The IRF strongly opposes proposed legislation brought forth by members of the Israeli government coalition to give control of the non-Orthodox prayer space next to the Kotel to the Chief Rabbinate. The purpose of this legislation, as articulated by its authors, is to lead to non-Orthodox prayer near the Kotel being prohibited by legal fiat based on rules established by the Chief Rabbinate.

To the leadership and staff of the Orthodox Union,

On behalf of the International Rabbinic Fellowship, we extend our deepest condolences to you on the passing of Rabbi Moshe Hauer, zt”l.

To the leadership and staff of the Orthodox Union,

On behalf of the International Rabbinic Fellowship, we extend our deepest condolences to you on the passing of Rabbi Moshe Hauer, zt”l.

The International Rabbinic Fellowship rarely wades into political and religious controversies in Israel, as most of our members reside in the Diaspora.

The International Rabbinic Fellowship mourns the loss of Dr. Alice Shalvi z"l.

The IRF reaffirms its solidarity and support for the people and State of Israel during this recent difficult wave of terrorism directed at Israeli civilians that has snuffed out the lives of innocent men, women and children in the last four months.