Perspectives, commentary and international initiatives by Professor Gideon Fisher and the Fisher Foundation on antisemitism, Israel, Jewish communities, civil diplomacy and international affairs.
For generations, national security was defined by geography. Countries protected borders, guarded infrastructure and responded to physical threats. Intelligence agencies focused on what happened on the ground, while diplomacy sought to shape relations between states.
Since October 7, the world has witnessed an alarming resurgence of antisemitism. Across university campuses, media outlets, social networks and public institutions, hostility towards Israel has too often evolved into hostility towards Jews themselves.
For decades, public diplomacy was largely considered the responsibility of governments. Diplomats represented nations. Ambassadors explained policy. Official spokespersons responded to crises.