Israel at War Toolkit

Who are Jews? What is their history? What motivates anti-Jewish prejudice and violence?
By looking at the origins of Jews, and their history as outsiders, starting in the ancient world, we can begin to understand antisemitism and anti-Judaism — two terms for anti-Jewish prejudice.

Who are European Jews? There is no easy answer to what defines someone’s
identity as Jewish, as there are cultural, ethnic, religious, political, family and personal implications. Jewish may refer to both a people and a religion.

Following the defeat of the Ottoman Empire in World War I, the British assumed control of Palestine. In November 1917, the British government issued the Balfour Declaration, announcing its intention to facilitate the "establishment in Palestine of a national home for the Jewish people."

The Mission advances Israeli policy on the front lines of multilateral diplomacy in dozens of international organizations in Geneva. The Mission's personnel engages daily on issues as diverse as global health, international law, economic development, refugee crises, trade, the environment, arms control and human rights.

Relations between Israel, the UAE and Bahrain, and their possible influence on the world. Israel recently shook the world by signing treaties with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain. It had previously concluded treaties in the Arab world with Egypt (in 1979) and Jordan (1994), bringing benefits for both parties.

The phrase “Muslim Zionist” may sound a bit contradictory, but it is exactly how Yahya Mahamid describes himself. Mahamid is an Israeli-born Muslim and a staunch defender of the Israeli state. So much so that he volunteered to be drafted into the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). After defending his country, Mahamid is now committed to educating others about antisemitism and misinformation about Israel.

A common misperception is that all the Jews were forced into the Diaspora by the Romans after the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in the year 70 C.E. and then, 1,800 years later, suddenly returned to Palestine demanding their country back. In reality, the Jewish people have maintained ties to their historic homeland for more than 3,700 years. The Jewish people base their claim to the Land of Israel on at least four premises: 1) the Jewish people settled and developed the land;

Christians United for Israel is a grassroots organization. We operate with a very small paid staff and depend heavily on our volunteer leaders. The dedicated men and women who donate their time to do the heavy lifting in the field are our most valuable resource. From the leadership of our executive board to the local leaders in each city, these volunteers play a critical role in making Israel stronger and her people safer.

DiploAct is dedicated to telling the full, nuanced story of Israel and the Jewish people. In an age of constant vilification of Israel, it is crucial to share an accurate depiction of the Israel narrative. Through vigorous social media activity, comprehensive educational programs, and pointed international delegations, we strive to reshape global perspectives by revealing the real Israel.

Copyright 2017 UN Watch | EPIC MOMENT: U.N. stunned, Palestinian delegates in shock, as UN Watch brings surprise guest speaker—Palestinian Mosab Hassan Yousef—to expose PLO lies. Watch heads turn!

In the heightened rhetoric of the present day and especially in the aftermath of Israel’s war against Hamas following the October 7,2023 attack, Israel is often accused of committing “genocide,” “acts of genocide” or of having “genocidal intent” against the Palestinians.