Jun ' 21
Join us for a conversation with three prolific elder statesmen and diplomats who will enlighten those who want to understand the complexities of Middle East foreign and security policies, and who are willing to listen objectively to a variety of perspectives. This thought-provoking discussion will provide insight into the innerworkings of diplomacy and will explore old and new debates while looking to the future. These experts will candidly share constructive diplomatic approaches from their respective perspectives on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead pertaining to: U.S.-Israel relations: The importance of Washington D.C. being on the side of ending conflict in the Middle East.The master plan for Gaza: Is a two state solution viable?Is there a diplomatic solution in the Middle East that puts significant and verifiable constraints on Russia and Iran?The road ahead: Where do we go from here? Streamed live, the program will feature: Ambassador Thomas PickeringVice ChairHills & Company International ConsultantsFr. U.S. Ambassador to Israel Ambassador Zalman ShovalFr. Israel Ambassador To U.S. Host: Ambassador Dan GillermanChairmanAmerica-Israel Friendship League, IsraelFr. Israel Ambassador to the UN Greetings: Dr. Allen SessomsManaging PartnerHigher Education Innovations Group Please share with your friends and family and register on Zoom or watch live on AIFL's Facebook page.
Hon. Robert ‘Bob’ Abrams embodies the definition of ennobled public service. Through his recently released memoir, The Luckiest Guy in the World, he shares insights into his childhood in the Bronx, his rise to Borough President representing the urban realities of his neighbors, and his ascension as the trailblazing New York State Attorney General who litigated and crafted landmark environmental and civil rights decisions.His love for his family, community, the law, and the State of Israel is beyond reproach. We invite you to take a front row seat for this special Father's Day tribute as we embark on this fascinating journey through the life and ever-growing legacy of this remarkable public servant. The program will include greetings from friend and fellow Attorney General Sen. Joe Lieberman and members of the Abrams family living in Israel and the US who will reflect on his private life as husband, father, friend, and mentor.Bob will share photos, stories and reflections from the memoir about: What inspired him to take up the mantle of leadership and enter public life?How he led the New York Attorney General Office to assume its leadership role as a force for change and beacon of hope across the nation?How his immigrant roots propelled his fight for Soviet Jewry and his advocacy and love for the State of Israel. Click here to purchase Robert Abrams memoir The Luckiest Guy in the World Streamed live, the program will feature: Hon. Robert Abrams & Family Special Greetings by: Senator Joseph Lieberman Moderator: Wayne L. FirestoneExecutive DirectorAmerica-Israel Friendship League Please share with your friends and family and register on Zoom or watch live on AIFL's Facebook page.
You are invited to join us for a celebration of the 50th anniversary of America-Israel Friendship League AIFL focuses on strengthening the relationship between the people of the two countries by increasing understanding of and appreciation for our common democratic foundations. Home of Bridget & Paul Romness 3412 North Abingdon Street Arlington, VA 22207 Monday, June 21, 2021 6:00 - 7:30 PM The hosts for this event include: Wayne Firestone: Executive Director, AIFL Naomi Reinharz: Chief Development Officer, AIFL Bridget & Paul Romness The event will feature a presentation by Dr. Ralph Nurnberger. He has been directly involved in various aspects of the Arab-Israeli conflict. In addition, he taught at Georgetown for over 30 years and has also spoken frequently at the Smithsonian. He will discuss: The Current Israeli Leadership Change and Implications for the United States and Globally Please RSVP to: Naomi Reinharz 516-200-2667 or Naomi.Reinharz@aifl.org We look forward to seeing you on June 21!
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Reuven Solomon has been a professional tour guide in Israel for more than 25 years. Reuven is a long-time friend of AIFL who has accompanied many AIFL delegations to Israel, and for the past year has been taking AIFL viewers on virtual tours throughout Israel. In this parlor meeting, he will share photos, maps and stories of Jerusalem. He will guide us virtually and explore the connection between the three major monotheistic religions and this very special city.
Join us for a virtual tour of Tzippori & the Horns of Hattin, in the fifteenth installment of our monthly Virtual Israel Travel series with Reuven Solomon, Master Tour Guide. We will travel through Northern Israel near the Sea of Galilee, to see this moshav, and its surrounding area. Reuven will guide us through this rich area of Israel as we learn more about:• Mosaic of the Mona Lisa of the Galilee• Rabbi Yehuda HaNassi & the Mishna• The Battle at the Horns of Hattin Streamed live, the program will feature: Reuven SolomonMaster Tour Guide Host: Wayne FirestoneExecutive DirectorAmerica-Israel Friendship League Please share with your friends and family and register on Zoom or watch live on AIFL's Facebook page.
We invite you to time travel with AIFL through the lens of Rebel Daughter (Random House) to an event that changed the course of human history: the destruction of Jerusalem and the Second Temple. This historical novel is a thrilling saga of family, faith and forbidden love that blends the fascinating story of the Jewish people with a timeless protagonist determined to take charge of her own life against all odds. AIFL will send out the Rebel Daughter book to the first 50 RSVPs so please, don't forget to send us your full name and address when you RSVP. Invitation only.
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