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Israelis step up protests over government's legal overhaul

Israelis are stepping up their protests against a contentious government plan to overhaul the judicial system

The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2023

Israelis Step up Protests Over Govt’s Legal Overhaul

Israelis protesting a contentious government plan to overhaul the judicial system were set to step up their opposition on Wednesday, with large demonstrations and road closures expected in what protest leaders have dubbed a “national day of disruption.” The demonstrations come as the government barrels ahead with the legal changes.…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 1, 2023

Israel Minister Says Palestinian Planned to Kill Him

Israel’s controversial far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said on Tuesday police had arrested a Palestinian who planned to assassinate him. A statement from his office said the man, who was not identified, was arrested several weeks ago. “The Arab suspect, a Jerusalem resident, who was planning to assassinate National…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 1, 2023

Israel says motorist killed in West Bank held US citizenship

Israeli authorities says the motorist killed by a suspected Palestinian gunman in the occupied West Bank held citizenship in both the United States and Israel

The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2023

Israel releases settlers arrested after anti-Palestinian attacks

Only eight Jewish settlers were arrested after Sunday’s attack on villages near Nablus that left one Palestinian dead.

Al Jazeera · Feb 28, 2023

Alleged higher Iran enrichment worries Germany, Israel

Germany's foreign minister says her country and Israel are worried about an accusation attributed to international inspectors that Iran enriched uranium to 84% purity

The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2023

Martin Schram: Remembering — and maybe rethinking — Carter’s presidency

As Jimmy Carter began his hospice care at home in his rural Plains, Georgia, precisely where he wanted to be for his final transition, well-wishers from politics and the media began reflecting about how our 39th president’s greatest contributions came after he left Washington.

Tribune News Service · Feb 28, 2023

Israeli PM’s Ultranationalist Ally Quits as Deputy Minister

An ultranationalist ally of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has tendered his resignation as a deputy minister in the new government. Avi Maoz's departure was the first crack in Netanyahu's ruling coalition, which assumed office in late December after securing a parliamentary majority in the November elections. Maoz, the head…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 28, 2023

Israeli Foreign Minister Calls On The United States To Present A Military Action Towards Iran

Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen called on Washington to take steps to convince Tehran that the United States is not bluffing.

Zenger · Feb 28, 2023

Gene Simmons As The Guest Of Honor To Unveil The Mural Of A Polish Catholic Holocaust Hero

Artists 4 Israel is expanding its series of murals honoring Righteous Among the Nations that will include Gene Simmons.

Zenger · Feb 28, 2023