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Israel Begins Dismantling Section of West Bank Barrier

Israel on Sunday began tearing down a section of its contentious West Bank separation, marking a major victory for village residents in Bilin. The dismantling of the section comes four years after Israel's Supreme Court ordered it torn down, rejecting the military's argument that the route was necessary for security.

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Israeli Peace Movement to Launch Online University for Israeli and Arab Students

Organizers of an online Mideast peace movement say they are launching the Internet's first online university for Israelis and Arabs across the Middle East.

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Palestinian Men Train to Become Yoga Teachers

In some Palestinian communities yoga is being introduced for the first time as a way to reduce stress and create a sense of connectedness. The Foundation, located in Beit Jala, just outside of Bethlehem, tries to overcome logistical challenges and restricted travel to gather as many as possible from this conflict zone, both men and women, to become certified teachers.

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They are Learning to Say Sorry in the Middle East

In the past week, not one but two leaders – Turkish and Palestinian – made rare acknowledgements of the suffering of the 'other.'

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Israeli Soldiers Bring Palestinian Kids With Cancer to Frolic on Ski Slopes

Israeli Defense Force reservists treated families of Palestinian children diagnosed with cancer to a fun day on snowy Mount Hermon recently. The project was partly funded by the Civil Administration, an Israeli body responsible for administering and coordinating civilian and humanitarian needs in the West Bank.

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United Colors of Benetton Offers The Hopeful Picture of Life between Palestinians and Israelis

Benetton's spring and summer catalog is a brilliant photo essay documenting real-life Palestinians and Israelis getting along together in friendship, and even love- historical enemies working, living and playing together.

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His Eco-Efficient Prowess Makes Farming in Palestine Possible

Palestinians are reliant on Israel for income and water. Murad the farmer has challenged this standard of living with his sustainable form of agriculture.

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National Donate for Life Month

April is National Donate Life Month, a time to bring awareness to the astounding fact that with a simple choice today, you can save a life. Really. You can give someone their life.