By Rabbi Dow Marmur JERUSALEM — “The State of Israel against the Jews” is the provocative title of an article in Friday’s Ha’aretz Magazine by Eva Illuz, professor of sociology at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem and author of many important books and articles on current affairs. She bases her contention on the highly publicized encounters
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International, Middle East, USABy Alon Ben-Meir and Arbana Xharra NEW YORK — As Turkey’s President Erdogan runs out of money, he is now, more than any time before, using religion to exploit the Balkans, especially the states that are more susceptible to Islamic influence. Bosnia is at the fore of Erdogan’s ambitious Islamic agenda, where he is
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Alon Ben-Meir, International, Middle East
Women in Peace subject of study at the Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice The Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice at the University of San Diego is focusing on the role women can play in peace-making, with panels planned Oct. 23, Nov. 7, and Nov. 8 on the campus. Featured will be Rosa Emilia
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Books, Poetry & Short Stories, International, Middle East, USAAnne Frank Center releases open letter to Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg “We understand it’s not easy keeping 2 billion members happy, much less shouldering the weight for all the nasty things they might say to one another. We genuinely appreciate all the good social media can accomplish: the personal connections, the charity drives, the human compassion,
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Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Middle East, USASAN FRANCISCO (Press Release)–Nine of the world’s leading philanthropic foundations announced their intent to commit at least $459 million through 2022 to the protection, restoration and expansion of forests and lands worldwide and the recognition of indigenous peoples’ and traditional communities’ collective land rights and resource management. These are powerful and under-appreciated climate solutions and
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International, Middle East, The World We Share, USABy Steve Kramer KFAR SAVA, Israel — The Palestinian Arabs have turned refugee status into a profession, according to Middle East expert Mordechai Kedar. If nothing is done to change this, by the end of the 21st century, Palestinian Arab “refugees” may number about 100 million! How’s that possible? UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works
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Middle East, Steve KramerWASHINGTON, D.C. (Press Release) — The following statement was issued on Monday by the U.S. State Department: “The Administration has determined after careful review that the office of the General Delegation of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) in Washington should close. We have permitted the PLO office to conduct operations that support the objective of
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Middle East, USABy Ira Shakansky JERUSALEM — Even before the book was published, excerpts were spreading across the media. It’s Bob Woodward’s Fear, reflecting numerous conversations with insiders about the reality of the Trump White House. It fits what’s been apparent from presidential tweets, and extemporaneous comments later modified by aides. And it’s reinforced by an anonymous
Decision- making chaotic in U.S., calculated in Israel Read More »
Ira Sharkansky, Middle East, USABy Rabbi Dow Marmur JERUSALEM — The good news – according to a poll published in Ha’aretz on the Eve of Rosh Hashanah – is that 54% of all Israelis believe in God and another 21% believe that we’re governed by a Higher Power. The bad news is that, as a result, 37% don’t believe
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Jewish Religion, Middle EastBy Dorothea Shefer-Vanson MEVASSERET ZION, Israel — As ever, returning to Israel after two months of absence is something of a culture shock, particularly when it comes to driving a car. One is reminded with alarm that rules are no longer rules, the word ‘courtesy’ does not exist in the Hebrew language, and the overall feeling
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Dorothea Shefer-Vanson, International, Middle East, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Travel and Food
German court in Hesse hears case alleging discrimination against Israelis by Kuwait Airways The High Court of Hesse on Thursday heard an appeal against a previous Frankfurt court ruling regarding Kuwait Airways’ discriminatory policy of banning Israeli passengers from flying on the airline. The case was brought by an Israeli student, represented by The Lawfare
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International, Middle East, Science, Medicine, & Education, USABy Ira Sharkansky JERUSALEM — BDS and other anti-Israel movements on western campuses and elsewhere are clearly at odds with what is happening here. We shouldn’t be surprised. Americans and others operate by their own norms, with limited—if any—connection with the realities of Palestinian politics. Those enamored of a Palestinian state might consider the condition of
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Ira Sharkansky, Middle East
Paraguay reverses self; moves Embassy from Jerusalem back to Tel Aviv The American Jewish Committee expressed deep disappointment over Paraguay’s decision to close its recently opened embassy in Jerusalem and return it to Tel Aviv. “This diplomatic reversal is shocking,” said Dina Siegel Vann, AJC Director of Latino and Latin American Affairs. “Paraguay has
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International, Jewish History, Middle East, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Science, Medicine, & Education, USA
Magen David Adom, Israel Railways and police conduct emergency drill on new high speed train lane After the holidays, the new high speed train lane leading to Jerusalem is expected to open. Awaiting the opening of the new lane and as part of the preparations, Israel Railways, Israel’s police, MDA and firefighting services conducted a
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International, Middle East, Science, Medicine, & Education, USA