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Shin Bet to establish Islamic studies program to address Oct. 7 intelligence failures
The initiative aims to address failures exposed by investigations into the October 7 massacre, including the failure to understand Hamas's terror ideology and religious extremism.
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Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood, Dudu Tassa to kick off Jerusalem Oud Festival
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Bridging gaps: Bamizrach! 'In the East' festival offers the interface for healing
The last day of the four-dayer includes the annual gathering of the World Federation of Tunisian Jewry and the community’s Eid al-Banat festivities.
Elmina Children’s Theater Festival: An oasis of coexistence in Jaffa
All shows at Jaffa Port Warehouse (Mahsan). NIS 60 (NIS 55 at pre-booking *6119.) https://www.elminajaffa.com/festival/ (Hebrew and Arabic site).
Colonel Avichay Adraee thanks Lebanese journalist for praise on his anti-Hezbollah efforts
“Avichay speaks excellently. Everyone can understand him. He does a great job and looks friendly. Always kind and polite with a human approach, he also understands Lebanese humor.”
Druze Maccabi TLV fan misleads Amsterdam attackers by speaking Arabic
When the violent attacks erupted on the city’s streets, Asad spoke fluent Arabic to mislead attackers and protect Israeli fans.
Anti-Israel activists argue IDF mistranslated Arabic in footage of abduction of Israeli women
The debate is over the word "sabaya," which, depending on its spelling and slight pronunciation differences, can mean either young woman or sex slave.
Journalists Union demands Communications Ministry stop 'hunting' Arab journalists
Several Arabic-speaking journalists were questioned by police after they were suspected of broadcasting for Al-Jazeera.
US State Department Arabic spokesperson resigns in opposition to Gaza policy
"I resigned April 2024 after 18 years of distinguished service in opposition to the United States' Gaza policy," she wrote on social media website LinkedIn.
Changing mindset: New program teaches Israeli students Arabic language and culture
The program was founded on the realization that Israelis need to better connect with their neighbors in the region.
‘BBC Arabic treats Israeli guests disgracefully, spreads misinformation,’ interviewees say
Multiple Jewish interviewees point out their disgraceful treatment by BBC Arabic. The corporation’s complaint system came under scrutiny several times according to a spokesperson.
Palestinian prisoner writes book in Israeli prison, nominated for award
While in prison, Basim Khandaqji wrote a book that was nominated for the International Prize for Arabic Fiction.
