Tag: religious politics

Vice President JD Vance to Address Republican Jewish Coalition Amid Tensions Over Israel and Antisemitism Concerns

September 1, 2026

Vice President JD Vance is set to address the Republican Jewish Coalition privately on Monday, amidst heightened tensions concerning Israel and antisemitism. This closed-door meeting is part of the coalition’s annual gathering and aims to…

Trump’s Alleged Antisemitism Claims in Universities Deemed as Financial Extortion by Whistleblower

September 1, 2026

In recent developments, the Trump administration’s campaign against antisemitism on university campuses has come under scrutiny. The administration’s Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism, operating under the Department of Justice and the Department of Health and…

“Christian Zionist Group Lobbying U.S. Lawmakers on Israel, Funded Secretly by Israeli Government”

August 31, 2026

In recent developments, a prominent Christian Zionist group, Eagles’ Wings, has been actively lobbying U.S. lawmakers on behalf of Israel, though it has not disclosed that its efforts are funded by the Israeli Ministry of…

Israel Reconsiders Ban on Catholic Patriarch’s Entry to Holy Sepulchre Following International Backlash

August 31, 2026

In a significant shift, Israel has reconsidered its decision to ban the entry of the Catholic Patriarch to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem following a wave of international backlash. This development comes…

“25 Years After Durban: How Anti-Israel Rhetoric Gained Mainstream Traction”

August 31, 2026

Twenty-five years ago, the World Conference against Racism in Durban, South Africa, marked a significant moment in global discussions on racism and Israel. Initially intended as a platform to combat racism, the conference became a…

Turkish President Condemned for Calling Zionism ‘Genocidal’ and Invoking Holocaust Against Israel; Israel Accuses Erdogan of Incitement

August 30, 2026

In a recent development, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has faced condemnation for his remarks labeling Zionism as a “genocidal ideology” and invoking the Holocaust in his criticism of Israel. During a speech on Friday,…

“25 Years After Durban Conference: Reflection on Its Impact on Modern Anti-Israel Rhetoric”

August 30, 2026

In 2026, the 25th anniversary of the UN World Conference Against Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance, commonly known as the Durban Conference, was marked by reflection on its complex legacy. Held in South…

Cardinal Cupich Stands with Jews Against Antisemitism, Affirms Jewish-Catholic Covenant

August 30, 2026

In a significant gesture of solidarity, Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, has expressed his support for the Jewish people and voiced a strong stance against antisemitism. This move comes amid rising concerns over…

Sally Rooney’s “Intermezzo” to be Published in Hebrew by BDS-Compliant Publishers Amid Political Debates

August 30, 2026

In a notable development, bestselling Irish novelist Sally Rooney has reached an agreement to publish her latest novel, “Intermezzo,” in Hebrew. This collaboration involves Israeli publishers who are deemed compliant with the Boycott, Divestment, and…

Catholic Priest’s Critique of Christian Zionism Sparks Debate on Misrepresentation and Theological Nuances

August 30, 2026

In a recent article titled “The flaws of Christian Zionism,” published in America Magazine: The Jesuit Review, Israeli Catholic priest and Patriarchal Vicar Emeritus of Hebrew-speaking Catholics in Israel, David Mark Neuhaus, S.J., critiques what…