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Yuval Raphael pays homage to Theodor Herzl’s iconic Basel photo
The photo of Raphael on Friday was snapped in the same location where Herzl posed in 1901 when he was attending the fifth Zionist Congress.
Herzl's dynasty is gone, but his heirs are the Israeli people - opinion
Independence Day 2025: A 'conversation' with great figures of Israeli, Zionist history - opinion
Post–October 7 unity breathes new life into Herzl's Zionist vision – opinion
Editor's Notes: Why are influencers taking over the WZC? - comment
One thing is certain: these elections will shape the future of Zionist institutions for years to come.
This week in Jewish history: Herzl writes Der Judenstaat, Byzantines betray the Jews
A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars.
'Theodor' returns to Israeli Opera
The opera attempts to answer why and how Zionism – and our own existence as Hebrew-speaking Jews in Israel – emerged.
WZO’s future in 2025: Relevance, resilience, and the Jewish people’s mission - interview
ZIONIST AFFAIRS: Verstandig sat down with Yaakov Hagoel, chairman of the WZO, to explore its vision, mission, and desired impact on the future of the Jewish people.
It is time for a new vision of Zionism - opinion
After almost 77 years, it seems that Zionism has deviated from its path and needs to recalculate its course.
From Herzl to Herzel: The ongoing struggle over the Zionist identity of the Jewish state - opinion
"While Israel has invested significantly in building military strength, forging peace treaties, and improving strategic capabilities, recent years have seen our democratic values steadily eroding."
Will Isaac Herzog be remembered among his historic family? - opinion
It must be asked: What qualities does he display now, halfway through his seven-year term? How does he envisage his legacy, compared to that of other Herzogs?
It's our responsibility as Jews to revisit, educate ourselves on our own history - opinion
"A generation without history is a generation that not only loses a nation’s memory but loses a sense of what it’s like to be inside a human skin.”
Israeli Opera ‘Theodor’ debuts in New York
The Israeli opera 'Theodor: The Unknown Story of Herzl' debuted in New York, showcasing Herzl’s Zionist vision through a powerful musical performance.
Israel must give up managing the conflict and choose winning it - opinion
Since the 1880s, Zionists have aimed to enrich Palestinians to foster peace. Yet, despite this approach, conflict and violence continue.
The unity of the Jewish people is the key to defeating our enemies - opinion
While Jewish divisions are often highlighted, true unity emerges during crises, revealing the enduring solidarity of the Jewish people both in Israel and the Diaspora.
