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Iran war risks becoming America’s next Vietnam - opinion

Four months into the Iran campaign, the US risks repeating Vietnam by relying on gradual pressure over decisive victory.

 US President Donald Trump seen over an illustrative image of American-Iranian ties (illustrative)
President Isaac Herzog spoke with the King of Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, on July 26, 2026.

Herzog calls Bahrain 'important partner in shaping Middle East future' during phone call with king

Judit Polgár attends the "Queen Of Chess" Premiere during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival at Eccles Center Theater on January 27, 2026 in Park City, Utah.

Jewish Hungarian chess legend Judit Polgar declines nomination for president

NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 10: Judit Polgar attends 2016 Gala Opening for World Chess Championship at The Plaza Hotel on November 10, 2016 in New York City.

Jewish chess trailblazer Judit Polgár tapped for Hungary's presidency


Who is Mexico's Jewish presidential candidate: Profiling Claudia Sheinbaum

The Jewish community, they are closely following this historic moment and hope it won’t have negative side effects on their own lives. 

 CLAUDIA SHEINBAUM – the first woman elected governor of Mexico City – waves upon her arrival to be sworn in, Dec. 2018

The president of Israel: More than just a ceremonial figure - comment

Herzog has proved that Israel really does need a president.

 PRESIDENT ISAAC Herzog addresses last year’s annual memorial ceremony at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem marking the anniversary of the assassination of prime minister Yitzhak Rabin.

Lula admitted to Brasilia hospital for hip surgery

While the surgery is not risky, 77-year-old Lula will remain in the hospital until Tuesday and then spend three weeks at the presidential residence recovering.

 Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva attends a ceremony at the Planalto Palace in Brasilia, Brazil August 30, 2023.

Grapevine September 22, 2023: Happy Birthday, Mr. President

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 Israeli President Isaac Herzog is seen receiving the new Irish ambassador, at the President's Residence, on September 19, 2023.

50 Influential Jews: Isaac Herzog - No. 7

Will Israel's president persuade the coalition and the opposition to reach a compromise on the judicial reform?

 Israel's President Isaac Herzog.

French Assembly President, files complaint over antisemitic letter

When the French National Assembly elected Braun-Pivet to be its president in 2022, it elevated the first-ever woman and first practicing Jew to the job.

 Yaël Braun-Pivet, newly-elected President of the National Assembly, reacts as she delivers a speech during the opening session of the National Assembly in Paris, France, June 28, 2022.

Netanyahu hits back at Ben-Gvir: No one can stop judicial reform deal

Ben-Gvir hits out at judicial reform compromise talks • Netanyahu: We are working to exhaust every possibility to reach a national agreement

 L: Otzma Yehudit leader MK Itamar Ben Gvir. R: Likud leader, former-prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Could Mexico soon have its first Jewish, female president?

Mexico president backs Jewish candidate after selection process row.

 Former Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum greets supporters during an event, pursuing to be the ruling MORENA party's candidate for the 2024 presidential election, in Mexico City, Mexico, August 26, 2023

US Vice President Harris dismisses Biden age concerns, but ready to be president

"Joe Biden is going to be just fine," Harris said when asked about concerns that Biden is too old to run again.

US Vice President Kamala Harris speaks about the $1.9 trillion "American Rescue Plan Act" as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) listens during an event to celebrate the legislation in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, US, March 12, 2021.

India or Bharat? Narendra Modi's G20 invitation sparks name-change row

High offices in the country have typically stuck to titles such as President of India, Prime Minister of India and Chief Justice of India while communicating in English.

 Traffic moves past the 'Bharat Mandapam', the main venue of the G20 Summit in New Delhi, India, September 5, 2023.