Nasrallah to Jews: Return to countries from which you came! Netanyahu Responds

With Hezbollah active in Syria and tensions running high, Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah issued a warning to Israel this morning, indicating that Israel is pushing the region to war.  Reportedly speaking from the bunker in which he seeks refuge and safety, Nasrallah's threat has drawn response from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: "We are taking …

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Understanding the Middle East

Ok, I admit that I don't have what it takes to fully understand the Middle East!  So, I'm not suggesting that I've got all the answers...just a few thoughts I want to share! There are interesting goings on in the Middle East, though that is nothing new!  After all, Yasser Arafat was once accused of …

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David’s Sling Missile Defense System to be Operational in 2016

Israel's Missile Defense Organization has successfully test-fired and completed the last phase of trials for David's Sling, capable of intercepting rockets with a range of 200km. It is intended to accompany the already-operational Iron Dome missile defense system, proven reliable in intercepting missile with a range of 70km.  The Defense Organization is also working on …

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Identifying Radicals, Reformers and Revivalists

Well, I hope you’re buckled in because we’re finishing this week off with two very exciting lessons!  Our excursion today will take us deeper into the world of Muslim activists, and tomorrow’s excursion...well, I’m holding on to that surprise!  But be prepared...it may very well challenge your thinking! It is likely no surprise to you …

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