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Visit the Gaza border with IDF Col. (Res.) Grisha Yakubovich

Tired of seeing Israel portrayed as a brutal occupier in the media? An exclusive opportunity to travel with HonestReporting to the Gaza border, and hear from an expert with real insight and inside information. Monday 29th April,…

Emanuel Miller
April 15, 2019
12:00 am

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Tired of seeing Israel portrayed as a brutal occupier in the media?

An exclusive opportunity to travel with HonestReporting to the Gaza border, and
hear from an expert with real insight and inside information.

Monday 29th April, 2019

Join us for an exclusive day of military & security
briefings with IDF Col. (Res.) Grisha Yakubovich

Former Head of the Civilian Department in the IDF’s Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) unit, Col. Yakubovich led strategic dialogue with the international community, Israeli govt. system and Palestinian Authority on economics, infrastructure and foreign affairs. An expert on Israeli policy in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, Col. Yakubovich brings an unparalleled insider’s perspective from a range of roles in the field and from the highest levels of decision-making in Israel.

Our day will focus on the policy, economics, infrastructure, society and security, from a historical perspective, the present, and what to expect for the future.

During the day, we will explore significant topics such as:

Infrastructure & development of the Gaza Strip
Israeli & international assistance to Gaza
Palestinian Authority – Hamas – Israel relations
How the Hamas terror group seized power, and its plan for Gaza’s development and future
Review of the present day situation, and possible solutions for the future

During the day we will:

Receive a VIP briefing at the Erez crossing
Visit significant sites along the Gaza border
Experience everyday life on a kibbutz near the border
Meet residents living within range of rocket attacks

Meeting point:
Bus leaves from HR offices at 8.30am promptly
Option for shuttle from Tel Aviv (Arlozorov)
Advance registration and payment required

Cost: $195 per person, including kosher meat lunch (vegetarian option available)

Limited places available, register now to avoid disappointment!

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Emanuel Miller

Emanuel Miller is a Jerusalem-based writer who has previously worked for the Jerusalem Post and the Times of Israel, and helped establish the English media department of My Truth, an organization that documents the experiences of Israeli soldiers while facing an immoral, cynical enemy. He regularly speaks about Israel, media bias, and Israel's geopolitical complexities to audiences including Birthright groups, student leaders visiting Israel, and for those seeking to get a more nuanced understanding of Israel.

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