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Josh Hasten

Josh Hasten is a Middle East correspondent for JNS. He is co-host of the JNS podcast “Jerusalem Minute,” as well as the host of the JNS podcast “Judeacation.” He also hosts the weekly radio program “Israel Uncensored” on “The Land of Israel Radio Network.” An award-winning freelance journalist, he writes regularly for JNS and other publications. He is also a sought-after guest for television and radio interviews on current events in Israel, having appeared on CNN, BBC, Sky News, Fox, APTV, WABC, ILTV, i24News, and many others.

Palestinians take over Joseph's Tomb in Nablus in 2000. It was under Israeli control until the tomb was attacked by a Palestinian mob. Photo by Flash90.
Israel News
Pilgrimage to Joseph’s Tomb an increasingly perilous journey
Every visit to the Jewish holy site in Nablus since March has been attacked by terrorists.
Dec. 25, 2022
Josh Hasten
Great Neck, New York, Mayor Dr. Pedram Bral (left) and Binyamin Regional CounciI head Israel Ganz sign a friendship and cooperation agreement last week. Courtesy of the Heartland Initiative.
U.S. News
Great Neck, NY, signs ‘sister pact’ with Israeli towns
Heartland Initiative builds bridges between Jewish, Druze communities and the Long Island village.
Dec. 7, 2022
Josh Hasten
Ari Fuld
Israel News
A Zionist paragon is honored, four years after his heroic death
Ari Fuld fought for the Jewish people on the battlefield and in cyberspace.
Nov. 28, 2022
Josh Hasten
Superfan Amit Kaminsky holds aloft the colors of Hapoel Tel Aviv F.C. Credit: Courtesy.
Feature
Despite lack of diplomatic ties, Israelis flock to World Cup
Fans find creative ways to attend Qatar soccer tournament, with hopes of future normalization.
Nov. 13, 2022
Josh Hasten
Mike Dube from the Sharing Seats NGO and his son sit courtside at the Nets-Pacers game at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, Oct. 31, 2022. Courtesy photo.
Antisemitism
Pressure mounts on Amazon to stop selling anti-Semitic film
Apple, Spotify and Barnes & Noble also offer the film promoted by NBA star Kyrie Irving.
Nov. 8, 2022
Josh Hasten
IDF fighters take a break at a Warm Corner. Courtesy of Yashar LaChayal.
Feature
‘Pinot Chamot’ provide warm welcome, respite for IDF soldiers
At “Warm Corners” canteens operated throughout the country by Yashar LaChayal (“Direct to the Soldier”) volunteers provide IDF soldiers the opportunity to grab a cold drink or take a load off.
Oct. 26, 2022
Josh Hasten
Efrat residents gather in the city's Sukkah of Peace, Oct. 16, 2022. Photo by Josh Hasten.
Jewish Life
Efrat’s Sukkah of Peace: Building hope from the ground up
Residents of Gush Etzion city host Arab neighbors to build bridges.
Oct. 18, 2022
Josh Hasten
Lital and Zohar Aizenberg smile at their Mi Casa Tu Casa bed and breakfast in Moshav Vered Yericho, with the city of Jericho in the background, Sept. 29, 2022. Credit: Josh Hasten.
Israel News
Booking.com, in volte-face, labels non-Jews’ listings as well
All search results for accommodation in Judea and Samara include a “conflict-afflicted” advisory.
Oct. 2, 2022
Josh Hasten
“Time Tunnel – Japan and the Jews” will be open to the public in Haifa for the next six months. Credit: Anat Charmoni.
Feature
‘Time Tunnel—Japan and the Jews’ opens at Tikotin Museum
Five artists from Japan present new perspectives on the Holocaust.
Sept. 18, 2022
Josh Hasten
A cat sits on a garbage bin overlooking the Beit Safafa neighborhood in Jerusalem, Feb. 11, 2019. Credit: Hadas Parush/Flash90.
News
Southern Jerusalem housing project advances, despite opposition
Pending final approval, Givat Hashaked will provide homes for 700 families near the armistice line in the city.
Sept. 11, 2022
Josh Hasten
Tevel Argental (right) and her counselor at Camp Simcha. Credit: Chai Lifeline.
Feature
How those suffering from cancer become ‘me’ at Camp Simcha
The U.S. summer camp offers Israeli and American Jewish children an opportunity to let go and be themselves.
Aug. 2, 2022
Josh Hasten
Enes Kanter Freedom walks to the Western Wall in Israel, there to help train kids at a youth basketball camp in Israel, August 2022. Photo by Josh Hasten. Credit: Bnai Zion.
Feature
NBA’s ‘Freedom’ spreads message of peace through sports in Israel
Enes Kanter Freedom says, “I always wanted to be a voice for those who don’t have one. G-d gave me a platform, and I asked myself what can I do to educate the next generation.”
Aug. 1, 2022
Josh Hasten
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