Tag Archive: democracy

Minister of Transportation Miri Regev Blames NIF for Protests

While thousands of Israelis protest the government’s failing policies, one Minister falsely claimed that NIF is behind the widespread demonstrations.

Impunity for Settler Violence in the West Bank

Even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, NIF grantee B’Tselem reports that extremist settlers continue to harass Palestinians in the West Bank with little to no consequences.

Mass Protests Against Government’s Handling of Coronavirus Crisis

NIF grantees including Omdim Beyachad (Standing Together) participate in widespread demonstrations throughout Israel demanding government accountability and assistance during this crisis.

Seeking Justice for Eyad Hallaq

NIF grantee Tag Meir launches a petition for the publication of findings of the investigation into the police murder of Eyad Hallaq.

Annexation Protest - photo credit: Avshalom Sassoni/Flash90

Taking a Stand Against West Bank Annexation

Over 6,000 people, including multiple NIF grantees, rallied in Tel Aviv to protest planned annexation of parts of the West Bank.

Israel’s Supreme Court Strikes Down Illegal Settlement Regularization Law

Thanks to a petition by NIF grantees Adalah and ACRI, Israel’s Supreme Court has overturned a law allowing for the retroactive legalization of West Bank settlements.

NIF CEO: “Oklahoma anti-BDS Law Harms Israel and Free Speech.”

In response to the Oklahoma legislature passing a law that penalizes Americans who call for boycott of Israel or Israeli settlements, NIF CEO Daniel Sokatch released the following statement.

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Providing Healthcare in the West Bank

Physicians for Human Rights Israel’s Mobile Clinic is providing vital treatment in the West Bank amid COVID-19 curfews.

Jewish Extremist Convicted of Murder

The man was responsible for a deadly attack in the West Bank village of Duma in 2015 that killed a Palestinian family.

Ending Government Incentives for Performances in Settlements

Following an ACRI petition, Israel’s Supreme Court ruled to discontinue to financial incentives for performances in West Bank settlements.