In Italy, a Traditional Jewish Lifestyle is Disappearing
When in RomeWhile rabbis and Jewish institutions are becoming more conservative in Italy, the same cannot be said of the majority of Italian Jews, reports Anna Momigliano.
When ‘Israel First’ Means Condoning Old-School Anti-Semitism
Start WorryingAnna Momigliano worries that, in countries like Italy, there's a growing perception among conservative Jews that opposition to the State of Israel constitutes a more severe offense than traditional anti-Semitism.
Israel, Italy, the Iran Connection and Berlusconi's Legacy
Italian AllyItaly is Israel's last friend in Europe when it comes to the new Iran deal. But what is the alliance rooted in, and how long will it last?
The Iran Nuclear Deal is Really About Syria
Realpolitik Casualties
For Bashar Al-Assad, Crossing Obama's Red Line Was a Win-Win
Poison Gas VictoryAssad's international standing has improved, not despite his having used chemical weapons against the Syrian people, but precisely because he did, says Anna Momigliano.
Silvio Berlusconi's PR Campaign in Rome's Jewish Ghetto
Italian ApologySylvio Berlusconi tries to make amends for past missteps by cozying up to the leaders of Rome's Jewish community.
