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Tuesday May 21, 2013
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Government report exonerates IDF in 2000 al-Dura shooting
Official review of incident, which became one of Second Intifada's strongest symbols, rules 12-year-old Muhammad al-Dura was not killed by Israeli fire and likely survived unscathed • Netanyahu: The only way to counter lies is with the truth.
 
Dror Eydar | The Palestinian industry of lies
The Muhammad al-Dura affair proves that the international media is gobbling up the Palestinians' lies indiscriminately and that every Palestinian report should be taken with a grain of salt.
 
Dr. Haim Shine | Constructive criticism or revenge?
The media's obsessive scrutiny of the prime minister's household expenses does not stem from public concern -- it is a witch hunt.
Dan Margalit | Breaking the ports -- it's now or never
It's up to the labor unions to understand that the ports are state property, and that the state has no intention of giving them up.
Dr. Reuven Berko | Russian rock, American hard place
Israel's desire to defend itself has dragged it into the middle of a fight between two global superpowers, with only hesitant support from its American "protector."
Uri Heitner | Suffering versus cynicism
Ahmed Tibi's cynical maneuvering is more sophisticated than Holocaust denial.
Four killed in botched Beersheba bank robbery
One robber committs suicide and another was being treated at hospital for gunshot wounds after the two robbed a Bank Hapoalim branch in Beersheba, killing four people and wounding seven others • Robbers are reportedly Bedouin from Rahat.
'Al-Dura affair is modern-day blood libel against the State of Israel'
Likud, Labor MKs welcome government review debunking French TV report blaming IDF for death of 12-year-old boy during 2000 incident, which became one of Palestinians' most potent symbols • "The truth always has a way of coming out," says MK Akunis.
Vandals deface Women of the Wall member's home
Graffiti reading "Torah tag," "Jerusalem is holy" and "Peggy, your time has expired," found outside home of Women of the Wall member Peggy Cidor • "The writing is on the wall. We urge rabbis to denounce this act and stop this incitement," says group.
Lapid: Final status agreement with Palestinians unrealistic
"I believe in the two-state solution," Lapid tells Yedioth Ahronoth. "There is nothing more dangerous than the idea of a bi-national state" • Lapid rejects a full withdrawal to 1967 lines, says Israel should hold on to major settlement "blocs."
Hezbollah steps up fighting in Syria, Israel threatens more strikes
Hezbollah fighters reportedly sustain casualties while battling alongside Syrian troops in strategic town of Qusair, bordering Lebanon's Bekaa Valley • We will act to ensure the security interests of Israel's citizens, says Netanyahu.
Palestinian village hangs large Swastika flag on electric line
The Israel Defense Forces Civil Administration on Monday ordered the Palestinian Electrical Company to remove a Swastika flag hanging on one of its electric wires in the Palestinian village of Beit Ummar.
The new governability bill: boon or bane?
While lawmakers are generally in favor of electoral reform, some say the proposed measures stifle free speech and disenfranchise minorities • Its supporters say this would ensure stability and end the abuse of no-confidence motions.
IDF testing new 'sponge-tipped' bullet for riots in West Bank
Push to include non-lethal riot dispersal means in Judea and Samaria comes amid backdrop of increasing rioting in region, including protests against construction of security fence, and increasing friction between Palestinians and settlers.
Religious Services Ministry announces marriage reform
First step will be adopting the proposed "Tzohar Law," which allows couples to register for marriage anywhere in Israel, as opposed to being restricted to the rabbinate in the city of their residence • Bennett: We want to bring Israelis closer to God.
Your passport cannot be renewed, FM tells ministers
Israeli cabinet members cannot engage in official travel because of job action at the Foreign Ministry • Defense minister might have to skip Paris Air Show visit • Livni could miss peace talks • Official: Labor dispute could intensify.
South Korea deploys Israeli-made missiles on border
South Korea military official: "Dozens of Spike [Called the Tammuz in Israel] missiles and their launchers have recently been deployed on Baengnyeong and Yeonpyeong islands" • Report comes after North Korea fires two missiles over the coast on Monday.
Bedouin ambush Israeli woman, 3 children in 'price-tag' attack
Masked Bedouin on ATVs smash woman's windshield with a brick at entrance to Negev community in protest over government demolitions of illegal Bedouin homes in the area • Last week, a pregnant woman was similarly attacked, residents say.
Convicted killer Ami Popper weds recently released child abuser
Popper, initially sentenced to seven life terms for killing seven Palestinians during the First Intifada, marries woman convicted of allowing cult leader Elior Chen to brutally abuse her eight children • Popper is expected to be released in 2030.
Will haredi draft dodgers be declared deserters?
Peri committee convenes at Prime Minister's Office to work on haredi-enlistment reform • According to proposal, draft dodging will result in serious punitive measures, including sanctions and bans from leaving the country.
Haredi soldiers pelted with rocks in Jerusalem neighborhood
Protesters belonging to an extreme haredi sect throw rocks at soldiers and light trash cans on fire • Spokesman for last week's anti-enlistment protest, Pini Rosenberg: I happened to be in the area at the time, media reports exaggerated the event.
A doctor is born: Hebrew University honors Streisand with honorary PhD
"Barbra Streisand's transcendent talent is matched by her passionate concern for equality and opportunity for people of every gender and background," says university president • Renowned singer and actress holds honorary doctorate from Brandeis as well.