Defense lawyers, hoping to avoid death sentence for gunman Robert Bowers, argue his antisemitic beliefs were a manifestation of mental illness; expert witness rejects notion

Community had been protected for 20 years; state pledges to check each case before deportation, won't repatriate minors and their families to 'volatile' nation

On the first anniversary of the end of the chaotic US pullout from Afghanistan as Taliban regained power, evacuees and Jewish volunteers reflect on the struggles of starting over

Mainstream, liberal groups press for further details to ensure that those coming in are given full protections, lament lack of similar treatment for other refugees

Jewish relief group says some of the billionaire philanthropist's donation will go to help Ukrainian Jews move to Western Europe; Prince Harry, Meghan Markle give undisclosed sum

Organizations from across political spectrum urge expediting family reunification requests, noting precedent set by Clinton administration during Yugoslav civil war

'We're extremely concerned': HIAS, with its Ukrainian partner, prepares for up to millions of refugees fleeing Russian invasion, calls on European leaders to get ready

The New Neighbors Partnership matches arriving families with established ones with kids of the same age, so hand-me-downs can keep coming for years and lasting relationships formed

Refugees reach new home after help from Jewish activists and months in transit; still fear for family in Kabul as millions face starvation, drought and disease

Challenge will continue for new arrivals in US, including finding housing and employment and getting work certification; but Jewish congregations' support can be crucial, HIAS says