Though the UN routinely sanctions Israel for all sorts of things, including military actions, guess who they turn to when they need security themselves? You guessed it....Israel! They just awarded $50 million in contracts to two Israeli security companies! Go figure! Check it out here.
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Syrian Borders with Israel and Jordan Open Again After 4 Years
For the first time in 4 years, the border crossings between Syria and Israel (Quneitra crossing), and Syria and Jordan (Nasir crossing), are open. Both are used primarily by UN peacekeeping forces. Until earlier this year, that region of Syria was controlled by the Assad regime as he pushed rebels all the way to the …
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Losing Nikki Haley at the UN
As you likely know, US Ambassador to the UN, Nikki Haley, resigned yesterday morning. Since then, numerous people have expressed concern about losing Israel's most staunch supporter (other than the Israeli ambassador) at the UN. How will this impact Israel and the way they are seen and treated by the UN? Well, I have no …
President Trump’s UN Speech
The United Nations has gathered at its headquarters in New York City for the annual General Assembly, calling together diplomats from all over the world. Many (including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Iranian President Rouhani) are scheduled to deliver speeches (or already have). Yesterday President Trump addressed the assembly. While touting the US as …
