June 25, 2012

Norwegian gov’t coalition partner seeking to outlaw circumcision

Jewish Journal June 25, 2012

A Norwegian political party said it will seek to outlaw circumcision in Norway.

Netanyahu urges action on Iran after meeting Putin

Jewish Journal June 25, 2012

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday it was time to ramp up sanctions against Iran to try to curb its nuclear program after discussing the matter with visiting Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Egypt stirs Islamist joy, Gulf, Israeli doubts

Jewish Journal June 25, 2012

Egypt\’s new president may lack real foreign policy clout for now, but the mere fact that a Muslim Brotherhood man is at the helm of the biggest Arab nation will embolden fellow Islamists seeking revolutionary change around the Middle East.

Can Mofaz influence Netanyahu?

Jewish Journal June 25, 2012

With his recent return to the top ranks of Israel’s government, Shaul Mofaz is receiving plenty of attention in high places for emphasizing renewed talk of peace with the Palestinians. It’s yet another high point in a relatively short political career — after 35 years of military service — that is making Mofaz a heavyweight on his country’s political scene.

Opinion: Step up for civil rights treaty for people with disabilities

Jewish Journal June 25, 2012

Several important Jewish organizations are standing behind a critical international treaty to support civil rights, dignity and hope for people with disabilities. However, grass-roots help is urgently needed to get it approved by the U.S. Senate before the political season overtakes the ability to get things done in Washington.