It's been a rough year for the mayor, who says he visits the graves of the  Lubavitcher Rebbe and the  Ribnitzer Rebbe, when he goes through 'difficult times';  Mayor makes remarks during roundtable for Jewish reporters

Combat Antisemitism Movement conference in Vienna brings together local community leaders to warn of growing antisemitic sentiment and come up with solutions as most European Jews consider emigrating

Jewish Agency Chairman Doron Almog talks about the agency's Global Glow initiative, calling for Jewish unity and resilience in times of war

Terrorists destroyed Shifra Noy’s home in Nahal Oz on October 7, but a Hanukkah menorah gifted by her daughter, Dorit, survived the flames; In time for Hanukkah, the menorah was returned to the family in an emotional moment of light amid the tragedy

Since the Second Intifada, the Jewish Agency's Fund for Victims of Terror has gained extensive experience in assisting those affected, but the events of October 7 presented unprecedented challenges. 'The scale was enormous, and our first challenge was reaching everyone,' says Ayelet Nahmias-Verbin, the fund's chair. 'When I went to seek help from community members in Australia, I couldn’t stop crying.' The fund quickly recognized that addressing the needs of direct victims was not enough; support had to extend to their families as well. One such family is that of Lishay Miran Lavi and her daughters, 3-year-old Roni and 1-year-old Alma, whose father Omri was abducted to Gaza. For over 440 days, they have been waiting for his return. 'Alongside the fund's assistance, Ayelet has been by my side, holding my hand when the pain is too much,' says Lishay. 'We can’t heal until Omri comes back.' If you also have a prayer for a little light in the coming year, join us in lighting a candle on the Jewish Agency's digital menorah on Ynet, spreading the light of the Jewish community in Israel and around the world.