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Israeli Minister Resigns in Protest over Right-Wing Defense Minister
In Israel, the environment minister has resigned over the appointment of right-wing, ultranationalist politician Avigdor Lieberman as defense minister. Environmental Protection Minister Avi Gabbay announced … Israeli Minister Resigns in Protest over Right-Wing Defense MinisterRead more
Israeli Defense Minister, Moshe Ya’alon, Resigns
“To my great regret extremist and dangerous elements have overrun Israel and the Likud party”. The Israeli defense minister, Moshe Ya’alon, has resigned, saying, “I … Israeli Defense Minister, Moshe Ya’alon, ResignsRead more
Israeli Army General Compares Israel to 1930s Germany, Walks Back Remarks
an Israeli army general has compared modern-day Israel to “nauseating trends” in 1930s Germany. The Israeli military’s deputy chief of staff, Major General Yair Golan, … Israeli Army General Compares Israel to 1930s Germany, Walks Back RemarksRead more
Israel Just Freed A 12-Year-Old Palestinian Girl From Prison
The Israeli prison service released a 12-year-old girl, believed to be the youngest Palestinian female ever imprisoned, on Sunday after she confessed to planning a … Israel Just Freed A 12-Year-Old Palestinian Girl From PrisonRead more
“Brand Israel” ? No Celebration of Occupation
No Celebration of Occupation: 1,500 Artists and Writers Sign Letter Protesting Toronto Film Festival Decision to Spotlight Tel Aviv The Toronto International Film Festival is … “Brand Israel” ? No Celebration of OccupationRead more