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Why ultra-Orthodox opposition to serving in the Israeli army is the most significant threat to Netanyahu’s government
The current war in Gaza – as well as the heightened tensions with Hezbollah in recent days – have made clear an urgent need to increase the size of the Israeli army. But the crisis surrounding the army service exemption for ultra-Orthodox youth is more than a political, economic or even moral issue.
Read MoreAustralian multiculturalism was never a licence for ‘anything goes’
Australia relies on a non-negotiable commitment to certain shared values, including parliamentary democracy and the rule of law; freedom of speech and religion; and the equality of the sexes.
Read More“I do fear that… this government’s realignment will continue to be against Israel”: Joel Burnie on Sky News
“I do fear that in the last nine or so months of this government, its realignment will continue to be against Israel.” AIJAC Executive Manager Joel Burnie speaks to Steve Price on Sky News
Read MoreThe many Iranians who support Israel and Israelis
Iran’s regime is not representative of all Iranians, and there are many Iranian people who openly express their support for Israel, Israelis and the Jewish diaspora. This is especially so since Hamas’ October 7 terror attacks…
Read MoreIDF spokesperson, reserve Lt. Col. Peter Lerner in conversation with AIJAC’s Joel Burnie
AIJAC’s Joel Burnie interviewed IDF spokesperson, reserve Lieutenant Colonel Peter Lerner on a recent visit to Sydney about the Israel-Hamas war and its wider context.
Read MoreAIJAC deplores ICJ Advisory Opinion
The Australia/Israel &Jewish Affairs Council (AIJAC) has ridiculed the International Court of Justice (ICJ)advisory opinion delivered on Friday, that demands that Israel withdraw from the West Bank, east Jerusalem and Gaza.
Read MoreDefying expectations: Silent settlement freeze and outpost demolitions
Given that Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s coalition consists of right-wing or religious parties that are supportive of Israel’s West Bank settlements, it was expected that West Bank settlement activity would increase.
Read MoreA university is for a multiplicity of ideas
Our universities have created a culture of grievance, resentment and rage which is fertile ground for the kind of vituperative antisemitism we are witnessing.
Read MoreIsrael’s hardest war is fighting the lies waged against it
It’s a truly dystopian alternate reality when a country under existential threat from a brutal terrorist death cult rescues innocent hostages from its clutches and the world’s reaction is criticism and lamentation.
Read MoreThe truth about water in Gaza
One of the many libels hurled against Israel since Hamas started the current war on October 7 is the claim that Israel has weaponised water by deliberately denying its supply to Gazans. This is a falsehood that doesn’t stand up to basic scrutiny.
Read MoreWhy appeasing Iran will lead to broader Mid-East war
Israelis cannot risk returning to their homes and fields with Hezbollah on the border surveilling their every move, looking to harass constantly, while planning its own October 7-style invasion.
Read MoreMédecins Sans Frontières has lost its way
MSF has a history of allowing terrorists to operate with impunity in its facilities, of tolerating and defending terrorist groups and of making highly political public statements, especially with regard to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict – far from the ideal of neutral provision of aid.
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