Last July, the consulate recommended accepting "Palestinian refugees" in France and even awarded a scholarship to a student from Gaza, the niece of Ayyub Ahmed Atallah, bodyguard of Sheikh Ahmed Yassin, who herself expressed support for extremist ideologies, including calls to murder Jews, praise for Hitler, and messages praising Hamas actions.
On the eve of the Jewish new year, Israel needs all its wisdom, capabilities and no small measure of luck if it truly hopes for a good year. As things stand, it may discover that the Days of Awe will extend long after Yom Kippur.
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett criticized the government, warning that “the harmful norms that have seeped into public institutions will be uprooted.” Addressing security officials, he added, “Do not be afraid, this government will soon be replaced.”
The tension and delays created cracks in the organizing committee. Early this week, Greta Thunberg was spotted dragging her suitcase on the dock, leaving the ship "Family," which hosts the executive committee, and moving to the ship "Alma."
Customs inspectors in Tampa, Florida seized and destroyed a suitcase containing human bones and tobacco products that a passenger claimed were intended for religious rituals.
