Occupation/Human rights
Opinion: Better future for Israel demands adherence to international law, The Jerusalem Post
“I yearn for a day when Israel will appoint an ambassador to the UN who will use the international arena to advance Israel’s interests by promoting human rights,” writes Michael Sfard.
Opinion: If Israel's generals are moral, let them prove it, Local Call
“Defense Minister Ya’alon has been heralded as the Left’s newest spokesperson after repeatedly speaking out against Israel’s political leadership. Let’s not forget that this is the same guy who called Breaking the Silence ‘traitors,’” writes Orly Noy.
Israeli Suspect in Murder of Palestinian Dawabsheh Family to Be Released From Administrative Detention, Ha'aretz
An Israeli suspect in the murder of a Palestinian family will be released from administrative detention later this month, state prosecutors said Tuesday.
Jewish education’s sin of omission, +972 Magazine
Despite years of Jewish education, much of which focused on Israel, this young American Zionist was still ignorant of Israel’s occupation of the West Bank.
Peace Process
Egypt's Sisi offers mediating role in Israel-Palestinian peace talks, Reuters
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi promised Israel on Tuesday warmer ties if it accepts efforts to resume peace talks with the Palestinians, urging Israeli leaders not to waste an opportunity to bring security and hope to a troubled region.
French plan to hold Israel-Palestine conference postponed indefinitely, Middle East Eye
Israeli politics
Netanyahu summons defence minister over freedom of speech comments, Middle East Eye
Herzog hobbles toward unity government despite public opposition, The Times of Israel
In the face of lackluster support for a unity deal, opposition leader says ‘the public does not yet know what is being talked about.’
Zionist Union drops in polls amid coalition talks with Likud, The Times of Israel
Netanyahu and Herzog met at length Sunday on a unity government, but major gaps remain; 60% of Zionist Union voters oppose idea.