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Germany pulls support for Israel in ICJ genocide case, battling its own accusations of aiding Israel

Shira Bartov in Forward · 21 Mar

Germany has ceased its defense of Israel in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against genocide allegations related to the Gaza conflict, citing a need to protect its own interests in a separate case.

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Germany pulls support for Israel in ICJ genocide case, battling its own accusations of aiding Israel

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 20 Mar

Amidst growing international legal contention, Germany has withdrawn its support for Israel in a genocide case brought by South Africa at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

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Team Israel wins twice at World Baseball Classic, qualifying for 2030 tournament

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 11 Mar

Despite not advancing to the single-elimination stage of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, Team Israel exceeded expectations by winning two games and finishing third in their pool, thereby securing a spot in the 2030 tournament.

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Team Israel’s World Baseball Classic team unveils its 2026 roster

Matthew Shea in Jewish Insider · 11 Feb

Team Israel's roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic has been announced, showcasing a blend of major leaguers, minor league players, and Israeli talent.

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Toppling Maduro may weaken Iran’s hold in Latin America

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider · 4 Jan

The ousting of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by the U.S. is expected to significantly disrupt Iran's influence in Latin America, as the region has been a strategic base for Iran's terrorism, propaganda, and arms production efforts.

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August 1 Mailbag!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 1 Aug 2025

The episode features discussions on various historical and political topics, focusing particularly on the geopolitical dynamics involving the U.S., Central America, and the legacy of Neville Chamberlain.

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Meeting the Maleku

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 25 Jul 2025

Natan Slifkin details his visit to the indigenous Maleku tribe in Costa Rica, which he connected with both personally and professionally as part of research for his new book "The Lions of Zion."

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Who Might We Become for Each Other? - A conversation about Black–Palestinian interconnectedness and the legacy of June Jordan

Marina Magloire in Jewish Currents · 17 Jun 2025

This compelling discussion explores the historical and strategic interconnectedness between Black and Palestinian liberation movements, drawing inspiration from the works of poet and activist June Jordan.

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Marketing Authoritarianism - Mimicking his Salvadoran ally Nayib Bukele, Trump is using spectacles of disappearance to project a total power he does not yet possess.

Dennis M. Hogan and Matthew Ellis in Jewish Currents · 4 Jun 2025

In a disturbing display of power, former U.S. President Donald Trump is emulating Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele by using dramatic depictions of deportation and detention as a political tool.

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Good Immigrants, Bad Immigrants

Tom Gjelten in Moment · 27 May 2025

The article discusses the historical and contemporary debates about immigration policies in the U.S., drawing parallels between past and present sentiments.

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David Horowitz, ’60s radical turned right-wing firebrand and critic of Islam, dies at 86

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 30 Apr 2025

David Horowitz, who rose to prominence as a radical left-wing activist during the 1960s and later became a prominent right-wing commentator and critic of Islam, has died at 86.

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Attention, Democrats: 'Resistance' And 'Grieving' Aren't The Way To Go

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines · 18 Nov 2024

In this thought-provoking piece, Gary Wexler challenges Democrats to reconsider their post-election strategies after recent political defeats, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and collaboration rather than resistance and division.

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The surefire way for Jews to lose this election

Rob Eshman in Forward · 4 Nov 2024

Rob Eshman emphasizes the importance of American Jews focusing on democratic values over party allegiance in the 2024 U.S. elections.

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The surefire way for Jews to lose this election

Rob Eshman in Forward · 4 Nov 2024

Rob Eshman underscores the vital necessity for American Jews to prioritize the safeguarding of democracy amidst divisive electoral outcomes, regardless of personal political affiliations.

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