West Bank Settlements

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Yechiel Leiter, American-Israeli former settler leader who lost a son in Gaza, to serve as next Israeli ambassador to US

Luke Tress in JTA · 8 Nov

Yechiel Leiter, an American-Israeli with deep ties to the West Bank settlement movement, has been appointed as the next Israeli ambassador to the United States by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

0 Politics Israel

The Knesset just voted against Palestinian statehood. Here’s all the ways that’s bad for Israel.

David A. Halperin in JTA · 19 Jul

The recent Knesset vote against Palestinian statehood, fueled by concerns over security and distrust in the Palestinian Authority, poses significant drawbacks for Israel.

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The Four Israel's

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 19 Jun

The text discusses different perspectives on Israel, highlighting how mainstream media oversimplifies Israel's portrayal, focusing excessively on conflict and neglecting societal advancements.

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Hamas' leaders hold Netanyahu's political future in their hands. The outcome will remake Israel

Dan Perry in Forward · 5 Jun

The article discusses how Hamas' decision regarding President Biden's ceasefire proposal could greatly impact Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political future.

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Learning from Menachem Begin

Sapir · 1 Jun

Menachem Begin, Israel's sixth prime minister, embodied the concept of "hadar," which combines dignity, honor, and self-respect.

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After drawing protests in NJ and Canada, Israeli real estate tour cancels Brooklyn stop over security concerns

Luke Tress in Forward · 13 Mar

A real estate tour promoting properties in Israel and West Bank settlements faced controversy and protests, leading to the cancellation of its final Brooklyn event due to security concerns.

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After drawing protests in other cities, an expo about Israeli real estate is canceled in Brooklyn

Luke Tress in JTA · 13 Mar

An expo promoting Israeli real estate and West Bank settlements faced cancellation in Brooklyn due to security concerns following protests in other cities.

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Why did Israeli real estate shows become such a flashpoint for protests in Canada?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 11 Mar

Israeli real estate events in Canada, which promote the purchase of properties including those in disputed territories, have sparked significant protests amid heightened tensions following the October 7 conflict.

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Both the Israeli and Palestinian governments should be obligated to recognize the other’s right to statehood

Dylan Williams in Forward · 19 Jan

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's denial of the Palestinian people's right to statehood reflects a double standard.

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Biden administration, Reform Jewish leader slam Smotrich and Ben Gvir for calling for Palestinians’ removal from Gaza

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 3 Jan

The Biden administration and Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the Union for Reform Judaism, have condemned the calls made by Israeli government ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir to remove Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.

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Normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia is not imminent

Nora Berman in Forward · 10 Aug 2023

The idea of an Israeli-Saudi Arabia normalization deal may seem within reach, but it is unlikely to happen easily.

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Reasonableness in the Crosshairs

Israel Policy Pod · 17 Jul 2023

In this discussion, Neri Zilber and Prof. Suzie Navot analyze the Netanyahu government's recent push to overhaul Israel's judicial system.

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GOP senators accuse Biden of initiating an ‘antisemitic boycott’ of Israel for settlement policy change

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 11 Jul 2023

A group of Republican senators is threatening to block the confirmation of administration nominees unless the State Department rescinds a ban on US scientific research projects in Israeli settlements in the West Bank.

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Analyzing the Jenin Camp Operation

Israel Policy Pod · 6 Jul 2023

Nimrod Novik, Ibrahim Dalalsha, and Neri Zilber discuss the recent Israeli military operation in the Jenin refugee camp, focusing on the Israeli government's objectives, the history and politics of the camp, the Palestinian Authority's current state, the operation's outcomes, local militant groups' performance, and the potential for increased violence and instability.

0 History Politics

Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict

Israel Policy Pod · 27 Jun 2023

Journalist and analyst Oren Kessler's book "Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict" is discussed by Tel Aviv-based journalist Neri Zilber, highlighting the significance of this historical period in understanding the current Middle East situation.

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Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict

Israel Policy Pod · 27 Jun 2023

In a discussion about the book "Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict," journalist Oren Kessler and host Neri Zilber talk about the significance of this historical period and its relevance to the present.

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What Does Bibi Actually Want?

Israel Policy Pod · 30 May 2023

In a discussion between Walla News Chief Political Correspondent Tal Shalev and journalist Neri Zilber, the current state of Israeli politics is analyzed after the passing of the state budget.

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What Does Bibi Actually Want?

Israel Policy Pod · 30 May 2023

Walla News Chief Political Correspondent Tal Shalev and Israel Policy Forum Policy Advisor Neri Zilber discuss Israeli politics post the state budget passing, focusing on Netanyahu's challenges from protests, coalition hardliners, and upcoming pitfalls.

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The Israeli Spring

Israel Policy Pod · 27 Mar 2023

In the wake of mass protests and public anger, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to suspend his plan to undermine the country's judicial system.

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Circumventing Courts, Discarding Disengagement, and Regional Rivalries: Israel’s Coalescing Crises

Israel Policy Pod · 22 Mar 2023

In a recent episode of the podcast, Tel Aviv-based journalist Neri Zilber discusses the escalating crisis in Israel with guests Michael Koplow and Shira Efron.

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Israel’s new leader has a Canadian connection—and plenty of challenges

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 16 Jun 2021

This episode examines the political and international significance of Naftali Bennett becoming Israel's new prime minister, focusing on his Canadian connections and policy implications.

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Avigdor Lieberman Wants Deal With Trump To Expand Big West Bank Settlements

Forward · 17 Nov 2016

In a briefing, Israel's Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman proposed reaching an agreement with the incoming Trump administration to focus settlement building in major West Bank blocs, freezing construction in isolated areas.

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And How Do You Like Israel?

Allan Arkush in Jewish Review of Books · 9 Dec 2014

The text discusses the evolving international perception of Israel post-1967, attributing the shift to various factors such as the revolutionary left's support for Palestinian causes, the Arab oil embargo, the academic influence of Edward Said redefining Zionism negatively, and Likud government policies contributing to Israel's declining global image.

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Peace, Plan B

Shlomo Avineri in Jewish Review of Books · 15 Jun 2014

The failure of Secretary of State John Kerry's peace efforts between Israelis and Palestinians was hindered by issues such as Netanyahu's demand for recognition of Israel as a Jewish state and continued West Bank construction, along with Abbas linking talks to prisoner releases and not accepting Israel as a Jewish state.

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