Israel has once again escalated its attacks against the Palestinians, provoked by the right-wing Zionist settler movement that wants the government to take control of Jerusalem’s al-Aqsa Mosque compound and allow Jewish prayers on the entire site. It is hard to believe that a future is possible in Palestine. In fact, many are predicting a third intifada. And yet, as Jerusalem burns, it seems there is the zygote of a progressive Jewish movement emerging in Isreal. While a Jewish perspective on the occupation of Israel on Palestine is not a common view broadcast on Accent of Women, this week, we've decided to give this issue some air time. I spoke with Jewish activist Sahar Vardi. She's based in Israel and is an organiser in a campaign to end Israeli occupation of Palestine.
Jiselle Hanna