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Matthew Bell
Dealing With Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions
The question for Washington, “what to do about Iran’s nuclear program?” is not a new one. But in recent weeks, another question has made things more complicated for the US. And that is, “what are the Israelis planning to do?”
Shocking Speech From Muslim Leader In Jerusalem
Israelis are used to hearing hateful speech from some of their neighbors. Today, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei referred to the Jewish State as a “cancerous tumor.” But a recent speech from a local Muslim leader has drawn criticism from the highest levels of the Israeli government.
Israeli Settlement Ordered Demolished
Israel’s settlements in the West Bank have long been a point of contention with the Palestinians. Now, a legal ruling to demolish one of those settlements could prove to be a test case for many more.
No Israeli Citizenship for Palestinian Spouses
Israel’s Supreme Court ruled earlier this month that Palestinians married to Israelis will be blocked from getting Israeli citizenship.
Wall Posters in Ultra-Orthodox Neighborhood
Here is a photo I took of several wall posters in an Ultra-Orthodox neighborhood accusing the Israeli government of trying to wipe out Judaism.
Israel’s Ultra-Orthodox Jews Debate Mainstream Involvement
There is a debate going on within the Ultra-Orthodox community over how much they should integrate into the Israeli mainstream.
New Cyber Attacks on Israeli Websites
The websites of Israel’s national airline, El Al, and the Tel Aviv stock exchange have been disrupted just hours after they were reportedly threatened by a Saudi computer hacker.
Settler Cartoonist Shay Charka Skewers All Sectors of Israeli Society
The World’s Middle East correspondent, Matthew Bell, profiles Israeli cartoonist Shay Charka who lives in the West Bank. He hopes for peace with his Palestinian neighbors but doesn’t believe that a two-state solution is possible. Charka’s cartoons skewer all sectors of Israeli social and political society.
Increasing Number of Religious Soldiers Joining Israel Army
Would large numbers of Israeli soldiers refuse orders to evict Jewish settlers from the West Bank?
Big Issues Face Israelis and Palestinians in 2012
The World’s Matthew Bell looks at the big issues facing Israelis and Palestinians in 2012.
Tensions Between Ultra-Orthodox and the Rest of Beit Shemesh Run High
Thousands of Israelis have rallied in the town of Beit Shemesh against ultra-Orthodox Jewish extremism.
Israel’s Red Carpet for Christian Pilgrims
Christian pilgrims are visiting Israel in record numbers. Some call it “faith tourism,” and Israel is encouraging more of it. Not just to boost the economy, but religious pilgrims are also seen by Israelis – and Palestinians – as an opportunity for public diplomacy.
West Bank Mosque Vandalized
A mosque outside the Palestinian city of Ramallah was vandalized last night. It was the latest in a series of attacks by suspected Jewish extremists. The Israeli government has announced new legal measures to crack down on those responsible.
Obama Administration: Israel Should Do More to Mend Fences With its Neighbors
The Obama administration is offering some advice to its most important ally in the region: Israel should do more to mend fences with its neighbors. That message was sent recently by Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta. But as The World’s Matthew Bell reports from Jerusalem, Israelis aren’t buying it.
Lawsuit Brought Against Egyptian Military for Alleged ‘Virginity Tests’
An Egyptian woman is suing the Egyptian military for conducting so-called “Virginity Tests.” The military allegedly arrested female protesters and sorted them into two groups — one for virgins, one made up of non-virgins. The World’s Matthew Bell reports.
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