Radiohead is set to defy calls from prominent artists to cancel its concert on Wednesday in Israel over the occupation of Palestinian territory, the latest controversy related to a campaign to boycott the country. Radiohead singer Thom Yorke has responded to artists such as Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters and director Ken Loach calling on the … Read more
Israelis and Palestinians mark 50 years since the Six-Day War next week as the gap between them further widens, with both sides deeply scarred by years of violence, failed negotiations and broken promises. The anniversary comes as hopes dim for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and with heavy scepticism surrounding US President Donald … Read more
Thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews took to the streets of Jerusalem on Tuesday to protest against compulsory military service at a time of increased tensions between them and Israeli authorities. The protesters dressed in the dark suits and hats typical of the ultra-Orthodox community held signs, including those saying “the state of Israel persecutes Jews”. Rabbis … Read more
The Jerusalem Marathon winds its way through one of the most historic — and contentious — cities on earth. Islam, Christianity, and Judaism all have holy sites within its hallowed walls. Enmity between Israelis and Palestinians is too often the norm, not the exception. Sometimes the tension is palpable. One group of runners aims to … Read more
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday backed pardoning a soldier sentenced to 18 months in prison for shooting dead a wounded Palestinian assailant, media reported. “I am still in favour of pardoning Private Azaria,” Netanyahu told reporters accompanying him on an official visit to Australia, Israel’s Channel 10 said. Netanyahu had already spoken out … Read more