U.N. Investigator Accuses Israel of Apartheid, Citing Permanence of Occupation Strongly denied by Israel and its supporters, the claim is the first time that a U.N.-appointed rapporteur has accused Israel of apartheid in such an unequivocal way.
Four Killed in Southern Israel in Latest in Spate of Attacks The attacks have heightened fears of further violence in April, when the convergence of three religious holidays has leaders on edge.