Category: Netanyahu, Benjamin

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.
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.
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.”
Kushner Meets Netanyahu in Israel in Effort to Break Logjam Over Gaza

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel has refused to pull back the country’s military until Hamas fully disarms. But the Trump administration is under pressure to show progress.
How a False Nuclear Claim About Iran Ricocheted From India to Washington

The New York Times – Business:
A dubious post that spread on X became the basis of false claims that Iran’s leadership had declared it a nuclear power.
As Army Fails to Protect Palestinians, Israeli Leaders Sympathize With Settlers

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Defense Minister Katz called for the military to turn over to the police the responsibility for protecting Palestinians after two West Bank families were besieged by violent settlers.
Trump Wants to Move On From the Middle East. It’s Not Letting Him.

The New York Times – On the Runway:
President Trump is eager to declare success in Iran and Gaza, but he is struggling to impose his will in either conflict.
Netanyahu Walks Tightrope on Trump’s Gaza Disarmament Deal

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is trying to satisfy the sometimes competing demands of his right-wing base and President Trump months ahead of a tough election.
Why Congress Wants a Closer U.S.-Israel Defense Partnership

The New York Times – On the Runway:
A proposal making its way through Congress would integrate the U.S. and Israeli defense and intelligence apparatuses more tightly. Some worry that it is a bad idea.