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Israel, UAE 'normalization' moves follow years of failed peace initiatives

There have been numerous Middle East peace initiatives since the 1967 Six-Day War, when Israel captured the West Bank and East Jerusalem from Jordan, the Sinai peninsula and the Gaza Strip from Egypt and the Golan Heights from Syria

Reuters , 10:43 , 08.31.20

Denied permits, Palestinians raze own homes in Jerusalem

Many Palestinians lacking construction permits prefer to demolish their property themselves, fearing arrest if unable to pay city's demolition bill or fines; 44 houses have been demolished in East Jerusalem in 2020

AFP , 10:35 , 08.30.20

Palestinians see little difference between Trump and Biden

While some say that the Democratic presidential nominee would be a more sympathetic leader during peace negotiations, most believe that U.S. policy will automatically favor Israel regardless of who sits in the White House

The Media Line , 13:59 , 08.28.20

Dousing the flames: Israel battles Gaza fires from the sky

As Israeli civilians living along southern frontier are terrorized by constant deliberately set wildfires and international mediators try to defuse rising tensions, Palestinians behind launches of airborne incendiary devices vow IAF strikes won't stop them

Reuters , 07:20 , 08.28.20

Silicon Wadi: Israeli tech's 'thirst' for UAE cash must overcome old enmity

Israeli investment experts say although the Emiratis have excess amounts of money, there are 'not enough places to invest it in the Middle East,' making Israel the perfect option as long as Arab investors overcome their deep-seated animosity towards the Jewish state

Reuters , 13:16 , 08.27.20

Prospect of peace stirs nostalgia for Israeli who fled Bahrain

As Israel deepens its ties with Gulf states, Rosa Katzav remembers her life almost seven decades ago in a country where Jews and Muslims lived together in harmony; 'our neighbors were like family,' she says

Alexandra Lukash , 19:18 , 08.21.20

UAE, Israel eye economic benefits of normalization deal

From oil to tourism to cutting edge technologies and both nations emphasizing innovation in various fields, Jerusalem and Abu Dhabi hope to benefit from the 'ripple effect' of the historic agreement

AFP , 15:12 , 08.20.20

The world's biggest mall will soon open for Israelis

Israel-UAE peace deal means that Israelis will soon be able to visit the Dubai Mall, which offers a wide range of pampering amenities, including the world's finest eateries and the hottest fashion brands

Yaniv Halili , 20:57 , 08.19.20

The peace entrepreneur

In the summer of 2020, Yousef al-Otaiba, the United Arab Emirates’ ambassador to Washington, conceived, formulated and initiated the agreement between Israel and the UAE

Ari Shavit , 16:22 , 08.19.20

In the Gulf, normalization with Israel feels anything but normal

While some states in the Persian Gulf call the peace deal a betrayal of the Palestinian people, others welcome agreement and see it as a move to isolate rival Iran

AFP , 15:59 , 08.16.20

Political novices drawn to anti-Netanyahu protests

The boisterous rallies have brought out a new breed of first-time protesters - young, middle-class Israelis who feel that the PM's scandal-plagued rule and poor handling of the COVID-19 pandemic have robbed them of their futures

Associated Press , 13:46 , 08.15.20

Israel, UAE to boost vaccine collaboration as part of historic deal

The agreement opens the door for both countries to share their expertise and abilities in the fight against COVID-19, just a week after an Israeli research institute announces a major breakthrough

The Media Line , 18:39 , 08.14.20

Biden's deep Israel ties could ease Obama-era tensions

In-depth: Experts say ever since his meeting with Golda Meir in 1973, Biden remains naturally inclined to be pro-Israel; however, he may be compelled to alter his approach because the Democratic Party now includes 'progressive' Israel sceptics

AFP , 09:55 , 08.13.20

Anti-BDS and pro-Iran deal, Kamala Harris' record on Israel

In-depth: California senator has often come out in defense of Israel, opposed conditioning aid on change in West Bank policy; Democratic vice presidential hopeful, who has Jewish husband, has also been vocal on her belief in Israel's right to defend itself

Ynet , 12:06 , 08.12.20

Israeli racer recalls surviving Munich Olympics massacre

World record holder Shaul Ladany returns to one of sports' greatest tragedies and a seminal moment in modern history in which 11 members of the Israeli Olympic delegation were slain by Palestinian terrorists

Associated Press , 22:47 , 08.10.20

Will rising U.S.-Iran tensions risk wider military confrontation?

Some experts believe the two long-standing nemeses are involved in low-grade conflict that has been going on for decades, while others warn that while neither side wants to escalate tensions, events could take on momentum of their own

The Media Line , 19:11 , 07.31.20

'Bibi generation' starts to turn on Netanyahu over economy, COVID-19

Israel's longest-serving PM claimed success against coronavirus in May as the country came out of lockdown, but with raging second wave, unemployment at 21.5% and benefits slow to arrive, polls show only 29.5% of public now trust him to handle pandemic

Reuters , 23:46 , 07.30.20

Young Israelis play leading role in new protests

IN PICTURES: Netanyahu's recent decisions have spurred the younger generation to take action over their future and protest the leadership's conduct during the coronavirus crisis, which has all but diminished the public trust in Israel's leaders

Associated Press , 10:27 , 07.28.20

Gazan entrepreneur delivers coffee and tea on bicycle

Shaaban Hamuda, a business management graduate, launched his two-wheeled hot drink service in May, from his small stand in southern Gaza, offering much needed employment to young people in poverty-stricken enclave

AFP , 08:55 , 07.28.20

Coronavirus crisis sparks a young Israeli protest movement

Nimrod Gross, who was pictured being pummeled by water cannons while holding Israeli flag, says he's seen his income plunge due to the health crisis, which he claims only 'enhances everything that is already wrong with this country'

Associated Press , 09:59 , 07.27.20

Mental health experts fear rising Israeli suicide rate during pandemic

With the country in health and economic crises, Dr. Mark Weiser, head of psychiatry at Sheba Medical Center, says social isolation and financial fears are 'two good reasons why suicidality might be increased during the coronavirus'

The Media Line , 19:14 , 07.24.20

Young Gazans sell recycled cloth bags to challenge plastic

Palestinian entrepreneurs hope to provide an alternative to the rolls of free, single-use bags that line the aisles of Gaza's produce markets to raise awareness and stop waste plastic piling up in streets and landfill

Reuters , 13:55 , 07.16.20

Sylvan Adams, Israel's billionaire roving 'ambassador'

Israeli-Canadian billionaire has recruited star cyclist Chris Froome, brought football superstar Lionel Messi to Tel Aviv and secured French-Israeli Roy Nissany for his Formula 1 team - all to change Israel's image as mired in conflict

AFP , 15:58 , 07.12.20

Ongoing violence leaves Israel's Arab sector reeling and angry

With at least 46 killings since start of year, community leaders bemoan state's 'lackluster' efforts to curb criminal activity within their towns and cities; 'They can target the weapon caches in Syria, but not here,' says one local official

Hassan Shaalan , 19:08 , 07.10.20

Hamas calls quits on beach time for Gaza's dogs

Despite dog ownership being a rising trend, Gaza authorities say they're forced to crack down after locals complain about dogs disrupting public order; people now caught walking dogs in public face a fine or even arrest

AFP , 23:15 , 07.08.20

East Jerusalem offers grim model for post-annexation future

Palestinians in annexed territories likely to refuse citizenship so as not to legitimize Israeli rule, instead set to get permanent residency like most Palestinians in eastern parts of capital, who claim systematic housing discrimination

Associated Press , 16:41 , 07.07.20

Arab world mourns Israeli who died saving Bedouin family from drowning

Michael Ben Zikri becomes symbol of co-existence between Jews and Muslims after Foreign Ministry shares his story on its social media accounts in Persian and Arabic; 'There is no difference between humans,' writes Iraqi commenter

Itamar Eichner , 15:20 , 07.07.20

Outrage as Likud minister dismisses Israelis' food poverty

Tzachi Hangebi was quick to backtrack after he rejected as 'nonsense' claims that many are struggling to put food on the table amid coronavirus and economic crisis, but some are not satisfied with his apology

Hadar Gil-Ad, Iris Lifshitz Klieger , 13:27 , 07.05.20

With incendiary interjections, Netanyahu's son takes center stage in corruption sagas

Yair Netanyahu has become a fixture in the news, clashing with journalists, threatening lawsuits against his father's perceived adversaries and posting online content deemed so offensive that Facebook briefly suspended his account

Associated Press , 12:28 , 07.05.20

From yeshiva boy to transgender IDF soldier

Bloom Lotus grew up as the son of a religious family, and always felt like a woman trapped in a man's body; having just completed the first of many surgeries, she says 'transsexualism is the source from which I draw strength'

Nechama Shirley Farkash , 18:48 , 07.04.20

Is Israel really on track for its fourth election in two years?

In-depth: Pundits weigh in on the likelihood of the country going back to the polls, and while some say Netanyahu will never cede power to Gantz despite their deal, others do not believe another round of voting is a high-probability scenario

The Media Line , 13:48 , 07.04.20

With annexation faltering, Israelis and Palestinians look to future

In-depth: As Netanyahu's declared date for the start of the process to extend sovereignty over parts of the West Bank passes without action, pundits on both sides agree that whatever comes next, the status quo cannot hold

The Media Line , 00:01 , 07.04.20

More food, less sleep: Israelis' unhealthy habits under lockdown

New study finds 43% of adults ate more than before coronavirus pandemic, while 56% of their children increased their intake, with both seeing a rise in junk food consumption; one third of adults reported worsened quality of sleep

The Media Line , 14:04 , 06.26.20

Vexed by annexation: The battle inside the EU over Israel

Top European Union diplomat acknowledges the bloc will almost certainly fail to reach the unanimity required for joint action should annexation take place after Israel has forged relations with new member states

Reuters , 19:29 , 06.23.20

Gaza baby dies after Palestinians cut ties with Israel

8-month-old Omar Yaghi, born with complex heart problems, was set to have a life-saving surgery at Israeli hospital but due to PA's refusal to cooperate with Israel, the procedure was delayed and he died just 3 days before the operation

AFP , 15:17 , 06.23.20

Palestinians fear Israeli annexation could further limit Dead Sea access

Palestinians have sought to gain some control over part of the Dead Sea coastline and set up resorts, which they see as a potential boon for their economy and Israeli beach owners say Palestinians are an important part of her business

Reuters , 21:58 , 06.21.20

'Ring of fire' solar eclipse brings out sky-watchers in Israel

Celestial phenomenon seen from most of Africa, Central and Eastern Europe and Asia; at its peak in Israel, the moon hid approximately 32% of the sun in the north of the country and 40% in southernmost city of Eilat

Dr. Yigal Patel , 11:32 , 06.21.20

Palestinians stranded by coronavirus seek way home

PA says there are 6,000 Palestinians across the world who want to come back, but facilitating return is extremely complicated since all borders remain closed due to pandemic and Ramallah is unable to arrange special flights to bring its nationals back

AFP , 14:17 , 06.12.20

Faster than machines, jobless Palestinian graduates bring in Gaza's crops

With unemployment in the enclave reaching 50%, students and college graduates whose careers were stalled team up to pick crops claiming they are better and faster than machinery

Reuters , 22:55 , 06.10.20

Settlers split over Trump plan, but united on annexation

While some heads of the settlement movement have raised issues with the inclusion of a future Palestinian state, almost all share the view that this is a golden opportunity to claim West Bank land and should not be missed

Elisha Ben Kimon , 12:48 , 06.08.20

Not every Israeli settler loves Trump's peace plan

Under president's self-styled 'deal of the century,' Israel is set to put plans to annex parts of West Bank into motion on July 1; but American proposal will leave 19 settlements as enclaves in a future Palestinian state and seen as betrayal

Elisha Ben Kimon , 14:06 , 06.05.20

Autistic Palestinian's killing draws Floyd parallel, outcry

Shooting draws comparisons to death of George Floyd in U.S. and prompts series of small demonstrations against police violence toward Palestinians that cross Jewish-Arab lines

Associated Press , 23:14 , 06.04.20

Palestinians in the Jordan Valley not concerned by annexation plans

'Israel already pretty much controls this area, so what does it matter if they annex it or not?' says one Palestinian resident, who appears to be much more worried about economic toll of coronavirus than diplomatic squabbles

Elior Levy , 15:13 , 06.04.20

Looking in, looking out: World emerges from lockdown with mixed feelings

As the COVID-19 pandemic is slowly subsiding, many across Africa and the Middle East, including Israel, Egypt and Lebanon, say the time spent at home helped them to re-evaluate their lives; 'I will miss the comfortable feeling of 'it's OK not to do anything,'' says dancer from Israel's Batsheva Dance Company

Reuters , 08:15 , 05.29.20

20 years after withdrawal, Israel and Hezbollah brace for war

Israeli troops are drilling for a possible invasion of Lebanon and routinely striking Hezbollah targets in neighboring Syria, while Hezbollah is beefing up its forces, arms depots and threatens invasion; neither side, however, seems to have an interest in starting a war anytime soon

Associated Press , 11:45 , 05.20.20

In Tel Aviv coronavirus ward, doctor says no one should die alone

Though Samir Agayev's grandmother was very weak, it was clear she was happy to see him at the Ichilov hospital, where Dr. Howard Oster believes both dying patients and their families deserve the right to say goodbye

Adir Yanko , 09:10 , 05.16.20

Israel offers peek at new normal for air travel during pandemic

Airport Authority's plan set to create 'virus-free area' through use of disinfection stands, thermal imaging at the entrance to the airport, social distancing and allowed entrances only to boarding pass holders

Reuters , 09:07 , 05.15.20

'They're the family and friends that I was missing'

At just 22, Yosef Friedman left his family, faith and everything he knew to embark on a new path, enlisting in the IDF and discovering the Foundation for Lone Soldiers Without Family Support, which became his new family

Yuval Haninovich, Promotional content , 11:29 , 05.12.20

Israeli billionaire hopes to bring water to parched Gaza

Georgian-Israeli Michael Mirilashvili believes he has solution to Hamas-controlled enclave's water crisis, which involves using hundreds of generators that produce drinking water out of air; two such machines already operate at a hospital in Gaza City

Associated Press , 16:39 , 05.06.20

Strip clubs in Israel's 'Sin City' turn into social activism hub

Tel Aviv's Pussycat strip club used to be a magnet for hedonists; now, the eye-catching building is home to programs that raises awareness about sexual exploitation, while former 'private lounge' is occupied by Eritrean refugees

AFP , 11:03 , 05.03.20

Chalk marks and discipline aid mass protest in virus-era Israel

Despite the epidemic, Israelis take to Tel Aviv's Rabin Square in protest against thrice indicted Netanyahu, while carefully adhering to safety regulations and social distancing requirements; 'We obey the law,' says rally organizer

Associated Press , 21:38 , 05.02.20

The Sea of Galilee is full, but its beaches are empty

The water level in Israel's only freshwater lake is currently at -208.92 meters (minus 685 feet), the highest it has been in decades; but, due to coronavirus, tourists and pilgrims will only be able to return to its shores sometime this autumn or winter

Associated Press , 18:42 , 05.02.20

Parking lot prayers: Muslims in Jaffa and Jerusalem improvise for Ramadan

During the holy month, Jaffa's Ottoman-era grand mosques and Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa compound usually filled with people since the pre-dawn hours; coronavirus epidemic, however, has forced worshipers to think of creative solutions

Reuters , 18:56 , 04.28.20

Gaza's women break social barriers to advance amid pandemic

Hamas-run enclave seeing slow erosion of traditions that have long derailed progress as women stand shoulder to shoulder with men in struggle against deadly disease; activists say learning self-defense now indispensable

The Media Line , 08:57 , 04.25.20

Gaza manufacturers find new life in making protective gear for Israel

While the Strip remains thus far free of any serious coronavirus outbreak, the declining economical situation in the coastal enclave has encouraged many changes in Gaza's various industries, including adapting its sewing workshops

Matan Tzuri , 16:56 , 04.24.20

Israel's counter-terror fighters adapt to coronavirus

Though their missions remain unchanged, the police special unit must now operate using protective gear and oxygen masks to protect themselves - and their detainees - during the pandemic

Elisha Ben Kimon , 18:57 , 04.23.20

Too poor to buy, too scared to meet: Palestinians face joyless Ramadan

The holy fasting month is expected to start Friday but, as elsewhere, residents of Gaza and West Bank are this year facing the prospect of celebrations without usual large gatherings for family meals or evening prayers

Reuters , 14:45 , 04.23.20

IN PICTURES: In empty Tel Aviv, only the clouds seem to move

The first Hebrew city, famed for its nightlife and bustling beachfront, has become eerily quiet due to Israel's tight movement restrictions meant to halt the spread of coronavirus

Associated Press , 12:02 , 04.22.20

'Netanyahu's actions more dangerous than coronavirus'

In an exclusive interview, Edward Snowden, the man who bared the secrets of American intelligence, says he is surprised that Israelis are not furious over the use of Shin Bet anti-terrorism measures to track people infected with the virus, which he calls 'intolerable'

Ronen Bergman , 13:26 , 04.19.20

Portrait of a family in coronavirus lockdown

Photographer Tal Givoni offers an intimate look into his everyday life during the epidemic - enabling him to observe his children as his subjects and providing him with a new perspective

Liat Eini , 19:40 , 04.18.20

Holy Fire lit as Orthodox Easter bells echo over near-empty Jerusalem

This year only a handful of Greek, Armenian, Russian and Coptic clergy, many garbed in black and wearing face masks, were present inside the church to receive the flame from the patriarch

Reuters , 18:27 , 04.18.20

Ramallah's 'Ironwoman' governor is facing coronavirus head on

Lila Ranam may be the youngest person and the only woman ever to hold the position, but the 45-year-old says people are more important that politics and her hard work has earned her the admiration of local residents

Elior Levy , 16:48 , 04.18.20

Not just a number: the story of Arie Even - Israel's first coronavirus victim

Relatives describe the Holocaust survivor as a man of fine tastes who took pride in his Hungarian cooking but was also a hard worker and modest humanist who had sympathy for society's weaker

Associated Press , 13:10 , 04.17.20

A virus that hits all faiths tests religion's tie to science

As health officials trace virus hotspots back to faith gatherings, calls grow louder for devout to protect each other's physical well-being; religions adapt behaviors to pandemic that doesn't distinguish between denominations or national boundaries

Associated Press , 13:20 , 04.16.20

Palestinian village chooses self-isolation during coronavirus pandemic

The West Bank community of Sinjul restricts access to non-residents, forming committees tasked with enforcing closure, supplying food and essentials to families and monitoring workers returning from Israel

The Media Line , 13:19 , 04.16.20

Gaza arrests for Zoom chat with Israelis spark 'normalization' row

Former Amnesty activist Hind Khoudary tipped off Hamas officials that 6 members of the Gaza Youth Committee chatted with left-wing campaigners in Israel; now, the Palestinian street is split over fight for free speech and campaign against 'violent Israeli occupation'

AFP , 13:57 , 04.14.20

How do you shelter from coronavirus when you don't have a home?

Israel has put in place emergency regulations prohibiting anyone from venturing more than 100 meters from their houses, but there are those who have no choice but to stay out on the streets, even during a pandemic

Asaf Kamar , 00:03 , 04.10.20

On an empty Via Dolorosa before Easter, praying for the world's sick

Christian denominations that share custody of the Holy Sepluchre face closures unprecedented in living memory, as do Jewish and Muslim leaders in a city that has sites sacred to all three faiths

Reuters , 23:11 , 04.06.20

In bleak times for synagogues, kibbutz carpenters have been busy building the future

These will be a spate of new shuls opening the moment coronavirus restrictions end, thanks to the furniture team at Kibbutz Lavi in the Galilee

Ynet , 11:38 , 04.06.20

Israel drafts Military Intelligence to help wage war on coronavirus

Officers from the elite Unit 8200 are applying their own algorithms to gathering and analyzing data on how measures taken by other countries have helped to stem the outbreak, while revamping the healthcare system's outdated software

Yoav Zitun , 14:35 , 04.04.20

Death in the Holy Land: Coronavirus changes burial for Jews, Muslims

The contagious virus has resulted in the bodies of victims being buried in impermeable plastic, while funerals can be attended by no more than 20 people; the new health officials' directives also affected the Jewish tradition of Shiva

Reuters , 13:36 , 04.02.20

Fears of domestic violence rise as millions confined over virus

'Violence, too, has been confined. That's what we're afraid of,' says Martine Brousse, head of Parisian organization La Voix de l'Enfant (The Child's Voice) with stress caused by social isolation exacerbating tensions and increasing violence against women and children

AFP , 14:53 , 03.31.20

Nature reclaims global cities as people stay home

The sight of ibex strolling down the beachfront promenade in Israel's city of Eilat recently shocked the locals; as humans retreat to their homes in wake of pandemic, wildlife steps out of the shadows and returns to the habitats it once ruled

AFP , 23:33 , 03.30.20

In Jerusalem's Haredi neighborhood, some rage against coronavirus rules

Despite the new regulations meant to halt the spread of the virus, the ultra-Orthodox area of Mea Shearim is still seeing worryingly large number of gatherings as well as protests against synagogue closures

Gilad Cohen , 15:13 , 03.26.20

Palestinians in West Bank, Gaza offer perspective amid pandemic

As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to rage across the world, the survivors of the battles between militants and Israeli forces over the years, say they used to stay away from IDF troops to avoid trouble but now, they can't hide from coronavirus

Associated Press , 10:48 , 03.25.20

Squawking parrot warns world in Hebrew: 'Coronavirus! Don't go out!'

Zehava Shabat from the northern city of Kiryat Shmona took advantage of the recent 'stay at home' order to teach their 22-month-old grey parrot Luca about the dangers of COVID-19

Reuters , 17:54 , 03.24.20

For Israel's elderly, coronavirus means more loneliness

The outbreak has presented many challenges, in particular to sector most at risk; the country's seniors are not only dealing with dwindling supplies and lack of medical aid, but also with the growing sense of isolation

Amir Alon , 13:35 , 03.23.20

Amid coronavirus, God goes online to reach worshipers

The coronavirus epidemic has caused communities worst hit by the virus to turn to technology for spiritual support, 'Because I am not physically close to you, it doesn't mean I can't be emotionally close to you,' said a senior pastor which moved to online streaming on Sunday

Reuters , 13:07 , 03.22.20

Just the two of us: Israeli couple ties knot to beat coronavirus blues

Roni Ben-Ari and Yonatan Meushar were not going to let the outbreak in the way of their big day, marrying at Ein Hemed National Park, a short drive from Jerusalem, with barely any guests to witness their nuptials

Reuters , 22:50 , 03.21.20

Israel Police patrol after citizens breaching coronavirus restrictions

Local law enforcement mainly occupied with two tasks these days – upholding Health Ministry's ban on public gatherings of over ten people and quarantine of civilians who recently returned from overseas

Roi RUbinstein, Nitzan Dror , 19:40 , 03.18.20

With schools closed, parents seek distractions for their kids at home

Parents deal with the challenge of quarantine as some 2.3 million children are off school and usual entertainment spots closed as part of the measures to counter coronavirus

Roy Rubenstein, Ilana Curiel, Adir Yanko , 23:28 , 03.15.20

The new mask: Wave of global revolt replaced by coronavirus fear

Many thought civil disobedience and government crackdowns on protests would dominate international landscape in 2020, then came COVID-19; despite outbreak fears, some protesters are trying to keep their movements alive

Associated Press , 18:05 , 03.13.20

From Tel Aviv with love: A 1935 Purim greeting to Jewish world

'It is from here we send our blessings of encouragement and peace to all those in exile,' wrote city's first mayor Meir Dizengoff in newly released letter that appears to make reference to rise of Nazis in Germany

Itamar Eichner , 23:16 , 03.10.20

In Egypt, Sisi likes Likud but street wants change

Progressives view Netanyahu’s ties to conservative Arab leaders as an alliance between 'forces of expansion' in Israel and 'Arab fascist camp'

The Media Line , 19:07 , 03.06.20

Endless elections leave Israel unable to make crucial decisions

Analysis: The political stalemate and a caretaker government have brought a struggling health system to the brink, low-income pensioners to see their meager income shrink and children with special needs to experience discrimination

Amir Alon, Sivan Hilaie, Adir Yanko , 23:40 , 03.01.20

On eve of vote, its all down to turnout

With Israelis going to the polls for the third time in less than 12 months, political parties are mobilizing their volunteers, manning the phones and doing their utmost to push themselves and their bloc over the elusive 61-lawmaker benchmark that could end a year-long electoral impasse

Moran Azulay , 12:26 , 03.01.20

Netanyahu still 'King Bibi' on Israel's margins

Even after two inconclusive elections and despite ongoing legal tribulations, the veteran leader remains the champion of the lower middle classes

AFP , 11:29 , 02.26.20

Palestinians channel protests through dawn prayers

Rejecting calls for 'days of rage' over Trump peace plan, Palestinians across West Bank express disagreement with Mideast initiative through expressions of faith

Reuters , 21:31 , 02.18.20

Risking his life to save lives

After five years as a combat medic in one of the most challenging units of the IDF, involved in rescue missions often under fire, Guy is now a medical student who hopes his book, 'From Zero to One Hundred,' finds its way to the silver screen so people can really understand what it is to be an Israeli soldier

Itay Ilnai , 13:29 , 02.15.20

Is Leviathan's impact a risk worth taking?

Israel’s newly opened rig is being praised by energy executives and government officials as the path to energy independence; but will the natural gas exploitation lead to catastrophic consequences, as it often has in the past?

Max Kaplan-Zantopp, ZAVIT – Science and Environment News Agency , 14:07 , 02.07.20

Israeli, Palestinian farmers pay price as politicians bicker

Tit-for-tat embargoes imposed by decision-makers in Jerusalem and Ramallah have left local agriculturalists out of pocket as trade links that have generally held strong since the two sides signed interim peace accords in the 1990s begin to fray

Reuters , 09:30 , 02.07.20

Gaza farmers return to their lands along volatile Israeli border

Border area has been a 'no-go' zone for Palestinians due to increased unrest stemming violent attacks initiated by Hamas; now, International Committee of the Red Cross is sponsoring agricultural project in Gaza, allowing farmers to regain access

Reuters, Ynet , 12:44 , 02.05.20

Gaza bridegrooms end up in jail over unpaid debts

As unemployment in Gaza grows, more people rely on wedding loans as families prefer traditional celebrations over financial common sense

Reuters , 18:16 , 02.03.20

Abu Dis - an unlikely capital for a future Palestinian state

After Trump plan identifies neighborhood as potential capital, residents pour scorn on notion, insist on Jerusalem as Palestinian capital

Reuters , 23:39 , 01.29.20

A year after killing, Ethiopian community in even worse plight

The fatal shooting of Yehuda Biadga by a police officer and months later, another young Ethiopian-Israeli Solomon Tekah by an off-duty cop – underscores plight of demographic that wants answers to what they say is systematic discrimination

The Media Line , 18:54 , 01.25.20

Sidelined and isolated, Palestinians say disappointed in international community

Despite dozens of world leaders attending Holocaust memorial in Jerusalem this week, just a handful took time to meet with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, raising concerns as his popularity sinks and his approach loses support

The Media Line , 12:21 , 01.24.20

Is the world against us or is it just indifferent?

Instead of diplomats touting the overused party line that there’s no partner in the peace process, Vibe Israel tries to find celebrities who will say: 'You’ve never seen anything like the Tel Aviv nightlife'

Yuval Gamliel , 12:18 , 01.13.20

Did Iraqi, Syrian informants help kill Soleimani?

Neither Iranian general nor his entourage were registered as passengers on the Cham Wings airline flight from Damascus, yet once he'd landed in Baghdad, the Americans knew precisely where to direct their drone strike

Reuters , 10:39 , 01.10.20

Iran general steps out of Soleimani's shadow to lead proxies

Esmail Ghaani, who 5 years ago admitted to supplying Gaza militants with missiles, is now in charge of the Quds Force that will oversee whatever revenge Iran intends to seek against U.S.

Associated Press , 22:34 , 01.04.20

Displaced Syrian Nasrallah grows mushrooms to feed family

With money too tight to support his loved ones and meat prices skyrocketing due to the years-long civil war, the former civil servant from Hama hopes a kilo of spores from Turkey will generate 20 kilos of food

AFP , 18:02 , 12.30.19