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VTJP Palestine/Israel Newslinks 30 June, 2011: Fake video accusing ‘Freedom Flotilla’ of bias published from Israeli PM’s Office
30 June, 2011 — VTJP News International Middle East Media Center Flotilla activists say Irish boat sabotaged in same way Norwegian boat was damaged IMEMC – Thursday June 30, 2011 – 11:39, According to activists on the Freedom Flotilla of aid ships to Gaza, a second boat has been severely damaged by unknown saboteurs who… Continue reading
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Sabotage of M.V. Saoirse in Turkey ‘an act of international terrorism’
The Irish-owned ship, the MV Saoirse, that was meant to take part in Freedom Flotilla 2 has been sabotaged in a dangerous manner in the Turkish coastal town of Göcek, where it had been at berth for the past few weeks. Visual evidence of the undership sabotage, which was carried out by divers, will be… Continue reading
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Britain accused of collaborating with Israel over Salah arrest
Arab Israelis and Palestinians say arrest of Sheikh Raed Salah in London is ‘strange’ and ‘illegitimate’, and call for his release Continue reading
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VTJP Palestine/Israel Newslinks 29 June, 2011: Israel passes draft law requiring Palestinians to pay for their own home demolitions
29 June, 2011 — VTJP News International Middle East Media Center Israel Remove Structures In Illegal Settlement IMEMC – Wednesday June 29, 2011 – 14:38, Five structures and two tents were raised in the illegal settlement outpost of Ramat Migro in the Northern West Bank on Wednesday morning. Two teenage girls were arrested for allegedly… Continue reading
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Arresting Sheikh Raed Salah: An Israeli trap for Britain By Haneen Zoabi
In arresting Sheikh Raed Salah, the UK authorities support the persecution of Arab citizens of Israel Continue reading
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Media Invited to Inspect U.S. Boat to Gaza Before it Sails
Passengers on the U.S. Boat to Gaza, The Audacity of Hope, invite Greek and international media to inspect The Audacity of Hope at 3 pm Athens time on Thursday, June 30, in the town of Perama (next to Piraeus), 42 Democratis. Continue reading
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Update from the Electronic Intifada 29 June 2011: Flotilla | Veolia court verdict | Study: pro-Israel bias in UK coverage | And more …
29 June 2011 — Electronic Intifada RECENT BLOG POSTS ON THE ELECTRONIC INTIFADA: Gaza-bound ship “Juliano” found sabotaged in Greek port http://electronicintifada.net/blog/ali-abunimah/gaza-bound-ship-juliano-found-sabotaged-greek-port Continue reading
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VTJP Palestine/Israel Newslinks 28 June, 2011: Wikimania 2011 Sponsored by Israeli-Government Company that “Develops East Jerusalem”
28 June, 2011 — VTJP News International Middle East Media Center One of ‘Freedom Flotilla’ ships found sabotaged in Greek port IMEMC – Tuesday June 28, 2011 – 23:01, A ship known as the ‘Juliano’ (after assassinated activist Juliano Mer-Khamis) was found sabotaged on Monday evening, as it was being prepared for departure on the… Continue reading
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VTJP Palestine/Israel Newslinks 26 June, 2011: What’s Really Going On at the Israeli Institute for Biological Research? Exposing Israel’s Most Dangerous Secret
26 June, 2011 — VTJP News International Middle East Media Center Protesters dismantle section of wall in Bil’in village; 7 injured by Israeli troops IMEMC – Saturday June 25, 2011 – 02:42, Protesters in Bil’in village continued dismantling a section of the Israeli Wall that the Israeli army began removing earlier this week, in accordance… Continue reading
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VTJP Palestine/Israel Newslinks 25 June, 2011: Greece: Israeli assault on the Flotilla is well underway
25 June, 2011 — VTJP News International Middle East Media Center PRC: “Netanyahu Behind Delay In Shalit Deal” IMEMC – Saturday June 25, 2011 – 20:41, The Popular Resistance Committees (PRC) one of three groups holding Israeli soldier, Gilad Shalit, captive since mid-2006, stated that the corporal could have been freed if Israeli Prime Minister,… Continue reading
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GREEK OFFICIALS ATTEMPT TO BLOCK U.S. BOAT TO GAZA FROM LEAVING GREEK PORT
Passengers on the U.S. Boat to Gaza, The Audacity of Hope, are asking Greek government officials to clarify whether the boat they are leasing is being blocked from leaving Greece because of an anonymous request of a private citizen concerning the seaworthiness of the ship or whether a political decision has been made by the Greek… Continue reading
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State Department Officials Have an Obligation to Speak Out Against Israeli Threats to Attack U.S. Boat to Gaza
U.S. peace activists preparing to set sail on the U.S. Boat to Gaza, The Audacity of Hope, expressed profound disappointment over a statement issued by the U.S. State Department on Wednesday, June 22, 2011. Instead of calling on the Israeli government to let a flotilla of unarmed civilians sail to Gaza, the United States government… Continue reading
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BDS update: Fighting apartheid on land and sea By Eric Walberg
As the second Freedom Flotilla packs its humanitarian aid and prepares to brave the wrath of the Israeli navy, boycott divestment and sanctions (BDS) activities continue on the homefront, notes Eric Walberg Continue reading
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Video: Selling Israeli Militarism Like Toothpaste
From children’s shows to national war drills, a discussion on militarism in Israeli society and gender equality in the army Continue reading
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Israel Proves that Flotillas Work By Huwaida Arraf
Israel’s announcement of authorization for construction materials for 1,200 homes and 18 schools in Gaza is the latest achievement by the Freedom Flotilla, scheduled to sail next week. Continue reading
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Israel High Court of Justice vacates verdict in Cast Lead Case
On Wednesday, 15 June 2011, the Israeli High Court of Justice vacated (cancelled) a previous judgment dismissing a case brought by the Palestinian Centre for Human Rights, and litigated by Advocates Michael Sfard and Carmel Pomerantz, on behalf of 1,046 victims of Operation ‘Cast Lead’. Continue reading
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VTJP Palestine/Israel Newslinks 22 June, 2011: Savvy flotilla prep in full swing at Athens port
22 June, 2011 — VTJP News International Middle East Media Center Ross: “Israel Must Remain Jewish State” IMEMC – Thursday June 23, 2011 – 04:54, Dennis Ross, senior aide to American President, Barack Obama, stated during a speech in Jerusalem, Wednesday, that all steps must be taken to ensure that Israel “remains a democratic and… Continue reading
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VTJP Palestine/Israel Newslinks 21 June, 2011: American flotilla passengers set to challenge U.S. support for Gaza blockade
21 June, 2011 — VTJP News International Middle East Media Center Netanyahu: “We Need To Disengage From The Palestinians, Need To Keep Jewish Majority” IMEMC – Wednesday June 22, 2011 – 03:26, As the Israeli cabinet was holding its Sunday meeting, Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, stated that he supports the notion of a total… Continue reading
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VTJP Palestine/Israel Newslinks 20 June, 2011: Gaza in crisis as smugglers divert trade to Libya
20 June, 2011 — VTJP News International Middle East Media Center Israeli Migdal Oz Plan Outlines Response To Palestinian Reactions To Declarations of Statehood IMEMC – Monday June 20, 2011 – 17:02, Israel is drawing up plans for a series of eventualities come September and a Palestinian declaration of statehood. The Migdal Oz plan, seen… Continue reading
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Libyan war updates/Stop NATO news: June 20, 2011
20 June 2011 — Stop NATO 13 Libyan Civilians Killed In Latest NATO Assault; 856 Civilians Killed In All Libya Condemns NATO Raid On Residential Neighborhood Libya: 11,781 NATO Sorties, 4,469 Strike Missions Libya: NATO “Celebrates” Three Months Of Bombing With Fresh Carnage U.S. Guided Missile Destroyer Ends Italian Visit Guided Missile Destroyer Assigned To… Continue reading
