Gush Shalom (Translated from Hebrew, the name means “The Peace Bloc”)is the hard core of the Israeli peace movement. Often described as “resolute”, “militant”, “radical” or “consistent”, it is known for its unwavering stand in times of crisis, such as the al-Aksa intifada. For years now, Gush Shalom has played a leading role in determining … Read more
The primary aim of Gush Shalom is to influence Israeli public opinion and lead it towards peace and reconciliation with the Palestinian people, based on the following principles: Putting an end to the occupation, Accepting the right of the Palestinian people to establish an independent and sovereign State of Palestine in all the territories occupied … Read more
A list of Gush-Shalom actions since its coming about in 1992, updated until Dec. 2006 17.12.92 – On the day of the mass-deportation of 415 Palestinians, demonstration against the decision, at the Tel-Aviv Hilton, where Mr. Rabin was about to make a speech. 26.12.92 – Torch parade in Tel-Aviv against the deportation, initiated by Peace … Read more
Uri Avnery – peace activist, journalist, writer. founding member, Gush Shalom (peace bloc), independent peace movement (1993) former publisher and editor-in-chief, Haolam Hazeh news magazine (1950-1990) former member of the Knesset (three terms: 1965-1969, 1969-1973, 1979-1981) founding member, Israeli Council for Israeli-Palestinian Peace (1975) columnist, Internet. born: September 10, 1923, Beckum, Germanyimmigration to Palestine: November … Read more