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THE ISRAEL BRIEF –09–12 February 2026
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Lay of the Land’s disturbing ‘PhotoPick’ of the Week
Threatening Jews at Opera House, mass murdering Jews at a beach, violently protesting against the visiting president of the Jewish state, Australia’s message to the Jewish world is CHILLINGLY clear!
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HOME AT LAST
In the final chapter of a national tragedy, some 700 personnel participated – including roughly 400 combat soldiers – in ‘Operation Brave Heart’ – bringing home the last hostage from Gaza.
By Jonathan Feldstein
HOME AT LAST
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SEIDMAN’S EXPULSION: THE COMEDY AND THE DARKER SIDE
South Africa’s expulsion of Israel’s Chargé D’Affaires is looking like absolutely fabulous fodder for comedians.
By Marika Sboros
unwarranted action against Israel’s head diplomat in Pretoria for alleged transgressions, while the truth lies entirely elsewhere!
SEIDMAN’S EXPULSION: THE COMEDY AND THE DARKER SIDE
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COULD WE GO FROM GAZA’S LAST HOSTAGE TO COEXISTENCE?
Tensions between Muslims and Jews has not always defined their relationship. Can shared roots and cultural commonalities provide a favorable way forward?
By Steven Gruzd
COULD WE GO FROM GAZA’S LAST HOSTAGE TO COEXISTENCE?
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