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Skepticism as Israeli officials indicate war with Lebanon is nearing end

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider · 31 Oct

Israel is reportedly ready to negotiate an end to its ongoing conflict with Lebanon, although skepticism remains about achieving a lasting cease-fire.

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A rabbi, a pastor and a president walk into a convention: Scenes from the DNC's first night

Jodi Rudoren in Forward · 20 Aug

The first night of the Democratic National Convention saw President Joe Biden addressing the crowd, including references to Israel and Gaza as well as a protestor unfurling a banner against arming Israel.

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U.K.’s new Labour government takes harder stance on Israel’s war against Hamas

Ruth Marks Eglash in Jewish Insider · 5 Aug

The new Labour government in the United Kingdom has adopted a tougher stance against Israel, particularly regarding the conflict with Hamas in Gaza.

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Decision Time in the Middle East

Nathan Guttman in Moment · 3 Jun

President Joe Biden delivered a speech outlining a proposed deal to end the Gaza war, putting pressure on both Hamas and Israel to accept it.

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‘Until a ceasefire’: Nonstop protest rocks the Israeli Embassy — and the neighborhood beyond

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 28 Mar

Protesters have been stationed outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C., for a month, demonstrating against the ongoing conflict and calling for a ceasefire.

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Clocks Are Ticking on a Cease-Fire Deal

Nathan Guttman in Moment · 4 Mar

The Biden administration is pushing for an immediate cease-fire in the Israel-Gaza conflict, emphasizing the need to stop the ongoing violence, release hostages, and provide humanitarian aid.

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Annie Lennox calls for a cease-fire in Gaza during Grammys performance

PJ Grisar in Forward · 5 Feb

Annie Lennox made a statement for a ceasefire in Gaza during her performance at the Grammys, advocating for peace.

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Pelosi suggests Russia is behind some pro-Palestinian activists

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 28 Jan

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi suggested in an interview that Russia may be involved in pro-Palestinian activist movements encouraging politicians to support a permanent cease-fire in Gaza.

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Hopes rise for deal to free all hostages in exchange for 2-month cease-fire

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 28 Jan

Negotiations are underway in Paris for a two-month cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, in exchange for the release of over 100 hostages being held in Gaza.

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First debate takeaway: California Senate candidates part ways on Israel

Louis Keene in Forward · 23 Jan

During a recent debate among the top candidates for California's open Senate seat, Barbara Lee, Katie Porter, and Adam Schiff, all progressive Democrats, showed some differences in their views on Israel.

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Ann Arbor school board endorses call for cease-fire in Israel and Gaza

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 18 Jan

The school board of Ann Arbor Public Schools in Michigan has endorsed a resolution calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war.

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New survey: Democratic voters less inclined to support politicians opposing a cease-fire

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 12 Jan

A new poll conducted by the Arab American Institute reveals that voters' support for politicians in the 2024 elections may be influenced by their response to the Israel-Hamas war.

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Current and former members of the Union for Reform Judaism call for cease-fire

Debrah Miszak in Forward · 19 Dec 2023

Over 1,000 current and former members of the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ), the largest denomination in North America, have signed an open letter calling for an immediate cease-fire in Israel and Palestine.

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Jewish Rep. Goldman would ‘love’ a cease-fire, but not while Hamas still rules Gaza

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 14 Dec 2023

During a virtual town hall meeting, Jewish Congressman Dan Goldman addressed his refusal to call for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war.

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On the first night of Hanukkah, hundreds call for a cease-fire at a Manhattan menorah lighting

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 8 Dec 2023

More than 500 people gathered in Columbus Circle in Manhattan on the first night of Hanukkah to call for a cease-fire in Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza.

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When Oakland’s city council considered condemning Hamas, Oct. 7 conspiracy theorists turned out en masse

Louis Keene in Forward · 29 Nov 2023

During a recent Oakland City Council meeting discussing a resolution for a cease-fire in Gaza, a councilmember proposed condemning Hamas for the October 7 attacks on Israel.

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24 more hostages released by Hamas

Laura E. Adkins in Forward · 24 Nov 2023

Hamas has released 24 hostages, including 13 Israelis, as part of a deal for a four-day cease-fire.

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Unprecedented Interest in DC March for Israel

Nathan Guttman in Moment · 13 Nov 2023

The upcoming March for Israel rally in Washington, DC is expected to be the largest Jewish-American show of force ever, with an estimated attendance of 100,000-200,000 participants.

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Tearing down posters of Israeli hostages isn't resistance — it just shows you can't handle complex grief

Nora Berman in Forward · 9 Nov 2023

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the tearing down of posters displaying the faces of Israeli citizens who have been kidnapped by Hamas militants.

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My friends on the left want a cease-fire. Why aren't they demanding that Hamas surrender, instead?

Talya Zax in Forward · 3 Nov 2023

The author, Carly Pildis, addresses her colleagues on the left in a personal letter, questioning their demand for a cease-fire in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict without clarity on the conditions for such a cease-fire.

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Pro-Hamas Capitol Protest Backed By Democratic Dark Money

The Scroll in Tablet · 22 Oct 2023

Around 300 protestors were arrested at the U.S. Capitol in October 2023 during a demonstration opposing Israel's war in Gaza and calling for a ceasefire.

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Jewish groups shut down the U.S. Capitol with protest over Gaza war — Marjorie Taylor Greene accused them of 'insurrection'

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 18 Oct 2023

Thousands of activists, including IfNotNow and Jewish Voice for Peace, gathered at the Capitol building to protest US support for Israel during the Gaza war.

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Amid divisions, Jews on the left find unity mourning victims and warning against Gaza ‘genocide’

ARosenfeld in Forward · 18 Oct 2023

On October 18, 2023, more than 1,500 progressive Jews gathered at Farragut Square near the White House to call for a cease-fire in Gaza.

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The Easy Politics of Criticizing Israel

Sapir · 1 Oct 2023

The author criticizes international observers, both friendly and unfriendly to Israel, for offering unsolicited military advice during conflicts.

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The “Sometimes They’ll Give a War and Nobody Will Come” Edition

Promised Podcast · 22 Nov 2018

In a discussion by Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman, they touch on three main topics: PM Netanyahu's role in preventing war in Gaza, tensions within Israel's right-wing government over a cease-fire with Hamas, and the influence of women in promoting peace between Jews and Palestinians.

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