As the ensuing war in Gaza continues to claim countless lives, some Israelis and Palestinians are trying to break the cycle of violence.
Reflections from Palestine and Israel
Reflections from Palestine and Israel July 2, 2025 In June, the American Friends of the Parents Circle visited Israel and Palestine for a solidarity visit, learning tour, and team building retreat with our Parents Circle colleagues. We met with bereaved members, dedicated Israeli and Palestinian staff, and those most impacted by violence. Ayala Metzger, whose … Continue reading Reflections from Palestine and Israel
Israeli Damelin and Palestinian Awad awarded the “Fiorino d’Oro” | Pagine Ebraiche
Florence’s mayor, Sara Funaro, made up her mind after seeing a video of a song by Israeli singer Achinoam Nini, also known as Noa.
Palestinian, Israeli mums w/ slain children get Golden Florin | Ansa
The Fiorino d’Oro (Golden Florin) of Florence, the Tuscan capital’s highest civic recognition, was awarded Tuesday to Bushra Awad and Robi Damelin, two women, one Palestinian and the other Israeli, united by the most heartbreaking of losses: a son killed by the violence of the conflict.
Giving peace a voice at Sunderland Minster | Northeast Bylines
It would be understandable for anybody watching the news from Israel and Gaza and the West Bank, to perhaps think that Israelis and the Palestinians are deadly enemies who all hate each other. This is of course simply not true.
There is Another Way’ Review | Roger Ebert
“There are no victors in this war,” HaLev says near the end of the movie. “We have all already lost.”
The Israeli Hostage Who Refused to Embrace Revenge | New York Times
Hamas held Liat Beinin Atzili hostage for 54 days and killed her husband. In her grief, she explains why all she wants is peace for Israelis and Palestinians.
Vivian Silver’s sons speak out about the past 611 days | Canadian Jewish News
Vivian Silver’s sons speak out about the past 611 days | Canadian Jewish News Chen and Yonatan Zeigen recently visited Toronto for a celebration of their mother Vivian Silver’s life and mission.
Vivian Silver’s sons continue her work and legacy of building peace in Israel | Canadian Jewish News
Yonatan Zeigen, who lost his mother Vivian Silver in the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas-led attack in southern Israel, says his goal in life is to decrease the overall pain and suffering in the region – not to avenge the murder of his mother.
The Right-wing Israeli ‘Human Rights’ Group Fueling Racism, Censorship and Violence – Without Consequences | Haaretz
At midday on April 29, the eve of Memorial Day, a message inviting the masses to take part in an urgent demonstration was disseminated via social media, under the heading: “We won’t allow the supporters of terrorism to meet in Ra’anana.”