Category: October 7 war

Private Pain, Public Lesson: The October 7th Video the World Must See

September 2, 2025

I think this important presentation was very poorly done – an unusual and disappointing result for Prime Minister Netanyahu, who is recognized by those who love him and those who hate him as a master at public speaking and use of media platforms. The 47-minute documentary of the October 7th horrors taken from Hamas go-pros and … More Private Pain, Public Lesson: The October 7th Video the World Must See

We can’t shut the window on October 7th

August 25, 2025

What could feel more home-like? A perfect tableau: a freshly baked pie, charming knick-knacks, and the peaceful greenery outside the kitchen window… an incomprehensible contrast to what my mind knows happened here. Kibbutz Re’eim. Peaceful. Lovely. 97% heaven. An older couple invited us in for coffee. They told us about their children and grandchildren. About … More We can’t shut the window on October 7th

“My son will remain a hostage in Gaza until we decide.”

August 24, 2025

Ditza Or makes many secular people uncomfortable. Her clothing marks her as a religious Jew, which, for some, is unsettling in itself. But it isn’t her appearance that disturbs—it’s her words. Ditza’s son, Avinatan, is being held hostage in Gaza. To most of the world, he is known as Noa Argamani’s boyfriend—the handsome man who, … More “My son will remain a hostage in Gaza until we decide.”

Q&A with Jews Who Don’t Realize They Are Anti-Israel

July 20, 2025

Normally, I write stories. This is a different kind of story – a real conversation I had online with Jews who don’t live in Israel but follow the situation closely, support Israeli causes, and even participate in Israeli groups. Which is why their perspective was so upsetting. It is one thing when hateful people spout … More Q&A with Jews Who Don’t Realize They Are Anti-Israel

What do you say to a mother with a broken heart?

July 17, 2025

This sign stands in the traffic circle at the entrance to our neighborhood. It reads: “The community of the French Carmel bows its head in mourning for Sergeant First Class (Res.) Benyamin Asulin, of blessed memory, who fell in battle.” The shiva for Benny Asulin is over, and already there are other soldiers to bury. … More What do you say to a mother with a broken heart?