Asher Naim
Asher Naim is an Israeli diplomat, retired from his official position, now working in the foundation he created to help Jews from Ethiopia. He has served in Japan, Kenya, Finland, South Korea, Ethiopia and the U.S. While in Ethiopia he organized Operation Solomon and the rescue of the Jews from Ethiopia.
Terrorism: Origin, Religion, and Culture
Does the violence signal a clash of civilization?
Global History and Culture,
Israel
What is the definition of terrorism? Is one man’s terrorist another man’s freedom fighter? How does terrorism differ from war and what does its presence say about current civilization?
Israel: 1948–2048
Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going
David Makovsky,
Benji Levene,
Asher Naim,
Alex Sinclair
Since its birth in 1948, Israel has fought in six wars, produced eight Nobel laureates, and experienced dramatic population change and economic development. Join us to hear from those who have been close to the nation during its growth. As Israel nears its 60th birthday, they will discuss the history and future of the most disputed country in the world.
“Operation Solomon”- The Saving of the Lost Tribe
The rescue and redemption of Ethiopian Jews
Global History and Culture,
Israel
View a short documentary depicting the amazing rescue of 14,200 Ethiopian Jews in 25 hours that were being trapped in the city of Addis Ababa. Then, listen as Asher Naim, ambassador, tells this compelling tale from first-hand experience from his own perspective. Hear about their rescue, absorption into Israel, and an update on the Ethiopian Israeli population today.
Inherent Instability in the Middle East
An update on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Israel
After a swift review of the conflict, we’ll discuss the international agenda and the various Palestinian and Israeli perspectives. Asher Naim, a veteran Israeli diplomat will share his views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and what can and should be done in the future.
