Answering the global call to fight and crowdfunding for bulletproof vests. Plus, the latest from Iran, Saudi and Egypt on Gaza.
Oct 12, 2023
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Israeli reservists are returning home to fight, with American Jews crowdfunding for bulletproof vests. Egypt is faced with a dilemma over the crisis in Gaza, while Iran and Saudi engage in talks. Blinken visits Israel amidst the ongoing conflict.
Israeli reservists, including those abroad, are returning home to join the emergency government and support the Israeli Defense Force in eradicating Hamas.
American Jews are actively crowdfunding and donating supplies, including bulletproof vests, to support the Israeli military in their efforts.
Deep dives
Emergency government formed in Israel to combat Hamas
Israel has formed an emergency government with the aim of eradicating Hamas. Reservists, including those abroad, have been called up to support the Israeli Defense Force. American Jews are rushing to provide support, even sending bulletproof vests. Pressure is mounting on Egypt to create a humanitarian corridor for Gazans.
Reservists respond to the call and efforts to send aid
Over 300,000 reservists, including those living abroad, have answered the call to return to Israel and join the military efforts. Diaspora Jews in the US are mobilizing to send aid, including basic supplies and monetary contributions. Palestinian aid efforts face challenges due to the blockade, while Gaza suffers from dire humanitarian needs.
From New York to Lithuania, Israeli reservists are answering the call to return home to fight. Crowdfunding for bulletproof vests – how American Jews are donating supplies to the Israeli military. Plus, Egypt’s dilemma over the crisis in Gaza, Iran and Saudi talk and Blinken is in Israel.