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Judah Pe'er

JFEED Author

Originally from New York, Judah made aliya in 2018 and served as a Lone Soldier in the IDF Rabbinate before joining JFeed. A veteran of the Knesset and over 300 days of reserves, he's sharing his love of Israel with readers around the world.

Taunggyi, Myanmar - 11 March 2021: Myanmar military cracks down on peaceful protesters.
Five years of junta rule

"All We Do is Cry:" Myanmar Begins Voting in "Sham" Election

Polling started on Sunday under heavy security, with voting set to take place in three phases across 265 of Myanmar’s 330 townships. As much as half the population may be excluded from the process.

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An illustration (probably from stuffed specimens).

Not dead yet

Dodo's Closest Relative Spotted in the Wild

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People light candles in memory of the victims of the mass shooting attack in Sydney targeting the Jewish community during Hanukkah celebrations, in Tel Aviv, on December 14, 2025.

Bondi Beach aftermath

Jewish Group Warned of Risk Weeks Before Bondi Beach Pogrom

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An Israeli reserve soldier kissing goodbye his child as he leaves for his deputy service, in Jerusalem, May 5, 2025.

Bearing the load

New IDF Policy Shift Triggers Reservist Family Backlash

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Young Israelis arrive at the IDF Bakum Reception and Sorting base in Tel Hashomer in Israel, on April 18, 2024.

Not enough soldiers

Report: IDF Considered Drafting Children of Foreign Workers in Late 2023

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Prime Minister's Chief of Staff Tzachi Braverman seen at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, March 13, 2024.

After Bennett

Iranian Hackers Claim to Have Broken Into iPhone of Key Netanyahu Aide

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A mural depicting Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei running, alongside the phrase “I RAN,” is seen on a street wall in Tel Aviv, July 21, 2025.

World War III

Iran Declares "Total War" on Israel, US, Europe

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Mayor-Elect Mamdani with a Palestinian flag in the background.

NYC Antisemitism

Latest Mamdani Pick Said Woman Destroying Hostage Posters Was "Hero"

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London, United Kingdom - May 21st 2023: Diaspora from Somaliland celebrate their Independence Day from Somalia at Trafalgar Square.

Independence

Celebrations in Somaliland, Fury in the UN: Reactions to Israel's Bold Diplomacy | WATCH

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View of Mount Hermon, in northern Israel, on March 11, 2025.

Cold Snap

Hermon Closes As Winter Tightens Grip on Israel | WATCH

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Storm Byron hits Israel, December 11, 2025

Cold Snap 2025

Winter Returns: Will it Snow in Jerusalem?

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Judah approaches Joseph.

Dvar Torah

Parshat Vayigash: When Judah Stands Up

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Doha, Qatar - December 2, 2022: The Qatari men walking at the Al Darab Saai at Umm Salal Mohamad in Doha, Qatar. During celebrate Qatar national day.

Qatargate

Explosive Admission: Mossad Labels Qatar a Source of Wartime Incitement

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IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir attends the funeral of Israeli soldier Hadar Goldin, who's body had been held captive by Hamas in Gaza since 2014 and released a few days ago, at the Kfar Saba military cemetery. November 11, 2025.

No more Swords of Iron

Zamir: "War of Revival" to Be Used Across IDF

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U.S. President Donald Trump attends a Hanukkah reception in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on December 16, 2025.

War on Terror

U.S. Launches Deadly Airstrikes on ISIS in Nigeria | WATCH

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Minister Orit Strook speaking with the protestors.

Total victory

Bereaved Families Protest Outside Cabinet Meeting Ahead of Trump Talks

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People enjoy at the Mahane Yehuda market in Jerusalem, February 5, 2018.

Wave of aliya

$270 Million: Syrian Jews Buy Jerusalem Towers in Landmark Deal

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Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich arrives to a conference of the Israeli newspaper Makor Rishon in Jerusalem, December 25, 2025.

Qatargate

Smotrich: PM’s Aides Who Worked for Qatar Should Face Prison

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A pot of soup simmering on the stove.

Just in time for the storm

Wintry Shabbat Orange Soup with Meatballs 

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Illustration of medical pills, August 24, 2024.

Obesity revolution

FDA Approves Pill Form of Weight Loss Injection

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