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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.
Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor has angered the Jewish community and opposition parties in parliament.
“Her Royal Highness and the Royal Family remain in the hearts and minds of all Israelis as we pray for The Princess’s return to full health,” tweeted Tzipi Hotovely.
Relations between the two countries’ governments hit an all-time low following Pretoria’s expressions of support for Hamas.
The future king is slated to visit a synagogue and meet with activists fighting antisemitism.
“People walking along this picturesque riverside lane named after her can know they are doing so in safety because of the service she performed,” said the city’s mayor, Shalom Ben-Moshe.
“There is political interference stemming from South Africa’s relationship with Iran, Hamas, Qatar and others that is now starting to affect the local Jewish community,” said the South African Zionist Federation.
“The community feels huge disappointment with a president and his cabinet who seem totally immune to the atrocities suffered by Israel at the hands of Hamas.”
MWU turns Kfar Maccabiah into a village to accommodate evacuees from Sderot and the surroundings.