Benjamin (Benny) Sharoni is the current Consul General of the State of Israel to New England, heading its mission in Boston, MA since August 2024.
He joined Matt Gagnon and discussed the ongoing conflict in Gaza, emphasizing frustration with international reactions, particularly European countries recognizing a Palestinian state. Sharoni argued that recognizing Hamas now rewards its actions and prolongs the conflict. He highlighted Israel’s disengagement from Gaza in 2005, which led to Hamas control and the October 7 attack. Sharoni stressed Israel’s goal of replacing Hamas with a civilian authority in Gaza, ensuring security to prevent future attacks. He noted Israel’s broader strategic challenges from regional threats and the need for a lasting solution to avoid future conflicts.
The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years will soon be banished from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists.
Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.
The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.
Six Flags Over Georgia opened its gates Friday evening for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park's towering roller coasters.
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