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Protests Erupt In DC Over Netanyahu Visit And Hostage Crisis

Protests in Washington during Netanyahu's visit spark demands for cease-fire and hostage release, leading to arrests and heightened security.

Wave of protests break out in Washington DC ahead of Netanyahu speech

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington this week has kicked off a wave of protests in the nation's capital. Police on Tuesday cracked down on Jewish Voice for Peace demonstrators who staged a sit-in at a congressional office building ahead of Netanyahu's address to Congress on Wednesday, and…

France 24 · Jul 24, 2024

For many American Jews protesting for Palestinians, activism is a journey rooted in their Jewish values

In April 2024, during Passover, a group of American rabbis approached a border crossing in Israel. Affiliated with Rabbis for Ceasefire, the group joined Jewish Israeli activists attempting to deliver food to Gazans.

The Conversation · May 21, 2024

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Congressional Republicans Launch 'Fishing Expedition' Against Progressive, Jewish, and Palestinian Nonprofits

The House Oversight and Education committees are investigating the sources of “malign influence” behind campus protests. They’re using tactics Republicans used to hate.

Reason · May 16, 2024

Anti-Defamation League ramps up lobbying to promote controversial definition of antisemitism

Federal records show a dramatic spending increase that critics say is primarily intended to punish criticism of Israel and target pro-Palestinian groups

The Guardian - US · May 15, 2024

‘Like family’: three women – two Palestinian, one Jewish – find peace amid campus chaos

The protests sweeping US universities have brought intense division, but some students have treasured hope, unity, solidarity and love

The Guardian - US · May 5, 2024

Columbia, NYU, Yale on the boil over Israel’s war on Gaza: What’s going on?

Classes will be held virtually on Monday amid mounting tension between US pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protesters.

Al Jazeera · Apr 22, 2024

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‘Honest and brave’: progressive Jewish figures defend Jonathan Glazer speech

Jewish Voice for Peace and the Auschwitz Memorial among those defending Oscar winner amid backlash over words at ceremony

The Guardian - US · Mar 20, 2024

The West Bank Comes to New Jersey

Teaneck already had tensions over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. A real estate sale caused it to snap.

Reason · Mar 11, 2024

Edward Said seems like a prophet: 20 years on, ‘there’s hunger for his narrative’

As war rages in Gaza, the scholar and activist’s words feel prescient. That’s because so little has changed

The Guardian - US · Feb 15, 2024

Over 100 Arrested Protesting Pennsylvania's Israel Investment at Capitol

Over 100 protestors were arrested in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania for demonstrating against the state government's investment in Israel. The protest was organi...

Columbia Uni bars people accused of spraying pro-Palestine protesters

The US institution says it has banned attackers responsible for spraying a hazardous chemical on pro-Palestine rally.

Al Jazeera · Jan 23, 2024

Could a divided Jewish base upend US Democrats’ presidential hopes?

Poll indicates President Joe Biden’s stance on Israel’s war in Gaza has divided Jewish voters along generational lines.

Al Jazeera · Jan 22, 2024

Anti-Defamation League staff decry ‘dishonest’ campaign against Israel critics

ADL has only doubled down on initiatives defending Israel and the policies of the Israeli government amid criticism and staff resignations

The Guardian - US · Jan 5, 2024

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The Guardian - US · Nov 27, 2023

Pro-Gaza ceasefire activists shut down Manhattan Bridge for hours

Jewish Voice for Peace estimates more than 1,500 protesters calling for permanent ceasefire blocked cars amid holiday traffic

The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2023

Jewish protesters and allies stage sit-in at California federal building demanding Gaza cease-fire

Hundreds of protesters led by Jewish peace activists calling for a cease fire in Gaza have staged a sit-in inside of the federal building in Oakland, California, leading to multiple arrests

The Guardian - US · Nov 14, 2023

Everyone loves diversity and inclusion – until you stick up for Palestinians

I was invited to a school panel that wasn’t even about Israel and Palestine. Then, some parents accused me of ‘hate speech’

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2023

Jewish protesters and allies block Israeli consulate in Chicago, demanding a cease-fire in Gaza

Hundreds of Jewish peace activists and allies from across the Midwest have called for a cease-fire in Gaza at a major Chicago train station

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The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2023

Columbia University suspends two student groups over Israel-Palestine protests

The groups will be unable to hold events for the rest of the fall semester

Reason · Nov 10, 2023

Columbia Suspends Students for Justice in Palestine + Jewish Voice for Peace for Threats and Holding Unauthorized Event

From a statement today: Columbia University is suspending Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) and Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) as official student groups through the end of the fall term. This decision was made after the two groups repeatedly violated University policies related to holding campus events, culminating in…

The Guardian - US · Nov 4, 2023

‘I, too, am the Jewish community’: rift among US Jews widens over Gaza war

Within families and congregations, on campuses, at protests and online, fissures within Jewish communities are deepening

The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2023

Protesters swarm Grand Central station to demand Israeli ceasefire

Hundreds of protesters have filled the main concourse of New York City’s famed Grand Central Terminal to demand a cease-fire as Israel intensifies its bombardment of the Gaza Strip

WEKU · Oct 28, 2023

For some Jewish peace activists, demands for a cease-fire come at a personal cost

Jewish Americans critical of how Israel and the U.S. are responding to Hamas' attack say they're ostracized by the mainstream U.S. Jewish community. They worry there's no room for dissenting voices.

The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2023

NYC protesters demand Israeli cease-fire, at least 200 detained after filling Grand Central station

Hundreds of protesters have filled the main concourse of New York City’s famed Grand Central Terminal to demand a cease-fire as Israel intensifies its bombardment of the Gaza Strip

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 24, 2023

Jewish groups calling for cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war block traffic in the Loop

Over 70 protesters were issued citations for obstructing traffic, according to Chicago police. No arrests were made, and no injuries were reported.

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