May 26, 2026
The Writers' Festival opened in Jerusalem
תמונה: אתר משכנות שאננים
The International Writers' Festival opened in Jerusalem.
The festival is taking place in Mishkenot Sha’ananim between May 25 and May 28, 2026.
This is the 14th year of the festival.
Writers from Israel and other countries have come to the festival.
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Among the guests: Erri De Luca from Italy, Nell Zink from the United States, and Joseph Finder from the United States.
The closing event of the festival is dedicated to Eli Sharabi, who was held captive by Hamas. He will talk with Roni Kuban about his book, 'Abducted.' President Isaac Herzog and Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion will also participate in the event.
The festival will feature talks with writers, workshops, music, and activities for children. There will also be a photography exhibition.
The festival management said it was difficult to bring guests from abroad due to the situation in Israel. Despite this, prominent writers decided to come to Israel and meet the audience.