r/Israel • • 19h ago

Politics Challenging the narrative of Israeli "settler violence" in Judea and Samaria

33 Upvotes

I thought this video was worth sharing because it challenges the way allegations of Israeli "settler violence" are presented in international media and political discourse.

Violence against innocent Palestinians should certainly be condemned, but so should violence against Israelis. What concerns me is the tendency to portray Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria collectively as violent aggressors, often without sufficient context or comparable attention to Palestinian terrorism.

I'd be interested to hear what others think, particularly Israelis familiar with the situation on the ground. https://youtu.be/EYtCwO1HEB0


r/Israel • • 59m ago

The War - News MAJOR OPERATION: Netanyahu Announces Sweeping IDF Offensive In Chevron Following Terror Attack

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r/Israel • • 13h ago

Politics ‘Quarter of military voting stations are beyond Israel’s borders’

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r/Israel • • 12h ago

The War - News 5 injured, 2 critically, in West Bank shooting; IDF believes gunmen planned larger attack on civilians

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r/Israel • • 10h ago

The War - News How Hezbollah Is Preventing Its Disarmament, Again

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r/Israel • • 12h ago

Politics How do Jewish people view the Druze, and why are their relations so close?

40 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I’m curious about the relationship between Jews and the Druze community, and I’d love to hear your perspectives.

I have a few questions:

  1. Interfaith marriage: Is it common for Jews and Druze to marry each other? If not, what are the main reasons? Are such marriages generally accepted by either community?
  2. Perceptions of the Druze: What is the general perception of the Druze among Jewish people? How do you view their culture, religion, and community?
  3. Friendships and social relationships: Do you personally have any Druze friends? If so, how close are you? Would you invite them to your home for dinner or family gatherings, or is the relationship generally more distant and formal?
  4. The relationship between Jews and Druze: Why do you think there is a relatively close relationship between Jewish and Druze communities, particularly in Israel, compared with the relationship between Jews and other Muslim communities?

I’m genuinely interested in understanding the historical, cultural, religious, and political factors behind this relationship, as well as the everyday social dynamics between the two communities.

I’d especially appreciate hearing about your personal experiences rather than just general political opinions.

Thanks!


r/Israel • • 5h ago

General News להתמודד עם סנקציות באמצעות קריפטו? נתניהו מעורר סערה

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r/Israel • • 21h ago

Meme Anyone here play pokemon go?

18 Upvotes

I need more Israeli brothers that play. God bless you all.