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News ‘A warm hug from grandma’: In Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square, families contemplate the expected release of 50 hostages
Relatives of those held captive in Gaza say even if their loved ones are freed, they will continue to press for those who remain captive
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Books Mosab Abu Toha isn’t the first Palestinian writer targeted by Israel
The poet was released Tuesday after two days in captivity. While the reason for his detention remains unclear, Israeli authorities have arrested and jailed celebrated Palestinian writers in the past.
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Opinion Israel must save the hostages at any cost
The Israeli government has a moral responsibility to get our people back from the hands of the murderous Hamas regime
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Opinion The hostages in Gaza need our empathy, not our hot takes
There are enough politicians, policymakers and experts crafting sophisticated arguments for Israel’s next moves. For the rest of us, empathy demands more of our attention
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Fast Forward Most New Yorkers link rise in antisemitism to war in Gaza and favor strong condemnation of Hamas
The Siena College monthly survey of New Yorkers shows support for Israel’s battle against Hamas in Gaza
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News In Jerusalem, a market blooms to help Gaza-area farmers hit hard by the war
"It's not just about buying fruits and vegetables," one customer said. It's "to support not only farmers but each other"
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Israel Therapy Israel Therapy: Should I sign onto an open letter calling for a cease-fire?
A checklist to help you think through signing anything to do with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
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Fast Forward Rep. Becca Balint becomes first Jewish member of Congress to call for cease-fire
'For the good of Palestinians and Israelis, a lasting bilateral cease-fire can only work if Hamas does not continue to rule in Gaza,' the Vermont Democrat said
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