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A Pilot’s View of the War in Gaza (11:02)
Inside Israel Today with Gil Hoffman July 02, 2023
A Pilot’s View of the War in Gaza (11:02)
Likud MK Yoav Kisch, who flew missions for the IAF during Operation Protective Edge, tells Gil Hoffman about avoiding civilian casualties.
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ISIS, Hamas, Egypt and Israel (14:29)
Live@5 Panel with Glen Ladau July 02, 2023
ISIS, Hamas, Egypt and Israel (14:29)
The Live@5 panel analyzes the current situation in the Sinai, trying to distinguish friends from foes.
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Absurdity in Geneva (13:13)
Inside Israel Today with Gil Hoffman July 02, 2023
Absurdity in Geneva (13:13)
Israeli Jewish Congress research director Arsen Ostrovsky joins Gil Hoffman after witnessing testimony before the UNHRC on Operation Protective Edge.
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Securing the Sinai Border (1:50)
VOI Xtra July 02, 2023
Securing the Sinai Border (1:50)
A leading geopolitical consultant says that Wednesday's ISIS attack in the Sinai could actually bring together Egypt and Hamas.
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British ‘Schindler’ Is Dead at 106 (1:37)
VOI Xtra July 02, 2023
British ‘Schindler’ Is Dead at 106 (1:37)
VOI's Mordechai Twersky and Raoul Wootliff report on the legacy of Sir Nicholas George Winton.
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The US Administration Giveth and Taketh Away (13:13)
Live@5 Panel with Glen Ladau July 02, 2023
The US Administration Giveth and Taketh Away (13:13)
The Live@5 panel wants to know why the State Department just backtracked on a bill President Obama signed thought to oppose anti-Israel boycotts.
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Securing the Mount of Olives Cemetery (25:11)
The Yishai Fleisher Show July 02, 2023
Securing the Mount of Olives Cemetery (25:11)
Members of an international committee fighting to preserve Judaism's holiest graveyard against neglect and defilement join VOI's Yishai Fleisher.
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When Tax Shekels Pay for Anti-Israel ‘Art’ (11:47)
Live@5 Panel with Glen Ladau July 02, 2023
When Tax Shekels Pay for Anti-Israel ‘Art’ (11:47)
The Live@5 panel addresses the city of Haifa's funding of a local Arab theater's production, which glorifies and humanizes a vicious murderer.
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In Search of the Jewish Gene (6:30)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel July 02, 2023
In Search of the Jewish Gene (6:30)
A renowned nephrologist tells Ari Abramowitz and Jeremy Gimpel about discovering similar DNA patterns among Jews in diverse communities.
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The #1 Sexual Problem Concerning Men and Women (3:19)
The Mottle Wolfe Show July 02, 2023
The #1 Sexual Problem Concerning Men and Women (3:19)
Rabbi Natan Alexander, whose website BeBetter2gether.com provides advice and accessories to religious Jews and Christians, joins VOI's Mottle Wolfe.
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‘Bombing’ on Stage: Comedians Make a Hit While Rockets Fly from Gaza(4:56)
Joe Matarese (L), Brian Kiley (C) and Avi Liberman (R) in-studio with Molly Livingstone.
The Big Falafel with Molly Livingstone
May 28, 2023
Brian Kiley, stand-up comic head monologue writer for the Conan O'Brien Show, describes a literal bombing while on stage.

Kiley joins VOI’s Molly Livingstone in-studio to discuss his participation in the “Comedy for Koby” tour, raising funds to help the families of victims of terrorism and other tragedies. The “bomb” in this case was literal: During a performance, at least one terrorist rocket launched from Gaza landed in Israel. How did Kiley react? How did the Israeli audience take it? Also hear from comedians Joe Matarese and Avi Liberman, who share their hilarious observations of Israeli culture.

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Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
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VOI Tube July 02, 2023
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LIVE@5: Outrage Over a Lack of Security
The latest terrorist murder, Israeli gun control, ISIS against Hamas and kosher certification are the topics discussed by the Live@5 Panel.
Absurdity in Geneva (13:13)
Inside Israel Today with Gil Hoffman July 02, 2023
Absurdity in Geneva (13:13)
Israeli Jewish Congress research director Arsen Ostrovsky joins Gil Hoffman after witnessing testimony before the UNHRC on Operation Protective Edge.
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A Pilot’s View of the War in Gaza (11:02)
Inside Israel Today with Gil Hoffman July 02, 2023
A Pilot’s View of the War in Gaza (11:02)
Likud MK Yoav Kisch, who flew missions for the IAF during Operation Protective Edge, tells Gil Hoffman about avoiding civilian casualties.
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A Year Since the War, a Mile from the Border (25:17)
Jerusalem Diaries with Judy Lash Balint July 02, 2023
A Year Since the War, a Mile from the Border (25:17)
As the anniversary of Operation Protective Edge approaches, VOI's Judy Lash Balint hears from a mother-of-two who lives on a kibbutz near Gaza.
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The Delayed House Demolition (10:31)
Live@5 Panel with Glen Ladau July 02, 2023
The Delayed House Demolition (10:31)
The Live@5 panel wonders why the government has not yet destroyed the home of the terrorist who slaughtered 5 Israelis in a synagogue 8 months ago.
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Securing the Mount of Olives Cemetery (25:11)
The Yishai Fleisher Show July 02, 2023
Securing the Mount of Olives Cemetery (25:11)
Members of an international committee fighting to preserve Judaism's holiest graveyard against neglect and defilement join VOI's Yishai Fleisher.
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ISIS Will ‘Uproot the State of the Jews’ (13:44)
Live@5 Panel with Glen Ladau July 01, 2023
ISIS Will ‘Uproot the State of the Jews’ (13:44)
The Live@5 Panel talks about the terror group that is bent not only on destroying Israel, but on wiping out Hamas.
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The Government’s ‘Impotence’ in the Face of Terror (16:45)
Live@5 Panel with Glen Ladau July 01, 2023
The Government’s ‘Impotence’ in the Face of Terror (16:45)
On today's Live@5, panelist Molly Livingstone accuses the leadership of 'not doing enough' to protect Israelis, while Daniel Seaman goes as far as to call it 'impotent.'
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Outrage Over a Lack of Security (50:44)
Live@5 Panel with Glen Ladau July 01, 2023
Outrage Over a Lack of Security (50:44)
The latest terrorist murder, Israeli gun control, ISIS against Hamas and kosher certification are the topics discussed by the Live@5 Panel.
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Israel Tightens Security in Wake of Terror Attacks (2:38)
VOI Xtra July 01, 2023
Israel Tightens Security in Wake of Terror Attacks (2:38)
The IDF is beefing-up security in Judea and Samaria, following a string of six shooting and stabbing attacks against Israelis in the last week.
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US-Israel Relationship
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The US Administration Giveth and Taketh Away (13:13)
Live@5 Panel with Glen Ladau July 02, 2023
The US Administration Giveth and Taketh Away (13:13)
The Live@5 panel wants to know why the State Department just backtracked on a bill President Obama signed thought to oppose anti-Israel boycotts.
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The Tentacles of Terror (50:34)
Live@5 Panel with Glen Ladau July 02, 2023
The Tentacles of Terror (50:34)
The Live@5 panel analyzes ISIS terrorists in the Sinai, glorifying terrorists in Haifa, deterring terrorists in Jerusalem and fending off financial 'terrorists' of BDS.
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Amb. Stuart Eizenstat Analyzes the State of the Jewish People (25:11)
Jerusalem Diaries with Judy Lash Balint June 29, 2023
Amb. Stuart Eizenstat Analyzes the State of the Jewish People (25:11)
VOI's Judy Lash Balint and Gil Hoffman are joined in-studio by Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat, co-chair of the Jewish People Policy Institute.
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Yishai Reads Your Mail (25:16)
The Yishai Fleisher Show June 29, 2023
Yishai Reads Your Mail (25:16)
VOI's Yishai Fleisher reads and responds to e-mails from listeners.
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JPost Editor: Haaretz + New York Times for Israel News = Dangerous (10:45)
Inside Israel Today with Gil Hoffman June 28, 2023
JPost Editor: Haaretz + New York Times for Israel News = Dangerous (10:45)
Jerusalem Post Editor-in-Chief Steve Linde joins VOI's Gil Hoffman in-studio.
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The JPost Chief Editor’s Stance on Booing a US Official (25:14)
Inside Israel Today with Gil Hoffman June 28, 2023
The JPost Chief Editor’s Stance on Booing a US Official (25:14)
VOI's Gil Hoffman is joined in-studio by Jerusalem Post Editor-in-Chief Steve Linde.
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Natural Gas and Other VOI News in Review (25:11)
Newsroom VOI June 28, 2023
Natural Gas and Other VOI News in Review (25:11)
Newsroom VOI reviews the latest developments in the government's efforts to pass a deal on producing Israel's natural gas.
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A Touchdown for American Football in Israel (16:10)
One Nation with Dov Lipman June 28, 2023
A Touchdown for American Football in Israel (16:10)
Steve Leibowitz, founder and head of American Football in Israel, joins VOI's Dov Lipman.
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The Plight and Fight of Syria’s Kurds (4:47)
National Security with Dan Diker June 28, 2023
The Plight and Fight of Syria’s Kurds (4:47)
What can be done to aid the imperiled Kurds caught in the terrorist crossfire of the Assad regime and opposition rebels?
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Farid Ghadry’s Formula for Syria (2:25)
National Security with Dan Diker June 28, 2023
Farid Ghadry’s Formula for Syria (2:25)
The president of the Washington-based Reform Party of Syria blasts the policies of the West.
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Religion
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Spiritual Cafe: How Not to Curse the Jewish People (25:21)
The Yishai Fleisher Show July 02, 2023
Spiritual Cafe: How Not to Curse the Jewish People (25:21)
Rabbi Mike Feuer and VOI's Yishai Fleisher review this week's Torah portion, Balak, and how it is relevant today.
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The #1 Sexual Problem Concerning Men and Women (3:19)
The Mottle Wolfe Show July 02, 2023
The #1 Sexual Problem Concerning Men and Women (3:19)
Rabbi Natan Alexander, whose website BeBetter2gether.com provides advice and accessories to religious Jews and Christians, joins VOI's Mottle Wolfe.
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The Kosher Sex-Toy Rabbi (25:16)
The Mottle Wolfe Show July 02, 2023
The Kosher Sex-Toy Rabbi (25:16)
VOI's Mottle Wolfe is joined by Rabbi Natan Alexander, who created a website that provides advice and sells accessories to religious people.
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A Kosher Debate on Certification (11:14)
Live@5 Panel with Glen Ladau July 01, 2023
A Kosher Debate on Certification (11:14)
The Live@5 Panel debates whether it's power, money or religious conviction driving the controversy over kosher certification of restaurants.
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Outrage Over a Lack of Security (50:44)
Live@5 Panel with Glen Ladau July 01, 2023
Outrage Over a Lack of Security (50:44)
The latest terrorist murder, Israeli gun control, ISIS against Hamas and kosher certification are the topics discussed by the Live@5 Panel.
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Proof of God’s Existence in Under 5 Minutes (6:34)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel July 01, 2023
Proof of God’s Existence in Under 5 Minutes (6:34)
Orthodox Jew and physicist Gerald Schroeder gives a quickie lesson to VOI's Ari Abramowitz and Jeremy Gimpel on energy and how the universe works.
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The Relationship Between Spirituality and Science (56:33)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel July 01, 2023
The Relationship Between Spirituality and Science (56:33)
An Orthodox Jewish physicist explains about the energy of the universe and how free will works.
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Stoning Witches and Non-Virgins (5:38)
The Mottle Wolfe Show July 01, 2023
Stoning Witches and Non-Virgins (5:38)
VOI's Mottle Wolfe argues with a disgruntled listener, who claims he got it wrong about the Torah's commandments against certain kinds of women.
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Rabbi Radinsky’s Secret to Fighting Assimilation (7:13)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel June 30, 2023
Rabbi Radinsky’s Secret to Fighting Assimilation (7:13)
Rabbi Joseph Radinsky, a leader of the Jewish community in Houston, Texas, joins VOI's Ari Abramowitz.
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Are Southern Jews Different? (50:31)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel June 30, 2023
Are Southern Jews Different? (50:31)
VOI's Ari Abramowitz is joined by Rabbi Joseph Radinsky, a prominent pioneer of the Jewish community of Houston, Texas.
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Spirituality
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Spiritual Cafe: How Not to Curse the Jewish People (25:21)
The Yishai Fleisher Show July 02, 2023
Spiritual Cafe: How Not to Curse the Jewish People (25:21)
Rabbi Mike Feuer and VOI's Yishai Fleisher review this week's Torah portion, Balak, and how it is relevant today.
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In Search of the Jewish Gene (6:30)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel July 02, 2023
In Search of the Jewish Gene (6:30)
A renowned nephrologist tells Ari Abramowitz and Jeremy Gimpel about discovering similar DNA patterns among Jews in diverse communities.
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Jewish Threads Through History (50:37)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel July 02, 2023
Jewish Threads Through History (50:37)
Jewish genes, Jewish life in South Dakota and this week's Torah portion are the topics of today's 'Israel Inspired' show.
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Proof of God’s Existence in Under 5 Minutes (6:34)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel July 01, 2023
Proof of God’s Existence in Under 5 Minutes (6:34)
Orthodox Jew and physicist Gerald Schroeder gives a quickie lesson to VOI's Ari Abramowitz and Jeremy Gimpel on energy and how the universe works.
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The Relationship Between Spirituality and Science (56:33)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel July 01, 2023
The Relationship Between Spirituality and Science (56:33)
An Orthodox Jewish physicist explains about the energy of the universe and how free will works.
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Rabbi Radinsky’s Secret to Fighting Assimilation (7:13)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel June 30, 2023
Rabbi Radinsky’s Secret to Fighting Assimilation (7:13)
Rabbi Joseph Radinsky, a leader of the Jewish community in Houston, Texas, joins VOI's Ari Abramowitz.
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Armageddon: Are Biblical Stories Coming to Life? (2:07)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel June 29, 2023
Armageddon: Are Biblical Stories Coming to Life? (2:07)
Rabbi Ken Spiro, author of 'Crash Course in Jewish History' and 'World Perfect,' joins VOI's Ari Abramowitz and Jeremy Gimpel.
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World History and the Jews (50:38)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel June 29, 2023
World History and the Jews (50:38)
VOI's Ari Abramowitz and Jeremy Gimpel are joined by historian and philosopher Rabbi Ken Spiro.
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A Jew’s Life in Japan (24:53)
Rejuvenation with Eve Harow June 28, 2023
A Jew’s Life in Japan (24:53)
VOI's Mottle Wolfe joins Eve Harow.
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Jews and Arabs, Ultra-Orthodox, American Football and the Weekly Torah Portion (51:03)
One Nation with Dov Lipman June 28, 2023
Jews and Arabs, Ultra-Orthodox, American Football and the Weekly Torah Portion (51:03)
VOI's Dov Lipman interviews Evan Muney, Udi Tzemach and Steve Leibowitz, and talks about the weekly Torah portion.
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Environment
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How Netanyahu Was Defeated (12:52)
Inside Israel Today with Gil Hoffman June 30, 2023
How Netanyahu Was Defeated (12:52)
MK Merav Michaeli, head of the Zionist Union faction in the Knesset, joins VOI's Gil Hoffman.
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For Some, Beating Bibi Is ‘a Gas’ (25:08)
Inside Israel Today with Gil Hoffman June 30, 2023
For Some, Beating Bibi Is ‘a Gas’ (25:08)
VOI's Gil Hoffman discusses the vote that didn't take place on the gas deal.
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Urban Environmentalism, Jerusalem-Style (25:11)
The Yishai Fleisher Show June 30, 2023
Urban Environmentalism, Jerusalem-Style (25:11)
Jerusalem environmentalist Naomi Tsur joins VOI's Yishai Fleisher.
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Urban Environmentalism and Holocaust Restitution (50:33)
The Yishai Fleisher Show June 30, 2023
Urban Environmentalism and Holocaust Restitution (50:33)
VOI's Yishai Fleisher is joined by Jerusalem environmentalist Naomi Tsur and LA attorney E. Randol Schoenberg.
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Israel Trail’s Going Google (25:11)
Jerusalem Diaries with Judy Lash Balint June 24, 2023
Israel Trail’s Going Google (25:11)
Google is currently photographing all 684 miles of the Israel National Trail for its street-view technology.
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A Communist MK and a ‘Tweet’ into the Arab Soul (50:41)
The Yishai Fleisher Show June 24, 2023
A Communist MK and a ‘Tweet’ into the Arab Soul (50:41)
Hear from MK Dr. Dov Khenin and social media analyst Orit Perlov on today's show.
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Jewish Wisdom on Living and Living Creatures (51:03)
Israel Inspired with Ari Abramowitz & Jeremy Gimpel June 22, 2023
Jewish Wisdom on Living and Living Creatures (51:03)
Man's relationship with God and animals is the focus of today's show.
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Innovation: Africa’s ‘Electrifying’ Efforts (12:57)
One Nation with Dov Lipman June 21, 2023
Innovation: Africa’s ‘Electrifying’ Efforts (12:57)
Bringing Israeli technology and know-how, as well as water and electricity, to Africa.
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Atmospheric Scientist Says Prepare for Radical Change (17:01)
The Yishai Fleisher Show June 08, 2023
Atmospheric Scientist Says Prepare for Radical Change (17:01)
Prof. Yoav Yair tells VOI's Yishai Fleisher that leaders must be on the ready for stormy Mideast weather.
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Fighting EU-Funded ‘Land Theft’ in Israel (14:08)
The Lion’s Den with Daniel Seaman & Daniela Traub May 31, 2023
Fighting EU-Funded ‘Land Theft’ in Israel (14:08)
Regavim international relations director Ari Briggs joins VOI's Daniel Seaman and Daniela Traub to discuss foreign appropriation of Israeli land.
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