Why Israel needs ultra-Orthodox representative in higher education

Israel's Education Minister Naftali Bennett has appointed the first ultra-Orthodox representative to the Higher Education Committee in order to integrate the ultra-Orthodox in academia.

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How these Bedouin in Israel are working to save their village

After 107 demolitions, the residents of al-Araqib are gaining international attention through a social media campaign.

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Why is Israel allowing armored jeeps into the West Bank?

After a four-year ban, Israel has now agreed to allow the Palestinian Authority to import armored vehicles in light of the deteriorating internal security situation in the West Bank, which worries the PA.

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How social media is changing Israel’s approach to sexual harassment

After five years in prison for rape, former President Moshe Katsav has been released into a world where more Israeli women are ready to expose sexual harassment instead of hiding in fear and shame.

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How serious is Israel about allowing return of Gaza workers?

Israel's decision to allow workers from the Gaza Strip to hold jobs in adjacent towns is a positive step that, if implemented, will improve the economic situation in Gaza.

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Israelis wary, Palestinians despairing over Tillerson appointment

Secretary of State-designate Rex Tillerson’s ties with Arab countries worry Israeli officials, while Palestinians despair that the Trump administration is an extension of the current right-wing Israeli government.

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Anger as Israel finances Amona relocation while poor go without

Outrage is sweeping Israel as the government is set to allocate $34 million to empty the Amona outpost of law-breaking settlers despite the budget cuts that are crippling small municipalities.

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Battle over Israel’s Labor leadership kicks off

Former Defense Minister Amir Peretz is by no means a new face in the Labor Party, but his integrity could help him win the party’s leadership.

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Who killed a Hamas engineer in Tunisia?

Israel is keeping silent over the killing of Hamas' drone designer, Mohammed Alzoari, whose sophisticated assassins left no clues to their identities.

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Hezbollah, Israel both mum on recent escalation

Despite an escalation in Israeli attacks against Hezbollah in Syria, an all-out confrontation between them seems unlikely for the near future.

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How Amona settlement set Israeli precedent

The Israeli government's response in the Amona settlement dispute shows that the settlers have won, setting a clear path for future settlement battles.

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On banking in Israel, Jews and Muslims can agree

A new government plan opens saving accounts for every Israeli child that comport with Jewish and Muslim laws against usury.

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