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THE ISRAEL BRIEF- 25-28 November 2024
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Lay of the Land photo of the week
HOMECOMING!
As ceasefire began in the north, Israelis survey damage and mull returning to what’s left of their homes.
damaged by Hezbollah missiles, Meital’s reported reaction was: “This is unbelievable. It’s like a nightmare.”
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UNWARRANTED WARRANTS: THE ICC vs ISRAEL
In its zeal to condemn Israel in its war against Hamas, the International Criminal Court appears to have committed a number of errors.
By Prof. Raymond Wacks
marked the first time the ICC has ever so acted against leaders of a democratic country. The writer, a professor of law,
reveals important flaws in the Court’s reasoning in arriving at its landmark decision.
UNWARRANTED WARRANTS: THE ICC vs ISRAEL
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‘SQUASHBOND’ PROVIDES PATH FORWARD
With confined space defining the landscape of Israel and the game of squash, Arab and Jewish kids come together to see where they can go together through sport.
By Max Moss
in a small place; it’s like Israel, we’re in a small place, we have to share it. Just like squash, it’s a small court
you have to figure out how you move, how you don’t hit the other person.”
‘SQUASHBOND’ PROVIDES PATH FORWARD
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QATAR’S WITHRAWAL AS MEDIATOR: A BITTERSWEET MOMENT
The Gulf state’s dual ability to influence Hamas and mediate with Western powers placed it in a unique position.
By Kenneth Moeng Mokgatlhe
invited close scrutiny. Will Qatar’s withdrawal as mediator between Israel and Hamas pave the way for a
more balanced mediation process or create a vacuum that exacerbates tensions?
QATAR’S WITHRAWAL AS MEDIATOR: A BITTERSWEET MOMENT
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