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Why Did Hamas Violate the Latest Ceasefire?
Hamas has violated the latest US-brokered ceasefire, failing to return the bodies of slain hostages. IDF troops killed in Gaza in terror attacks.
Mideast Journal Staff
Oct 20, 20253 min read


Why Israel Buries Its Dead
Israel’s policy of not leaving anyone behind is one of many reasons why the Jewish State puts importance on retrieving the bodies of deceased hostages. Here's why.

Uri Pilichowski
Oct 19, 20254 min read


Israel-Gaza Hostage-Release and Ceasefire Deal: Who Are The Slain Hostages That Remain?
The return of the deceased hostages in Gaza passed the 72-hour deadline, with Hamas breaking the ceasefire deal.
Mideast Journal Staff
Oct 15, 20255 min read


Why Trump's Gaza Ceasefire Succeeded After Two Years of Failed Attempts
While Trump's plan differed slightly from Biden’s May 2024 draft, Washington’s readiness to enforce pressure changed.

Elon Gilad
Oct 10, 20258 min read


Is the Gaza War Finally Over?
Will Hamas and Israel follow through with the different phases of Trump's peace plan?

Ofek Kehila
Oct 9, 20253 min read


What To Know About UN Walkouts, And Why They Happen
The 2025 UN walkout aligns with the UN’s recognition of a Palestinian state, but contrasts with Trump’s Gaza peace plan.

Ofek Kehila
Oct 6, 20254 min read


From Expulsion to Exodus? Antisemitism in England's Past and Present Crisis
A terrorist killed two people in a shul on Yom Kippur in Manchester. What drives the UK's anti-Jewish sentiment?

Elon Gilad
Oct 5, 20257 min read


Two Years After Oct. 7: From Trauma to Resilience, Israel’s Road to Recovery Through the Eyes of a Nova Survivor
Two years after Israel's deadliest terror attack, survivors of the Nova Festival speak about their resilience and the nation's recovery from trauma.

Jenna Romano
Oct 3, 202511 min read


What Would An Anti-Israel Mayor Mean for Jewish New Yorkers?
With just 5 weeks before Election Day, Democratic anti-Israel frontrunner Zohran Mamdani's rhetoric has stoked antisemitism.
Mideast Journal Staff
Sep 30, 20253 min read


The Latest: Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan and How It Could End the War
Trump and Netanyahu announced a new peace proposal to end the war in Gaza. Hamas has until October 3 to respond.

Elon Gilad
Sep 29, 20259 min read


The Meaning of Genocide and the Gaza War: Explained
What is the meaning of the term genocide? Does it apply to the war in Gaza? Let’s delve into the origins and legal definition.

Ofek Kehila
Sep 20, 20253 min read


Who was Charlie Kirk? Everything You Need to Know
Charlie Kirk, 31, was the founder of the conservative youth activist organization Turning Point USA. He was assassinated last week during a campus event for his political views.

Uri Pilichowski
Sep 16, 20254 min read


Anti-Israel Protests at Vuelta Set Dangerous Precedent Against Sports Events: Why This Matters
If Spain bans Israel, or Israel pulls out of events, anti-Israel protesters will be encouraged to escalate their activities, including attacking Jews.

Uri Pilichowski
Sep 12, 20253 min read


China & Iran Relations: How Much Should the US and Israel Worry?
Chinese-Iranian ties threaten Israel in two ways: from Chinese fuel material to be used for Iranian missiles, to China as Iran's biggest oil buyer. Here's what to know.
Meir Javedanfar
Sep 10, 20253 min read


Here’s What to Know About Gazan Starvation
In response to Hamas’s figures of Palestinians that the terror group says died of starvation in Gaza, Israeli authorities warn of an orchestrated campaign of disinformation.

Ofek Kehila
Aug 25, 20252 min read


How the Watermelon Became An Unlikely Symbol For the Pro-Palestinian Movement
The watermelon’s emergence as a symbol of identity for Palestinians stems from a specific time within the context of the Mideast Crisis history.

Jenna Romano
Aug 14, 20255 min read


‘Never again is now:’ How a Reminder of the Holocaust Turned Into a Contemporary Call-to-Action
While today's variant of Never Again adds urgency to the historical imperative, its meaning depends entirely on who is speaking.

Jenna Romano
Aug 8, 20255 min read


Is Zionism a Response to Antisemitism?
When people assume that Zionism is a response to antisemitism, they are confusing correlation with causation.

Uri Pilichowski
Aug 7, 20254 min read


Antisemitic Statements and Accusations Surge Across Iran
The Iranian regime has always insisted that it is anti-Zionist, not antisemitic. After the 12-day war with Israel, there has been an explosion in statements and articles attacking Jews.
Meir Javedanfar
Jul 26, 20254 min read


What is Palestine Action? As of Today, a Terrorist Organization
What is Palestine Action and what are the reasons behind its proscription as a terrorist organization along with ISIS and Al Qaida? Let’s delve into the history of the group with terrorism.

Ofek Kehila
Jul 7, 20253 min read
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