Israeli Politics

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Gadi Taub in Tablet · 2 Jan

In recent Israeli politics, there is a growing campaign by the Israeli left, with support from certain elements in the military, to portray settler violence in the West Bank as a major obstacle to a two-state solution.

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Israeli Politics Return with a Vengeance

Gadi Taub in Tablet · 2 Jan

Gadi Taub and Mike Doran discuss the current state of Israeli politics, highlighting the aggressive return of political tensions.

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Demanding Netanyahu Resign in the Middle of a War

Emes Ve-Emunah · 31 Dec 2023

Thousands of Israelis have attended a rally demanding Prime Minister Netanyahu's resignation over his handling of a hostage situation.

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A Shift in the War - with Haviv Rettig Gur

Call Me Back · 24 Dec 2023

This episode explores the current state and evolving phases of the Hamas-Israel War, with discussions on Israeli military strategy, societal impacts, and political implications.

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The Two-State Solution - with Haviv Rettig Gur

Call Me Back · 18 Dec 2023

In this episode, Haviv Rettig Gur discusses the challenges and historical context surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian peace process, particularly the viability of the two-state solution.

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Israel’s “Humanitarian” Expulsion - The Israeli right is capitalizing on the aftermath of October 7th to build support for a permanent transfer of Palestinians out of Gaza.

Jonathan Shamir in Jewish Currents · 12 Dec 2023

Israeli lawmakers from the ruling Likud party and the liberal opposition Yesh Atid party have authored an op-ed in the Wall Street Journal advocating for the permanent transfer of Palestinians out of Gaza as a supposed humanitarian solution.

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Jamaal Bowman faces primary challenge after drawing fire from Jewish constituents over Israel criticism

Luke Tress in Forward · 6 Dec 2023

Westchester County Executive George Latimer has announced a Democratic primary challenge against Rep. Jamaal Bowman, who has faced criticism from Jewish constituents over his approach to the Israel-Hamas war.

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Up Close with Rivka Ravitz

Nechama Carmel in Jewish Action · 3 Dec 2023

Rivka Ravitz, former chief of staff to the tenth president of Israel, Reuven Rivlin, discusses her career in politics and the challenges she faced as a Chareidi woman in a secular environment.

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Anshel Pfeffer - Embedded in Gaza

Call Me Back · 16 Nov 2023

Anshel Pfeffer shares his firsthand experience from Gaza, describing the IDF's high-tech yet brutal military operations aimed at dismantling Hamas's deep-rooted infrastructure in densely populated urban settings.

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A Portrait of Nahal Oz, Before October 7

Sapir · 1 Nov 2023

The author describes their experience living in Kibbutz Nahal Oz, a community on Israel's border with Gaza.

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The Fog of Waiting - with Haviv Rettig Gur

Call Me Back · 23 Oct 2023

Haviv Rettig Gur discusses the strategic complexities and historical context of Israel's military preparations along the Gaza border, focusing on the tactical delay in launching a ground invasion.

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Unimaginable Tragedy and Unfolding War: Israel Mourns and Mobilizes

Israel Policy Pod · 12 Oct 2023

On October 7, 2023, Israel experienced a horrific tragedy as Hamas militants attacked, breaching the Gaza border, killing over 1,300 people, mostly civilians, marking one of the deadliest days for Jews since the Holocaust.

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The Wobbly Clock is Ticking

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 10 Oct 2023

In a podcast discussion, Eli Lake highlights concerns about the Biden administration's perceived weakness, which could embolden Iran and potentially lead to a lack of strong support for Israel.

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Will Saudi Arabia's MBS save Israel from its political crack-up? With Micah Goodman

Call Me Back · 21 Sep 2023

In this episode, Dan Senor and Micah Goodman discuss the potential impact of a Saudi-Israel normalization deal on Israel's internal political crisis.

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A prayer for 5784

Caroline Glick in JNS · 14 Sep 2023

Trident DMG, a Washington-based public relations firm, has been hired by Blue and White Future, an Israeli NGO, to run a PR campaign against the Netanyahu government and its supporters.

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Shakshuka like a Polaroid Picture

Bonjour Chai · 14 Sep 2023

In a podcast episode hosted by Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy, with guest Marc Weisblott, the focus is on reviewing major news stories of 5783 in the Jewish community.

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Deal Or No Deal - with special guest Prof. Jacob Hanna

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 8 Sep 2023

In a recent episode of "Deal Or No Deal," hosts Yonit and Jonathan discussed various important topics, including a potential retreat by Benjamin Netanyahu on a judicial overhaul, an effort to remove the head of Israel's Holocaust museum, and a significant scientific advancement from the Weizmann Institute led by senior researcher Prof. Jacob Hanna.

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Israeli FM Eli Cohen faces heat for diplomatic blunders

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider · 7 Sep 2023

Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen is facing criticism for his public statement about his meeting with his Libyan counterpart, which led to her sacking and fleeing the country due to death threats.

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Netanyahu reportedly in talks to compromise on judicial overhaul

BCohen in Forward · 5 Sep 2023

Representatives from Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party and Benny Gantz's National Unity party are reportedly in advanced negotiations for a possible compromise on the judicial overhaul in Israel.

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Netanyahu orders crackdown on migrants after unrest involving Eritrean asylum seekers in Tel Aviv

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 3 Sep 2023

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for renewed efforts to remove African asylum seekers from the country after clashes between Eritrean groups and police in Tel Aviv.

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Biden decided to ‘smother Netanyahu with love’ during 2021 Gaza conflict, new book claims

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 31 Aug 2023

In a new book called "The Last Politician: Inside Joe Biden's White House and the Struggle for America's Future," journalist Franklin Foer reveals that President Joe Biden took a softer approach with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the May 2021 conflict between Israel and Hamas.

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Actress Maya Landsman Is Changing the Face of Israeli TV

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 30 Aug 2023

Maya Landsman, a talented actress in Israeli TV and theater, is making waves by portraying complex and relatable characters.

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Herzog Holds Out Hope

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 29 Aug 2023

President Yitzchak Herzog is hopeful about mediating between the different factions in Israeli society.

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“A Natural Act of Vengeance”: Settler Violence and Two Types of Jewish Fundamentalism

Tomer Persico in Sources · 21 Aug 2023

The article examines two types of Jewish fundamentalism in Israel related to settler violence: the post-mamlakhti Hardal faction and the Hilltop Youth, both of which advocate radical views diverging from mainstream Israeli society.

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‘Not Very Pleasant’

Liam Hoare in Moment · 1 Aug 2023

The National Union of Students (NUS) conference in the UK faced controversy when rapper Lowkey, known for his advocacy of Palestinian causes and criticism of Israel, was scheduled to perform.

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