Prime Minister

On Jewish issues, new UK Prime Minister Liz Truss looks to continue in Boris Johnson’s footsteps

The conservative politician has pro-Israel credentials and comes from a background similar to that of many London Jews.

Netanyahu gives up all ministerial portfolios due to corruption charges

Netanyahu does not have to resign as prime minister.

Canada formally apologizes for turning away 907 Jewish refugees on the St. Louis in 1939

Justin Trudeau invoked the shooting attack on a Pittsburgh synagogue, calling it a "tragic reminder" that anti-Semitism still exists in Canada and elsewhere.

Israel

Knesset restores war powers to Cabinet, saying prime minister and defense minister can’t act alone

Global

Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull visits Sydney yeshiva with grandson, prepares challah

Global

New Polish prime minister refers to rescue of ‘Jewish brothers’ in his inaugural address

Global

Knife-carrying man arrested near British prime minister’s office was on Mavi Marmara flotilla

Israel

Israeli prime minister, president to have private plane

Israel

Shamir remembered for saying little, standing strong

Israel

At funeral, Israel’s leaders praise Shamir’s dedication and service

Sections

Get JTA in your inbox

Get JTA in your inbox

Get JTA in your inbox