Politics

A grassroots group called Parents Against Child Detention organized a pop-up art exhibition in Israel titled "Innocence Disrupted," showcasing 70 pieces that depict the impact of war on children, aiming to shed light on the suffering of Palestinian youth in Gaza and the West Bank.
Israel's Supreme Court recently made a landmark unanimous decision stating that there is no legal basis for exempting the ultra-Orthodox community from military service.
The ongoing debate regarding the role of religion in a nation founded on principles of religious freedom is reviewed by Rabbi Chaim Twerski.
Benny Morris, a prominent Israeli historian, has shifted to the right politically over the years, and remains a crucial figure in understanding Israel's history and current issues.
The text raises concerns about the lack of arrests and prosecutions following violent incidents in Los Angeles despite clear evidence of wrongdoing.
Israel's Supreme Court has issued a groundbreaking ruling mandating that haredi Orthodox Jews must serve in the army, ending a long-standing exemption for yeshiva students.
Luai Ahmed shares his journey from escaping fundamentalist Islamist culture in Yemen to becoming a pro-Israel peace advocate in Sweden, addressing challenges of integration and calling for more balanced discussions on multiculturalism and immigration.
Members of Israel's Haredi community are expressing concern and warning of a potential religious conflict following the Israel Supreme Court's recent ruling that yeshiva students must be drafted into the military.
Amy Stoken reflects on Jewish unity amidst political divisions and a resurgence of antisemitism, noting the importance of avoiding internal splits over political differences.
The text discusses the push for recognition of a Palestinian state by various countries, highlighting concerns about the viability and nature of such a state.
The text discusses the current challenges faced by Israel in its conflict with Hamas, highlighting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership during this time of crisis and examining the viability of Israel's war goals, such as destroying Hamas and preventing future threats.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's threefold goals of destroying Hamas, freeing hostages, and ensuring Gaza's inability to threaten Israel again have not been fully achieved in the past eight months despite Israel's military strength.
Professor Benny Morris, a prominent Israeli historian known for revolutionizing Israeli historiography, especially regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, shares his views on various pressing issues in Israeli history and politics.
El Al Airlines ceased direct non-stop flights to Canada two years ago, closing its Toronto office and laying off employees despite full flights.
The article explores the nuanced stance of Rep. Jamaal Bowman regarding Israel and Palestine, highlighting his vocal criticism of Israel's actions towards Palestinians despite representing a pro-Israel district.
Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the Anti-Defamation League, expressed concerns about Wikipedia's bias after the site rated ADL's information on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as generally unreliable.
Matti Friedman delves into Benjamin Netanyahu's reticence with Israeli journalists amid Hamas' war, prompting an examination of Netanyahu's autobiography, "Bibi: My Story."
Student activists, particularly within Students for Justice in Palestine, are pushing for the incorporation of anti-Palestinian racism and the bolstering of Middle East and settler-colonial studies within university curricula.
Israel and Gaza have emerged as key issues in local New York City Democratic primary races beyond just the high-profile contest between Rep. Jamaal Bowman and George Latimer.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his commitment to a proposed hostage deal advocated by President Joe Biden, following the release of a distressing video by families of abducted individuals.
President Joe Biden and other officials condemned antisemitism following violent clashes outside a Los Angeles synagogue between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel protesters, emphasizing the importance of peaceful protest while denouncing violence and intimidation of Jewish congregants.
The text explores the question of whether Israel can eliminate Hamas, noting that while the ideology of Hamas may persist, its governing and military structure in the Gaza Strip is defeatible.
The text discusses the current tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, focusing on the question of whether Hezbollah seeks a full-scale confrontation with Israel and Israel's readiness for a potential conflict.
The Conservative Party in Britain, under Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, faces allegations of corruption related to bets placed on the election date, reflecting a sense of decay within the party.
More than 100 victims of attacks by Hamas in Israel on Oct. 7 are suing UNRWA, the main relief agency for Palestinian refugees, alleging that it laundered money for the terrorist group by assisting Hamas in various ways.

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