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AIPAC opposes a letter against annexation spearheaded by AOC

AIPAC opposes a letter against annexation spearheaded by AOC

According to AIPAC, the letter, which is yet to be released, “explicitly threatens the US-Israel relationship in ways that would damage American interests.”   WASHINGTON… Read More ›

Palestinians say ready for direct talks with Israel

Palestinians say ready for direct talks with Israel

Palestinian PM tells Mideast Quartet (U.S., U.N., E.U and Russia) will agree to state with a limited number of weapons and an international force to… Read More ›

As annexation looms, several leading Republican lawmakers remain silent

As annexation looms, several leading Republican lawmakers remain silent

While 116 Republican House members, including Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, support move, top Senators like Mitch McConnell, Lindsey Graham and Mitt Romney have kept quiet… Read More ›

UK Shadow Minister calls for settlement goods ban if Israel annexes West Bank lands

UK Shadow Minister calls for settlement goods ban if Israel annexes West Bank lands

Lisa Nandy called on the British government for ‘concrete action’ in response to Israel’s annexation drive, calling the situation ‘urgent’ saying the move would require… Read More ›

Erdogan’s agenda: Neo-Ottoman ambition or pan-Islamist zeal?

Erdogan’s agenda: Neo-Ottoman ambition or pan-Islamist zeal?

It is noteworthy to those of us who focus on international religious freedom that whenever Turkey moves in, religious freedom moves out.   Turkish aggression… Read More ›

Report: 6 pro-Iranian fighters killed in alleged IDF raid in Syria

Report: 6 pro-Iranian fighters killed in alleged IDF raid in Syria

Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says 4 Syrian nationals were among those killed in the strikes – ‘likely’ to have been carried out by the… Read More ›

Analysis: Annexation’s irony: Bringing Israeli politics closer to Palestinian statehood

Analysis: Annexation’s irony: Bringing Israeli politics closer to Palestinian statehood

A window of opportunity has opened for Israel, but it isn’t cost-free; many now argue annexation could finally draw a line in the sand between… Read More ›

Gantz is kicking Israelis as they drown

Gantz is kicking Israelis as they drown

Opinion: In Israel’s worst economic crisis, with one million unemployed, this gluttonous regime has never seemed so brazen, as Netanyahu demands more from state coffers… Read More ›

PA is pushing the Palestinian public into Israeli arms

PA is pushing the Palestinian public into Israeli arms

Opinion: Tightening ties between Palestinians and Israel is not only an existential nightmare for the authorities in Ramallah, but should also be seen as a… Read More ›

Virus cases surge with 532 new infections in past day

Virus cases surge with 532 new infections in past day

Jump marks highest daily total in 2 months as experts warn Israel on cusp of ‘losing control’; positive test rate climbs to 2.6%; army opens… Read More ›

Keep the Shin Bet out of Israelis’ lives

Keep the Shin Bet out of Israelis’ lives

Opinion: The security service’s chief has urged ministers to find a solution to need to track people exposed to COVID-19; the state must guarantee that… Read More ›

Jerusalem Municipality covers up LGBT pride sign at US Embassy

Jerusalem Municipality covers up LGBT pride sign at US Embassy

Far-right deputy mayor hails prevention of attempt to ‘defile Jerusalem’s sanctity,’ but city hall and embassy say banner will be put up without delay when… Read More ›

Trump set to make decision on annexation

Trump set to make decision on annexation

The peace team plans to discuss what to do if Alternate Prime Minister and Defense Minister Benny Gantz and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu do not… Read More ›

Israel’s muddled virus strategy sows confusion

Israel’s muddled virus strategy sows confusion

Opinion: Israel has neglected to use of the early months of the pandemic and the reduction in COVID-19 cases to put in place a comprehensive… Read More ›

Israel’s coronavirus closure failed and now the clock is ticking

Israel’s coronavirus closure failed and now the clock is ticking

Opinion: The resurgence caused by reopening schools shows there is no coexisting with this pathogen; the government must act quickly, using all its high-tech and… Read More ›

Air Force cadets, including 3 women, to get their wings Thursday

Air Force cadets, including 3 women, to get their wings Thursday

Ceremony to be held on the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Jewish Defense Organizations   Forty Air Force cadets, including three women, from… Read More ›

In annexation, it’s maximum land, minimum Palestinians

In annexation, it’s maximum land, minimum Palestinians

Opinion: It is in our interest to annex settlements and unpopulated West Bank land, while threats from regional allies, primarily Gulf states, can be put… Read More ›

‘Giving up on Elon Moreh is like giving up on the Temple Mount’

‘Giving up on Elon Moreh is like giving up on the Temple Mount’

“The significance of this place can not be underestimated,” Hillel said. “Here the Bible played out. Here everything began.”   Eliav Hillel still carries the… Read More ›

Israel must end this coronavirus chaos

Israel must end this coronavirus chaos

Opinion: Politicians have to take a step back and let the experts dictate the necessary steps to combat COVID-19 without political considerations or pressure from… Read More ›

Cypriot president cancels Israel trip as COVID-19 cases surge

Cypriot president cancels Israel trip as COVID-19 cases surge

Nicosia says visit by Nicos Anastasiades pushed off because of coronavirus concerns, as Cyprus prepares to open tourist season after removing Israel from low-risk group… Read More ›