Palestinian hunger striker’s health ‘deteriorating’
A Palestinian prisoner’s health is “rapidly deteriorating” as he enters the 12th day of his hunger strike, according to his father. Hassan Showka, from the…
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Israel closes Palestinian media groups in West Bank
The Israeli army closed several Palestinian media companies in the occupied West Bank in a wave of raids overnight Tuesday, drawing criticism from the Palestinian Authority (PA)….
This Texas town offers hurricane relief — if your politics are right
Nearly two months after Hurricane Harvey socked the Texas coastline, residents are still in the early stages of the costly and complicated cleanup process. Now…
For Israel, concern over Iran leads to better ties with Arab states
JERUSALEM: Israel has been promoting the idea that its ties with Arab countries are improving, and some experts say there are signs that shared concerns…
The Danger Of Iran On A Collision Course With Israel Over Syria
Wednesday’s statement by the Iranian military’s chief of staff, Maj.-Gen. Mohammad Bagheri, that it is “not acceptable for the Zionist regime to violate Syria any…
Israel will not negotiate with Palestinian unity government if Hamas is involved
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s prime minister, will refuse any diplomatic talks with an emerging Palestinian unity government if the Hamas militant group plays any role within it. In…
Want ‘Official Israel’ To Respect You, Diaspora Jews? Here’s How To Make It Happen
Israel boasts that it is the Jewish Homeland. A home for all Jews. It declares solidarity and inclusion that in reality it fails to deliver….
Israel approves settler housing in the heart of Hebron
For the first time in 15 years, Israel’s civil administration has approved the construction of settlement housing units in the Palestinian city of Hebron. Israel…
U.S., Israel quit UNESCO
The U.S. on Thursday announced its withdrawal from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), accusing it of “continuing anti-Israel bias.” UNESCO is…
Jordan: Jews on Temple Mount are a ‘provocation’ to Muslims
The Jordanian government condemned Israel for allowing Jews to visit the Temple Mount, calling it “irresponsible” and “provocative to Muslims around the world.” Jordan’s Minister…