Jewish History

Palestinian attacks on civilians have been a feature of life in Israel since even before the country’s establishment.

Holy to both Jews and Muslims, this area in Jerusalem's Old City has been a focal point of inter-religious tension for decades.

Like many others, Jews participated in the trans-Atlantic slave trade, but they by no means dominated it.

Anti-Jewish violence sweeping the Russian Empire in the late 19th century spurred many Jews to emigrate and organize politically.

Key moments in the Jewish state's history.

From Hitler's rise to power to the Nuremberg trials, key events of the Shoah.

What you need to know about the world's oldest hatred.

An overview of these Jewish communities in the West Bank — and why they are so controversial.

All about the movement for Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions against Israel.

The oldest and largest of the three Jewish communities in India.

The purported burial site of Purim's Persian queen was a pilgrimage site for Iran's Jews.

Piecing together legends and stories.