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Hamas Further Violates the Gaza Ceasefire Deal, Faking Unearthed Hostage Remains
Hamas staged a fake unearthing of the remains despite already having been recovered by the IDF in early December 2023.
Mideast Journal Staff
Oct 28, 20252 min read


How Zohran Mamdani's Anti-Zionism is Fracturing New York – and Propelling Him Toward City Hall
Mamdani's pledges don't just challenge Israeli policy; they erode the legitimacy of Jewish self-determination, potentially emboldening antisemitism.

Elon Gilad
Oct 27, 20256 min read


October 8 Saw Rising Antisemitism; Morality and Compassion Drop
Why did Hamas’s Oct. 7 attack, with some 1,200 people murdered and 251 hostages taken to Gaza, elicit an identification with and justification of the perpetrators?

Ofek Kehila
Oct 24, 20256 min read


‘Suddenly, the keffiyeh-wearing college kids are very quiet’: Where are the pro-Palestinian protesters?
The selective outrage against Hamas violence in Gaza and the vanishing solidarity suggest a movement more animated by opposition to Israel than concern for Palestinian lives.

Elon Gilad
Oct 22, 20257 min read


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


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
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