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UN Watch demands democracies explain election of human rights abusers to UN positions

In UN Watch's press release, the NGO cited the UN's Economic and Social Council's (ECOSOC) recent nomination of Iran to the UN’s Committee for Program and Coordination.

UN HIGH COMMISSIONER for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet makes a speech at the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, in February.
Israelis seen walking down Mahane Yehuda market, in Jerusalem, April 9, 2026

When comfort is off the table, Israelis find new ways to cope under fire

A person wearing the headband of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) attends a march to demand the release of Mahmoud Khalil on March 11, 2025 in New York City; illustrative.

PFLP-linked NGO closes Palestinian branch, citing Israel's red tape

Gal Gadot attends the 82nd Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California. January 5, 2025.

Gal Gadot directs Genesis Prize toward Israel’s post-October 7 recovery


Israel debates 80% tax on foreign donations to NGOs

Opposition lawmakers criticized the proposed law, saying the state was trying to stifle voices, including the media, that don't agree with Israel's policies.

 The Knesset building, home of Israel's legislature, in Jerusalem, on November 14, 2022 (Illustrative).

Despite war and threats, Israeli and Palestinian peace activists stay committed to dialogue

Around 23% said that friends or family members tried to convince them to cease their peace work, and 22% cited military restrictions as a major hindrance.

 Activists from the left-wing organizations Combatants for Peace, All That's Left and the Jordan Valley Coalition in the South Hebron Hills

Lawmakers demand answers from NGOs over alleged Biden funding for Israel protests - report

The probe was revealed in a letter dispatched by Reps. Jim Jordan and Brian Mast to the six NGOs in question.

 Protesters demonstrate against the government's judicial overhaul, in Tel Aviv. September 23, 2023.

Israel cracks down on foreign NGOs: New rules target boycotts and October 7 denial

Under the new framework, NGOs must meet specific conditions to register and maintain operations in Israel and the West Bank, with authorities having at least four ways to revoke permits.

 Amichai Chikli speaks at Conference of Presidents, February 16, 2025.

Israeli NGO says four Palestinian medical workers died in IDF custody

The IDF rejected the NGO's allegations, though the military already indicted six prison guards for beating or sexually abusing Palestinian prisoners.

 IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. February 7, 2025.

Investigate attempts by haredim to bypass IDF draft-dodger sanctions, NGO demands

Some reports indicated that politicians were encouraging yeshiva students to open businesses on paper in order to continue being eligible for subsidized state care.

 Israel Police arresting haredi protestors in central Jerusalem, February, 25, 2025.

ROPES in Morocco: Israelis and Palestinians found hope beyond conflict - opinion

Our eye-opening experiences during the program in Morocco illustrated what can be achieved, thus amplifying our hope for a future in which MENA can become a region of peace and coexistence.

ROPES participants take part in an educational session in Morocco.

Silence of 'human rights' NGOs on Bibas babies is complicity with Hamas agenda - comment

Intentional or not, the human rights regime has facilitated the Hamas agenda and hindered those that seek to stop them.

 Pacifiers at Hostage square in Tel Aviv, on the day of the release of the bodies of four Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity, February 20, 2025.

Israeli NGO calls for probe into Sara Netanyahu's stay in Qatari-owned hotel in Miami

The petition raises concerns over whether the funding complied with Israeli law and calls for a thorough and transparent review.

 View of Sara Netanyahu at the Knesset in Jerusalem.

Controversial bill advances to heavily tax foreign state donations to NGOs

According to the proposal, donations to NGOs from a “foreign state entity” will be taxed 80%, but the finance minister, can award a tax exemption in “special circumstances."

 The Knesset building, home of Israel's legislature, in Jerusalem, on November 14, 2022 (Illustrative).