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nakba
Terror is the real Nakba
Palestinians consider the birth of the state of Israel a catastrophe, a “nakba.” It’s their Holocaust Day.
A settler’s Nakba
How does a passionate, religious Zionist who is also committed to Israel-Palestinian reconciliation and dialogue deal with nakba, the Arabic term for the expulsion of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians during the founding of Israel?
On Independence Day, thousands of Arab-Israelis march for Palestinians’ right of return
Filmmakers on a mission to tell Palestinians’ stories
A new generation of Palestinian filmmakers is intent on telling \”the people stories you don\’t hear about\” rather than staying true to form with films charged with political messages such as \”Israel\’s Occupation\” or \”Nakba\” (the great catastrophe, referring to Israel).
Has Israel become a Democrat-Republican issue?
About a decade ago, my rabbi was promoting congregational AIPAC involvement.
Israeli-Palestinian conflict: Historical experiences and perception
Brief synopsis: The most puzzling aspect of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict may be that after 65 years of violence, enmity and suffering, it remains unresolved when coexistence is inevitable and a two-state solution remains the only viable option.
Majority of Israeli Arabs prefer to live in Israel
The vast majority of Israeli Arabs are reconciled with the existence of Israel as a Jewish and democratic state and even exhibit a degree of patriotism, according to a poll released Thursday.
Report: Israeli, Lebanese naval forces cooperating
Israel\’s navy is reportedly cooperating with its Lebanese counterpart to prevent foreign ships from approaching Israeli waters.
Words Matter — Obama’s Next Challenge
By the time this article is published on May 19, President Barack Obama will be putting the final touches on his policy speech on the Middle East, scheduled for the same day. Many see it as an important speech, for it could signal a dramatic shift in U.S. policy in the wake of the Arab uprisings, the demise of bin Laden and the resignation May 13 of George Mitchell. For Israel, though, the crucial test is whether Obama will take bold steps toward a lasting peace in the Middle East or merely express his displeasure with the now-stalled “peace process.”