Birthright Trips Resume Following Pause Due to Iran Conflict
Birthright Israel resumed trips on July 6, two weeks after evacuating roughly 2,800 participants amid rising Israel–Iran tensions. The program has adjusted itineraries to include emotional context—such as visits with victims’ families and affected sites—while maintaining cultural and community-building components. While participants report deeper connection to Jewish identity, the conflict has raised logistical and ethical questions for organizers balancing security concerns with the program’s mission.
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