That UN Security Council resolution harshly criticizing Israel’s settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories has revealed sharp divisions among Canadian Zionists. Read more. (more…)
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UN security council resolution on Israel causes major headaches for Trudeau
The recent UN security council resolution condemning the illegal Israel settlements in occupied Palestinian territory continues to have echoes around the world. It has clearly shaken Mr. Netanyahu, who has launched a frenzied counterattack. But it could also cause two big problems for Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Read why... (more…)
UN resolution on Israeli settlements reflects “what the world thinks” says former Canadian Amb to UN
Paul Heinbecker, a former Canadian ambassador to the UN, says the recent UN resolution condemning Israeli settlements is not just a personal fight between Obama, Netanyahu and Trump. It “reflects what the world thinks”, he says. Read more (more…)
Ho, Ho, Ho? Nope! Israeli Rabbis issue “edicts” against Christmas trees
At Technion University in Israel, the university’s rabbi has forbidden students to enter the student union building due to the presence of the Christmas tree. Dr. Yousef Jabareen, M.K, a Palestinian citizen of Israel who was in Canada last October says this is one example of Israel’s religious intolerance. Read more… (more…)
Canada’s new ambassador to Israel outlines her main objectives
Ms. Deborah Lyons, a career diplomat, presented her credentials to Israeli President Reuven Rivlin in Jerusalem on December 12th. She replaces outgoing ambassador Vivian Bercovici, a Harper appointment and outspoken Zionist. What will our new ambassador do? Read more. (more…)
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