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After July 22 Prices Increase to Regular Rate: Member Price: $2,000 pp Double Room; $3,000 pp Single Room | | It's A Law! Israel is the National Home of the Jewish People
For those who doubted Israel as a nation, Hebrew as its official language and the Blue Star of David as its official flag ----DOUBT NO MORE!
The Knesset overnight Wednesday-Thursday passed into law the nation-state bill that for the first time enshrines Israel as "the national home of the Jewish people" in its quasi-constitutional Basic Laws.
Full text of the Nation State Law HERE. | | There ARE Limits: A Win-Win for Judea and Samaria
The Knesset approved a law earlier this week that would limit Palestinian access to the High Court of Justice and expand jurisdiction of the Administrative Court beyond sovereign Israel. This marks a 51-year change in the way Judea and Samaria land cases will be handled, by moving them first to an administrative court which previously did not have judicial purview with regard to Judea and Samaria.
The bill is a win-win for Judea and Samaria as it will "normalize the lives of the residents," said JM Ayelet Shaked, who championed the legislation.
| | He Said What?
"The south of Syria should be brought to the full compliance with the treaty of 1974, about the separation of forces of Israel and Syria. This will bring peace to the Golan Heights, and bring a more peaceful relationship between Syria and Israel, and also provide security for the State of Israel."
That was said by President Validmir Putin within the first five minutes of his statement at the Helsinki Summit. As noted in our Monday newsletter, President Trump 'paid particular attention' to Israel's security. This made PM Netanyahu smile. We like hearing it too.
| | Silence is Not Golden
And it's keeping the truth from being disseminated.
Yishai Fleisher's Opinion in the Forward is a (tongue-in-cheek) defense of the recent Birthrights walkouts. Thanks to the deafening silence of the Diaspora about anything and everything related to what they call the 'West Bank', including the REAL, FACT BASED Jewish story of Judea and Samaria, left-wing NGO IfNotNow succeeds in instilling hatred of Israel.
We know the world has been kept in the dark about the realities of Judea and Samaria. Are the Birthright walkouts a signal that it is time for Birthright and other organizations that sponsor trips to Israel, to incorporate visits to Judea and Samaria in their itineraries? AFSI strongly believes in that, and has been taking mission members to the disputed communities for the past 25 years. We would welcome all organizations to come on board with us. Our itineraries are on the AFSI website for all to see and share, if they wish. Join us on the upcoming mission, October 30-Nov. 5 for a taste of what AFSI offers on a semi-annual basis. There is no way anyone can speak about Israel as an "occupier" after being on an AFSI Chizuk mission to Israel. | | Releasing the UNRWA Report: An Obama Holdover
A recent report in The Washington Free Beacon states that the Trump administration is continuing the Obama policy of refusing to release a secret State Department report about Palestinian refugees.
With the Trump administration we've seen many gestures benefiting Israel. Is releasing the UNRWA report not a priority in the grand scheme of the President's agenda? Critical issues facing Israel continue and we believe the release of the UNRWA report can EXPOSE THE REALITIES Israel faces everyday.
Read Stephen Flatow's OpEd HERE. | |
Take Bold Steps. Saudi journalist calls on Arab countries to include certain concessions in order to advance peace with Israel.
No Injuries. Firebomb landed in a kindergarten in the Sdot Negev Regional Council. The traumas suffered by the residents of Sderot and the communities bordering Gaza may never be overcome. The Israeli government MUST WIN the battle against the terrorists.
Trees Burned. Arabs set fire to dozens of trees belonging to a Yitzhar farmer. AFSI visits Yitzhar on a regular basis. During our last trip in April, we were told that there was concern about the Arabs burning the wheat fields owned by Ayelet and Akiva HaCohen. AFSI members chipped in to pay for special equipment to build a firewall in the fields so that the fire would be contained. We are appalled to hear that fires are being set by Arabs from a nearby village and that the government is NOT removing the arsonists. That is a total disgrace.
| | Child Abuse Prevents Peace | | AFSI CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Saturday Motzaei Shabbat - July 21, 2018 @ 9:30 pm - Jerusalem, Israel Tisha B'Av Eve Walk. Walk around the Old City Walls for the implementation of Israeli Sovereignty over Jerusalem our eternal capital and over Eretz Yisrael. 9:30 pm Reading of Eicha | 10:00 pm Caroline Glick | 10:15 pm Walk begins. Speakers at Lion's Gate include MK Ze'ev Elkin (Minister of Jerusalem Affairs), Matan Peleg (Chairman of Im Tirtzu), Aryeh Klein (Historian), and many more. Click HERE for route of the walk and full program. Independence Park, Argon Street in Jerusalem, Israel | | Sunday - July 22, 2018 @ 2:00 PM, NYC The Isaiah Peace Wall - First Ave. & 43rd St Tisha B'Av Outdoor Prayer Service for Jews in Danger Worldwide
Please bring your siddur, tallis and tefillin. Make your Tisha B'Av meaningful. Tell the world we care! Sponsored by AMCHA-The Coalition for Jewish Concerns. AFSI is proud to be a cooperating agency of this Tisha B'Av service.
| | Wednesday - August 8, 2018 @ 7:30 PM AFSI Sponsors Annual Memorial and Tribute to the Great Zionist Leader Ze'ev Jabotinsky
Guest Speakers
Aaron Klein, an Israeli investigative reporter, Klein hosts a weekend radio talk show, The Answer, broadcast from Tel Aviv, on AM 970 Sunday nights 7-9 pm EDT. He is Breitbart Jerusalem bureau chief/senior investigative reporter, bestselling author, and a weekly columnist for The Jewish Press.
Ron Edelstein, A former Betari and strong supporter of Israel, Edelstein will give us the background on Jabotinsky and his remarkable career. Edelstein is the founder and owner of Ron Properties LLC, which owns, manages and develops properties in New York City and the Tri-State area.
Betarniks should be prepared to sing Shir Beta, the Betar Song.
Admission free. Reception follows program. Park East Synagogue @ 163 East 67th Street, NYC | | Sunday - October 28, 2018 The 2018 Conference on Jews and Conservatism This year's program: Jewish Ideas and the American Public Square, Keynote Speakers, Israel and World Politics. Guest speakers: Minister of Justice Ayelet Shaked, Natan Sharansky, Ruth Wisse, Caroline Glick, Elliot Abrams and many more. Cost is $200 per ticket. To register online plus full program info CLICK HERE. Grand Hyatt @ 42nd Street, NYC
*** Get $100 off if you register by July 22! *** Tuesday, October 30 to Monday, November 5, 2018 AFSI CHIZUK MISSION TO ISRAEL (7-DAY TRIP) After July 22, prices increase to regular rates: Member Price: $2,000 pp Double Room; $3,000 pp Single Room. A minimum number of participants must be registered in order to conduct the mission. Please sign up now if you plan to be with us. Participants make their own flight arrangements - BOOK NOW! To reserve your spot or for questions please contact Judy Kadish or call (212) 828-2424. | | STAY CURRENT. STAY CONNECTED.
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