Highly Vaccinated Israel Is Seeing A Dramatic Surge In New COVID Cases. Here's Why
What happened? Here are six lessons learned from Israel's experience — and one looming question for the future of the pandemic.
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Palestinians Hope Israel's New Government Will Bring Progress To This Poor Town
In the village of Jisr al-Zarqa, residents wish for opportunities available in nearby Jewish towns. They wonder if the new government, which includes an Arab party for the first time, will help.
Israel's New Government Is Dealt A Defeat With Vote Over Palestinian Citizenship Law
The controversial law would prevent Palestinians in the occupied West Bank and Gaza from acquiring residency in Israel even after they marry Palestinians with Israeli citizenship.
Gaza Wants To Rebuild, But Ensuring Funds Don't Go To Hamas Is Slowing The Process
The Gaza Strip needs major reconstruction after the Israeli military hit buildings and infrastructure. Experts say the U.N.-backed process of vetting projects ends up increasing costs and delays.
Palestinians, Settlers Clash In Tense Jerusalem Neighborhood
Israeli police and border officials said they arrested four suspects in the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood, where settler groups are trying to evict several Palestinian families.
Israel Hits Hamas Targets With The 1st Airstrikes Since Cease-Fire Deal
The Israel Defense Forces said its fighter jets struck two Hamas military compounds early Wednesday morning.
Israel Has Become The 1st Country To Ban The Sale Of Most Fur Clothing
Israel has become the first country to outlaw the controversial clothing material that opponents say leads to the slaughter of millions of animals each year.
Assessing Benjamin Netanyahu's 12 Uninterrupted Years In Power
The Israeli prime minister leaves office with a legacy that includes economic prosperity, a growing partisan divide in the U.S. over support for Israel and the unresolved conflict with Palestinians.
Antisemitism Spikes, And Many Jews Wonder: Where Are Our Allies?
After turning out for racial justice and other movements in the U.S., they are frustrated by the response to attacks and hatred directed at Jews following the latest Mideast violence.
Gaza Notebook: The Surreal Scenes I Witnessed During 'The Worst Eid Ever'
A Palestinian photojournalist reflects on his encounters during a holiday that took place amid the 11-day war between Hamas and Israel.