Studies show that US coverage is Israeli-centric. The main bureaus for CNN, Associated Press, Time, etc. are located in Israel and often staffed by Israelis. The son of the NY Times bureau chief is in the Israeli army;"pundit" Jeffrey Goldberg served in the IDF; Wolf Blitzer worked for AIPAC. Because the U.S. gives Israel over $8 million/day - more than to any other nation - we feel it is essential that we be fully informed on this region. Below are news reports to augment mainstream coverage.

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Women Prisoners salted for release in Shalit video deal named

Ynet
Majority of 20 female Palestinian prisoners pardoned in exchange for proof of life from Hamas-held soldier were to be released within year's time. Full story

Background on female prisoners held by Israel