Since Israel’s inception, Canada has been at the forefront in its unwavering support of the Jewish state.


Jon Elmer is a Canadian journalist based in Bethlehem, covering the conflict in the occupied territories since 2003.
Since Israel’s inception, Canada has been at the forefront in its unwavering support of the Jewish state.

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Hamas side-stepping blockade by increasing local food production and self-sufficiency.

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