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New testimonies reveal controversial aspects of British officer Orde Wingate's actions during his time in Israel, which include allegations of indiscriminate killing and war crimes.

The Israeli coalition showed its dysfunctionality by voting against Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's proposal to raise the tax ceiling on international shipments, highlighting internal strife and Smotrich’s waning influence.

An American rabbi expresses strong opposition to the existence of the Israeli state, claiming that true Judaism forbids Jews from establishing a state in Palestine.

The article discusses the persistent influence of Christian Zionism in U.S. politics, especially under the Trump administration, as exemplified by Mike Huckabee's support for Israel's actions in Gaza.

A political petition by the UK Green Party challenges traditional views on Zionism and advocates for a one-state solution, reflecting a shift towards formal political action in support of Palestine.

A Swiss broadcaster removed Olympic bobsled coverage after a commentator's remarks about an Israeli athlete sparked controversy.

Tamara Tenenbaum reflects on her critical perspective of Zionism and what it means to be Jewish in the context of injustice and violence during a recent interview.

A coalition of pro-Palestinian activist groups in Canada is campaigning to revoke the accreditation of Jewish summer camps, accusing them of promoting anti-Zionist activism.

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich expressed his opposition to conscripting female soldiers into the IDF, stating he will raise his daughter not to follow that path.

Jonathan Greenblatt of the Anti-Defamation League emphasizes the distinction between anti-Zionism and legitimate criticism of Israel, labeling the former as a form of bigotry amid rising antisemitism in North America.

Carrie Bowler has been dismissed from the U.S. Religious Freedom Committee over her anti-Israel stance during a hearing on antisemitism.

Sociologist Jessé Souza sparked controversy by linking Jeffrey Epstein to Jewish and Zionist supremacy in a recent social media video that has drawn criticism amid rising anti-Semitism protests.

A White House religious freedom official, Kerry Buller, stated her refusal to bow to Israel and expressed her commitment to exposing what she describes as the lies of political Zionism.

A White House religious freedom committee hearing erupted into a fierce debate about Zionism and the limits of free speech, following a contentious exchange between committee member Kari Boller and pro-Israel witnesses.

The article discusses the debate surrounding the notion of 'Greater Israel', suggesting differing perspectives among experts on whether it is a genuine ambition or merely a construct of political ideologies.

Intellectuals in Germany critically assess the country's commitment to Israel in a new book suggesting that excessive Zionism could lead to new forms of fascism.

Lynne Cohen critiques the recent op-ed by Corey Balsam, arguing that his defense of anti-Zionism serves as an example of the gaslighting towards Jewish self-determination.

Brazilian writer Jessé Souza recently made controversial remarks linking Jeffrey Epstein's case to a Jewish lobby, arguing that Zionism underpins various crimes, including a supposed pedophile network used for political leverage.

The book 'Don't Stand Idly By' explores over a hundred years of Jewish opposition to Zionism amidst the current humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Vandalism occurred at a Jewish temple in Los Angeles that had previously been destroyed by wildfires, with messages spray-painted on its walls.

The Garibaldi Tavern in Madrid reported an attack by a man who justified his actions by accusing the bar of committing hate crimes due to a sticker displayed there.

French Jewish researcher Gérard Haddad shares his intellectual journey from supporting Zionism to becoming a strong advocate for the Palestinian cause.

Einat Wilf discusses the implications of anti-Zionism in the context of the ongoing Gaza conflict and reflects on her involvement in the Middle East peace process.

The Sabeel Center's director discusses the role of liberation theology in resisting occupation and the significance of Jerusalem in faith discourse amidst ongoing Palestinian violations.

The article argues that early Zionists aimed to create a liberal welfare state free of discrimination, and the failure to achieve this should not be attributed to the ideology of Zionism itself.

Journalist Giulia Sorrentino was verbally attacked and threatened with removal from a Milan march by protesters who shouted anti-Zionist slogans at her.

A UC Davis professor was suspended without pay for a quarter after posting violent threats against 'Zionist journalists' but remains employed at the university.

The article reflects on the complexities and contradictions of Zionism as explored through the life and works of philosopher Hannah Arendt, particularly in light of her influential writings and their implications.

The Jewish community in Barcelona successfully pressured the tech platform GoGocarto to disable a collaborative map identifying businesses linked to Zionism.

The diaries of Theodor Herzl, recounting a heartfelt moment at the First Zionist Congress in 1897, have now been digitized for public access.

Palestinian youth in Italy express solidarity with those arrested in Genoa, linking their support to the broader struggle against Zionism and advocating for a free Palestine.

Alaa Abd El-Fattah has apologized for past tweets that seemed to call for violence against Zionists after returning to the UK from detention in Egypt.