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Commentary: When an Israeli minister denies Palestinians are a people, there is little hope for peace

“Mr. Chairman,” read the letter signed by the prime minister of Israel Yitzhak Rabin sent to Yasser Arafat. “In response to your letter of September 9, 1993, I wish to confirm to you that, in light of the PLO commitments included in your letter, the Government of Israel has decided…

Los Angeles Times · Mar 23, 2023

Trudy Rubin: Netanyahu's radical cabinet ministers ignore history and pursue one undemocratic state

One of the advantages of growing older is that you accumulate something called "historic memory," which basically means you've been around long enough to recall more than younger folks.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jan 28, 2023

Israel's far-right government seen through the lens of Yitzhak Rabin's assassination

In November of 1995, a Jewish extremist murdered Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, marking a turning point in the country's history. For some, Rabin's assassination partially catalysed the death of a certain path towards peace with Palestinians and a sense of unity among Israelis. Nearly three decades later, Israel has…

France 24 · Jan 25, 2023

Israeli Leaders Warn Of Nation Divided At Ceremony Marking Yitzhak Rabin’s Death

Both President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Yair Lapid suggested at the ceremony that Israel's democracy is under threat. 

Zenger · Nov 9, 2022

Israel ultranationalist due for government role says: 'I've moderated'

A far-rightist lined up for a senior post in the next Israeli government sought on Monday to reassure the country's minorities that he would safeguard them, but he made no mention of Palestinians who feel especially threatened by his rise.

Reuters · Nov 7, 2022

Israel's premier calls for unity after Netanyahu victory

Israel’s outgoing prime minister has issued a plea for national unity, days after he was defeated in national elections by the former premier, Benjamin Netanyahu

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2022

Analysis: The fall and rise of Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu was able to return to power by utilising the far right, a side of Israeli politics that had been shunned.

Al Jazeera · Nov 3, 2022

Israel elections: Who is Itamar Ben-Gvir?

Far-right leader set to play kingmaker to Benjamin Netanyahu

The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2022

Netanyahu on track to win in Israeli election – but there are many challenges ahead

More than 71% of Israel’s 6.5 million eligible voters, a 20-year high, cast their votes in Israel’s November 1 elections. This is the fifth Israeli election in less than four years; during that period, two shaky governments were formed, each of which lasted only a year.

The Conversation · Nov 2, 2022

Far-right Ben-Gvir emerges as key player in Israel elections

As Israel faces fifth poll in less than four years, rising tension is boosting support for the notorious politician.

Al Jazeera · Nov 1, 2022