Israel
Reform Movement Responds to International Court of Justice Ruling on Israel-Hamas War
The ICJ has done a disservice to those around the world who are truly victims of genocidal regimes acting with intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnic, racial, or religious group – as defined under international law.
North American Reform Jewish Movement Renews Call for Release of Hostages Held by Hamas
As we mark the 100th day of the war initiated by Hamas's brutal terrorist attack on communities in southern Israel, the North American Reform Movement raises our collective Reform Jewish voice to demand the liberation of the more than one hundred thirty hostages held in captivity by Hamas since October 7.
Israel: A Toolkit
At the URJ, we aim to provide you with timely tools you can use in your congregations and communities. In this moment, we know that resources for discussing and understanding Israel are more important than ever.
Civil Discourse – How to Facilitate Productive Conversations about Hard Topics
The guide below offers some frameworks and shared agreements for structured group conversation as well as some suggested questions.
Reform Movement Applauds Partial Hostage Release Deal; Urges Continued Advocacy for Hostages
We are grateful and relieved that a deal to release some of the hostages has been agreed to, along with increased humanitarian aid for innocent civilians in Gaza, and we pray the first 50 hostages will be released imminently.
