The Jerusalem Press Club, Israel’s only foreign press club, is pleased to invite you to register to experience Israel and get an in-depth look at the situation on the ground as we explore the impact of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war on Israel’s security, homefront and economy. This is a unique opportunity to see and experience wartime Israel first-hand and gain insights on the path forward from both an economic and military perspective.
The program, from May 19-23, 2024, will visit the areas attacked by Hamas on October 7, meetings with military and political leaders who will share their insights on the current situation and what lies ahead. The schedule will also accommodate independent reporting.
Airfare, accommodation, and program-day meals are included.
Highlights of the draft itinerary (subject to change) include:
Day 1
- Visit to key security sites in the South/Gaza border areas
- Visit with startups impacted by the conflict in Sderot
- IDF briefing on the current situation
Day 2
- Visit to a medical rehabilitation center, including briefings on cutting-edge startup technologies being utilized, lessons learned, and interviews with wounded individuals
- Briefings with experts on the events of Oct. 7th
- Meetings with hostage families
Day 3
- Trip to the Northern front and relevant security sites and startups
- Meetings with displaced families
- Visit to local Arab communities
Day 4
- Meetings with key players in Israeli startups, tech, and defence sectors
- Meetings with Israeli venture capital leaders
- Briefing from IDF/Israel government spokesperson
Please apply using this form. Space is limited, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Please feel free to contact us at info@jerusalempressclub.com with any questions or comments.