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Today’s stories
- Tel Aviv holds first Pride parade since Oct. 7; cops impede some anti-government marchersTel Aviv held its first Pride parade in two years with over 100,000 attendees, amid security concerns and restrictions on anti-government protesters.
- Trump fumes at ‘dishonorable’ Iranians amid leaks on emerging deal’s purported termsUS President Trump criticized Iran for leaking conflicting details about an emerging diplomatic agreement, while Iranian state media reported that Tehran would not give up its right to enrich uranium under any deal, and US officials stated that the agreement would require Iran to dismantle its nuclear program and open the Strait of Hormuz.
- Steffen Seibert: Gaza won’t sever special Germany-Israel tiesGerman Ambassador Steffen Seibert emphasized that Germany's special relationship with Israel remains intact despite tensions over the Gaza war and a recent arms embargo, rejecting claims of 'Holocaust guilt' as a motivator and highlighting shared values and international law considerations.
- Israeli study on how damselflies get their vivid colors could help replace toxic dyesIsraeli researchers discovered how damselflies produce their vivid colors using photonic structures and pigments, which could help replace toxic synthetic dyes in various industries.
- ‘A time capsule’: Israeli cave sealed for millennia sheds light on obscure prehistoric clanA cave in northern Israel, sealed for millennia, has revealed prehistoric remains from 400,000-250,000 years ago, including tools and animal bones, offering insights into early human culture and behavior.
- Head of Palestinian soccer says US hasn’t granted him visa to attend World CupPalestinian soccer official Jibril Rajoub is denied a US visa to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting ongoing diplomatic tensions and visa restrictions affecting international delegates.
- UN alleges record levels of settler violence in the West Bank this yearThe UN reported record levels of settler violence in the West Bank this year, with over 1,000 attacks causing casualties and property damage. Palestinian farmers accused Israeli authorities of destroying irrigation systems through construction projects, while the military stated the work addressed security concerns.
- Richard Pryor wrestled with the N-word. His Jewish daughter explores how it shaped her lifeElizabeth Stordeur Pryor, daughter of comedian Richard Pryor, explores her mixed-race and Jewish identity in a memoir, discussing the impact of her mother's use of the N-word and the historical context of racist language.
- In 1st, Eisenkot’s party polls even with Bennett’s, in fight to be Netanyahu election rivalGadi Eisenkot's centrist Yashar party and Naftali Bennett's Together alliance are tied in polls, with both securing 21 seats, while Netanyahu's Likud leads with 24, according to multiple surveys.
- UK Jews decry policy paper in which Muslim police group calls Zionism form of hatredBritish Jewish groups are criticizing a policy paper published by a Muslim police association that labels Zionism as anti-Muslim hatred and compares the Israeli army to a terrorist group, leading to calls for its removal and concerns about police integrity.
- Gwyneth Paltrow draws backlash after starring in ad for luxury Israeli developmentGwyneth Paltrow faced backlash for starring in an ad for a luxury Israeli development in Herzliya, with critics accusing her of insensitivity during the Gaza conflict, while supporters noted her long-standing pro-Israel stance.
- Gaza mediators glum on chances for breakthrough before Israeli elections in the fallGaza ceasefire mediators remain pessimistic about achieving a breakthrough before Israeli elections, as Hamas resists disarmament and Israeli officials hesitate due to political considerations.
- Jacob Reses, Vance’s Jewish chief of staff, to leave US administrationJacob Reses, Jewish chief of staff to US Vice President JD Vance, is leaving the administration at the end of the summer. Reses has been a close advisor to Vance since his 2022 Senate campaign and has aligned with Vance's approach to right-wing antisemitism. Vance and other officials have praised his loyalty and impact during his tenure.
- Jewish schoolgirls get lost in NY creek tunnel; antisemitism ensues onlineJewish schoolgirls got lost in a storm drain in Nyack, New York, during a school trip, leading to antisemitic comments online. Local officials reported no injuries and noted the group lacked a permit for the field trip.
- Seinfeld laughs at streamer asking him to say ‘Free Palestine’ after Knicks win: ‘It doesn’t exist’Jerry Seinfeld refused to say 'Free Palestine' after a Knicks game, stating it 'doesn't exist' and laughing, in a viral exchange with a streamer. He has previously made dismissive and controversial comments about pro-Palestinian activists.