Category: Israel

What Is the E1 Project, Israel’s Disputed Settlement Plan in the West Bank?

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Israel’s right-wing government is opening bidding for thousands of housing units in a patch of the West Bank, a move that would thwart efforts at Palestinian statehood.
Why Israel Wants More One-Ton Bombs From the U.S.

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The Trump administration plans to deliver 60,000 of the powerful munitions at a time when opposition is growing in Washington to arms sales to Israel.
U.S. Intelligence Warns of China Theft Over Sale of F-35 Jets to Saudis

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Internal reports, including one from the Pentagon’s Defense Intelligence Agency, say China could acquire U.S. jet technology through spying or cooperation with Saudi Arabia.
Trump Approves $2.8 Billion Arms Sale to Israel, Including 40,000 One-Ton Bombs

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The package would be among the largest deliveries of U.S. munitions to Israel.
Pro-Palestinian Remarks Roil Sheeran Tour, Leading Finneas to Drop Out

The New York Times – Music:
Three other acts are also leaving the tour, citing the right to free speech after the rapper Macklemore was removed over comments he had made onstage.
What Is Driving Diesel Prices Up? Energy Chaos Caused by Two Wars.

The New York Times – Business:
President Trump recently blamed Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries for causing a spike in diesel prices, but analysts say the Iran war is probably a bigger factor.
‘NAZA,’ Israeli Film About Killings in Gaza, Faces Backlash

The New York Times – Movies:
The film “NAZA” investigates the killing of Palestinians by Israeli forces in Gaza. Israel’s culture minister has suggested revoking the directors’ citizenship.
UK Sanctions Against Israeli Settlers Divide British Rabbis

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Prominent rabbis reacted with a mix of support, condemnation and concern about the ramifications for Jews in Britain.
Trump Takes No Position on Allies’ Sanctions Against Israeli Settlements

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The president declined to say whether the United States opposed measures taken by Britain, Canada and France over violence against Palestinians in the West Bank.
Why Israel Reacted With Fury to U.K. Sanctions on West Bank Settlements

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The fierce retaliation of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government to the new restrictions is a reflection of his tough re-election fight, analysts say.
These Generals Fought for Israel. Now They See ‘Jewish Terrorism’ as the Threat.

The New York Times – On the Runway:
A growing number of former Israeli generals, intelligence officials and prime ministers are accusing settlers in the West Bank of committing ethnic cleansing with government support. “Once a society behaves this way,” one said, “that society is doomed.”
Progressives Condemn Pick of Pro-Israel Democrat Atop House Panel

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Outrage over making Representative Jared Moskowitz, who is vocally pro-Israel, the top Democrat on a Middle East policy subcommittee reflected the party’s rift over Israel.