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Israel. Zionism is the Jewish people's instantiation of the human right
of self determination. No more, no less.
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the greatest threat to Israel's existence
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Haaretz.com, the online edition of Haaretz Newspaper in Israel, offers real-time breaking
news, opinions and analysis from Israel and the Middle East
If you’ve been to Israel lately, you might have seen Masada, the kotel, and the Tel Aviv night-
light. But did you notice the 180,000 migrant workers from the Philippines, China, Thailand
and other countries, performing the agricultural and service jobs that help Israel thrive? They
are also one of the most vulnerable groups in Israel; as non-citizens, non-Hebrew speakers,
and non-Jews, they are often an invisible ‘other.’....Read more
Israel Facts
Full name: State of Israel
Population: 7.2 million (UN, 2009)
Seat of government: Jerusalem, though most foreign embassies are in Tel Aviv
Area: Israeli Central Bureau of Statistics cites 22,072 sq km (8,522 sq miles), including
Jerusalem and Golan
Major languages: Hebrew, Arabic
Major religions: Judaism, Islam
Life expectancy: 79 years (men), 83 years (women) (UN)
Monetary unit: 1 new Israeli shekel (NIS) = 100 new agorot
Main exports: Computer software, military equipment, chemicals, agricultural products
GNI per capita (Israel only): US $24,700 (World Bank, 2008)
Internet domain: .il
International dialling code: +972
Source. BBC News.
Hanukkah is traditionally a time for gift giving. But what to give? At JudaicaWebstore,
you can find gifts from Israel to suit any person, any style, and any budget!
Take a look at our amazing selection of Hanukkah menorahs. We have traditional
menorahs as well as modern designs. You can find all sorts of materials, including sterling silver, nickel, brass, glass, ceramic, aluminum, and wood. For the more tradition-minded among you, there are several menorahs designed to be reminiscent of the Menorah that
stood in the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. Alternatively, there is a selection of replicas of
actual European and African menorahs from past centuries created as official products
of Jerusalem’s world-famous Israel Museum. These functional works of art allow you to
literally own a piece of history!.....Read more
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