Updates on the Ground

Jewish Federations of North America 09.1.24

Jewish Federations are devastated at the news that Hamas has killed six more hostages, among them the American Hersh Goldberg-Polin z”l, whose story we have come to know so well through the tireless advocacy of his parents Rachel and Jon. We mourn the loss of these innocents, Hersh, Eden Y…

Jewish Federations of North America 08.29.24

October 7 War, Day 328

Please see this updated FAQ document on current volunteer opportunities in Israel. 

 

Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Activities

  • Following the major assault by Hezbollah earlier in the week (see Jewish Federations of North America’s update h…

Jewish Federations of North America 08.25.24

Overnight, a major escalation took place in Israel’s north. Thankfully, at this stage, there are no reports of Israeli lives lost, and the immediate threats to Israel seem to be over for now.

 

Background

  • Ever since the assassination of Hezbollah leader Fuad Shukr in…

Jewish Federations of North America 08.22.24

War in Israel: Update on Current Situation
Gaza War Day 321

Israel Defense Forces (IDF)

  • Intense bombardments by Hezbollah on Israel’s north have continued over the past few days, with dozens of rockets and UAVs being deployed by the terror group each day. Damage, wildfires a…