A group of seven rabbis and peace activists were arrested on Friday near the Gaza border for attempting to bring food supplies into the territory. This information was confirmed by two participants and the organizing campaign group.
The detainees were part of a larger group of around 30 rabbis and activists from Israel and the United States who were stopped by…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to visit the White House next week for talks with President Trump amid increasing U.S. pressure for a ceasefire in Gaza, following Trump's hopes for a truce within a week. The conflict, which began with Hamas's attack on October 7, has resulted in significant casualties, with Israel's offensive leading to over 56,000 deaths in Gaza, predominantly civilians. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin...
Read moreThe Trump administration has notified Congress about a $510 million sale of over 7,000 Joint Direct Attack Munition guidance kits to the Israeli Air Force, coinciding with Prime Minister Netanyahu's upcoming meeting with President Trump. Amid ongoing discussions about regional relations and hostage negotiations, Israeli bombardments in Gaza continue, with at least 30 casualties reported from a recent strike. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The Trump administration plans to sell $510 million worth...
Read morePresident Donald Trump signed an executive order terminating US sanctions on Syria, aiming to aid the country's post-war recovery while maintaining sanctions on Bashar al-Assad and his associates. This shift in policy follows Trump's announcement to lift sanctions and engage with Syria's new leadership, with ongoing congressional efforts to modify existing sanctions like the Caesar Act. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: President Trump signed a new rule that helps Syria recover from war...
Read moreIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced backlash for abandoning a ceasefire deal that had facilitated hostage exchanges, opting instead to escalate military actions against Hamas in Gaza, prioritizing political survival over public safety. While he celebrates military successes against Iran, he confronts a legal battle over corruption charges, with polls showing declining public trust and calls for an end to the fighting in Gaza. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin...
Read moreUK police have launched a criminal investigation into rap groups Kneecap and Bob Vylan for anti-Israel remarks made during their Glastonbury festival performance, prompting international backlash and the revocation of Bob Vylan's US visas. The BBC faced criticism for airing the performance, with calls for accountability regarding the antisemitic chants, while Glastonbury organizers stated there is no place for hate speech at the event. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: UK police are investigating...
Read moreGaza's civil defence agency reported that Israeli forces killed at least 48 people on Monday, including 21 at a crowded seafront area, amid renewed calls for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict. Despite international pressure and hopes raised by a recent truce with Iran, Israel continues its offensive against Hamas, resulting in significant civilian casualties and worsening humanitarian conditions in Gaza. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Israeli forces killed at least 48 people...
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