For years the small Jewish community in Bristol has kept a low profile. In recent years a real feeling of unease has prevailed as a result of the viciousness in which the media and so called local 'peace activists' have potrayed Israel.
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Should there be a demo against Armed Forces Day on June 26 in Cardiff?

The second British Armed Forces Day is being held in Cardiff on June the 26th. This is, of course, a state militarist parade justifying the crimes in Afghanistan and Iraq, promoting the patriotic poison amongst the general public which largely does not support the war. top CON-DEM politicians are of course going to be at this event.

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A few days ago we published a list of facts in regards to Israels position on the flottilla incident titled 'Flotilla Facts' Unfortunately Bristol Indymedia removed it after only two days. This is censorship of the worst kind and only allows one point of view to be aired. SHAME ON YOU! read full story / add a comment

Dialect Radio is a Bristol (UK) podcast produced by volunteers. Our main activity is our weekly current affairs and arts magazine programme Dialect, which is recorded at our Queen's Square studios and posted for download every week on Friday morning. Want to volunteer? Volunteering Bristol, Royal Oak House, Royal Oak Avenue, Bristol. BS1 4GB Tel: 0117 989 7733. Listen on air: 93.2 FM (BCFM), Sundays at 12 noon. Or listen live on the internet at http://www.bcfm.org.uk/ read full story / add a comment

Join the protest against Israel's attack on the aid flotilla - 3pm Saturday 5th June on the Centre (opposite Hippodrome) read full story / add a comment

On Saturday 5th June Bristol Stop The War Coalition & Bristol Palestine Solidarity Campaign are organising a protest calling for a full independent inquiry into Israel's attack on the aid flotilla to Gaza and for a permanent end to the blockade of Gaza.
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Palestine solidarity night. read full story / add a comment

Early yesterday morning Israeli forces attacked the international aid convoy Freedom Flotilla en route to the besieged Gaza Strip, killing 10 or more peace activists and leaving many more injured. The ship carrying food and medical supplies was stormed by commandos descending from helicopters. The interception reportedly took place in international waters, more than 150km (90 miles) off the coast of Gaza.
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News reports this morning state:- Israeli forces have attacked the international aid convoy Freedom Flotilla en route to the besieged Gaza Strip, killing 10 or more people and leaving many more injured. The attack happened at about 4am Monday morning after was stormed by commandos descending from helicopters. The interception reportedly took place in international waters, more than 150km (90 miles) off the coast of Gaza. Apparently the ships are being towed into ports in Israel and injured people evacuated by helicopter to hospitals in Israel. The al Jazeera reporter on board has confirmed there was absolutely no violence from the activists.

http://english.aljazeera.net/news/middleeast/2010/05/20....html

Two Bristol people, Sakir Yildirim from Fishponds and Cliff Hanley from Southville, both members of the Palestine Solidarity Campaign who have been raising funds for the flotilla were on the boats. We have no information on their condition as yet.

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i'm sure you already know about the action but the court case is due to start now on the 7th June 2010 read full story / add a comment

Two Bristol people are currently on-board a flotilla of eight boats carrying thousands of tons of aid to Gaza. The boats are currently anchored off Cyprus and were expected to proceed toward the Gaza coast later today.

However Israel has vowed its navy will stop the flotilla using “force”. The Israeli military is planning to intercept the flotilla and tow the ships to the Israeli port of Ashdod where all those on-board will be deported.

A stand-off seems likely to develop – watch this space for updates.

For latest news of the flotilla with continual live TV broadcasting see:-
http://www.ihh.org.tr
It is probable the Israelis will attempt to jam communications when the ships approach the coast
For postings see also:-
www.irishingaza.wordpress.com
www.freegaza.org, (with twitter page)
www.witnessgaza.com
www.GazaBoatConvoy.co.uk read full story / add a comment

Film night at the Magpie and Peace vigil outside the trial in Hove Brighton

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Bristol PSC monthly meeting, discussing how we can aid in informing people and stopping the occupation of Palestine. read full story / add a comment

Stop The War Coalition are organising a major one-day conference 'Stop Islamophobia: Defend the Muslim Community' in London on Saturday June 5th. People will be going from Bristol.

If you are interested in going email bristolstopwar@hotmail.com as soon as possible or phone 07766 432413.

Alternatively tickets (£5) can be purchased at http://stopwar.org.uk/content/view/1860/1/ or call 020 7801 2768.
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FILM AND TALK
The War that never ends read full story / add a comment

SATURDAY 8th May
Cement For Gaza project
Street Stall
Time 1-3pm
Place: St Marks Road, Easton (between the shops and the Mosque)
All welcome. FFI www.bristolpsc.info read full story / add a comment

On December the 4th 2009 the 'Bristol to Gaza' truck and ambulances set off to London, joining up with the rest of the UK convoy consisting of hundreds of vehicles and volunteers.
These convoy heroes came back to tell of the horrors of life in post-bombarded Gaza. News stifled by our media, and that certain people, even on this website, constantly belittle, deny and spin with such alacrity that one wonders if they are not in constant touch with the spin-master generals, "Middle East Peace Envoy" Anthony Lynton B'Liar and Alistair Campbell.
Very shortly another convoy is about to be launched..... read full story / add a comment

David Rovics is one of the foremost singer/songwriters on Palestine, Anti-war, and the campaign movemement in general. He is currently touring the UK and will be doing 20 gigs, most of them with the Attila the Stockbroker. Details below and at www.davidrovics.com.

He plays Bristol on Wednesday 12th May at the Thunderbolt (with special guest GECKO) http://www.thethunderbolt.net
The Thunderbolt, The Olde Turnpike, 124 Bath Road, Totterdown Bristol BS4 3ED
Tel:0117 3738947
£6.00 in advance, £8.00 on the door
BUY TICKETS from Bristol Ticket Shop, Union Street Tel 01179299008 www.Bristolticketshop.co.uk read full story / add a comment

The occupation of Afghanistan and other aspects of the so-called 'war on terror' have been largely absent from the general election campaign. Despite (or because) the vast majority of people thinking that British troops should be brought home from Afghanistan, the major parties have avoided speaking about the issue at every opportunity. Many voters want to know where candidates stand. Stop The War nationally drew up seven questions to gauge candidates' views. read full story / add a comment

A Free Screening of To Shoot an Elephant at the Classics Free Shop, Stokes croft, Bristol. A film by Alberto Arce and Muhammad Rujailah documenting life and death in the Gaza strip during 'Operation Cast Lead'. read full story / add a comment