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Balfour 100
Some of the stars who have been nominated for awards at our Night Of Heroes!
February 16, 2018, 12:54 pm
Meet the stars of Jewish News’ Night Of Heroes!
We look ahead to the glitziest night of the year where we'll honour our community's greatest mensches
By Ben Crome
Vladimir Sloutsker is the President & Co-Founder of The Israeli-Jewish Congress (IJC), a leading Israeli-based organization devoted to promoting Israel as a Jewish state and working defend & support Israel in the international community, especially in Europe. He has been widely recognized for his efforts in positively influencing the Jewish community and the State of Israel around the world.
November 2, 2017, 9:32 pm
OPINION – Vladimir Sloutsker: Building on the Balfour Declaration
Following his speech in London to UK and Israeli Government officials at the Centenary of the Balfour Declaration, Vladimir Sloutsker outlines his thoughts on the future of UK-Israel relations
By Vladimir Sloutsker
Palestinians next to the West Bank security barrier that separates them from Israel
November 2, 2017, 9:28 pm
Thousands of Palestinians protest Balfour centenary across West Bank
Demonstrators take to the streets across the Palestinian territories in opposition to celebrations of the document
By Jewish News Reporter
Prime Minister Theresa May with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a meeting in 10 Downing St, London. Photo credit: Joe Giddens/PA Wire
November 2, 2017, 9:18 pm
Theresa May tells Benjamin Netanyahu settlements are an obstacle to peace
British prime minister tells her Israeli opposite number to stop building in the West Bank as she welcomed him to London
By Jewish News Reporter
Chaim Weizmann at the signing of the Declaration of Independence
November 2, 2017, 10:55 am
Aliyah 100 list: Gone, but never forgotten
Here are 30 much-missed British-born men and women who helped build Israel
By Ben Chrome
The panel pouring over nominations
November 2, 2017, 10:54 am
A daunting task: The Aliyah 100
Settling on a list of the top 100 individuals who’ve made aliyah and shaped the modern state of Israel was a formidable task for the 22 people on our panel. Here’s how they reached their conclusions
By Andrew Gilbert
November 2, 2017, 10:53 am
The Aliyah 100 List
Our extensive list of flag bearers who shape the state of Israel and made a significant contribution
By Ben Chrome
Prime Minister Theresa May (Photo credit: Chris Radburn/PA Wire)
November 2, 2017, 10:40 am
One hundred Tory MPs sign Balfour centenary letter
Conservative politicians including the Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary mark the anniversary of the historic declaration
By Jewish News Reporter
November 2, 2017, 10:17 am
Watch Live: Jewish News-BICOM Balfour Centenary Conference
Tune in live from Parliament as leading policy makers, journalists, academics and diplomats discuss the most pressing issues for Israel and the Middle East
Former ambassador Mark Regev
November 2, 2017, 9:57 am
OPINION – Mark Regev: Reflecting on Balfour’s aims, 100 years on
Israel's ambassador to the UK looks at the goals of the historic document which signalled British support for Zionism
By Mark Regev
Simon Schama addressing the Balfour Centenary lecture Credit: Blake Ezra Photography
November 1, 2017, 11:10 pm
Simon Schama at Balfour lecture: ‘The life of Israel is Hitler’s failure’
Renowned historian says the Jewish state is a 'living, breathing democracy' upon the centenary of the Balfour Declaration
By Jenni Frazer
Arthur Balfour and the declaration which issued official sympathy for the Jewish national movement
November 1, 2017, 2:15 pm
OPINION: A vote that opened the road for the Balfour Declaration
Former Board of Deputies president Vivian Wineman reflects on a piece of British-Jewish history
By Vivian Wineman
Australian men and women in World War I uniforms recreate the last calvary charge that took place in The Battle of Beersheba Credit: EPA/JIM HOLLANDER
October 31, 2017, 2:12 pm
Battle of Beersheba re-enacted a century on to mark Australian PM’s Israel visit
More than 200 re-enactors take part in ceremony marking a century since an historic battle paving the way for Israel's existence
The flag of the Israeli Government, proclaiming the recognition of the government by Britain, was hoisted at the offices of the Israeli Government in Manchester Square, London
October 31, 2017, 11:25 am
OPINION: Declaration was the best thing Lord Balfour ever did
Acclaimed historian Andrew Roberts reflects on the significance of the document which signalled British support for Zionism
By Andrew Roberts
Jeremy Corbyn
October 31, 2017, 10:37 am
OPINION: Applaud Jeremy Corbyn for refusing to attend Balfour Centenary
Keith Fraser says he prefers politicians to be honest and say what they think instead of worrying about offending people
By Keith Fraser
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