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Does the State of Israel Have a Case Against The New York Times?

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 542 implied HN points • 18 Aug 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Israel
  1. Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu is considering legal action against The New York Times for an article about starvation in Gaza. He believes the article falsely defames Israel.
  2. Some legal experts think Israel could win a defamation case due to the seriousness of the claims in the article.
  3. However, under U.S. law, countries cannot actually sue for libel, so Israel's chances of winning such a case are very slim.

Gaza update: October 9 2023

Foreign Exchanges • 1356 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. Israeli military has imposed a complete siege on Gaza with no access to essential supplies like electricity, food, water, and gas.
  2. Intense and indiscriminate airstrikes have caused significant casualties in both Israel and Gaza, escalating tensions.
  3. Hostage situation in Gaza complicates the conflict, with little progress in negotiations or truce talks between Hamas and Israeli officials.

Bari Weiss: The Holiday from History Is Over

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 4196 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. The ordinary citizens of Israel demonstrated remarkable heroism and courage during times of tragedy and conflict, embodying a spirit of resilience and sacrifice.
  2. The harrowing events of October 7 in Israel served as a wake-up call about the reality of war and the importance of defending a free society.
  3. The experience in Israel prompts reflection on the universal themes of courage, sacrifice, and readiness to defend one's home and values, posing important questions about individual and societal responses to crisis.

How close is war with Iran?

Bad News • 1159 implied HN points • 03 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. The prospect of war with Iran is increasing, especially with recent comments from U.S. Ambassador to Israel and new military operations.
  2. The U.S. and Israel are collaborating on military exercises and contingency plans against Iran, indicating a serious military posture.
  3. The U.S. military's Support Sentry plan shows a strategic framework for potential military action against Iran, with consequences beyond war.
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Inside Columbia University’s ‘Museum of Terror’

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1530 implied HN points • 06 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Israel
  1. Columbia University hosted an exhibit showing tools used for a break-in by anti-Israel protesters. This highlighted significant tensions surrounding the Israel-Palestine issue on campus.
  2. A student, Shoshana Aufzien, attended an event that aimed to promote Palestinian experiences but described it as like visiting a 'museum of terror.' She felt this showed the extreme sentiments present.
  3. The event featured various training sessions, including protest and defense training, signaling a growing mobilization around the pro-Palestine cause among students.

Israel is Going Through It Right Now.

Drezner’s World • 1081 implied HN points • 27 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. Israel is facing significant political turmoil due to proposed judicial reforms, prompting widespread protests and internal government conflicts.
  2. Civil society in Israel is reacting strongly to the government's attempt to push through legal changes that weaken judicial power and spark concerns about democratic values.
  3. International concerns are also growing, with the United States urging Israeli leaders to seek compromise and uphold democratic principles.

US blocks Gaza peace proposal at UN for 3rd time, holding world hostage

Geopolitical Economy Report • 757 implied HN points • 10 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. The United States has used its veto power in the United Nations Security Council three times in less than two months to block resolutions calling for peace in Gaza.
  2. Washington is sending billions of dollars worth of weapons to Israel, assisting the country in committing war crimes against Palestinian civilians.
  3. There is a call from many countries, especially from the Global South, to expand the Security Council and eliminate the veto power, citing a lack of credibility and effectiveness in the current system.

The law of armed conflict

A Lawyer Writes • 963 implied HN points • 25 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. An international lawyer spoke about Israel and Gaza in the House of Lords.
  2. Proportionality in self-defense means the force used must be proportionate to the defensive objective.
  3. The laws of war allow for siege in situations like Gaza, although obligations exist when civilians are involved.

US votes against peace in Gaza, defying vast majority of planet at UN

Geopolitical Economy Report • 857 implied HN points • 07 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. The vast majority of countries supported a proposed humanitarian truce in Gaza at the UN, with 121 countries in favor and very few against.
  2. The Global South largely backed the humanitarian truce, including countries in Asia, Africa, and even a few in Europe.
  3. Venezuela's voice was blocked at the UN due to illegal US sanctions, impacting its ability to participate in key votes regarding Gaza.

Despite Biden's claims, Gaza health ministry death toll is accurate, say peer-reviewed scientific studies

Geopolitical Economy Report • 637 implied HN points • 20 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. Peer-reviewed scientific studies confirm the accuracy of the Gaza health ministry's death toll statistics after criticism from US President Biden.
  2. The Gaza health ministry has a history of reporting reliable figures, crucial for international organizations' use in understanding the situation.
  3. Experts from Johns Hopkins University and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine found no evidence of inflated mortality reporting and confirmed the validity of the data provided by the Palestinian MoH.

Is Israel Committing "Genocide" in Gaza?

Murtaza Hussain • 511 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. The term 'genocide' has a specific legal definition involving the deliberate destruction of a group or part of it.
  2. In the case of Israeli actions in Gaza, public statements from officials raise questions about intent and motive for the severe suffering inflicted.
  3. An ICJ ruling of genocide against Israel could have significant international consequences, with implications for legal actions against Israeli officials and diplomatic relations.

WATCH: This Muslim Israeli Woman Is the Hope of the Middle East

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 3111 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. Lucy Aharish is the first Arab Muslim news presenter on mainstream, Hebrew-language Israeli television.
  2. She is an iconoclast who challenges societal norms by being an Arab, a proud Israeli, and a Muslim married to a Jew.
  3. Lucy Aharish has been vocal in her criticism of far-right voices, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Arab violence, emphasizing unity between Israelis and Arabs.

EI Podcast: Who are Hizballah and what is the resistance axis?

Palestine is Still the Issue • 452 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. Israel's genocidal war in Gaza could escalate into a regional conflict involving Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, Iraq, and Iran.
  2. The resistance axis, led by groups like Hizballah, has been striking back against attacks by Israel and its allies.
  3. Amal Saad highlights that Hizballah is a key player in the resistance axis and dispels misconceptions about their relationship with Iran.

How to ‘Make Your Campus Palestinian’

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1242 implied HN points • 03 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Israel
  1. College students are learning how to organize protests against Israeli officials on campus. They practice making plans and strategies for these demonstrations.
  2. Some students believe it's important to include Jewish groups like Jewish Voice for Peace in their protests. They think this will help prevent any accusations of antisemitism.
  3. The atmosphere at these gatherings is quite competitive, with students divided into teams to come up with the best protest ideas. This shows their strong commitment to their cause.

The Free Press in Israel: A Special Limited Series

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 2796 implied HN points • 05 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. The decision to go to a place of conflict can be a mix of practical concerns and emotional ties, but the desire to witness and understand can be a driving force.
  2. Meeting people face-to-face and being on the ground for reporting provides a depth and understanding that remote communication cannot match.
  3. Experiencing a war-torn region firsthand brings a deeper perspective on the impact and realities faced by those living in conflict zones.

South Africa accuses Israel of genocide

A Lawyer Writes • 412 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. South Africa is asking the International Court of Justice to order Israel to halt military operations in Gaza and stop harming Palestinian civilians.
  2. Israel's Prime Minister stated that they are fighting Hamas terrorists, not the Palestinian population, and are complying with international law.
  3. The legal action includes detailed interim measures being sought by South Africa, with the court hearing taking place in The Hague.

Gaza: Where Is Hezbollah?

Kevin’s Newsletter • 589 implied HN points • 02 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. The Axis of Resistance, led by Hezbollah and others, is monitoring the situation in Gaza closely.
  2. Hezbollah is maintaining its presence and readiness on the Lebanese border, influencing and supporting the Palestinian Resistance in Gaza.
  3. Hezbollah's ultimate goal is the liberation of Palestine, and decisions are strategically planned to achieve this in the most effective way.

The Stone Rejected By the Builders

Gideon's Substack • 9 implied HN points • 17 Feb 26
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. Arab parties now hold the balance of power and can be the deciding votes for any government that wants to exclude the far right. Without their participation, centrist and left blocs often can’t reach a majority.
  2. Including Arab parties is politically risky because many Jewish voters distrust Palestinian representatives after recent violence and security failures, and embracing them could provoke a backlash. Still, refusing to engage them makes it much harder to dislodge the extreme right and risks cementing harmful policies.
  3. Genuine political integration of Palestinian citizens is both a democratic necessity and the most realistic path toward resolving the wider conflict. Their non‑Zionist identity shouldn’t disqualify them, because inclusion would model coexistence and block exclusionary visions.

The Most American Thing That Has Ever Happened

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 2156 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Israel
  1. A man in the US set himself on fire in protest against the genocide in Gaza, which is a powerful and extreme act of demonstrating his convictions.
  2. The incident of self-immolation outside the Israeli embassy showcases a deep level of urgency and sincerity in addressing the issue of war crimes and atrocities.
  3. The contrast between the extreme measures taken by protestors against atrocities in Gaza and the lack of action or empathy from supporters of the ethnostate highlights a stark difference in commitment to their causes.

The UN’s Terrorism Teachers

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 2109 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. The United States and other nations have halted funding for UNRWA due to accusations of staff involvement in attacks, supported by evidence provided by organizations like UN Watch.
  2. There are concerns about the escalating conflict with Hezbollah in northern Israel, potentially surpassing the intensity of the current conflict with Hamas.
  3. There are conflicting policies in the U.S. government regarding Iran, with diplomatic efforts for a nuclear deal while military tensions rise in regions like Iraq, Syria, and Yemen.

October 16 2023

S/FJ • 491 implied HN points • 16 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. Sasha Frere-Jones' memoir 'Earlier' was released recently with an excerpt in The New York Review and a chapter in Harper's
  2. Attended a Palestine rally in Times Square where the atmosphere was civil despite differing views
  3. Reflecting on various articles and documentaries about the Palestine-Israel conflict, including the perspective of Palestinian Youth Movement

The UN’s Terrorism Teachers

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1970 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. UNRWA, the organization that molds young minds in Palestinian refugee camps, has been found entangled with Hamas terrorism.
  2. UNRWA teachers have been identified as promoting terrorism and celebrating violent acts against Jews.
  3. Several donor countries have suspended funding to UNRWA, signaling a growing concern over the agency's involvement with terrorism, leading to calls for the abolition of UNRWA.

Oscar Winners Who Don't Speak Out On Gaza This Weekend Will Be Complicit In Genocide

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 1792 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. Every Hollywood celebrity should use their platform to condemn their government's actions, especially in cases of genocide.
  2. Supporting an active genocide should not be a political party's mainstream position; such parties should not exist.
  3. Trying to change mainstream political parties from within often results in individuals being changed by the party's corrupt objectives, rather than the party being reformed.

Israel Accused Of Torturing UN Workers To Obtain False Testimony About UNRWA

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 1778 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Israel
  1. UNRWA staff were reportedly tortured by Israeli forces to obtain false testimonies about the agency's ties with Hamas.
  2. The information ecosystem can sometimes prioritize certain narratives over others, with allegations against enemies receiving more attention than evidence against those in power.
  3. The media coverage around this incident highlights potential biases and disparities in how news is reported and prioritized.