WHAT'S WORTH KNOWING

 Shavuah Tov,

 

Zionism Remains a Freedom Struggle

https://sapirjournal.org/zionism/2022/05/zionism-remains-a-freedom-struggle/

 

The evolving approach of British Jews to Israel over 75 years

https://www.jewishnews.co.uk/opinion-the-evolving-approach-of-british-jews-to-israel-over-75-years/

 

As Israel Marks 75 Years, Its Democracy Is Still Worth Fighting For

https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2023-04-21/ty-article-opinion/.premium/as-israel-marks-75-years-its-democracy-is-still-worth-fighting-for/00000187-9fde-d50b-a78f-ffdfb35c0000

 

The Met’s Champion succeeds as opera and woke agenda-setter

https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/the-mets-champion-succeeds-as-opera-and-woke-agenda-setter

As Gaza Celebrates Eid, a Gift for Women — and a Duty for Men

Palestinian Muslims give the eidiya — a gift of money — to female relatives and children on the Eid that marks the end of Ramadan. It is a revered tradition but one that can come with a heavy price.

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/21/world/middleeast/eid-ramadan-gaza-palestinians.html

Nota bene - I am not endorsing the editorial slant of these articles; I am saying they are worth knowing about.  Your recommendations welcome. 

WHAT'S WORTH KNOWING

The US should reassess its massive aid programs to the Middle East

https://thehill.com/opinion/international/3950579-the-us-should-reassess-its-massive-aid-programs-to-the-middle-east/

China offers to facilitate Israel-Palestinian peace talks

 https://apnews.com/article/china-israel-palestinians-peace-talks-32c9f5176c5b295d2d20111af2053351

 

Netanyahu said looking to appoint far-right firebrand as New York consul

Vote on ministerial post for May Golan nixed at last moment as premier reportedly attempts to convince MK accused of racism to take key diplomatic position instead, sparking outcry

https://www.timesofisrael.com/netanyahu-said-looking-to-appoint-far-right-firebrand-as-new-york-consul/

 

חמש עם רפי רשף אמיר בר שלום, הכתב הצבאי של גלי צה"ל, חשף יום ראשון בתוכניתו

What Really Happened Between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon After Infiltration

https://twitter.com/TomerL_1/status/1647695435274891269?s=20

 

Israel strengthens ties with eccentric Turkmenistan dictator on Iran’s doorstep

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/israel-strengthens-ties-with-eccentric-turkmenistan-dictator-on-irans-doorstep-hv5h555wt

Today's Picture Clip from Haaretz: Bibist Marchers. "Sign reads: Aharon Barak [former chief justice] is the head of the snake." 

Nota bene - I am not endorsing the editorial slant of these articles; I am saying they are worth knowing about.