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Rolene Marks is a journalist and commentator specializing in Israeli advocacy, global Jewish affairs, and Middle Eastern politics for JNS.org. A passionate advocate for Israel, she frequently appears on radio, television, and in print to provide insightful analysis and counter media bias. She is a member of Media Team Israel and Truth be Told, both dedicated to promoting accurate reporting on Israel. Additionally, she serves as the Chairperson of WIZO’s Hasbara Division, where she leads efforts in public diplomacy and advocacy.

A Telfed gathering in Herzliya brought together a cross-section of remarkable speakers who shared stories of tragedy and triumph, heroism and hope.
Following the atrocities of Oct. 7, 2023, several prominent leaders—including businessman Warren Mundine—have come out strongly in support of Israel.
“It is disturbing that only Israeli athletes were singled out for harassment,” the South African Jewish Board of Deputies says.
“We are committed to working constructively with the government to rebuild trust,” Zionist Federation president Jeremy Leibler tells JNS.
Man’s best friend can also be his best therapist, according to Liran Dimri, the dog program coordinator at Belev Echad.
SAZF’s Rowan Polovin says what the ANC fears is that “exposure to the truth will shatter the lazy, dogmatic narrative they have clung to for years.”
Titled “When words fail you,” nine bereaved women participated in the opening at the Multidisciplinary Center in Modi’in.
Antisemitism is a key factor in the international media’s decision to peddle the Hamas narrative, Maj. (ret.) Andrew Fox tells JNS.
Jewish leaders call for “constructive diplomacy” following the U.S. expulsion of South Africa’s ambassador, Ebrahim Rasool.