Israel-Hamas War

Amid the multiple analyses emerging of the latest major development in the now 150-plus-year-old Palestinian-Israeli conflict, one matter being largely passed over is any mention of how an international youth music festival played a central role in the planned Hamas assault.

On Monday the Spokane City Council voted unanimously to condemn the attacks on Israel after Councilman Jonathan Bingle, who introduced the resolution, said he spoke with local Jews. Not all agree that it was the right move.

Chabad of Spokane County will be hosting a pro-Israel rally in downtown Spokane on Sunday. It will be held at 4 p.m. at the Riverfront Park Rotary Fountain.

This week’s roundup shares news locally related to Israel-Hamas War, a new youth homeless shelter breaking ground, Whitworth's Jonathan Moo's promotion, and big names coming to Be Bold for Jesus conference.

Hamas will get the lethal and swift response from the overwhelming Israeli forces, but what about the Palestinian civilians living in Gaza without shelter, electricity, fuel, food or any medical aid? Who will give them swift justice?

Rabbi of Chabad of Spokane County and Temple Beth Shalom react to the Hamas attack on Israel.

On Shabbat and during a Jewish holiday, Hamas attacked — brutally killing hundreds and kidnapping families from their homes.