Israel's Military Intelligence Chief , Resigns After October 7 Attack.
On April 22, the head of Israel's military
intelligence said he would step down after
failing to prevent the October 7 Hamas attack.
Associated Press reports that the announcement makes
Major General Aharon Haliva the first senior figure to
resign in the wake of the deadliest attack in Israel's history.
Associated Press reports that the announcement makes
Major General Aharon Haliva the first senior figure to
resign in the wake of the deadliest attack in Israel's history.
The intelligence directorate
under my command did not live up
to the task we were entrusted with, Major General Aharon Haliva, via Associated Press.
I carry that black day with me ever
since, day after day, night after night.
I will carry the horrible pain of
the war with me forever, Major General Aharon Haliva, via Associated Press.
AP points out that resignations by
security and military officials have been
stalled by numerous Israeli conflicts.
In addition to the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel faces
conflict with both the Lebanese militant group
Hezbollah and Iran, engaging in multiple fronts.
In addition to the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel faces
conflict with both the Lebanese militant group
Hezbollah and Iran, engaging in multiple fronts.
Following the October 7 Hamas attack, Haliva and
other leaders publicly shouldered the blame for not
being able to prevent or react to the unexpected attack. .
Following the October 7 Hamas attack, Haliva and
other leaders publicly shouldered the blame for not
being able to prevent or react to the unexpected attack. .
Other leaders, including Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu, have refused to
acknowledge direct responsibility or
step down, despite growing protests.
Other leaders, including Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu, have refused to
acknowledge direct responsibility or
step down, despite growing protests.
Havila's resignation came as the Jewish faith prepares
to celebrate Passover, a major holiday that begins on
April 22 and marks the biblical exodus of Jews from Egypt. .
Havila's resignation came as the Jewish faith prepares
to celebrate Passover, a major holiday that begins on
April 22 and marks the biblical exodus of Jews from Egypt. .
The October 7 attack sparked the ongoing war in Gaza,
which has already killed over 34,000 Palestinians
and displaced an estimated 80% of the population. .
The October 7 attack sparked the ongoing war in Gaza,
which has already killed over 34,000 Palestinians
and displaced an estimated 80% of the population.
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6 Facts About
the Passover Holiday.
This year’s Passover celebration
falls on April 5th and ends on April 13th.
Whether you’re personally participating or not,
it’s important to understand this significant
Jewish holiday.
Here are six key facts to
help you out.
1. Why is Passover
celebrated?, To remember and celebrate the
biblical story of God freeing the
Jewish people from slavery
in Egypt.
2. When is Passover?, The Hebrew calendar doesn’t
match the Gregorian calendar,
so the date of Passover shifts
every year.
3. What is a Haggadah?, A Haggadah is a book used during
the seder to tell the story of Passover.
4. What is a seder?, The Hebrew word translates to “order”
and is a ritual that involves food, song,
storytelling and family.
5. What are traditional
Passover foods?, There are ceremonial foods
such as lamb shank, roasted egg,
celery and bitter greens.
6. What foods
cannot be eaten?, Foods made of fermented grains,
known as “chametz,” are not permitted
as well as foods not labeled "kosher."
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Gaza Ceasefire , Talks Extended Despite , Facing 'Difficulties'.
On March 5, a Hamas official said that ceasefire
negotiations will continue following two days
of talks without reaching a breakthrough.
On March 5, a Hamas official said that ceasefire
negotiations will continue following two days
of talks without reaching a breakthrough.
Reuters reports that the talks in Cairo have been
touted as the final step in reaching an extended
40-day ceasefire between Hamas and Israel.
The truce would see Israeli hostages
released in exchange for aid being
allowed to enter the besieged Gaza. .
The delegation will remain
in Cairo on Tuesday for more
talks, they are expected to wrap
up this round later today. , Hamas official, via Reuters.
According to Egypt's Qahera television,
the talks continue to face "difficulties.".
Senior Hamas official Bassem Naim said that
the militant group's latest offer for a ceasefire has
been presented and is now awaiting Israel's response.
However, Israeli officials have countered that their
own agreement was awaiting Hamas' approval. .
The United States, a sponsor of the talks and
one of Israel's closest allies, supported Israel's
assertion that the ball remains in Hamas' court. .
At the same time, the U.S. has called on Israel to alleviate the
humanitarian disaster in Gaza, where over 30,000 Palestinians
have been killed since the recent wave of fighting began.
Reuters reports that much of Gaza has been completely cut
off from aid, including food, and that the few remaining
hospitals have seen an influx of starvation, including children. .
Reuters reports that much of Gaza has been completely cut
off from aid, including food, and that the few remaining
hospitals have seen an influx of starvation, including children.
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