US Pushes for ceasefires as Gaza remians up for debate and thousands mark Hebron’s Shabbat Chayei Sarah
The U.S. seeks to use a Lebanon ceasefire to broker peace in Gaza, while a knesset member suggests occupying Gaza to dismantle Hamas. Despite regional tensions, thousands gathered in Hebron for Shabbat Chayei Sarah under tight security.
October 7th Heroes: Why Some People Rise While Others Freeze
What transforms an ordinary person into a hero? Some people ran toward danger while others ran away. Some found strength they never knew they had, while others froze in fear. What makes the difference?
Pope Calls to Investigate Israel’s “Genocide” in Gaza
“According to some experts, what is happening in Gaza has the characteristics of a genocide… We should investigate carefully to determine whether it fits into the technical definition formulated by jurists and international bodies,” he added.
U.S. sanctions Hamas leaders, IDF Continue to faces rising casualties, and Israel stresses action against Hezbollah threats
The U.S. sanctioned Hamas leaders amid criticism of its strategy, while Israel mourns its 800th IDF casualty in the ongoing war. Israeli officials stress the need to counter Hezbollah threats while pursuing a lasting ceasefire.
Netanyahu’s Hostage Talks, Iran-Hezbollah Ceasefire Push, and IDF Drone Interception
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convenes an emergency meeting to address the stalemate in hostage negotiations with Hamas. Meanwhile, Iran pressures Hezbollah to agree to a ceasefire and the IDF intercepted a drone near Eilat, underscoring the ongoing security threats facing Israel.
No Hostage Deal or Arms embargo against Israel, Video of hostage released
Families of hostages are pushing for stronger advocacy from both governments and Jewish organizations. Meanwhile, Palestinian Islamic Jihad recently released a video of Russian-Israeli hostage Alexander Troufanov, highlighting the urgent humanitarian needs of hostages held in Gaza since October 2023. Also, the U.S. affirmed its continued arms support for Israel,
Fact-Checkers Absent When Editor & Publisher Covers Israel
For a magazine that prides itself on journalistic standards, Editor & Publisher seems to throw those standards right out the window when Israel is the subject of their reporting.
Israel rejects Lebanon ceasefire, as PA and Hamas attempt to harm Israel
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that there will be no ceasefire in Lebanon, as Israel aims to dismantle Hezbollah’s capabilities while keeping pressure on Iran. Also, a Palestinian official attributed recent anti-Israeli violence in Amsterdam to global frustration with Israel, and unsurprisingly, the IDF found ammunition in a Gaza aid convoy.
The “Palestinization” of Brandeis University?
Why is the Hamas war against Israel being described by the Israel Studies Center at Brandeis University as merely the “suffering of Israelis and Palestinians”?
Trump may have chosen UN Ambassador, Israel Takes down 1200 Hamas terrorists and gets hit by rockets from Houthis
President-elect Donald Trump has reportedly offered Rep. Elise Stefanik the role of U.S. ambassador to the U.N. In Gaza, the IDF reports significant progress against Hamas, capturing or killing 2,000 militants. Meanwhile, missile and drone attacks from Iran-backed groups, including Yemen’s Houthi militia, target Israeli areas.