Israel and the West Bank were gripped by violence this week. Its roots predate Israel’s new far-right government, but the government’s ministers and goals are fueling tensions.
Tag: Palestinians
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At Least 7 Killed in Shooting at a Jerusalem Synagogue
The police said a gunman killed the people at a small synagogue, before being killed himself by police fire.
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Israeli Raid on West Bank City Kills Nine Palestinians, Officials Say
The violence comes as Israel’s new government, the most right-wing administration ever, has signaled an even tougher line against the Palestinians.
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Harvard Reverses Course on Human Rights Advocate Who Criticized Israel
News that the university had blocked a fellowship for the former head of Human Rights Watch stirred debate over academic freedom and donor influence.