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Israeli NGO Sharaka (“partnership” in Arabic) brought a delegation of 10 Pakistani journalists and educators to Israel.  Journalist and documentary film director Sabin Agha said, “I am not surprised to find the complete opposite of what the state narrative of Muslim countries was.”  (Please read the full article or watch the video)

Israel’s National Security Council is sending a delegation of experts to Thailand following a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that rocked the country and neighboring Myanmar. The commander of Israel's National Rescue Unit and 21 additional officials were set to fly after Shabbat.

Sweden-based Yemeni social media influencer Louie Ahmed relates his experience of Yemeni education about Jews. His turning point was his first encounter with an Israeli and the impact it had on him. His first visit to Israel was also an eye-opener. Watch the video of him at the UN.

Just two weeks before he passed away, ex-World Boxing champion George Foreman III wrote an article for the Washington Examiner entitled, “The black community must support Israel against Hamas”. Rest in peace, George.

Israel’s President Isaac Herzog inaugurated a global initiative titled “Voice of the People” (see previously) at a five-day summit in Haifa, seeking “to unite and empower Jewish communities worldwide.” 150 delegates attended, including 50 from Israel and 50 from North America.

The South Caucasus nation of Azerbaijan has positioned itself as one of Israel’s most significant partners. The Shi’ite Muslim-majority country has maintained warm and steadily growing relations with Israel, fostering cooperation in energy, trade, and security.

Stuart Palmer’s blog included a little-known fact. For over a decade, at 6am each day, 1,500 Jordanians cross the border from Aqaba to Eilat to work in the hotels, returning in the evening. It is a very successful arrangement and the harmony amongst the staff is first class.

Haredi women are challenging exclusion from ultra-orthodox political parties. In 2015, their movement was officially registered as an organization under the name "No Voice, No Vote" (in Hebrew: “Lo Nivcharot Lo Bocharot,” and has now been renamed "Nivcharot" ("Chosen").

Interesting article about Maj. (res.) Yossi Levi (see previously) who believes he is the first Haredi battalion commander in the Israel Defense Forces, integrating ultra-Orthodox soldiers into the country’s military. See the link above which indicates he is not the first!

Thousands of Israelis participated in some 8,000 volunteer activities on the 18th annual Good Deeds Day - an international initiative started by Israel, promoting giving and community. They renovated damaged buildings, packaged food, worked with children and the sick, cleaned beaches and more.