Israel, like the rest of the world, follows with bated breath the ongoing drama of the US Presidential race. Government officials from Prime Minister Netanyahu on down have been studiously … Read More AN ISRAELI OUTLOOK US PRESIDENTIAL RESULTS
Mahmoud Abbas
Mahmoud Abbas (born 15 November 1935), also known by the kunya Abu Mazen, is the president of the State of Palestine and the Palestinian National Authority. He has been the chairman of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) since 11 November 2004, Palestinian National Authority president since 15 January 2005, and State of Palestine president since 8 May 2005. Abbas is also a member of the Fatah party and was elected chairman in 2009.
“IF ISRAEL’S HIGH COURT SUPPOSES THAT – THE LAW IS A ASS, A IDIOT”
IsraCast chooses this literary quotation as the most apt reaction of many Israeli legal experts, as well as disgruntled voters, who are now flabbergasted by their High Court’s ruling. To … Read More “IF ISRAEL’S HIGH COURT SUPPOSES THAT – THE LAW IS A ASS, A IDIOT”
Israel Mobilizes IDF, Shabak, and Mossad Secret Services to Combat Corona
By the time you read this, the first Israeli victim of corona may have died. An 89-year-old Jerusalem woman has been in critical condition for several days now. Five more … Read More Israel Mobilizes IDF, Shabak, and Mossad Secret Services to Combat Corona
Uncertainty and Palestinian Violence in the Wake of Trump Peace Plan
As I gaze down on the valley from my home in (Western) Jerusalem, a thick white mist obscures the landscapes below. This resembles the current state of affairs after President … Read More Uncertainty and Palestinian Violence in the Wake of Trump Peace Plan
State of Israel-Palestinian clash
The Palestinian ‘Intifada of Knives’ has entered a new phase. It has broadened to include more cases of Palestinian drivers deliberately trying to harm Israelis by running them over. After … Read More State of Israel-Palestinian clash
Where should Israel go from here?
“What would you do in New York, Washington, London or Paris if terrorists were attacking people in the streets with knives and meat cleavers? Your policemen would act immediately to … Read More Where should Israel go from here?
Israel will suppress terrorism but will not punish Palestinian population
Palestinian brand of ‘do it yourself’ terrorism… A young Palestinian wakes up in the morning, or maybe on the spur of the moment, and decides to attack Israelis. He, or … Read More Israel will suppress terrorism but will not punish Palestinian population