‘Peace has become a dirty word’: Israel’s peace camp gathers
The 'People’s Peace Summit' took place in Tel Aviv on April 30, 2026, bringing together hundreds of Israeli peace activists amid growing political challenges for the left ahead of national elections. Organized by the 'It’s Time' coalition, the event emphasized hope and unity despite limited Palestinian participation due to restrictive permit policies. Prominent figures like singer Noa and left-wing lawmakers voiced support for a two-state solution, though mainstream political representation and media coverage remained minimal.
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‘Peace has become a dirty word’: Israel’s peace camp gathersSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPeople hold a rally in Rome to back a flotilla bringing medical supplies to Palestinian civilians that Israeli forces raided on April 29.PHOTO: EPAPublished May 01, 2026, 06:02 PMUpdated May 01, 2026, 06:06 PMListenTEL AVIV – Colourful images doves decorated the backdrop of the stage where the Jerusalem Youth Choir singing in Hebrew and Arabic, opening the main event of the “People’s Peace Summit”.The third edition of the annual event was held in Tel Aviv on April 30 and attended by hundreds of participants.The conference was organised by the “It’s Time” coalition, more than 80 organisations working to bring the Israeli-Palestinian conflict to an end with an agreement…
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