Israel is creating what it calls a buffer zone in southern Lebanon for a prolonged military occupation, with low expectations that direct talks with Lebanon will lead to quick action on disarming ...

Israel and Lebanon held historic talks today in Washington. They're seeking a diplomatic resolution to Israel's conflict with Hezbollah. But on the ground, Israel is expanding its occupation of ...

For generations, New Yorkers have sought solace, guidance and connection at houses of worship. Churches, synagogues, mosques and temples are sacred spaces where people mark life’s most meaningful ...

(New York Jewish Week) — The New York City Council passed legislation on March 26 aimed at protecting synagogues from disruptive protests, marking a decisive victory following a months-long push by ...

Alison Sergent is pleased to welcome Dr Filippo Dionigi, Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations at the University of Bristol. According to Dr Dionigi, the expansion of Israeli control ...

(RNS) — The bill directs the NYPD to present a plan within 45 days explaining how it will use 'security perimeters' around places of worship. (RNS) — The New York City Council passed a bill Thursday ...

Residents in Nepal’s buffer zones — defined spaces surrounding protected areas — face restrictions on resource collection, infrastructure development and daily activities, leading to frustration and ...

In the wake of protests outside synagogues that turned ugly in recent months — one on the Upper East Side and one in Kew Gardens, Queens — City Council Speaker Julie Menin proposed so-called buffer ...

They’re in the zone. The NYPD will be allowed to set up buffer zones around synagogues and other houses of worship under a controversial bill passed by the City Council Thursday — despite fierce ...

The City Council on Thursday passed a bill aimed at limiting the scope of disruptive protests outside of synagogues and other houses of worship that has sparked concern over free speech issues that ...