Gil Lewinsky

Born in Israel and raised in Canada, Gil Lewinsky writes stories specializing in the Jewish world, and Israel's economic, diplomatic, and political affairs. He holds a Master's degree from the Munk School of Global Affairs at the University of Toronto and an LLM in International Law from Lancaster University in the UK. He wrote a book on the legal status of the Gaza Strip and assisted in the repatriation of Jacob Sheep to Israel in 2016.

 Irwin Cotler participates in the Organization of American States (OAS) news conference with a panel of independent international experts who will present their conclusions and recommendations on "whether crimes against humanity have been committed in Venezuela, in Washington, US, May 29, 2018.

Irwin Cotler: Canada's recognition of Palestine is the wrong approach to regional peace

A DRONE VIEW shows the remains of a destroyed tank, following deadly clashes between Druze fighters, Sunni Bedouin tribes and government forces, in Sweida in July.

Supporting the Druze vs keeping regional calm: Israel's dilemma in Syria - analysis

 Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas holds a leadership meeting in Ramallah, in the West Bank, April 23, 2025

Would recognizing Palestine create a functioning Palestinian state? - analysis


Good medicine: A healing intercultural exchange in Jerusalem

Despite global hostility against Israel that has reached a peak since Oct. 7, they and many Native communities stand with the Jewish people.

The Riverwinds perform a Native American song at the Friends of Zion Museum.

Striking civilian targets: Iran's violation of international law must be punished - opinion

If Iran’s campaign of civilian targeting remains unchallenged, the next war may bring further crossing of red lines. However, with one important difference: Next time, it may not be about Israel.

 An illustrative image of destroyed buildings in Tel Aviv.

RCMP: Israeli Canadians could be investigated for Gaza-based war crimes

The RCMP confirmed to The Jerusalem Report that it had launched a “structural investigation” into the Israel-Hamas conflict in early 2024 as part of its mandate to investigate war crimes.

PRO-PALESTINIAN protesters demonstrate outside the Liberal Party of Canada holiday party in Ottawa.

Sleep deprived and pushing through: The view from central Israel amid Iran missiles - opinion

Israelis were jolted awake on June 13, and for the weeks that followed, they were not able to catch a full night's sleep and spent their days running to and from shelters, extracting a heavy toll.

 People take shelter in an underground light rail station in Tel Aviv during ongoing missile attacks from Iran, June 17, 2025.

After damages from Iran attacks, Israel's small businesses are stuck in Tax Authority limbo

Many small businesses have been hit and are now effectively in limbo as they wait for compensation.

 An illustrative image of Israelis at a restaurant.

Mediterranean Towers: A new chapter of purpose and joy for Jerusalem’s elders

This is the Mediterranean Towers retirement residence, where a community of golden age citizens of diverse backgrounds are given a new lease on life as they enter their “third age.”

 Mediterranean Towers in Jerusalem’s Arnona neighborhood.

The race is on: Runners prepare for 14th annual Jerusalem Marathon

Tens of thousands of runners from all over the country and the world will be participating in 14th International Jerusalem Winner Marathon. 

 Racers are seen running in the annual Jerusalem Winner Marathon.

Hamas's unpunished Geneva Convention violations sets a dangerous precedent - opinion

The enforcement of the Geneva Conventions lies in states themselves, and therein lies the weak spot in IHL: The laws seem to protect on paper but are difficult to enforce in practice.

 A drone view shows Hamas militants gathering around Red Cross vehicles in Gaza, February 2025.

When routines shatter: Autism, trauma, and the October 7 war

“Individuals with ASD are particularly vulnerable during crises due to heightened past stress and trauma,” Inbal Millo David explained.

 Toni Eliashar Shekel Therapeutic Center in Jerusalem.

Rev. John Tweedie: A Christian voice for Israel

As the leader of Christians for Israel (C4i), a charity with branches in Canada and the US, Rev. Tweedie has long worked to support Israel’s most vulnerable populations.

 Rev. John Tweedie