“When a terrorist kills a Jew, he knows that in Israeli jail his rights are very broad and conditions are better than for regular criminals”
Nearly 9 in 10 Jerusalem residents are pleased with their lives despite challenges in finances and housing. But while Jerusalem is booming chareidim are still playing catch up
Emboldened by new legislation Israel activists are increasingly pushing back against European government funding of NGOs that seek to undermine Israel’s policies and legitimacy.
The latest controversy occurred earlier this month when the EU-backed HaMoked: Center for the Defence of the Individual rallied to the defense of the terrorist accused of gunning down Rabbi Michael (Miki) Mark last month near Otniel. In response the Zionist group Im Tirtzu held a protest at Israel’s Supreme Court during the terrorist’s hearing. HaMoked which describes itself as a human rights organization also works to prevent Israel from demolishing terrorists’ homes.
Im Tirtzu CEO Matan Peleg told Mishpacha that the group held the protest to focus attention on EU funding of HaMoked and other pro-Palestinian organizations.
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