a thread woven through millennia of history, sacred texts, and rabbinic interpretations. In Jewish tradition, hope is not merely a fleeting emotion but a vital force that has sustained the Jewish people through their most challenging trials. In the […]