Monday, June 21, 2021

Fwd: HAPPENED TODAY: 14 Marches Protest Continued Theft of Area C



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Monday - June 21, 2021
HAPPENED TODAY:
14 Marches Protest
Continued Theft of Area C

In a massive push to highlight the dangers of a Palestinian seizure of state lands in Area C of Judea and Samaria, activists and community leaders are in the process of holding 14 simultaneous marches this afternoon.

Organizers called on supporters of the 'settlement' movement to "stop with their feet illegal Arab control," explaining that the "war for state lands" had moved onto a new level.

Council heads from Kedumim, Beit El, Karnei Shomron, Kiryat Arba and Hebron also support the initiative.

"It is our duty to do everything legally possible to stop the savage Arab invasion of Area C to stifle Jewish settlement and establish facts on the ground," the leaders said in a joint statement and called on their supporters to join the marches set for 4:30 p.m. "Together we will head out to explore the area, to occupy the space with our feet and demand that the authorities enforce the law in the area out of a deep belief that this land is ours."

The marches took place in all regions of Judea and Samaria, including places with illegal Palestinian construction that have long been slated for destruction, such as Khan al-Ahmar. They also marched to Evyatar, the new Yishuv being built on Jewish owned land that was authorized by the Shomron Regional Council which controls the land.

Evyatar: The Next Jewish Community Slated for Demolition

Central Command Chief General Tamir Yadai on Sunday rejected the criticism filed by Evyatar residents in Judea and Samaria regarding an order instructing them to evacuate. The criticism was submitted by the residents alongside a construction plan aimed at preventing evictions. This means that as of next week, security forces are expected to start evicting the residents and begin destroying 40 or so newly built homes.

Can Evyatar be saved? Will somebody above the General's pay grade, say, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, order his defense minister, Benny Gantz, to halt the destruction? (Gantz has been quoted as saying he needs no-one's permission to destroy the new Yishuv.) There's also the appeal to the High Court of Justice the residents are preparing. They argue that since the area is being evaluated as part of the process of turning it into state-owned land and as such available for Jewish development, the IDF should wait for the results of the evaluation. What's the hurry?

Newly sworn in Prime Minister Bennett certainly has challenging decisions ahead of him when it comes time to rule on the fate of Evyatar. The destruction of Evyatar should be canceled. Any other solution may only be short-term and not in Israel's best long-term interest. Any decision made should be in keeping with the goal of Sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Yesha Council Calls On Bennett
to End Housing Freeze

Yesha leaders are urging Prime Minister Naftali Bennett to end the de facto freeze on large-scale building projects in Judea and Samaria maintained over the last few years.

In a letter to Bennett, David Elhayani, the chairman of the Yesha Council, noted that five months have passed since any new housing permits were issued for Israeli towns in Judea and Samaria.

"Mr. Prime Minister, the Higher Planning Committee has not convened in the last five months to advance or permit housing plans in Judea, Samaria, and the Jordan Valley," Elhayani wrote. "We request that the residents of Judea, Samaria, and the Jordan Valley not suffer or be discriminated against in any matter regarding the advancement of plans. There are many housing plans which have been waiting a long time for approval. Therefore, the Higher Planning Committee should be convened as soon as possible to advance them."

Yes, the status quo maintained over the years permitting construction should resume immediately. Any delays to expand housing in Judea and Samaria - legally owned Israeli land - only hurts the residents who live there and there's no reason to hold them in limbo.

CURRENT WEBINARS

All listings reflect AFSI's mission to educate the public on the truth about Israel and to advocate for a Whole and Sovereign Israel.

AFSI Will Match Your Donation to Evyatar
Tuesday – June 22, 2021 | 2:30pm EDT
Hear More About the Zionistic Step of Evyatar
Evyatar is the first new community to be established after a 20 year 'settlement' freeze. Hear from Daniella Weiss who has been referred to as the strongest woman in the Shomron. She will share her vision and understanding regarding the future of Evyatar and construction in Yehuda and Shomron.

Tuesday - June 22, 2021 | 7:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Anti-Semitism 2.0: Central European Online Manifestations of Anti-Semitism
Anti-Semitism has been deeply rooted in the Central European societies for decades, and various forms and stereotypes of it have been influencing our societal perceptions towards Jews, and other minorities in our societies. This world view is closely related to rising tendencies of radicalization of societies and authoritarian politics in the Central European region. This program aims to contribute to the understanding of modern anti-Semitism in the theoretical and practical area in the Central European region.

Wednesday - June 23, 2021 | 12:00pm EDT
How Does UNRWA Operate?
Featuring Asaf Romirowsky, Executive Director of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East.
The Biden administration pledged $235 million dollars in aid to rebuild Gaza, most of which will be given directly to the United Nations Relief Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). In 2020, UNRWA listed its budget as being $806 million and it employed some 30,000 people. How does UNRWA operate? What is its underlying mission? How friendly is it with Hamas? Are our taxpayer dollars that will be delivered to UNRWA part of the problem or part of the solution to the ongoing crisis between Israel and the Palestinians?

Wednesday - June 23, 2021 | 1:00pm EDT
Security for Jews and Jewish Community: Tips from Experts
Get an overview of Security Operations in place to protect at home and in the community. Hear more about responses in place to hate activity. Learn about measures we can each take to improve our physical and online safety. Expert panel: Ryan Clow, Senior Director, Community Security, UJA Federation of Greater Toronto; Superintendent Ricky Veerappan, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Bureau, Community Services, York Regional Police; Carmi Levy, Journalist and Technology Analyst.

Wednesday - June 23, 2021 | 7:30pm EDT
Update from Israel: The Newly Elected Israeli Government
Ambassador Ido Aharoni will update us on the election of a new Israeli government, explain the coalitions and share his thoughts about what may be in store for the newly elected government. The program is free and everyone is welcome. For more information email Susan Feinstein or call 978-740-4431.

Thursday - June 24, 2021 | 7:00pm EDT
JCCNS Community Conversation with Jonathan Tobin
Jonathan Tobin is the Editor-In-Chief of Jewish News Syndicate, a contributing writer for National Review, and a columnist for the New York Post, Haaretz and other publications. JCCNS Executive Director Marty Schneer interviews Jonathan and will focus on the American Jewish landscape, anti-Semitism, politics and Israel.

Sunday - June 27, 2021 | 10:00am EDT
Re-Discovering The Land of Israel: The Golan Heights
One of Israel's most scenic areas. It boasts extinct volcanoes, Israel's largest mountain, sits along the border of Israel, and has a rich Jewish history. This episode will feature Major Ya'akov Selevan (AFSI has had the pleasure of touring with Ya'akov) who will discuss with us the political climate of the Golan Heights. With tour guide David Sussman.

Sunday - July 11, 2021 | 1:00pm – 5:00pm EDT (Washington, DC)
NO FEAR: March in Solidarity with the Jewish People
The purpose of this rally and march is to build solidarity among the Jewish people and their allies. It is also a call to stand up against the anti-Semitic hate and attacks we are experiencing and to protest the nation-wide rise in antisemitism. Assemble at Lafayette Park (Park Service property) at 1:00pm. At approximately 1:45pm, march from Lafayette Park east on H St NW, south on 15th St NW, west on Constitution, then south on 14th Street, and east on Madison Drive. Speakers will begin after march, when we arrive close to the Capitol. Live music will begin at approximately 3:00pm. SECURITY GUARDS AND DCPD WILL BE PRESENT. If you have questions please Contact Melissa Landa.
Lafayette Square, in Washington, D.C.
US Conditions UNWRA and PA Funding. About Time! With David Bedein
The US administration has asked Congress to resume funding UNRWA and the Palestinian Authority without any real conditions. Hear updates from David Bedein, who has been at the forefront of exposing the UNRWA problem.
Recorded June 10, 2021 | Video HERE

Why An American Orthodox Rabbi Made His Home in the Arab World
Rabbi Dr. Elie Abadie joined the Jewish Council of the Emirates with a vision to create critical Jewish infrastructure for the local community. Hear his first-hand experience and personal perspective on Jewish life in the UAE.
Recorded May 25, 2021 | Video HERE

The Big Lie of Khirbet Humsa: The Newest Version of Palestinian Authority/European Union TOXIC CONCOCTIONS
Naomi Kahn, Director of the International Division of the Israeli NGO, REGAVIM, gives us the real story of this Big Lie.
Recorded February 21, 2021 | Video HERE

Jews Are Indigenous to Israel
Activist Ryan Bellerose sees Israel as "a light unto nations" and a formula for success and offers a blueprint for securing land and rights for other indigenous tribes around the world.
Recorded February 10, 2021 | Video HERE

Habithonistim – Helps Keep Jews Safe Everywhere
Brigadier General (Ret.) Amir Avivi is the Founder and CEO of Habithonistim, comprised of more than 1,700 high ranking reserve and retired Officers, Commanders, and Operators of all Branches of the Israeli Security Establishment, focused on promoting the national security of the State of Israel. Presented by Canadian Anti-Semitism Education Foundation (CAEF). Co-Sponsored by Habithonistim – Israel's Defense & Security Forum, Americans For A Safe Israel, and Canadians For Israel's Legal Rights.
Recorded January 28, 2021 | Video HERE

Israeli Politics: The Emerging Landscape
In dialogue with Dr. Mordechai Kedar
Recorded December 30, 2020 | Video HERE

United Jerusalem Forever
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Recorded December 9, 2020 | Video HERE

Sovereignty - What Are We Waiting For?
A timely discussion about Sovereignty with Co-Chairs of the Women in Green, Yehudit Katsover and Nadia Matar.
Recorded November 17, 2020 | Video HERE

Winning the Debate Over the Palestinian Arab/Israeli Conflict
Mendy Neeman is an authorized speaker on geopolitics for Birthright and a staff member at the C.P.D.H. (Center for Public Diplomacy and Hasbara). His presentations deal with the Palestinian Arab/Israeli conflict and demonstrate a unique way to easily address the most complicated issues.
Recorded November 4, 2020 | Video HERE

Israel's Sovereignty Entitlements Under International Law in Respect to Jerusalem and the Disputed Territories
With Dr. Jacques Gauthier an international jurist, scholar and human rights advocate. Dr. Gauthier highlights the nexus between the historical facts and events which support the legitimacy of Israel's sovereignty claims to all of Jerusalem and the disputed territories.
Recorded September 30, 2020 | Video HERE

How Judicial Activism in Israel Endangers Sovereignty in Judea and Samaria
With Simcha Rothman and Preface by Daniel Seaman. Meshilut, The Movement for Governability and Democracy, was founded with the purpose of strengthening the rule of Israel's elected officials by restoring the balance between the judicial and legislative branches of government.
Recorded September 9, 2020 | Video HERE

The Politics of Sovereignty
With Likud member and Minister of Knesset Ariel Kallner. MK Kallner's top priority is the issue of Sovereignty throughout the entire land of Israel.
Recorded August 11, 2020 | Video HERE

Zeev Jabotinsky Memorial and Tribute. Jabotinsky's Legacy More Relevant Now Than Ever
Yifa Segal, Director of The International Legal Forum, moderated this tribute to the great Zionist leader Zeev Jabotinsky. With guests Yosef Ahimeir, Chairman of the Jabotinsky Institute in Israel and Ofir Dayan, Student Activist for Israel.
Recorded August 3, 2020 | Video HERE

Can Israel Win the Propaganda War?
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Dr. Ron Schleifer is Professor and Senior Lecturer at the School of Communications at Ariel University. Ezri Tubi is the Founder of the YouTube Channel "Boomerang: Fighting for Israel." AFSI is fortunate to have had Dr. Schleifer share his wisdom with us on some of our Chizuk Mission trips to Israel. Similarly, our trip participants have also spent time in Ariel with Ezri, the one-man Hasbara machine.
Recorded July 20, 2020 | Video HERE

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Recorded July 13, 2020 | Video HERE

Jerusalem Must Remain the United Capital of the Jewish People
Arieh King, the Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem and Founder of the Israel Land Fund, in a lively conversation. At the vanguard of the movement for Sovereignty in Judea and Samaria and a United Jewish Jerusalem, Arieh has a unique and exciting perspective on the latest from Israel.
Recorded June 30, 2020 | Video HERE

Activism Updates From Israel 
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The PA's Exploitation of the Coronavirus Crisis 
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Recorded June 3, 2020 | Video HERE
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