B’Ivrit | Israeli Media Analyzes Different Reactions to Terrorist Assassinations
After the assassinations of Ismail Haniyeh and Fouad Shukur, Israelis express a mix anxiety and pride, as well as frustration over foiled travel plans.
Sarah Levy Isn’t the First Jewish Rugby Player at the Olympics
The 2024 Olympic success of Sarah Levy brings renewed attention to the history of Jewish rugby players, from the early 1900s to today.
Swaps, Assassins and What Comes Next
Among the recent strikes on Hamas leaders, the killing of Ismail Haniyeh stood out.
Ask the Rabbis | How Do We Balance Civility With Disapproval For Others’ Politics?
We should learn from our sages.
What Should We Call the Golan Heights?
After ten months of clashes between Israel and Hezbollah, in which Israel has killed hundreds of Hezbollah militants and numerous senior Hezbollah commanders, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said the IDF’s response to Saturday’s attack “will come and it will be severe.”
Not Your Father’s Jewish Mother with Rebecca Goldstein, Yael Goldstein-Love and Amy E. Schwartz—in celebration of the Moment-Karma Short Fiction Contest
Rebecca Goldstein and Yael Goldstein-Love, a mother-daughter pair, and both acclaimed novelists, explore the topic of motherhood.
Spice Box | Own it
Send your unmarked original newspaper clippings, curiosities and photographs to editor@momentmag.com.
Poem | PRISONER Z
“Prisoner Z” conjures a dystopian world that exists today in countries we can name.
The Conversation
Characteristically, Moment has brought fresh air to this subject.
Assessing Netanyahu’s Not-So-Great DC Trip
Roughly half of the Democratic caucus members in both the House and the Senate boycotted Netanyahu’s speech.
Ushi Teitelbaum: Democratic Excitement Over Kamala
“The Dems were coming from a poor position with Biden. So for them, Kamala’s candidacy is big excitement.”
Looking for a Middle Around the Edges of Bibi’s Visit
There was the split screen—on one side, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressing a joint session of Congress and calling Americans who protest his war...