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About Uri
Twenty years ago, I published my first story for a Jerusalem weekly newspaper. Since then, I
gained knowledge, connections and a deep understanding of covering the news in Israel,
Palestine, U.S. and parts of the world. With my ability to navigate Israel & Palestine, I conducted hard­ hitting investigations which revealed secret money trails of corrupt politicians, recognized tendencies in
social networks, uncovered military wrongdoings and produced breaking news coverage for both
local and international audiences.

My investigative storytelling crossed multiple platforms, from writing for reputable print newspapers
and magazines, such as Haaretz and Harper’s, to digital platforms like ProPublica, Mashable, Quartz and Fusion. As the local field producer of Japanese­ based Fuji TV news for eight years, I coordinated all crews sent to Israel by choosing compelling news topics for coverage, selecting the best filming locations and identifying interviewees. With this responsibility, I produced Fuji’s coverage of the disengagement from Gaza, wars in Lebanon and Gaza, election campaigns, the visit of Japanese Prime Minister in Israel and much more.

Over the years, I also worked as the local producer for some of U.K.’s Channel 4 “Unreported World” documentaries, a PBS’s “Frontline” episode, Morgan Spurlock’s “Where in the World is Osama Bin­-Laden” feature film and more. Radio coverage provided a new challenge during my recent work as fixer and producer for BBC World Service during the Israel’s election period.

During my Nieman Fellowship for Journalism at Harvard University, I researched different models for an investigative news platform, while gaining video editing experience, innovative reporting skills, storytelling abilities, data­ mining and visualization tools. I also participated in a hands ­on, intensive seminar on the future of journalism at MIT’s Media Lab.

Currently based out of D.C., I am available to work in the U.S. and in Israel
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The mountains of garbage in Gaza are also a threat to Israel

04 Nov 2024  |  fr.timesofisrael.com
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has led to a severe waste management crisis in Gaza, with over 330,000 tons of untreated solid waste posing significant health and environmental risks. The situation threatens not only Gaza's residents but also Israeli soldiers and citizens due to potential disease spread. Israel is taking measures to mitigate these risks, including vaccinating soldiers against poliomyelitis and collaborating with international organizations to provide vaccines and repair sanitation infrastructure in Gaza. The crisis highlights the interconnectedness of health and environmental issues across borders, emphasizing the need for strategic solutions.

Kagoshima Prefectural Police: It Is Hard to Say Allegations Have Been Cleared

03 Aug 2024  |  qoshe.com
The Kagoshima prefectural police chief, holding the highest position in the organization, faces ongoing allegations. Despite efforts to address these issues, it remains challenging to declare the allegations fully cleared.

Israeli groups that block aid entering Gaza receive tax-deductible donations from US

16 Jul 2024  |  www.timesofisrael.com
Israeli far-right groups, including Mother’s March, Torat Lechima, and Tzav 9, have been blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza while receiving tax-deductible donations from the US and Israel. Despite US and Israeli commitments to aid delivery, these groups have raised significant funds, with some activities sanctioned by the US and EU. The Israeli government has shown inconsistency in its aid policy, with limited enforcement against these groups. The US State Department has urged Israel to ensure aid delivery, while Israeli officials have largely remained silent on the issue.

Columnists and their posts brought to you by social media popularity

07 Apr 2024  |  qoshe.com
The text is a compilation of articles and opinions from various authors discussing a range of topics including conflicts in Yemen and Gaza, political statements, social issues, and the impact of technology on society. It highlights incidents such as missile attacks off the coast of Yemen, the Israel-Hamas conflict, and the role of social media platforms like TikTok in shaping public discourse. The articles also touch on geopolitical shifts, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the interplay of human selves.

Bin Laden, Hamas and the Sudanese money man

21 Dec 2023  |  KRDO
Abdelbasit Hamza, a financier linked to Hamas and previously sentenced in Sudan for corruption, continues to maintain business interests in Europe despite US sanctions. His network, associated with Osama Bin Laden, includes companies in Cyprus, Spain, and Egypt. The US sanctioned Hamza following Hamas' October 7 attack on Israel, but critics argue that both the US and Israel underestimated the threat posed by Hamas' financial networks. Hamza, released from prison after a 2021 coup in Sudan, denies involvement in Hamas financing. The article highlights the complexities of international sanctions and the challenges in dismantling illicit financial networks.

Bin Laden, Hamas and the Sudanese money man

21 Dec 2023  |  KION546
A Hamas-linked financier, Abdelbasit Hamza, maintains a network of business interests in Europe despite US sanctions, according to leaked documents. Hamza, linked to Osama Bin Laden, has been involved in various businesses, including a Cypriot firm and a Spanish real estate company. He was arrested in Sudan in 2019 but released after a military coup in 2021. Investigations by CNN, Shomrim, and the ICIJ have highlighted the extent of his assets and raised questions about the effectiveness of Israeli and US efforts to combat Hamas' global financial network. The US State Department has not commented on the findings, and Hamza denies involvement in Hamas financing.

Bin Laden, Hamas and the Sudanese money man

21 Dec 2023  |  abc17news.com
Abdelbasit Hamza, a financier with links to Hamas and Osama Bin Laden, maintains European business interests despite US sanctions. His network, once valued over $2bn, includes a Cypriot firm and a Spanish real estate company. Hamza was jailed in Sudan for handling Hamas' money but claims innocence. Israel and the US face criticism for underestimating Hamas' financial threat. Documents from the 'Cyprus Confidential' leak reveal Hamza's business dealings, including a stake in Matz Holdings, which holds concessions for gold mines in Egypt. The US Treasury Department sanctioned Hamza and his companies for terrorism financing. The UK also sanctioned Hamza, but the EU has not. Questions arise over the failure to neutralize Hamas' financial networks after their attack on Israel, which resulted in 1,200 deaths and over 240 hostages. Netanyahu has been accused of allowing Hamas to receive cash for 'humanitarian reasons,' which critics say fueled their finance networks. Sudan's anti-corruption task force indicted Hamza, but following a military coup, his assets were returned, and he was released from prison.

Bin Laden, Hamas and the Sudanese money man

21 Dec 2023  |  kesq.com
A Hamas-linked financier, Abdelbasit Hamza, maintains a network of business interests in Europe despite US sanctions. Hamza, linked to Osama Bin Laden, was arrested in Sudan in 2019 but released after a 2021 military coup. He denies financing Hamas. Israeli and US authorities are criticized for underestimating Hamas' threat. Hamza's assets, including stakes in companies in Cyprus, Spain, and Egypt, are part of a complex financial network. The US and UK have sanctioned Hamza, but the EU has not. The article highlights the ongoing challenges in curbing Hamas' financial networks.

Bin Laden, Hamas and the Sudanese money man

21 Dec 2023  |  ktvz.com
A Hamas-linked financier, Abdelbasit Hamza, maintains a network of business interests in Europe despite US sanctions. Hamza, linked to Osama Bin Laden, was arrested in Sudan in 2019 and jailed for handling Hamas' money but was released after a 2021 military coup. Investigations by CNN, Shomrim, and the ICIJ reveal Hamza's extensive business portfolio, including companies in Cyprus, Spain, Egypt, and Sudan. Critics argue that Israel and the US underestimated Hamas' threat, with significant consequences. The US and UK have sanctioned Hamza, but the EU has not yet followed suit. The article highlights the complexities and failures in curbing Hamas' financial networks.

How Hamas-linked financier keeps up his business network despite sanctions

21 Dec 2023  |  www.cnn.com
Abdelbasit Hamza, a financier linked to Hamas and previously sentenced for corruption in Sudan, continues to maintain a network of business interests in Europe despite US sanctions. His business dealings span multiple countries and include significant assets in Cyprus, Spain, Egypt, and Sudan. Hamza, who denies any involvement with Hamas or Osama Bin Laden, was released from prison following a military coup in Sudan. Critics argue that Israel and the US underestimated the threat posed by Hamas' financial networks, leading to significant security oversights. The US Treasury Department and other international bodies have imposed sanctions on Hamza, but his financial network remains largely intact.
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