"By supporting new centers in locations near and far, we honor Rabbi Kogan's memory and fulfill the Rebbe's vision of transforming grief into action."
Kogan became a known member of the Jewish community in the UAE, for example, delivering challah to families on Shabbat and helping operate the kosher supermarket.
As authorities investigate who is responsible for Kogan’s death, political circles in Washington, D.C., Israel, and the Gulf are asking a related question: What will this do to UAE-Israel ties?
One thing is clear: this is a critical test for the resilience of the Abraham Accords.
The body of Rabbi Zvi Kogan is expected to be brought back to Israel on Monday.
Rabbi Zvi Kogan's body was found after police investigated his disappearance in the UAE.
Mossad and authorities in the Gulf country had opened an investigation into Kogan's disappearance believing it may be related to “a terrorist incident.”
Kogan is an Israeli who served in the IDF, managed a supermarket in Dubai, and is married to an American woman.
Shelley is replacing Amir Hayek, who has been serving in the position since it was created on October 11, 2021; Yair Lapid appointed him during the brief Bennett-Lapid government.
Jewish businessman Eitan Neishlos and Arab strategist Amjad Taha tour Australia to inspire unity in challenging times.
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