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June 28, 2011
Reps urge Clinton to protect U.S. citizens on Gaza flotilla
Six Democratic lawmakers urged U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to ensure the safety of the American citizens who join the Gaza flotilla.
Hamas rejects German mediator’s offer on Shalit
Hamas rejected an offer to free captive Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit made by the German mediator, a deal which the Israeli government had accepted.
Iran tests missiles capable of reaching Israel, U.S. bases
Iran reportedly tested medium- and long-range missiles that are capable of reaching Israel and U.S. bases.\n
Activists, Israeli Navy prepare for flotilla bound for Gaza
Israel\’s Navy is preparing to intercept the pro-Palestinian flotilla due to set sail for the Gaza Strip from Mediterranean ports later this week.\n
Mazon doling out $3 million in grants to fight hunger
Mazon said it has awarded more than $3 million in grants for 2011 to agencies dedicated to fighting hunger.
$2.5 million grant will place young adults with disabilities in jobs
A $2.5 million grant to Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Boston will fund a groundbreaking program that places young adults with disabilities in jobs.
State Department says Israel not preventing human trafficking
Israel is not in full compliance with the minimum international standards to prevent human trafficking, but is making efforts to bring itself up to par, the U.S. State Department said.