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Amid Reform Demands, Abbas Names Adviser as Prime Minister

TL/DR - Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has appointed Mohammad Mustafa, a US-educated economist, as the next prime minister as part of the US's push to reform the Palestinian Authority for Gaza's postwar vision. Abbas tasked Mustafa with drafting a plan to reunite administration in the West Bank and Gaza, lead government reforms, and fight…

West MI Jewish Community Unites in Support for Israel

TL/DR - Hamas, an Islamic militant group, launched a surprise attack on Israel, resulting in the loss of hundreds of lives and leaving thousands wounded. Temple Emanuel in Grand Rapids, Michigan held a gathering to remember the casualties. Israeli officials have declared war on Hamas in response to the attack. Grand Rapids Temple Emanuel…