Gay Pride

Jerusalem Reform synagogue vandalized, Pride flags torn down in latest attack

MK Gilad Kariv called those responsible “incited hooligans” and accused the Israeli government of contributing to hostility toward Reform and other liberal Jewish denominations. 

A damaged window at Kol HaNeshamah synagogue in Jerusalem.
Participants and spectators cheer during the Canal Parade in Amsterdam on August 1, 2026; illustrative.

Bogus Amsterdam Pride flyers name Jewish IDF soldiers, urge reports of 'war criminals'

A WOMAN holds a placard reading ‘Queers 4 Palestine’ during the 2023 Taiwan Pride Parade.

The absurdity of ‘Queers for Palestine’ - opinion

Yadin Antebi, the CEO of Bank Hapoalim

Bank Hapoalim marked Pride Month in an emotional meeting with Tal Ramon


A kosher baker sparked outrage after rejecting a synagogue's order for rainbow pride treats

The US Supreme Court, which ruled last week that a Colorado web designer had the right to refuse to build a wedding site for a same-sex couple.

 Gay pride festival in Taksim (Istanbul, Turkey) 2013

BBYO’s Orlando convention plans pose a Florida conundrum for LGBTQ Jews and their allies

B’nai Brith Youth Organization one of the world’s largest Jewish youth movements is planning to hold its upcoming 100th anniversary convention in Orlando.

 More than 150,000 people took part in the 25th annual Tel Aviv Pride Parade on June 8.

Estonia set to become first ex-Soviet state to back gay marriage

A vote is due early next week. LGBTQ+ activists hope Estonia's parliament will back a government bill that would allow gay and lesbian couples to marry and win the same rights as heterosexual couples

Tartu, Estonia.

LGBT soldier assaulted on bus during Tel Aviv Pride

After realizing their actions are being recorded, one of the assaulters starts recording the soldiers himself and another pulls his shirt over his face.

 THE ANNUAL Pride Parade in Tel Aviv, internationally acclaimed as one of the most proud and gay-friendly cities in the world.

25% of LGBT Israelis feel uncomfortable traveling abroad - survey

78% of LGBT Israelis consider the safety of a destination when deciding where to travel.

 Israelis march in Jerusalem during the pride march on June 1, 2023

Kaplan painted rainbow colors ahead of Tel Aviv's 30th Pride Parade

According to the event organizers, the Pride Parade brings in over 250,000 attendees annually and is the largest LGBT parade in Asia. 

 THE ANNUAL Pride Parade in Tel Aviv, internationally acclaimed as one of the most proud and gay-friendly cities in the world.

Biden to host thousands at White House Pride party

Biden, a Democrat, will host thousands of people on the White House's South Lawn for an evening celebration of LGBTQ+ families.

 U.S. President Joe Biden and LGBTQ advocate Ashton Mota of the GenderCool Project walk before delivering remarks to commemorate LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the White House, Washington, U.S., June 25, 2021.

Grapevine June 7, 2023: An example set by King Hussein

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 FROM LEFT: Tel Aviv-Jaffa Mayor Ron Huldai, Ambassador Khaled Yousif Al Jalahma and Ennis Center CEO George Mansour.

Israeli drama film ‘Concerned Citizen’ tackles gentrification and race issues in Tel Aviv

Director Idan Haguel discusses the focus and intention of his film as well as his inspirations for it.

 Concerned Citizen, by Israeli director Idan Haguel

Editor's Notes: Pride, especially now

The LGBT community, like all communities, is made up of individuals, and many of those individuals are afraid.

 PARTICIPANTS GATHER for the annual Jerusalem March for Pride and Tolerance.