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Raphael Poch

Raphael Poch

Raphael Poch is director of public relations and communications for Aish; a former spokesperson for United Hatzalah; and a freelance writer, media consultant and theater director. He has worked in journalism and communications for more than a decade. He lives with his family in Efrat.

Since Oct. 7, Jewish communities worldwide have been experiencing an awakening as people seek deeper meaning and connection to their heritage.
Court orders review of how Oct. 7 terrorists are treated as tensions rise over judicial oversight.
Out of 89 city, municipal and regional council leaders, only six attended the meeting with OC Northern Command Maj. Gen. Uri Gordin.
Health professionals volunteer to help people living rough.
The program, aimed at women aged 30-50, aims to tap into the vast pool of professional experience and skills that this cohort possesses, bridging a crucial gap in the military’s capabilities.
Despite the focus on Israel, “we still have a part to play in our Jewish narrative around the globe,” says World Jewish Relief CEO.
A spokesperson for the dept. told JNS that 14,000 newly disabled veterans are expected by the end of the calendar year, in addition to the 6,000 already registered since Oct. 7.
“If only one-fifth of the evacuee families go bankrupt I think that will be a good outcome.”
Survivors demand compensation similar to that provided after the 2021 Meron crowd crush disaster.