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Most religious Zionists prefer dialogue over legislation to solve Israel's social issues - poll

At Tzohar's annual conference, 79% of religious Zionists backed grassroots dialogue over legislation as the best path to social consensus in Israel.

RESIDENTS OF Kfar Yona protest against an ultra-Orthodox demonstration opposing the arrest of Haredi draft evaders near the Beit Lid military prison in central Israel, June 24, 2026.
Jewish worshippers and visitors gather at the Western Wall in Jerusalem a day before the eve of Tisha B’Av, July 21, 2026.

Almost half of surveyed Israelis want entertainment venues closed on Tisha B'av, Tzohar poll finds

KASHRUT CERTIFICATION at a Jerusalem eatery – will the rabbinate’s monopoly be broken?

Knesset repeals 2021 kashrut reform, restores Rabbinate control over certification

 A WOMAN walks past a Jerusalem eatery with a Tzohar kashrut certificate.

Tzohar asks High Court to reject state's bid to void kashrut license


Margi backs down over Tzohar wedding program

Religious Services Minister agrees to amend law that would have severely restricted Tzohar's ability to provide wedding services.

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Rabbis urge religious public to volunteer as organ donors

40 rabbis from Tzohar religious organization vote to approve new organ donor card, assuring donors that procedures are in accordance with Jewish law.

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Restrictions on rabbis from conducting weddings removed

Tzohar rabbis authorized as long as they supply proof of rabbinic ordination, know laws of marriage, currently serve as rabbi, teacher.

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Elkin: Conversion bill delays good for country, coalition

Insiders to unity talks between Orthodox MKs, non-Orthodox movements and Jewish Agency say they are not bearing any real fruit.

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Editorial: Free us from the rabbinate

The only conclusion for those concerned about Judaism's public image.

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