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With hostages home, the filmmaker behind ‘Torn’ says his documentary about NYC’s poster wars remains sadly relevant

Hear more from Nim Shapira at a virtual screening on Thursday evening. -- The post With hostages home, the filmmaker behind ‘Torn’ says his documentary about NYC’s poster wars remains Learn more

Meet the 83-year-old Jewish activist who stars in Zohran Mamdani’s campaign ads

Rosalind Petchesky, a retired political scientist, first met Mamdani while lobbying with anti-Zionist group Jewish Voice for Peace. -- The post Meet the 83-year-old Jewish activist who stars in Zohran Learn more

Hamas releases remains of just 4 deceased hostages, leaving 24 still unaccounted for

The group is supposed to release all hostages' remains under the ceasefire deal. -- The post Hamas releases remains of just 4 deceased hostages, leaving 24 still unaccounted for appeared Learn more

Kamala Harris on whether Israel committed genocide: ‘We should all step back and ask this question’

The former vice president has faced pro-Palestinian protesters throughout her current book tour. -- The post Kamala Harris on whether Israel committed genocide: ‘We should all step back and ask Learn more

The move is seen as a symbolic step toward normalcy for Gaza-border communities. The post IDF reopens Zikim Beach for first time since Oct. 7 appeared first on JNS.org. Learn more

Sen. Tom Cotton and Rep. Elise Stefanik are asking the administration to look into the anti-Israel NGO’s funding and possible sanctions violations. The post GOP lawmakers want Treasury to investigate Learn more

The Palestinian immigrant celebrated his naturalization shortly before posting praises for the terrorist organization. The post Berlin strips citizenship from Hamas supporter appeared first on JNS.org. Learn more

A 15-member panel, reviewed by Israel and backed by Hamas, is to manage the coastal enclave's daily life and rebuilding efforts under U.S. oversight. The post Egypt: Palestinian committee picked Learn more

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