New law okays ban on entry for Israel boycotters

A new law banning individuals and organizations who boycott Israel from entering Israel's borders passes first Knesset reading.

American intellectuals against Judea and Samaria Jews

70 American intellectuals call for a targeted boycott of all goods and services from Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria.

Report: Spanish city loses Tel Aviv flight over Israel boycott

Spanish city trying to increase tourism loses direct flight connection with Israel over its symbolic support for boycotting Israel.

Destruction from within

Irony: Israeli academics lead academic boycott of Israel

Im Tirtzu report reveals that top Israeli professors are behind boycott to 'cut off the branch they sit on.'

Professors sue American Studies Association over Israel boycott

Four members of the American Studies Association sue the body over its boycott of Israel, announced in 2013.

Samaria businessmen check out the French boycott

Delegation travels to Paris to see how BDS threats are playing out, makes advances in business cooperation.

Watch: Your invitation to defeat the boycott

Judea and Samaria craftsmen give thanks to customers worldwide who through Lev Haolam bypass the boycott and buy from them.

Florida lawmakers overwhelmingly approve anti-BDS law

Legislation opposing boycotts of Israel passed in Florida by a 112-2 majority.

Chicago billboard: 'Boycott Israel, stop apartheid'

In response to massive online protest, Lamar Advertising agency refuses to apologize for discriminatory anti-Israel sign.

Slovenian supermarket backtracks on ban of Israeli products

Slovenia's biggest supermarket chain reverses decision to boycott Israeli products, two days after pulling them from its shelves.

Canadian university to vote on Israel boycott

Students at University of Waterloo to be asked whether the university should cut ties with Israeli universities.

Lapid asks EU's Mogherini to take action against BDS

Yesh Atid chairman meets EU foreign policy chief, tells her that Europe must speak out against boycotts of Israel.

Another BDS fail: American historians reject Israel boycott

American Historical Association rejects resolution claiming Israel restricts the movements of Palestinian Arab students.

Watch: European Parliamentarians slam boycott in Samaria

In EU delegation to Samaria, UK legislator speaks out for Jewish housing need, joins Czech MEP condemning 'foolish' boycott.

Harry Potter author opposes boycott, but also Israeli policy

Author JK Rowling, who signed a letter objecting to a cultural boycott of Israel, says she "deplores" some of Netanyahu's actions.

Watch: Jews Lead Israel Boycott on US Campuses

Shocked anchorman for Channel 2 TV interviews 'Jewish Voice for Peace' activists who favor boycott on all Israeli products.

Israel Teachers' Union Signs Israel-Boycott Document

World Teachers' Association doc claims 'settlements' harm 'Palestine.' Teachers: we had to sign to prevent boycott.

Grammy-Winning DJ Banned by Arabs for Israel Collaboration

Arab states ban 'The Politics of Dancing 3' album after German DJ Paul van Dyk included Israeli DJs - but he refuses to back down.

Watch: NY Assembly Passes Anti-BDS Resolution

'From 1948 to today attacks against Israel have happened weekly,' says Assemblyman Hikind, promising a bill in the near future.

To 'Hurt' Israeli Economy, PA May Boycott Al-Aqsa Mosque

Top Palestinian Authority officials are calling for PA Arabs to boycott the Al-Aqsa Mosque - to avoid helping the Israeli economy.

Arab Boycott Head Gloats: Israeli Hysteria Proves BDS is Working

Mustafa Barghouti of the Palestinian National Initiative lauds BDS at Oxford, says it will complete 'South African freedom.'

Is BDS a Danger Or Just Political Scaremongering?

An investigation into the effects of BDS.

Ex-Defense Minister: Boycott No More Than a Nuisance

Moshe Arens tells Arutz Sheva that despite the media frenzy, boycott movement having only a 'marginal effect' on economy.

From the Spies of the Desert to Today's BDS Movement

Parashat Shelach and the key to understanding the sin of the spies: the land of Israel is the manifestation of G-d's honor in this world.

Orange CEO Apologizes to Hotovely for Boycott 'Misunderstanding'

In a letter to Deputy Foreign Minister Tzipi Hotovely, Orange CEO Stephane Richard again proclaimed his 'affection' for Israel.

'We Will Boycott the Boycotters and Make them Illegal'

Philanthropist and real estate investor Adam Milstein speaks to Arutz Sheva about the recent anti-BDS summit held in Las Vegas.

Bennett: Boycott the Boycotters

Education Minister warns those trying to boycott Israel that "the boycott is a double edged sword".

Netanyahu Decries Meretz 'Settlement Labeling' Bill

Enemy within? PM 'surprised' that despite unified effort to defend against global boycotts, leftist party trying to push BDS bill in Israel.

Orange CEO Invited to Israel to Clarify Boycott Comments

Orange CEO Stephane Richard welcomes Israeli invitation after sparking outrage by saying he would "dump Israel" tomorrow.

Bill: BDS Supporters to be Denied Entry into Israel

MK Magal proposes bill disallowing boycott supporters from entering Israel; even Jews eligible under Law of Return will need special permit.

Orange CEO 'Radically Opposed' to Israel Boycott

After 'dumping' Israel following months of BDS pressure, Richard continues to attempt damage control.

Egg on His Face: Lawyers Boo Herzog Over Bibi Boycott Blame

An attempt by Yitzhak Herzog to slam Prime Minister Netanyahu in front of what he thought was a sympathetic audience backfired.

Orange CEO: I Wish We Could 'Dump' Israel

If he could, said Staphane Richard, CEO of French mobile company Orange, he would “tomorrow” end his company's association with israel.

Indiana Passes Bill Opposing BDS

Indiana follows Tennessee in passing a bill that formally opposes the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel.

Lapid: British Artists' Boycott Letter is 'Shallow'

Yesh Atid head responds to call by 700 British artists to boycott Israel, says they are unaware of the reality in the Middle East.

700 British Artists Vow to Boycott Israel

Artists protest 'cultural and physical war' on Palestinians - based on PA-funded reports from far-left group B'Tselem.

Expert: BDS May Become a Political Movement in America

Former head of American Association of University Professors warns BDS is gaining momentum in the States.

University of California Student Union Votes to Boycott Israel

The University of California graduate student worker union votes in favor of an academic boycott of Israel. Student group condemns the move.

Europe is Becoming an Israel-free Zone, Again

BDS fail

Financial Giant SWIFT Rejects Israel Sanctions Call

Belgium-based financial transfer services giant 'regrets' international pressure put on it to boycott Israel, refuses to do so.

Israeli Industry Leader Urges Europe not to Boycott

Manufacturers' Association of Israel head writes to European counterparts, warns proposed boycott will hurt local Arab workers too.

Canada: Ontario University Students Join Boycott Against Israel

The Ontario branch of the Canadian Federation of Students unanimously passes a motion to boycott Israel.

Britain's Student Union Votes to Boycott Israel

Britain’s National Union of Students adopts a policy of BDS against Israel.

UK Supermarket Chain to Stop Carrying Judea and Samaria Products

Tesco says it will no longer sell products originating from Judea and Samaria starting this September.

Britain's Largest Trade Union Joins Israel Boycott

UNITE trade union signs up to boycott of the Jewish state, if not entirely.

US Presbyterian Church Votes to Support Israel Boycott

Presbyterian Church votes to divest from three companies providing services to the IDF and Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria.

EU Ambassador Bashes BDS - but Defends 'Policy on Settlements'

Watch: EU Ambassador to Israel speaks on peace talks, boycotts - and supporting the Hamas-Fatah unity pact.

Palestinian Authority to Ask UN to Boycott Israel

PLO, Abbas, to ask the General Assembly and the UN Security Council to boycott companies which help 'settlements', 'Judaize' Jerusalem.

Another Canadian University Votes To Join BDS

Toronto's Ryerson University joins growing list of student unions voting to boycott Israel, in display of 'anti-Israel fanatacism.'

British Architects' Union Votes to Boycott Israel

Architects' union associated with North Korea boycotts Israeli union over 'settlements' and 'apartheid.'

Students in Canada's Capital Boycott Israeli Hummus

Students at University of Ottawa campaign to have Sabra hummus banned because of its alleged connection with “Israel apartheid.”

BDS Unfazed by Netanyahu's Criticism

BDS spokeswoman dismisses PM's criticism of the movement as a "desperate attack", says governments are "taking action" against Israel.

Livnat on Boycotts: Time to Return Fire

Minister Livnat on fighting fire with fire when it comes to anti-Israel boycotts, and what PA refusal to recognize Israel means for peace.

Experts Reveal Empty Boycott Threats

Business and diplomatic leaders tell Reuters international boycott mere pressure tool, investment actually growing despite tough talk.

Netanyahu: It's Time to Delegitimize the Delegitimizers

Those who call for boycotts of the Jewish state are "classical anti-Semites in modern garb," says PM Netanyahu.

Trailer: Israeli Apartheid Week Coming To Theaters Near You

Leading up to 'Israel Apartheid Week 2014,' a new trailer has been released to promote the international Israel-bashing events.

'Kerry Strongly Opposes Boycotts'

Israeli Ambassador to Washington Ron Dermer defends John Kerry from criticism, says he was making a 'descriptive statement', not a threat.

British Supreme Court Rules Against Anti-Israel Boycotters

UK Supreme Court rejects claims "settlement produce" transgresses international law.

Returning Fire: Dutch Jews Boycott Anti-Israel Firm

Dutch Jewish group calls for boycott of PGGM, a local firm that divested from Israeli banks for financing 'settlements in Palestine.'

Scarlett Johansson Splits with Oxfam Over BDS

Actress steps down as Oxfam ambassador over the group’s support for Israel boycott movement.