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Lectures
Book launch: The Assault on Judaism.
The Begin Center hosted Gol Kalev, the author of “Judaism 3.0” and Melanie Philips, the renowned columnist for The Times of London to discuss antisemitism, anti-Zionism and the threat to the west from Islamism and the far left
Book Launch: “The October 7 War: Israel’s Battle for Security in Gaza”
The Begin Center hosted Seth J. Frantzman, the author of “The October 7 War”. The book is based on the author’s fifteen years of experience covering wars in Gaza, defense technology, and the rise of Iranian-backed terror in the Middle East.
An audience with Rawan Osman: Her journey from Syrian-Lebanese childhood to Zionism
Not many pro-Israel activists and outspoken Zionists started life growing up in Syria and Lebanon to Muslim parents. But Rawan Osman is one-of-a kind. Leaving the Levant to study in Europe was the start of an extraordinary life journey that would lead her to admiration for, and affiliation with, Israel and the Jewish people.
Defending Israel from ‘Lawfare’ – with Natasha Hausdorff
In the months since October 7, British Barrister Natasha Hausdorff has emerged as one of the great advocates for Israel in the legal sphere, appearing on television news and radio talk shows to make the legal case for Israel’s right to defend itself.
What does Labour’s election victory mean for Britain, Jews, and Israel?
After 14 years of Conservative-led rule in the UK, what does the election of a Labour government mean for Britain and beyond, with regards to Israel and the Jews?
British journalist, Middle East expert and human rights advocate Tom Gross was our virtual guest, discussing all of this and more with Begin Center Senior Fellow Paul Gross.
Book Launch: “Adam Unrehearsed”
We were delighted to host the Israeli launch of this debut novel by writer and podcaster Don Futterman, set in 1970s New York City; with Jewish identity, the fight for Soviet Jewry, and Zionism woven into the plot.
A Tribute to Joe Lieberman (z”l)
The Begin Center was honored to host this event in tribute to Senator Lieberman, with contributions from: President of the State of Israel, Isaac Herzog, U.S. Ambassador to the State of Israel, Jack Lew, Hani (Lieberman) Lowenstein, Natan Sharansky, Ruth Kabbesa Abramzon and Gil Troy.
“Responses to 7 October: An Anthology”
The London Centre for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism has published a unique series of three anthologies, featuring diverse essays responding to the atrocities of 7 October. We were delighted to host the books’ co-editors, Rosa Freedman and David Hirsh, as well as Michal Cotler-Wunsh, Israel’s Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism, for an in-depth discussion about the issues raised in these books.
A conversation on “Safe Haven”, the new book that considers why Britain’s 1991 War Crimes Act failed so badly, and why so many Nazi collaborators escaped justice, with co-author Jon Silverman, and Dr. Efraim Zuroff, the chief Nazi-hunter of the Simon Wiesenthal Center and the director of its Israel Office and Eastern European affairs.
Understanding Iran’s Intentions
We welcomed renowned Iran expert Dr. Meir Javedanfar to discuss Iran’s intentions behind the attack on April 13th 2024, as well as the regime’s wider objectives in this post-October 7 Middle East.
Book Launch: “Careful, Beauties Ahead!”
Author Tuvia Tenenbom discussed his experiences in Mea Shearim, and his new book based on those experiences, with Jerusalem Report Editor Steve Linde.
Responses to October 7: the British Experience – with David Hirsh, CEO of the London Centre for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism
45 Years of Israeli-Egyptian Peace – with Gerald Steinberg & Dan Feferman
Fighting the Media War – with Eylon Levy and Gil Hoffman
Hostility towards Israel in much of the international news media is not a new story, but since October 7 it has taken on added importance. The Begin Center brought together two people on the frontline of this fight, to talk about their experiences of the past few months, and their assessment of what is happening in the media and why.
The Threat From the North
What is today’s reality for northern residents? What is the likelihood of a full-scale war with Hezbollah? What are the options for Israel’s policymakers in this situation? We examined these questions and more with Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Sarit Zehavi in conversation with Begin Center Senior Fellow Paul Gross.
The Launch of “Jewish
Priorities,” a new collection of essays from a diverse range of Jewish writers, thinkers and activists, each giving a different answer to the question: What should be the priority for a successful future for the Jewish people?
Allies: The Israeli-American Fight Against Terror and Antisemitism
Former Deputy National Security Advisor, Elliott Abrams; and long-time diplomat and advisor in both the State Department and the White House, Dennis Ross, were interviewed by former radio talk show host and long-time pro-Israel activist, Barbara Diamond.
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