Israel Outraged as South Africa Decides to Label Yesha Products
Israel slams South Africa after it announces that products made in Judea and Samaria will not be labeled as products of Israel.
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Church Regrets Asking Arabs to Recognize Israel as Jewish State
The United Church of Canada (UCC) has voted to boycott products exported by Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria.
Canadian Church Votes to Affirm Boycott of 'Settlements'
United Church of Canada affirms a motion supporting a boycott of goods produced in Judea, Samaria and east Jerusalem.
South African Minister 'Discourages' Israel Visits
South Africa's deputy international relations minister, Ebrahim Ebrahim, is "discouraging" citizens from visiting Israel.
Egypt in Uproar Over Five Minute Interview With Israeli
A quick interview with an Israeli reporter on a problem affecting both countries has led to calls for a ministerial shakeup in Egypt
Boycott of Samaria Products Will Harm PA Arabs, Says Ha'ivri
David Ha’ivri of the Shomron Liaison Office has just one question for the United Church of Canada: “Do you realize what you’re doing?”
Telecom Giant Admits Iran Dealings
In letter to legal NGO, Inmarsat confirms it gives satellite service to Iranian tankers despite sanctions against the country.
PA Officials Destroy 'Settlement' Products
PA inspectors have confiscated and destroyed 148.2 kg of products that were made in Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.
Charges Dismissed Against Anti-Israel Chocolate Loathers
Charges were dismissed against anti-Israel protesters who demonstrated at Max Brenner chocolate store, claiming it aides Israeli army.
Why Did a Vice Chairman of the German-Israel Association Resign?
Kevin Zdiara tells Arutz 7 what is really going on lately at the German-Israel Friendship Association (DIG). It's not too friendly there.
Is There a 'Presbyterian War on Israel'?
Presbyterian Church (USA) voted with a 71% majority to boycott “all Israeli products coming from the occupied Palestinian Territories.”
Shomron Breaks the Boycott, Forms Wine Alliance with Italy
Shomron Regional Council breaks the boycott by creating an alliance between Shomron winemakers and Italian winemakers.
EU Jewry Blasts Church of England's Anti-Israel Vote
British Jewry condemns Church of England’s Synod for promoting "an inflammatory and partisan" anti-Israel program.
In Narrow Vote, Presbyterian Church Rejects Israel Divestment
The Presbyterian Church USA narrowly rejected a proposal to divest from companies that supply equipment to Israel.
Canadian Senators Warn Against Israel Boycott
Nine senators in Canada have warned the United Church that a boycott of goods from Judea and Samaria could harm Israel and interfaith ties.
Presbyterian Church Panel Approves Israel Divestment Resolution
A Presbyterian Church panel wants to divest from companies whose products are used to enforce “occupation of West Bank.”
Hundreds March in South Africa Against Yesha Labeling
Several hundreds protest in Pretoria against plans to label Judea and Samaria as “Made in the Palestinian Territories.”
Weizmann Institute Head Warns of Boycott Against Ariel
Head of Weizmann Institute said he will boycott the Ariel University Center of Samaria if it is granted full university status.
Calls to 'Boycott Israel' Resound at Lebanese Graduation Event
Dozens of protesters disrupted a Lebanese university graduation shouting "boycott Israel."
Former Israel Envoy to South Africa Backs Boycott
A former Israel ambassador to South Africa turns his back on current government policy to back boycotting goods made in Judea and Samaria.
Pro-Israel South Africans to March in Support of Israel
The African Christian Democratic Party in South Africa will hold two demonstrations in support of Israel this week.
Norway Boycotts Israeli Construction Firm
Norway's Ministry of Finance excludes Shikun & Binui Ltd. from the Government Pension Fund's global investments.
Color Purple Author Refuses to Publish in 'Apartheid' Israel
Award-winning author Alice Walker has refused to allow a Hebrew translation of her novel, alleging “Israel is guilty of apartheid."
Anti-Israel Activists Target Queen's 60th Anniversary Diamond
BDSers have demanded that Queen Elizabeth decline 60th anniversary diamond because of its affiliation with supporters of Israeli soldiers.
University Recognition of BDS Creating Fear
A Brussels university accepts the anti-Israel boycott movement as an official student group, raising fears for young Belgian Jews.
Former Knesset Speaker Supports Yesha Labelling
Former Knesset Speaker Burg supports recent decisions by several countries to label products that from Judea and Samaria.
Jews Lash Out Against Recognition of BDS as Student Forum
Jewish leaders denounced the Free University of Brussels for recognizing BDS as a legitimate student forum.
Pro-Israel Groups Boycott NY Parade over BDSers
The Israel Day Parade in New York was attended by supporters of the BDS movement. The 'Concert in the Park' provided the alternative.
'Concert in the Park' to Push BDSers Out of Parade
Some 35,000 marchers from 200 organizations are set to march in this Sunday's Israel Day Parade.
Labeling Products Will Encourage Sales, Says Winemaker
Head of the Psagot Winery in Binyamin believes that marking products made in Judea and Samaria will increase the sales of such products.
Swiss Chain to Label Products from 'Settlements'
Switzerland’s largest supermarket chain announces it will label products from Judea, Samaria and east Jerusalem.
'Britain Has Muslim Supporters of Israel'
Head of the British Israel Coalition speaks about the group's response to protesters who tried to stop a performance by Israeli actors.
Protest Fails to Stop Habima Play at Globe
Around 15 protesters were removed during the performance after unfurling banners and PLO flags.
New Boycott: U. of Texas Cancels Book Including Israelis
A PA woman author found a way to force the Univ. of Texas not to publish a book on women in the Middle East - because it includes Israelis.
Activist: London anti-Lieberman Protest Boomerangs on the Left
A group of leftist 'useful idiots' has been feeding anti-Israel frenzy in London, says a pro-Israel activist. But now they've gone too far
Anti-Israel Activists 'Turned Out' of Hendon UK
Local residents swelled the ranks of Israel activists in Hendon during a counter-rally supporting FM Avigdor Lieberman and Israel
SA Minister Rejects Labeling is Racially Motivated
SA has rejected that there were racial motivations for move to prohibit Israeli goods from being sold under label “Made in Israel.”
At Last Minute, South African University Snubs Israeli Diplomat
University of Kwa-Zulu Natal bows to boycott, cancels planned speech by Israeli deputy ambassador.
'Avalanche of Negativity,' 'Venom' Surrounding Israel Boycotts
Irish FM criticized “unacceptable efforts to harass artists with a view to intimidating them" regarding engagement with Israel.
South African Ambassador 'Hiding' from Foreign Ministry
Foreign Ministry seeks to summon ambassador for censure over decision to label Yesha products but says he disconnected his phone.
MK Tibi Thanks South Africa for Labeling 'Settlements'
MK Ahmed Tibi thanks South Africa over decision to label products produced in Judea and Samaria as 'Palestinian'.
Boycott Boomerang: Arab Jobless Rate to Rise
South Africa’s plan to label products from Judea and Samaria as “Palestinian” will backfire on Arab workers, a Jewish factory owner says.
Reference to Israel's National Bird Sparks Outrage
Anti-Israel activists criticized a British publication for even mentioning that Israel has a national bird.
Israel to Summon South African Ambassador
Israel to summon the South African ambassador over boycott of products produced by Israeli companies in Judea and Samaria.
South Africa to Mark Judea, Samaria Products ‘Palestinian’
Products from Judea and Samaria sold in South Africa must be labeled as originating in the “occupied Palestinian territories.”
‘Shop-a-Fada' Website Counters Boycott Movement
An online website selling Jewish goods has launched a “Shop-a-Fada" site, a play on the word “intifada,” to counter the boycott movement.
British Jews Angrily React to Boycott of Israeli Professor
Manchester’s Jewish community reacts in anger to a decision to cancel an address by an Israeli professor in the city.
Libels Against Israel Defenders Rampant at UC San Diego
Students for Justice in Palestine at Univ. of California San Diego launch false accusations against pro-Israel students.
Irish Band Caves to PA Arab Cultural Terrorism
The Irish band “Dervish” has caved in to Palestinian Authority Arab cultural terrorism, canceling its tour in Israel after threats online.
Anti-Israel Activists Plan for Another 'Flytilla'
“Welcome to Palestine” have announced that they are planning on organizing an additional campaign, scheduled to take place in late August.
Video: Chocolate BDS Protesters Stand Trial
Anti-Israel protestors bound their hands with Israeli flags in front of courthouse, demonstrating against trial of BDS activists.
United Methodist Church Votes Not to Divest
The United Methodist Church – America's largest Protestant sect -- has voted down two proposals to boycott Israel through divestment.
U.K. Ousts Israeli Expert from Conflict Resolution Workshop
A workshop on conflict resolution was cancelled due to protests of trade union members, who objected to an Israeli expert leading the class.
British Supermarket Chain Extending Boycott of Settlements
The Co-Operative Group will extend its boycott of products from Judea and Samaria and will shun suppliers that source from there.
New York Times Ad Slams BDS
An ad placed in the New York Times on Wednesday accused BDS supporters of contributing to anti-Semitism worldwide.
The Fine Line Between Culture and Politics at Olympic Festival
Israeli and ‘Palestinian’ poets will be participating in an upcoming international Cultural Olympiad poetry festival.
‘Flytilla’ Activists Planning to Defy Israeli Ban
French activists say they will seek to violate Israel's sovereign right to control its borders despite Israeli promises to bar entry
Boycott Lobby Warns S. Africa on ‘Made in Israel’ Label
A South African boycott lobby has accused the government of violating the law by allowing “Made in Israel” on Ahava cosmetics.
Second 'Air Flotilla' to be Stopped
Security officials say foreign anti-Israel activists seeking to attend protests in Yesha this weekend will be denied entry and deported
Norwegian Retail Chain Boycotts Ahava Cosmetics
A Norwegian pharmaceutical chain announced that it is halting the sale of "products originating from settlements in occupied territories."
