Debate escalates over whether UNRWA aid agency for Palestinians is a lifeline or threat
by Eliyahu Freedman BETHLEHEM, West Bank (JTA) — At the entrance to the Aida refugee camp in Bethlehem, a large poster depicts a white hand…
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UN report validates ‘clear and convincing’ allegations of Hamas sexual violence
by Ron Kampeas (JTA) — A United Nations report validated Israeli reports of sexual violence committed by Hamas during its Oct. 7 invasion of Israel…
Dozens die in Gaza aid stampede as war-induced humanitarian crisis worsens
by Philissa Cramer (JTA) — Dozens of Palestinians died during a stampede to access aid in Gaza City on Thursday, a tally that Hamas said…
Israel returns to hostage talks as Netanyahu presents postwar plan for Gaza governance
by Philissa Cramer (JTA) — Israeli negotiators have arrived in Paris to participate hostage talks, in a sign that officials believe, that a deal can…
The brother of a hostage is asking for Canada’s help
By Jonathan Rothman, Canadian Jewish News (CJN) – Since Oct. 7, Michael Levy has put his life on hold to advocate non-stop for his brother…