Orthodox Jews

Netanyahu's inner circle is now almost entirely religious, cabinet secretary says

Fuchs spoke on "Religious Jews in Senior Positions: Dilemmas and Challenges" at the second annual conference held at Jerusalem's International Conference Center by Zomet Institute and Makor Rishon. 

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Cabinet Secretary Yossi Fuchs speaks at the Zomet Institute and Makor Rishon Conference on October 20, 2026.
A Jewish man blows a shofar at the Western Wall in Jerusalem’s Old City during the final Selichot prayers ahead of Yom Kippur, September 19, 2026.

Most Israeli Jews fast on Yom Kippur, while over half take part in prayer services, survey finds

Only a small number of those reported to be fasting partially or not at all are older people, according to the survey data, suggesting that the reasons are more linked to health or principle.

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A haredi (ultra-Orthodox) protester argues with a police officer outside the Jerusalem IDF recruitment center, April 12, 2026.

Givati situation must teach IDF it has no time for diversions by religion, egalitarianism - comment

As the IDF incorporates more religious soldiers and more women, it will need to demonstrate common sense, sensitivity, and flexibility.

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MEASURE OF HOPE: Celebrating freed hostages on Simchat Torah in Moshav Lavon, Oct. 14, 2025.

Beyond outrage: Building communities that can fight antisemitism - opinion

It was another painful reminder that antisemitism continues to evolve in both its visibility and its brazenness. The incidents are under investigation by the NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force.

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Kol Israel calls for unity in WZO elections amid Orthodox-liberal tensions – opinion

Kol Israel pushes for Jewish unity, innovation, and an end to religious divides in WZO elections.

FEBRUARY 19, 2025ByDAVID YAARI, FLEUR HASSAN-NAHOUM
A silhouette of Theodor Herzl, the founder of modern Zionism, is displayed near a flag of the state of Israel on a building in Jerusalem.

OU Israel inaugurates new Jerusalem headquarters as President Herzog praises its role during crisis

“At this time of crisis, OU Israel says ‘Here I am,’” President Herzog declares at ceremony.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Rabbi Avi Berman speaking at the new OU Center in Jerusalem

Transgender Jews fear for safety as Trump targets their rights

Jewish LGBTQ+ families fear what’s next as Trump targets trans rights.

FEBRUARY 1, 2025ByASAF ELIA-SHALEV/JTA
A person wears a pride-themed yarmulke in the West Village in New York City, on June 26, 2020.

An installation in Pennsylvania marks a milestone in the journey of Orthodox women rabbinic leaders

Orthodox women break the glass ceiling by leading their own congregations.

JANUARY 22, 2025ByRABBA SARA HURWITZ/ JTA
Yeshivat Maharat students attend a graduation ceremony in New York, June 17, 2019.

Post-trauma, then and now: Erez Tadmor's 'Soda' explores Holocaust survivors' stories

Tadmor is an extremely prolific and versatile filmmaker who released a drama film about a shelter for orphans in south Tel Aviv.

JANUARY 18, 2025ByHANNAH BROWN
LIOR RAZ and Rotem Sela in Erez Tadmor’s ‘Soda.’

‘Shalom, friends’: Jews on TikTok prepare for app’s possible ban after Supreme Court ruling

Jewish content creators reflect on TikTok’s legacy in building awareness and community as a ban looms.

JANUARY 17, 2025ByANDREW LAPIN/JTA
Jewish TikTok influencers prepare for the app's ban.

First-ever Solomon Schechter day school in North America goes Orthodox

Schechter Queens has voted to rename itself, completely dropping the appellation associated with what was once the largest Jewish denomination in the US. It will be known as Queens Hebrew Academy.

JANUARY 7, 2025ByJACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
Schechter Queens students participate in school activities, including a Hanukkah dreidel competition.

American Orthodox Jews face challenges in finding a spouse, study reveals

The study included surveys of more than 2,300 single Orthodox Jews, primarily users of Jewish dating platforms, conducted between February 5 and March 6, 2020.

DECEMBER 24, 2024ByRAQUEL GUERTZENSTEIN FROHLICH
An ultra-Orthodox couple watches the sea during a storm in the Mediterranean coast of the city of Ashkelon, Israel January 19, 2018.

Ryan Turell bringing energy and passion to Israeli hoops

Turell was selected in the first round of the 2022 NBA G League draft by the Motor City Cruise, becoming the first orthodox Jew selected in the G League draft.

DECEMBER 5, 2024ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
AFTER A pair of seasons in the NBA G League, former Yeshiva University star Ryan Turell is playing in Israel now with Ness Ziona.

Man charged with shooting Chicago Orthodox Jew had map of potential Jewish targets 

His phone also had over 100 "antisemitic and pro-Hamas" videos and images, the prosecutor added.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024ByMATHILDA HELLER
Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi