Haaretz Podcast How 2025 rocked the Jewish world: From Gaza to Mamdani to Bondi
Jan 2, 2026
Esther Solomon, the Editor-in-chief of Haaretz English, dives into the significant role of independent media and the backlash surrounding the antisemitism conference in Jerusalem. Peter Beinart, a journalist and author, shares his evolving views on Israel post-Gaza war, expressing concern over moral dilemmas and the impact on Jewish identity. The conversation highlights global antisemitism and political shifts, while offering personal stories from affected communities, emphasizing the urgent need for dialogue and response in a troubled year.
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Rabbi Speaks After Meeting Hostage Families
- Delphine Horvilleur traveled to Israel, met hostages' families, and decided to speak out using Jewish textual tradition.
- Her public criticism drew denial, calls for silence, and even death threats from parts of the Jewish community.
Erosion Of Red Lines Around Israel
- Peter Beinart said Gaza's destruction revealed that no red lines were enforced for Israeli actions.
- He warned that broad acceptance of mass expulsion across political camps marked a catastrophic moral shift.
Call For Honest Communal Accountability
- Rabbi Yosef Blau urged confronting settler violence and acknowledging Gaza's humanitarian crisis publicly.
- He emphasized honesty about responsibility while recognizing Hamas' role in causing famine.