Israel-Hamas War

 IDF soldiers gather next to tanks near the Israel-Gaza border, May 8, 2024

Biden administration believes Israel has enough troops to enter Rafah in expansive op. - CNN

Despite these calculations, the US is still unsure of whether Israel will act on its initial goal of entering Gaza's southernmost city, where, according to reports, one million Gazans are sheltering.

Reflecting on Israel's 76th Independence Day with subdued celebrations amid Israel-Hamas war

Israel's 76th Independence Day celebrations are subdued amid the aftermath of the October 7 Hamas attack and war in Gaza, with somber reflections and scaled-back events.

By DEBORAH DANAN/JTA
14/05/2024

Rep. Jamaal Bowman accuses Israel of 'onslaught against innocent civilians' during primary debate

Rep. Jamaal Bowman and challenger George Latimer clash over Israel, funding sources, and domestic issues in the heated Democratic primary debate.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
14/05/2024

The Palestinian war plan and the two-state peace delusion

The Palestinian population has been raised on anti-Israel and anti-Jewish/antisemitic propaganda. Their ultimate goal? The eradication of the Jewish state.

By ANTHONY PAMM
14/05/2024

How can I celebrate Israel’s Independence Day when my country is in turmoil?

Rabbi Mikie Goldstein offers a thought-provoking critique of Israel's policies and actions, questioning war strategies, and the true meaning of independence.

By JTA/RABBI MIKIE GOLDSTEIN
14/05/2024

‘There is so much suffering on both sides’, says mother of hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin

Mother of American-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg Polin urged the US for further involvement in hostage negotiations. She also spoke about the suffering on both sides of the conflict.

By MAARIV
14/05/2024

US: Israel can’t totally defeat Hamas in Gaza, end game needed

US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell said "I don't think we believe that that is likely or possible and that this looks a lot like situations that we found ourselves in after 9/11..."

Former US military intelligence official says he resigned over Gaza war

Mann said he kept quiet about his motives for resigning for months out of fear.

By REUTERS
13/05/2024

Grills of Hope: Barbecuing for Israel’s soldiers

Nonprofit organization based in Ra’anana, Grills of Hope, hosts 200th BBQ for soldiers serving in the Gaza war.

By GIL LEWINSKY
13/05/2024

Netanyahu: It's us or them – Israel or the Hamas monsters

What is at stake, Netanyahu said, is Israel’s “existence, liberty, security and prosperity.”

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