Well, folks, buckle up because I’m about to take you on a wild ride through the shadowy world of Cold War espionage and its surprising impact on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Who knew that the KGB, those masters of cloak-and-dagger shenanigans,…
As I sit here, reflecting on the events of the past few days, I can hardly believe what I’ve been through. My name is Rami, and I never imagined I’d become an unlikely hero in one of Israel’s most tragic…
It was supposed to be a normal Shabbat morning. As I arrived at our synagogue in southern Israel at 7:30 AM on October 7th, I could never have imagined the horror that was about to unfold. The Terrifying Moment Everything…
On that fateful Saturday morning, I received the call that would change everything. My daughter, Nitzan, was trapped at a party in southern Israel as chaos erupted around her. Without hesitation, my son Amit and I jumped into action, determined…
My name is Itay Ram, and I’m about to share a story that will forever be etched in my memory. It’s a tale of survival, faith, and the inexplicable power of divine intervention that unfolded on October 7th in Kibbutz…
A Peaceful Vacation Turned Wartime Duty I never imagined my relaxing vacation in Israel would transform into a harrowing wartime experience. On October 6, 2023, I was Sammy Ben, an American tourist soaking up the sun and enjoying the sights.…
Yaron Avraham’s story is a testament to the power of human resilience and the capacity for profound personal transformation. Born into an extremist Muslim family in Israel, Yaron’s early life was marked by violence, hatred, and indoctrination. However, his remarkable…
The elite Yamam unit of Israel’s counter-terrorism forces recently accomplished what many deemed impossible: bringing home four hostages after eight months in captivity. This is their extraordinary story, told through the eyes of the brave individuals who made this miracle…
The Brutal Reality of Captivity Imagine being trapped in a cramped, unsanitary apartment, cut off from the outside world, with limited access to food and water. This was the horrifying reality for many hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. The captors…
A Unique Sabbath Adventure Picture this: a group of young students, who typically don’t observe the Sabbath, decide to give it a try. The prospect of spending this day of rest with friends seemed exciting and novel to them. While…
My thoughts drift back to the chaos and carnage of Gaza. The smell of gunpowder still lingers in my nostrils, and the sound of gunfire echoes in my ears. But it’s not fear that grips me – it’s an overwhelming…
As I walked through the halls of the rehab center at Teser Hospital, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe and respect for the wounded heroes surrounding me. This place, reminiscent of the Walter Reed Hospital in Washington…
As an IDF soldier, I’ve witnessed countless acts of bravery and sacrifice. But nothing could have prepared me for the day I became the subject of what many call a miracle. My name is Lieutenant Colonel Itai, and this is…
The Birth of a Banking Dynasty Picture this: It’s the 1760s and a young German Jew named Mayer Amschel Rothschild is about to start a banking empire that would make even Scrooge McDuck jealous. But here’s the kicker – he…
The Enigma of Otto Skorzeny Imagine a man so feared that even his enemies respected his ruthlessness. Otto Skorzeny, a former SS lieutenant colonel, was once Hitler’s favorite military officer. His fellow Nazis idolized his relentlessness, and American intelligence marked…
The Unexpected Phone Call It all started with a phone call to Rabbi Baruch Rosenblum, a well-known speaker in Israel. People often reach out to him with remarkable stories, but this one was extraordinary. On the other end of the…
The Shadows of History The most successful spies are the ones you’ve never heard of, the ones who move in the shadows and blend seamlessly into their surroundings. This is particularly true for the early spies of Israel, whose names…
A Diplomat with a Fierce Sense of Justice Feng-Shan Ho, a name that remains largely unknown to many, was a Chinese diplomat who risked everything to save thousands of Jews during the Holocaust. Unlike Oskar Schindler, whose heroism is widely…
The Holocaust stands as one of the darkest chapters in human history, a systematic campaign of persecution and genocide that targeted European Jews during World War II. As we look back on this tragic period, it’s crucial to remember the…
A Surge in Antisemitic Incidents In recent years, there has been a staggering 400% increase in antisemitic incidents. Reports from the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), the FBI, and the American Jewish Committee (AJC) all indicate sharp rises in hate speech, vandalism,…
