War ethicist Michael Walzer, a Zionist to his core, cautiously joins Israel's critics

by mgall74 | Jan 1, 2026 | Israeli News

[ad_1] In the spring of 1967, the young philosopher Michael Walzer traveled across the United States, passionately speaking out against the Vietnam War wherever anyone would listen. Then the Six-Day War broke out – and the Harvard lecturer defended Israel’s...

22 Israeli soldiers died by suicide in 2025, the highest number in 15 years

by mgall74 | Jan 1, 2026 | Israeli News

[ad_1] According to IDF data, the number of soldier suicides in 2025 was second only to 2010’s figure, the year after Operation Cast Lead. Army officials warn that the upcoming ‘post-war’ year will be challenging for the mental health of military...

General who headed key IDF intelligence unit on October 7 dies at 47

by mgall74 | Jan 1, 2026 | Israeli News

[ad_1] Brig. Gen. Amit Sa’ar, who was head of the IDF Intelligence Directorate’s Research Department at the time of the October 7 massacre, died overnight into Thursday at the age of 47.Sa’ar announced his retirement from the IDF in April after being...

Israel blocked 37 aid groups from Gaza – and then claimed credit for their work

by mgall74 | Jan 1, 2026 | Israeli News

[ad_1] Israel’s political decision to block international aid groups from Gaza continues its cruel and amateurish treatment of Gaza’s civilian population over the past two years [ad_2] Source link

UN chief condemns Israeli law blocking electricity, water for UNRWA facilities

by mgall74 | Dec 31, 2025 | Israeli News

[ad_1] Here are Thursday’s latest updates:■ The Hostages and Missing Families Forum has announced the closure of its headquarters after 817 days of activity. The organization’s statement said that a dedicated team will continue to support the family of Ran...