February 2, 2025 Israel’s Foreign Ministry Special Envoy, Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, has strongly criticized Hamas’ handling of hostage releases, calling it “psychological warfare” designed to manipulate Israel and the international community. As the next round of hostages is set to be released, she warned that Hamas is using delay tactics and propaganda to maximize its leverage. […]
February 2, 2025 Israel’s Foreign Ministry Special Envoy and former Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem, Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, has strongly criticized the latest hostage deal with Hamas, calling it a “national dilemma” that presents both moral and security concerns. Speaking in a recent interview, she warned that while Israel is committed to bringing its citizens home, the […]
Letter to Secretary of State Highlights Declining Religious Freedom, Proposes New Strategy Annapolis, MD – Brian J. Grim, Ph.D., Founding President of the Religious Freedom & Business Foundation, has sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the State Department to adopt a new strategy to combat the global decline of religious freedom. […]
Executive Order Mandates Increased Scrutiny and Enforcement Following Hamas Attacks Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump has issued an Executive Order strengthening measures to combat anti-Semitism, particularly on college campuses, in the wake of the surge in anti-Jewish hate following the October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorist attacks against Israel. The order, signed on January 29, […]
International Consortium for Law and Religion Studies (ICLARS) to Host Online Discussions on Key Issues The International Consortium for Law and Religion Studies (ICLARS) has announced its 2025 webinar program, featuring a series of online discussions exploring critical intersections of law, religion, and human dignity. The series kicks off on Friday, February 7, 2025, at […]
Washington, D.C. – Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democrat turned independent, has never been one to back down from a fight. Now, as Donald Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence (DNI), she has made one thing clear: America First—no compromises. In a fiery confirmation hearing that had Washington elites squirming, Gabbard dismantled her critics with […]
February 1, 2025 There were sighs of relief in Israel and Thailand yesterday as eight hostages, including three Israelis and five Thai nationals, were released from Hamas captivity in Gaza. The freed hostages are now recovering with their families after enduring weeks of captivity under harsh conditions. Dramatic Transfers Amidst Tensions In Khan Younis, Hamas […]
Washington DC February 1, 2025 The idea of the United States purchasing Greenland has resurfaced in geopolitical discussions, with historian and writer Mike Coté making the case for why such a move would benefit the U.S., Denmark, and Greenland alike. While critics dismiss the idea as impractical or outdated, Coté argues that acquiring Greenland could […]
Washington, D.C. – Former Congresswoman and U.S. Army Reserve officer Tulsi Gabbard appeared before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday for her confirmation hearing as the nominee for Director of National Intelligence (DNI). In her opening statement, Gabbard vowed to restore trust in the intelligence community, combat political weaponization of intelligence, and ensure unbiased, apolitical […]
The Center for the Study of Law and Religion at Emory University and Canopy Forumin collaboration with the International Institute for Religious Freedom hosted a virtual symposium, Masking Religious Freedom Violations on November 20th at 10 am to 12 pm EST. This symposium explores the complex and multifaceted nature of religious discrimination, moving beyond traditional analyses and narrow definitions to […]