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international-affairs1 year ago

Israeli Activists Block Aid to Gaza in Protest

Israeli protesters, including settlers, families of hostages, and deactivated military reservists, are attempting to block aid trucks from entering the Gaza Strip until all remaining hostages are released by Hamas. Despite police efforts to ensure unimpeded aid delivery, the protesters insist that no aid should reach Gaza until their demands are met. The protesters' stance has strong support in Israel, but the Gaza Strip is facing scarcity of food and drinking water, leading to rising malnutrition. Efforts to deliver aid via air and build a temporary sea port are underway, but road access for aid delivery remains crucial.

via New York Post |
#blockade#gaza-strip#hostages
international-relations1 year ago

"US and UK Launch Joint Strikes on Houthi Targets in Yemen"

The United States and Britain conducted large-scale military strikes against 18 Houthi targets in Yemen, aiming to degrade the militants' ability to attack ships in critical sea lanes. The strikes were supported by Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, and New Zealand. Meanwhile, in Israel, clashes erupted between police and protesters calling for the ousting of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the return of hostages held in Gaza. Additionally, the Biden administration's reversal on considering new Jewish settlements on the West Bank as "inconsistent with international law" has sparked political tensions ahead of the Democratic primary in Michigan.

via The New York Times|
#biden-administration#houthi-militants#international-relations
politics2 years ago

"Israeli Demonstrators Call for Hostage Return and Early Elections Amid Anti-Government Protests"

Thousands of protesters in Israel demand the return of hostages held in Gaza and early elections to remove Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is under pressure to secure the hostages' release. Netanyahu's handling of the war and his vow to destroy Hamas have drawn criticism, with demonstrators calling for a new government to correct the country's course. The protests come amid escalating tensions following the deaths of hostages and ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

via Yahoo News|
#benjamin-netanyahu#early-elections#gaza
politics2 years ago

"Israeli Protesters Continue the Fight: Perseverance in Challenging Times"

The battle against the Israeli government coup is far from over, and it is crucial not to give up. The civil resistance movement that has emerged in response to the government's plans to overhaul the judiciary has already achieved significant results, forcing a delay and reducing the harm of the proposed changes. While the repeal of the reasonableness standard is a severe blow to Israeli democracy, the fight is not yet finished. The government is at a crossroads, and the civil protest remains essential in preventing further erosion of democratic institutions. Without the ongoing demonstrations and resistance, the government could continue its authoritarian agenda. The battle over the law is ongoing, with petitions being submitted to the High Court of Justice, and the struggle to protect the judiciary and rule of law is more important than ever.

via Haaretz|
#civil-resistance-movement#government-coup#israeli-protests
politics2 years ago

"Netanyahu's Impatience Grows as Israeli Protests Reignite"

Tens of thousands of Israeli protesters have taken to the streets to demonstrate against proposed changes to the country's judicial system, which they believe would lead to a more authoritarian government. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government argues that the changes are necessary for a better balance of power, but critics say they would give politicians more control over the courts. The protests, which have been ongoing since January, have intensified ahead of a parliamentary vote on a key provision of the proposed overhaul. The government's push to control the judiciary has raised concerns about Israel's democratic health and has negatively impacted the economy.

via Al Jazeera English|
#authoritarianism#benjamin-netanyahu#democracy
politics2 years ago

Israeli Protests Persist Against Judicial Overhaul

Israeli protests against the government's plan to overhaul the judiciary continue, despite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to pause the proposals. The plan would give Netanyahu and his allies the final say in appointing judges and limit the Supreme Court's ability to review laws. Protest organizers aim to maintain momentum until the proposed changes are scrapped, saying it will destroy a system of checks and balances and give Netanyahu too much power, especially as he is currently on trial for corruption charges.

via The Associated Press|
#benjamin-netanyahu#corruption-charges#israeli-protests