SHABBAT READING
The Tzaraʿat Paradox: Prof. Albert I. Baumgarten, The Torah.com, Apr. 15, 2021 — The rules of the skin condition called tzaraʿat begin with a series of descriptions of the signs that indicate its presence, such as swelling, rash, and white discoloration. The person is then to approach a priest who will decide on its status depending on its exact appearance:
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A Strategic Outlier: Why Muslim-majority Azerbaijan Stands by Israel Amid the Gaza War: Farhan Khan, India Today, May 1, 2025
Why Benjamin Netanyahu’s Trip to Azerbaijan Matters | Opinion: Joseph Epstein and Alex Grinberg, Newsweek, Apr. 30, 2025
Azerbaijan: Augmenting the Abraham Accords: Martin Sherman, JNS, Apr. 16, 2025
Azerbaijan’s Entry into Israeli Waters May Open New Export Routes with Turkey: Dr. Elai Rettig, BESA Geo-Energy Insights No. 8, Apr. 9, 2025
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FOR FURTHER REFERENCE
A War Between Israel and Turkey Can Be Prevented with Azerbaijan’s Help – Opinion: Roman Gurevich, Jerusalem Post, Apr. 15, 2025 — At the prestigious international forum taking place at ADA University – the diplomatic academy under Azerbaijan’s Foreign Affairs Ministry – President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan voiced his concern over growing tensions between Israel and Turkey.
Another Shadow War? Amid Middle East Tensions, Rivals Israel & Iran Now Rush to Woo Azerbaijan: Hindustan Times, Apr. 30, 2025 — Azerbaijan just hosted the Iranian president — and weeks later, Israel’s prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to land in Baku. Why is a small Caspian nation suddenly at the center of such high-stakes diplomacy?
Mediator in the Middle: Azerbaijan’s Role in Fragile Israel-Turkey Dialogue: Itamar Eichner, Ynet News, Apr. 10, 2025 — As talks between Turkey and Israel continue with Azerbaijan as the mediator, a source familiar with the details revealed that “the understanding is that both sides need this, and therefore the decision is that there will be continued discussions.”
The “Unique” Aliyev Is Betting on Israel: Baku Is Playing and Taking Big Risks: EAD, May 2, 2025 — In the coming days, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will pay an official visit to Baku, where he will hold talks with the Azerbaijani leader.