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Newsletter 5.12.25

This week, JPPI launched a broad public campaign in support of a “Thin Constitution,” aiming to turn it into a standard accepted by all parties ahead of the upcoming elections. The need for a Thin Constitution is clearer than ever: had it been in force, the controversy surrounding Netanyahu’s trial and the pardon he is seeking would have been rendered unnecessary. Likewise, we would have been spared the harsh words exchanged yesterday between the Minister of Justice and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. A Thin Constitution would provide stability for Israeli democracy in an era of extreme polarization....
Newsletter 5.12.25

Newsletter 29.4.25

Since last Memorial Day, 316 IDF soldiers – our finest sons and daughters – have paid with their lives in defense of Israeli sovereignty. “With their death, they commanded us to live” (H.N. Bialik). It is our sacred responsibility to give their lives a national meaning that justifies the private loss. Will we know how to do this even in an era of fierce division?

Newsletter 20.3.25

A civil struggle is unfolding in Israel as the government, which does not enjoy the public's trust, seeks to oust two of its most important gatekeepers – the attorney general and the head of the Shin Bet. At the very same time, Israel is resuming its fight in Gaza and a large-scale mobilization may be required. This is an especially dangerous combination of circumstances. Will the government know how to restore calm on the domestic front in order to unite forces against the external threat?

Newsletter 27.2.25

Yesterday, Israel buried Shiri Bibas and her two young sons –  a galvanizing symbol of the tragedy of 10/7. Our grief and anger are immeasurable, but it should not legitimize a discourse of revenge. While forced transfer of Gazans must be rejected, we should join forces with the U.S. in forging a new geopolitical balance in the region, which will secure our future.

Newsletter 6.2.25

President Trump entered the White House with tornado force. In addition to his help in returning the hostages, he has put proposals on the table that could fundamentally change the Middle Eastern reality. A JPPI survey shows that a vast majority of Israelis support his proposals, and about half believe they should be promoted. Indeed, the opportunities are many – and so are the risks.

Newsletter 15.1.25

Israel faces two major decisions. On the geopolitical front, a hostage deal is being finalized. A recent JPPI survey shows public support for the deal, but an unwillingness to end the war as long as Hamas controls Gaza. On the domestic front, the Minister of Justice has backed away from the original contours of the judicial reform package and is putting forward new ideas.

Newsletter 22.12.24

Opening: Israel is defeating its enemies on seven fronts, but 100 hostages remain in captivity. On Friday, JPPI published a diverse collection of positions taken by Israeli religious thinkers on a possible deal for their release.

Newsletter 24.11.24

Opening: The pace of events is dizzying: in Washington, the nascent Trump administration is revving up its engines; in The Hague, Israeli leaders are accused of war crimes; in Amsterdam, Israelis are beaten in the streets; in Jerusalem, the judicial reform is reemerging. And at the same time, the war continues on seven fronts. Our newsletter describes and analyzes some of these dramatic events, which are shaping the Israeli and Jewish future.

Newsletter 30.10.24

Opening: Israel’s attack on Iran made it clear that we are ready for an all-out offensive on the octopus itself, after cutting off its arms in Gaza and Lebanon. We are paying a heavy price in blood, and the abductees are  not yet home, but the strategic situation has improved dramatically and a decisive victory is within reach on all fronts. The decisive moment in the battle for the US presidency is also approaching. Its results will affect not only the US and the Middle East, but the future of the entire world.

Newsletter 16.9.24

Opening: Congratulations to four treasured members of the JPPI family – to Elliott Abrams, Dennis Ross and Yaakov Katz for their role in organizing the MEAD Summit in Washington, where bipartisan support for Israel was robust; and to Stu Eizenstat who was just awarded France's highest honor – Officier de la Légion d'Honneur. We are blessed, Kol hakavod to them all.