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​Israelis hold up photos of dead children in Gaza at demonstration in Tel Aviv, May 7th, 2025.
Analysis

Israelis hold vigils for children killed in Gaza as government expands war

Tom Zandman, a 36-year-old Jewish Israeli from Jaffa, was once a staunch supporter of Israel’s war in Gaza. But now he says there’s nothing defensible or defensive about it.

​A Palestinian boy reacts next to a burning Israeli vehicle that Palestinian gunmen brought to Gaza after they infiltrated areas of southern Israel on Saturday.
Middle East

Is Israel in for a long war?

Hamas launched an early, three-pronged assault on Saturday, coming from land, sea, and air – entering Israel from the Gaza Strip, invading several Israeli towns, and firing thousands of rockets as far away as Tel Aviv and even Jerusalem.

When is criticizing Israel antisemitism?
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When is criticizing Israel antisemitism?

Is it easier to be antisemitic today? Tragically, yes, says Israeli-American actor and activist Noa Tishby, who joins Ian Bremmer on GZERO World for a wide-ranging conversation on the ancient roots, and modern resurgence, of anti-Jewish sentiment. And it's not just coming from the right, says Tishby.

Ehud Barak interview: Israeli democracy on the chopping block
GZERO World Clips

Ehud Barak interview: Israeli democracy on the chopping block

Israel's delicate balance between democracy and political power is under threat, as the government's proposed judiciary overhaul poses a significant risk to the checks and balances of its political system. On GZERO World, former Prime Minister Ehud Barak warns that the judicial overhaul, backed by coalition members, would undermine the independence of the courts and leave the executive branch unchecked.

How Bibi could end Israel's democracy (or get ousted)
GZERO World with Ian Bremmer

How Bibi could end Israel's democracy (or get ousted)

Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak has a chilling warning about the future of Israeli democracy: The government's judicial overhaul plan puts the very foundations of Israeli democracy at risk. In an interview with Ian Bremmer on GZERO World, Barak explains that the reforms could erode the independence of the courts and weaken minority protections.

Israeli constitutional crisis despite compromise attempts
GZERO Europe

Israeli constitutional crisis despite compromise attempts

What is really happening in Israel? What is happening in France with the pension reform? Carl Bildt, former prime minister of Sweden, shares his perspective from Jerusalem on the protests in Israel and France.