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Hasidic Sympathy for the Palestinians
In 1947 Martin Buber published a collection of Hasidic sayings entitled Ten Rungs, each “rung” corresponding to an aspect of daily life impacted by faith. The first two paragraphs of his Preface are as relevant today as they were when he wrote...
Israel And the European Union Finalize Negotiations on a Comprehensive Aviation Agreement
Israel and the European Union have finalized negotiations on a comprehensive aviation agreement during a final round of negotiating in Tel Aviv on March 22 2012. The agreement will gradually open up and integrate the respective markets, strengthen cooperation...
Fighting Continues Along the Israel-Gaza Border
Fighting along the Israel-Gaza border continued for a third day Sunday. Sixteen Palestinian militants and two civilians have been killed since violence began on Friday, while Israel has been battered by more than 120 rockets.
White House Denies Discussing Reported Request By Israel for Advanced U.S. Military Equipment That Could be Used Against Iran
The White House said Thursday that President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in their meetings this week, did not discuss Israel’s reported request for advanced U.S. military equipment that could be used against Iran.
Israel Building Seven-meter-high Fence Across the Desert Border
Israel’s concerns about southern border security heightened last summer when gunmen crossed from Egypt and attacked Israeli civilians. Israel is building a seven-meter-high fence across the desert border.
US Envoy Dispatched to Israel to Discuss Iran Tensions
U.S. President Barack Obama has dispatched a senior envoy to Israel amid growing tensions with Iran about its nuclear program.
Lengthy Hunger Strike By a Palestinian Prisoner of Israel Stirring Up Emotions in the West Bank And Gaza
A lengthy hunger strike by a Palestinian prisoner of Israel is stirring up emotions in the West Bank and Gaza and putting Israel on edge.
Antigone Rising Travels To Israel And West Bank As Arts Envoys
ANTIGONE RISING, the popular all female country/rock band, will travel to Israel and the West Bank as Arts Envoys, a cultural initiative sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. During the trip, from February 19th- 28th, Antigone Rising will perform...
