In spite of security threats and passport controversy, 2,000 people flock to the Ghriba synagogue in Djerba

After 5-year restoration project of Beirut’s only shul, community leaders hope to revive Jewish community

All 8,000 tickets to first performance sold out within two hours

Remaining buildings at settlement to be removed by Wednesday; source of fake documents unclear

With centuries of division to overcome, Francis’ historic trip to the region is unlikely to unite Christians

Greek Orthodox clergyman Father Gabriel Naddaf doesn’t just want Christians to serve in the IDF; he wants to forge a new, non-Arab identity for his flock

Netanyahu’s self-serving efforts to curb presidential powers threaten Israel’s longterm political stability

The Israeli press celebrates Tel Aviv’s Euroleague win, and picks apart Silvan Shalom’s possible run for top dog