The Latest Breaking News from Jewish Federations of North America

Most Jewish Americans say antisemitism now part of daily life, new survey finds

The new survey on the Oct. 7 anniversary shows the effects of rising antisemitism

Axios · Oct 6, 2025

Jews around the world send Rosh Hashana wishes to detained reporter Evan Gershkovich

The Wall Street Journal reporter has been held in Russia since March. Thousands have written him letters for the Jewish new year, as the campaign for his release hones in on next week's U.N. meeting.

WEKU · Sep 15, 2023

Letters Slam Major Jewish Organizations For Criticizing Netanyahu Government

The Eretz HaKodesh & other Jewish organizations criticized a letter expressing concerns over Benjamin Netanyahu’s new government.

Zenger · Jan 9, 2023

For Jews fleeing Ukraine, Passover takes on new meaning

Jews in war-torn Ukraine as well as those fleeing the country are getting ready to celebrate Passover on Friday

The Independent UK · Apr 12, 2022

West assails Russian 'barbarism' as Ukrainians shelter from bombardment

Western leaders piled on military and humanitarian aid for Ukraine on Thursday and denounced Moscow's invasion of its neighbour as "barbarism" as thousands in besieged cities sheltered underground from Russian bombardment.

Reuters · Mar 24, 2022

Jewish Federations eye security improvements for communities

The Jewish Federations of North America, or JFNA, is working to bolster security across Jewish communities

The Independent UK · Feb 1, 2022