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At 11:30 on Shabbat morning, 64 Israeli air force planes attacked nearly 100 Hamas related targets in the Gaza strip. On early Sunday, an additional 60 targets were hit. 230 Palestinians were killed and 800 injured. Dubbed by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) as 'Operation Cast Lead,' the Israeli offensive against Hamas is the largest Israeli operation in the Gaza Strip since the 1967 Six Days War. More...>> |
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Among the questions that were asked from our shlichim, educators, and community leaders:
Is 'Cast Lead' a 'Just War?' Is Israel's decision to launch a major military campaign a situation of 'no choice?'
Unfortunately war is a tool of statecraft. However, the possession of power demands responsible judgment regarding why, when, where, and how to exercise that power.
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Ethics During War – The Difficulty, The Challenge, and the Responsibility
Among the questions that were asked from our educators, community leaders, and shlichim:
Especially with regards to protecting non-combatants, what are some of the Jewish sources that may help understand issues of ethics during war? More....>> |
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Sunday morning in Israel – only a few hours after the Israeli cabinet voted in favor of a unilateral cease fire in the Gaza Strip 22 days after the beginning of 'Operation Cast Lead.'
The faces and voices of parents were particularly striking on the Saturday night and Sunday morning news broadcasts; reflecting that beyond the questions of strategy and conditions, of analysis and commentary - in Israel and in Gaza there are too many families rent asunder in pain and loss.
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Dear Colleagues,
This war has affected us in many ways, has raised questions and perhaps created new insights We invite you to share your thoughts and experiences with us. Please email us at makom@jafi.org
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