Unity

Beyond the ballot, October 7 families call for a different kind of Israeli politics

DOMESTIC AFFAIRS: Moshe Shapiro, Hoda Daxa, and Shai Zohar on carrying forward their loved ones’ legacies – and why social cohesion must become a national responsibility.

Members of Hamechane - an initiative seeking to make social cohesion a national responsibility.
(L-R): Yashar head Gadi Eisenkot; Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Israel cannot afford another election: Why Netanyahu, Eisenkot must consider unity - opinion

Israelis vote for a party list, but have no say on Election Day over which of its candidates will ultimately represent them in the Knesset.

Israel does not need politicians to always agree, but it needs a unity government - editorial

(Illustrative) A woman stands inside a Sukkah, holding a Lulav and Etrog.

Sukkot 2026: What the sukkah and Four Species teach us about Israeli unity


Smotrich’s visit to Nir Oz offers hope of unity, Netanyahu should follow suit - editorial

Smotrich’s visit to Nir Oz offers Israelis a glimpse of compassion and resilience amid ongoing conflict and division.

Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich holds a press conference with bereaved families in the Ministry of Finance in Jerusalem on January 8, 2023.

Come together: The importance of unity on Simchat Torah - opinion

It is precisely at the one-year anniversary of Hamas's massacre that the holiday of Simchat Torah comes along, with its unique message about the centrality of unity.

 An illustrative image of Jews celebrating with Torah scrolls on Simchat Torah.

Over 1,000 chess players shatter Israeli record in simultaneous chess game in Jerusalem

1,004 chess players flood Safra Square to play their beloved game while calling for unity

 Over 1,000 players of all different levels sat in a symbolic formation, a yellow ribbon to “bring them home,” as they played games of chess.

What are we willing to sacrifice for genuine cohesion? - opinion

Unity isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a challenge that demands real sacrifice.

 PEOPLE SIGN The Covenant of Unity and Hope, in Latrun, on Independence Day in May.

Gal Gadot: The Jewish people 'will prevail, [only] by being united'

In her conversation with Herzog, Gadot underscored the importance of Israel as a beacon for Jews around the world.

 President Isaac Herzog and Gal Gadot (illustrative).

The unity of the Jewish people is the key to defeating our enemies - opinion

While Jewish divisions are often highlighted, true unity emerges during crises, revealing the enduring solidarity of the Jewish people both in Israel and the Diaspora.

 A CONFRONTATION takes place over setting up a partition between men and women for a prayer service, on Yom Kippur eve last year at Dizengoff Square in Tel Aviv.

The Rabanit who fills halls: Only in unity will we win. There are no true differences between us


Menomadin survey shows Israelis desperately seek unity

The survey indicates a trend toward a desire for unity between different sectors of Israeli society, seemingly influenced by the events on and after October 7.

 A CRY for unity at a March 11 protest.

Iran's new President urges Muslim unity, strengthens ties with Central Asia and Africa - analysis

In meetings with Hezbollah, and discussions with Palestinian groups the new Iranian President discussed his outreach to Muslim countries and how he would leverage Iran’s ties to pressure Israel.

IRAN’S NEW president, Masoud Pezeshkian, speaks during a gathering with supporters at the shrine of the late Iranian leader Khomeini, in Tehran, last Saturday.

Kesher Yehudi: Promoting Jewish unity through study

Kesher Yehudi is a social movement born in response to the rift tearing apart Israeli society.

 Hamechina Hayerushalmit students and their Kesher Yehudi partners share experiences at an end-of-year event.