Faculty Voted to Let 13 Pro-Palestine Seniors Graduate. Harvard Overruled Them.
Pro-Palestine students protested Harvard's decision not to confer degrees on 13 seniors due to their involvement in a pro-Palestine encampment. [ more ]
Genocide Fuels Climate Crisis. The Fate of Palestine Shapes Our Climate Future.
Israel's genocidal attack on Gaza has resulted in immense destruction of homes, schools, hospitals, and cultural institutions, with devastating impacts on the Palestinian population. [ more ]
China and Indonesia Call for Immediate and Lasting Ceasefire in Gaza
China and Indonesia jointly call for a cease-fire in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of resolving the Palestinian issue through a two-state solution. [ more ]
Spain, Ireland poised to back Palestinian state DW 05/20/2024
UN General Assembly expands rights of Palestine, EU members plan to recognize Palestine, Israeli offensive in Gaza hampers two-state solution. [ more ]
The U.N. General Assembly backs the Palestinians' membership bid
The U.N. General Assembly voted to grant new rights and privileges to Palestine and urged the Security Council to reconsider its request for U.N. membership. [ more ]
Roger Waters on Gaza, resistance and doing the right thing
Roger Waters, co-founder of Pink Floyd, is an outspoken voice for Palestine, facing backlash for his activism.
Waters' activism includes criticism of Israeli government policies, with opponents accusing him of anti-Semitism and attempting to vilify his beliefs. [ more ]
Harvard students set up tents in Harvard Yard, joining nationwide pro-Palestine encampment movement
Students are protesting Harvard's suspension of the only pro-Palestine student group, with the Massachusetts ACLU raising concerns about possible unlawfulness. [ more ]
Palestinian president rejected U.S. requests to hold off on UN membership vote
Palestinian President Abbas rejected the Biden administration's request to halt a UN Security Council vote on granting Palestine full membership. [ more ]
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators shut down airport highways and bridges in major cities
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators in multiple U.S. states blocked major roadways, including airports and bridges, as part of a global economic blockade to free Palestine. [ more ]
Al-Quds Day is an annual day to express support for Palestine and oppose Israeli occupation.
Initiated by Iran's Supreme Leader Khomeini in 1979, the event symbolizes solidarity with Palestinians and resistance against Israeli occupation.
Some observers suggest Iran initiated Quds Day to advance its political interests by fighting against Israel and Western powers through proxies. [ more ]
Academic Institutions in the West Can No Longer Remain Silent on Gaza
Academic institutions displayed double standards in showing solidarity for Ukraine but not for Palestine.
Efforts to criminalize displays of Palestinian flags are taking place in the U.K. while scholarship funds are being allocated for Ukrainian students. [ more ]
How Israeli and Palestinian Medical Volunteers Work Across Borders to Save Lives
Israeli-Canadian peace activist killed by Hamas was dedicated to driving critically ill Palestinian patients to Israeli hospitals for specialized care.
The medical administration of occupied Palestinian territory faces resource limitations, causing many patients to seek specialized treatment in Israeli and East Jerusalem hospitals. [ more ]
Bloody battle' for Labour as independents target London MPs over Gaza
Pro-Palestinian candidates in London are working together to unseat MPs who did not support a ceasefire in Parliament.
Wes Streeting, shadow health secretary, is a top target for independent candidates due to his small majority and a significant Muslim population in his constituency. [ more ]