Al-Monitor Daily Briefing: Democratic newcomers challenge pro-Israel status quo

[logo]( [fb_icon]( [twitter_icon]( EDITOR'S PICKS Wednesday, October 31 | Daily Briefing [By: Bryant Harris on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018]( Washington 1 [Democratic newcomers challenge pro-Israel status quo]( Three Democratic candidates willing to challenge the bipartisan orthodoxy on Israel are likely to win seats in Congress next year. Palestine 2 [Palestinian journalists demand justice for slain colleague Khashoggi]( Although the Palestinian Authority (PA) backs Saudi Arabia in the Jamal Khashoggi affair, reflecting the PA's concern with political relations and a desire for material support, journalists and intellectuals are calling for those responsible to be held accountable. 3 [Iraqi border city eyes IS advance amid dust storms]( Iraqi security forces on Iraq's border with Syria have been placed on a higher level of alert amid an Islamic State advance on the Syrian side of the border. Israel 4 [Israeli artists campaign against 'Loyalty in Culture' law]( Stars of the Israeli entertainment industry prefer not to confront powerful Culture Minister Miri Regev on the "Loyalty in Culture" law, designed to defund cultural institutions "undermining the state’s values and symbols." Iran 5 [Rouhani finally engages with Reformists, but some see too little, too late]( While Rouhani’s long overdue meeting with Reformists is a step toward cooperation, they're right to be wary of his friendly gesture. Israel 6 [Kurdish film festival screens, then withdraws, Israeli movie]( Israeli filmmakers were surprised to learn that their film had been selected to be shown at the Duhok International Film Festival, only to be notified later that it was removed from the competition after being screened. Iran 7 [Woman's daring face-off with police van reignites Iran hijab debate]( Footage of a police van almost running over a woman has gone viral as Iranians speak out in in support of hijab protesters and against the controversial morality police. Egypt 8 [Manial Palace poised to open full collection]( Manial Palace, built by Prince Tewfik on an island in the Nile, houses an eclectic collection of furniture and other decorative arts. Iraq 9 [Iraqi prime minister faces pressure in forming his Cabinet]( Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi faces many obstacles from the parliamentary blocs in appointing his new Cabinet members. Egypt 10 [How did Egypt benefit from Cairo Water Week?]( The Egyptian government promoted through Cairo Water Week its concerns over water-related issues to international parties that attended this first-of-its kind event for Egypt. Palestine 11 [How Palestinian exports of $1 billion impact trade deficit]( Governmental and nongovernmental parties in Palestine are trying to support the export sector in a bid to reduce the trade deficit and dependency on the Israeli economy. Egypt 12 [Egypt to bridge 4% of budget deficit through elections]( Egypt’s National Elections Commission is set to impose a fine on Egyptians who did not take part in the March 2018 presidential elections. STAY CONNECTED [fb_icon_footer]( [twitter_icon_footer]( [instagram_icon_footer]( [rss_icon_footer]( CONTACT US [Support & Contact]( [Advertise](mailto:advertise@al-monitor.com) NEWSLETTERS [Subscribe]( TERMS OF USE [Visitor Agreement]( [Privacy Policy]( © 2018 Al-Monitor. All Rights Reserved. If you no longer wish to receive these emails you may [unsubscribe or manage your preferences]( at any time. Al-Monitor · 1850 K St NW · Suite 1225 · Washington, DC 20006 · USA