Stories of cooperation during this time of tragic conflict in Gaza and Israel

During this time of tragic conflict in Gaza and Israel, the media is full of images and stories about violence, and the battle between the Israel Defense Force and Hamas.

But far from the media spotlight, stories of cooperation and coexistence still exist, stories that demonstrate the extraordinary ability of ordinary people on both sides of the conflict to reach out and help one another.

Last week, while missiles were raining down on both Gaza and Israel, Israeli and Palestinian doctors worked together to save the life of Jafar, a two-week-old Palestinian baby, born with a heart defect. The full story, finding hope in the midst of conflict, can be found here:

Even at this difficult time, ISRAEL21c continues, as it has for seven years, to report on the story that will remain long after the shelling stops: how Israeli innovation in technology, healthcare, cleantech and social action can, given the opportunity, improve the lives of people throughout the world.