The judge ruled that the actions of the protester, who displayed a sign reading 'Chikli is abandoning the hostages,' were 'a clear expression of freedom of speech,' adding that 'freedom of expression is the lifeblood of democracy'

Humanitarian organizations in Gaza reject the army's plan, saying it will harm the population's security. The Washington Post reported that Israel will allow 60 aid trucks to enter Gaza daily and that residents may collect food and household products at six hubs

The Israeli north and south have been empty for many months. Now Carmen from Madrid, Trevor from London and Albert and Janny from Apeldoorn join Israeli kibbutz members in helping deserted towns look better