Middle East
Vigilantes Patrol For Jewish Women Dating Arab Men
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Monday, October 12, 2009
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Friday, October 02, 2009
Religion
Elevator Or The Stairs? In Israel, Rabbis Weigh In
October 2, 2009 Some prominent rabbis in Israel have declared that Shabbat elevators — specially designed to run without the need for passengers to press buttons — must not be used. It has stoked the eternal debate about what an observant Jew may and may not do on the Sabbath.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Middle East
Israel Pushes Harder Line On Iran Nuclear Ambitions
September 28, 2009 Iran said Monday that it test-launched missiles capable of striking Israeli cities and U.S. military bases in the region. The tests came after the disclosure last week of a second Iranian uranium-enrichment plant. Despite its support for new sanctions against Iran, Israel believes military options may ultimately be needed to halt Iran's nuclear program.
World
Assessing Iran's Nuclear Threat
September 28, 2009 Over the weekend, Iran tested several mid-range missiles. Now, there are new calls for sanctions against the country. New York Times reporter David Sanger assesses Iran's nuclear threat.
The Opinion Page
Op-Ed: Israel's Gaza Vindication
September 28, 2009 Jackson Diehl, deputy editorial page editor and columnist for The Washington Post, acknowledges that Israel's attack on Gaza wasn't popular in Washington. However, in a piece for the paper, he argues that it was effective and may influence how the country deals with Iran.
Friday, September 25, 2009
Middle East
Palestinian TV Show Satirizes Life, Leaders
September 25, 2009 Country on a String is unusual in the Arab world — a comedy sketch show that takes aim at Palestinian leaders on the TV channel they control. The popular show debuted during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
