An open letter to the Columbia University Gaza war protesters from a pro-Palestinian activist in Israel
by Haviva Ner-David (JTA) — As a graduate of Columbia College (Class of 1991) and a peace activist who lives in Israel, I am watching…
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US and 17 other countries with hostages in Gaza call for their release in exchange for a ceasefire
by Ron Kampeas WASHINGTON (JTA) — The Biden administration released a call from the leaders of 18 countries with citizens held hostage in Gaza calling…
Calgary couple bears witness via Shurat HaDin Mission
By Regan Treewater (AJNews) – Journalistic objectivity is a hallmark of the profession, and a standard that the greater public depends on from their news-media….
Jewish groups signal new interest in Gaza aid following Israel’s strike on World Central Kitchen workers
by Andrew Lapin (JTA) — The New Israel Fund opened its latest fundraising pitch Wednesday with a Passover-themed plea: “Let all who are hungry come…
Biden administration ‘outraged’ by Israeli strike that killed 7 aid workers, as humanitarian groups suspend operations in Gaza
by Ron Kampeas WASHINGTON (JTA) — The Biden White House expressed its “outrage” over an Israeli drone strike Monday that killed seven aid workers with…