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Shortly after arriving for the exchange program, the war with Iran began on Feb. 28.

By some measures, 16 Jews have been to space.

“The Jewish people are patient zero in a worldwide war on truth.”

“Mazal Market will exist as long as there is a need for it. It’s a place where everyone feels like they’re Jewish enough together.”

California has long been home to Israeli entrepreneurs and companies spanning tech, cybersecurity, custom software, financial services and full-service restaurants. These businesses generate jobs and strengthen the state economy.

While some voices on the far left and far right attempt to portray Israel as dragging the U.S. into war, Bachar stressed that this is not the reality, noting that the United States is acting based on its own strategic interests.

Between the cozy living room chairs, yoga classes, warm meals and volunteers, a supportive community has taken shape – one that holds people up during the hardest moments of their lives.