Khan Yunis, Palestinian Territories

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Vance downplays ‘little skirmishes’ as Israel bombs in Gaza and Hamas fails to return hostages

Philissa Cramer in Forward · 29 Oct

The ongoing tensions in the Gaza region continue to challenge a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Simchat Torah in Hostages Square lays bare divide over just how much to celebrate yet

Deborah Danan in JTA · 16 Oct

The observation of Simchat Torah at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv highlighted the complex interplay of joy and grief as the community grappled with the recent return of living hostages from Gaza, following a traumatic period marked by a Hamas-led massacre.

0 Holocaust Culture

Tunnel Vision

Shai Secunda in Jewish Review of Books · 29 Sep

Eli Sharabi's memoir, "Hostage," offers a gripping account of his 491-day captivity by Hamas in Gaza following the attacks on Kibbutz Beeri in October 2023.

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The Brutal Logic of Israel’s Offensive in Gaza City

Andrew Fox in Future of Jewish · 17 Sep

Andrew Fox, a former British Army officer, outlines the military strategy behind the Israeli Defense Forces' (IDF) urban offensive in Gaza City.

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Netanyahu says ‘tragic mishap’ fueled Gaza hospital strikes that killed 20, including 5 journalists

Grace Gilson in Forward · 26 Aug

An Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza, resulted in the death of approximately 20 individuals, including five journalists.

0 Politics Ethics

I was just in Gaza. Here's the truth about starvation allegations.

Eitan Fischberger in Future of Jewish · 13 Aug

Eitan Fischberger provides a critical analysis of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) and its activities in Gaza, highlighting a troubling relationship with Hamas that affects aid distribution.

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For Jews who have supported Israel, famine in Gaza may be a breaking point

Dany Bahar in Forward · 29 Jul

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza, marked by severe malnutrition and starvation, is posing a moral quandary for Jews who have been staunch supporters of Israel.

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Why a Gaza doctor's striking video about starving babies has gone viral

Mira Fox in Forward · 21 Jul

A poignant video featuring Dr. Ali Alhaj Salem, a NICU specialist in Gaza, has gained widespread attention due to its stark depiction of infants suffering in a neonatal intensive care unit amidst an ongoing humanitarian crisis.

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The Old Man and the AOC. The Gaza Famine Myth. Plus. . .

The Free Press in The Free Press · 7 May

The article discusses the evolution of a purported "famine" in Gaza that was reported in U.S. media but was never substantiated by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification Global Initiative, a UN-affiliated system.

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Gaza Protest Movement Has a Message for Hamas

Waseem Abu Mahadi and Jacob Wirtschafter in Moment · 29 Apr

In a significant turn of events, a protest movement has emerged in Gaza, challenging the long-standing rule of Hamas.

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What Matters Now to Jonathan Dekel-Chen: US feels like only beacon in hostage situation

What Matters Now · 27 Mar

Jonathan Dekel-Chen, whose son Sagui was recently released after being held hostage by Hamas, describes the relief of his son's return and the ongoing struggles for hostage families in Israel.

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After years of torture and deprivation, are Palestinians finally ready to stand up to Hamas?

Dan Perry in Forward · 26 Mar

Amidst ongoing conflict and devastating conditions, Palestinian protests against Hamas are emerging, signaling potential changes in Gaza's political landscape.

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Anti-Hamas protesters march in Gaza, in rare and risky show of dissent

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 26 Mar

In a bold and perilous move, hundreds of men took to the streets of Gaza this week to protest against Hamas, the entity governing the territory since 2006.

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What Matters Now to Micah Goodman: What Israel can trust about Hamas

What Matters Now · 13 Mar

Dr. Micah Goodman discusses the complexities facing Israel as it decides whether to negotiate with Hamas for hostage release or continue military efforts.

0 Communities Israel

Hostage Gadi Moses, 80, Vows to Help Rebuild His Kibbutz Nir Oz

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 30 Jan

Gadi Moses, an 80-year-old agronomist and founding member of Kibbutz Nir Oz, has returned to Israel after over a year of captivity in Gaza following a brutal attack on his home.

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8 hostages return to Israel following chaotic scenes in Gaza

Philissa Cramer in Forward · 30 Jan

The return of eight hostages to Israel marked a significant moment amidst the ongoing tensions in Gaza, as the individuals were released in chaotic conditions characterized by intimidation by their captors.

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Uri Zaki: "The war has to end in Gaza'

18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers · 11 Nov 2024

Uri Zaki, a left-wing Zionist thinker, grapples with the consequences of Israel's prolonged campaign against Hamas in Gaza, advocating for a political shift toward peace negotiations.

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No Quiet On The Northern Front - with “Nas Daily”

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 7 Jun 2024

The episode delves into ongoing fears of an all-out conflict with Hezbollah on Israel's northern border, heightened by escalating tensions and the displacement of tens of thousands of Israelis.

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Israel at War – America

For Heaven's Sake · 15 May 2024

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi examine the recent decision by President Biden to pause bomb shipments to Israel, exploring how this reflects the complex psychological and strategic dynamics in the Israel-U.S. relationship during times of conflict.

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This Jewish Life: A Conversation with Ira Glass & Etgar Keret

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 12 Apr 2024

Israeli writer Etgar Keret and U.S. broadcaster Ira Glass navigate their friendship and evolving perspectives in the wake of October 7, addressing the stark differences and eventual convergences in their views on the current Israeli crisis.

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Israel at War – The Food Crisis

For Heaven's Sake · 6 Mar 2024

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi navigate the ethical complexities surrounding the food crisis in Gaza, emphasizing Israel's humanitarian responsibilities amidst ongoing conflict.

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Ask Us Anything

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 9 Feb 2024

Yonit Levy and Jonathan Friedland explore the intricate negotiations over a potential hostage release amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Hamas, while addressing listener questions on the future governance of Gaza, potential leadership in Israel, and maintaining dialogue among disagreeing Jews and Israelis.

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