AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSettler Violence & Funding: Israel’s National Security Ministry approved a $1.3m grant to the UK-sanctioned settler group Ahavat Gilad, aimed at “mentors” for youth on settlement farms—another push that critics say fuels annexation and attacks. AI & Targeting in Gaza: Elbit Systems says its Tzayad program generated 850,000 “real-time intel targets” and thousands of battle plans since Oct 2023, raising fresh alarms about automated targeting and civilian protection. Church of England & Palestinian Christians: The Church of England Synod voted to “hear” Palestinian Christian voices from the Kairos II document, with Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally warning that “Palestine is disappearing,” despite the Chief Rabbi’s objections. Gaza Culture as Survival: A Gaza College music event shows how oud and guitar lessons help children process trauma and preserve Palestinian musical heritage amid war. West Bank Politics in the Spotlight: U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna’s detention claims sparked a dispute with Israeli officials over whether he coordinated properly—highlighting how occupation controls even visiting lawmakers. US Politics & Israel Debate: PEN America’s president Dinaw Mengestu resigned after a report on boycotts of Jewish and Israeli authors, saying PEN failed to defend free-speech rights fairly. Antisemitic Threats in Georgia: Federal authorities charged four men over antisemitic death threats sent to employees and religious institutions in Georgia. Humanitarian/Recovery Support: The UK announced £10m early support for Gaza recovery via the UN Horizon Fund, focusing on water, sanitation, health, education, housing, and debris clearance.
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