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1 day ago
US news

Chants of 'intifada' ring out from pro-Palestinian protests. But what's it mean?

Language like 'intifada' is a battleground in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, evoking strong emotions and differing interpretations. [ more ]
#hamas
www.nytimes.com
4 days ago
New York City

I'll Be Strong for You.' A Former Hostage Awaits Her Husband's Release.

Hamas released a video of an American-Israeli hostage, alarming families of hostages. Aviva Siegel, a former hostage, shared her harrowing experience. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
New York City

Biden and Blinken Accuse I.C.C. Prosecutor of Falsely Equating Israel and Hamas

President Biden condemns ICC chief prosecutor's decision on Israeli officials' arrest warrants. [ more ]
time.com
1 month ago
JavaScript

Netanyahu Vows to Invade Rafah With or Without a Deal' as Hamas Ceasefire Talks Continue

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu pledges incursion into Gaza's Rafah, vowing to destroy Hamas' battalions for total victory despite ongoing ceasefire negotiations. [ more ]
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1 month ago
World news

Hamas says it's preparing to respond to Israel's latest Gaza cease-fire proposal

Hamas considering Israeli cease-fire suggestions for Gaza conflict. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Opinion | The Appalling Tactics of the Free Palestine' Movement

Rise in antisemitism and protests at Berkeley City Council meeting.
Criticism of pro-Hamas movements and associations to antisemitism. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

How does US intelligence disagree with Israel on Gaza?

Hamas deemed indestructible by US intelligence
Question surrounding US arming Israel despite perceived unwinnable war [ more ]
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Truthout
1 week ago
Writing

Muslim and Arab Writers Are Challenging Western Imperialism's Narrative

Anthology 'Stories From the Center of the World' showcases diverse Middle Eastern writers' voices. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Business

Yellen Warns Israel Against Cutting off Palestinian Banks

Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen warned against cutting off ties between Palestinian and Israeli banks, emphasizing potential economic destabilization in the West Bank. [ more ]
#two-state-solution
www.dw.com
1 week ago
Europe politics

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 Nation
1 month ago
JavaScript

Can We Build a Shared Homeland for Israelis And Palestinians?

A Land for All organization strives for a long-term political solution for Palestinians and Israeli Jews. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
4 months ago
Europe politics

EU's top diplomat pushes Israel on two-state solution and calls for an independent' Palestinian state

EU foreign ministers met to discuss a comprehensive peace plan for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict proposed by Josep Borrell.
The plan calls for a preparatory peace conference with international participation and emphasizes the need for a two-state solution. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Israel's Netanyahu doubles down on opposition to Palestinian statehood

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects Palestinian sovereignty over Gaza and the occupied territory, opposing President Biden's push for a two-state solution.
Netanyahu insists on full Israeli security control over the Palestinian territories to ensure that Gaza does not pose a threat to Israel. [ more ]
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#war-crimes
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
World news

Israel-Gaza war live: at least 20 people killed in strike on refugee camp in central Gaza, says hospital

Israeli war cabinet minister threats resignation if Gaza plan not adopted. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

The unravelling of the New York Times' Hamas rape' story

The New York Times published a discredited article about Hamas's agenda to weaponize rape and sexual violence.
Controversies surrounding Western media outlets' bias in reporting on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict have been exposed. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Health

The war on Gaza is a health justice issue, too

Global health community urged to take immediate action on Israeli government's actions in Gaza
Israel's deliberate targeting of hospitals in Gaza has severely affected the healthcare system in the region. [ more ]
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#gaza-strip
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2 weeks ago
US news

U.S. military says aid is now being delivered into Gaza over a floating pier

Trucks carrying aid entered Gaza via U.S. floating pier amid Israeli restrictions and ongoing conflict, but the project is not a long-term solution for the scarce supplies. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
US news

In Gaza, a hidden threat could kill Palestinians even after a cease-fire

Returnees in Gaza face risks from unexploded ordnance post-Israeli withdrawal. [ more ]
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#violence
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Medicine

British surgeon in Gaza speaks out as Israel offensive deepens in Rafah video

Doctors in Gaza struggle with limited resources amidst escalating violence and high patient influx. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Israeli forces launch deadly raids in occupied West Bank

Israeli forces have killed at least four Palestinians, including two minors, in raids in the West Bank.
Witnesses contradict Israeli forces' claim that a 13-year-old Palestinian boy shot fireworks at them, leading to his death. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Palestinian-American teen one of hundreds killed by Israelis in West Bank

Palestinian-American teenager, Tawfiq Ajaq, was killed by Israeli soldiers and settlers in the occupied West Bank
His father, Hafez Ajaq, criticized the use of US tax dollars to support the violence [ more ]
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The Nation
2 weeks ago
Writing

My Grandmother Survived the Nakba-Now I Hope to Survive a Genocide

Generational trauma and displacement are evoked as Palestinians face repeated cycles of violence, echoing experiences of Nakba refugees. [ more ]
#president-biden
Truthout
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Vows to Withhold Some Bombs If Israel Invades Rafah, Downplaying Ongoing Invasion

President Biden falsely claimed Israeli forces hadn't entered Rafah yet, despite civilian casualties and ongoing violence. [ more ]
Axios
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Biden on hot mic: Told Bibi we needed "come to Jesus" meeting on Gaza

President Biden plans tough meeting with Israeli PM Netanyahu regarding Gaza situation.
Biden strives for a two-state solution and emphasizes humanitarian aid for Gaza. [ more ]
morepresident-biden
#pro-palestinian-activism
Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

'Are you a Zionist?' Checkpoints at UCLA encampment provoked fear, debate among Jews

Jewish students at UCLA faced intimidation and restrictions during the pro-Palestinian encampment, which resulted in a clash with pro-Israel counterprotesters and violent incidents. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Activists Deface Portrait of Balfour, Who Supported Jewish Homeland

Pro-Palestinian group defaced century-old portrait of Arthur James Balfour at Cambridge University in protest.
Art defacement used as a protest tactic to highlight conflicts and oppressions. [ more ]
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#campus-safety
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Education

UK universities must show leadership' over Gaza protests, says Gillian Keegan

University leaders should demonstrate leadership during student protests on Israel's military action in Gaza to ensure campus safety and inclusion. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago
Education

Report: Most Jewish, Muslim students fearful amid conflict

Over half of Jewish and Muslim students, and a fifth of college students, feel unsafe due to Israeli-Palestinian conflict stances.
Fears on campus may stem from misunderstandings of differing views, with real violence incidents and discriminatory sentiments identified. [ more ]
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time.com
1 month ago
Education

Columbia's Relationship With Student Protesters Has Long Been Fraught

Campus protests at Columbia University continue after 50 years, focusing on divestment from companies with Israeli ties and support for Palestinians in Gaza. [ more ]
#campus-protests
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

Tensions Rise at U.N.C. Chapel Hill After Dozens of Pro-Palestinian Demonstrators Are Detained

Pro-Palestinian demonstrations turned chaotic at UNC Chapel Hill with clashes over flag replacement and university investment in Israel. [ more ]
time.com
1 month ago
Education

Why Colleges Don't Know What to Do About Campus Protests

Balancing free speech with student safety on college campuses amidst Israeli-Palestinian conflict protests. [ more ]
The New Yorker
5 months ago
Education

The Chancellor of Berkeley Weighs In

Protest has been a part of Carol Christ's experience at Berkeley throughout her career.
Campuses across the country have seen a wave of protests and accusations of both Islamophobia and antisemitism recently. [ more ]
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Truthout
1 month ago
Education

Pro-Palestine Protesters Occupy University Hall After Columbia Refuses to Divest

Protesters renamed the building "Hind's Hall" after a six-year-old Palestinian girl killed in Gaza. [ more ]
#international-court-of-justice
www.dw.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu vows to launch Rafah offensive DW 04/30/2024

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated a ground offensive in Rafah will proceed regardless of a truce agreement with Hamas. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

US tells ICJ Israel should not be ordered to immediately end occupation

The US opposes unconditional Israeli withdrawal from Palestinian territories.
Consideration of Israel's security needs is crucial for any withdrawal discussion. [ more ]
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#humanitarian-crisis
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
JavaScript

Why hasn't the US called for an investigation into mass graves in Gaza? | Arwa Mahdawi

The article criticizes the notion of "Palestine Rules," highlighting biased treatment against Palestinians. [ more ]
www.amny.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Biden tells Israel's Netanyahu future US support for war depends on new steps to protect civilians | amNewYork

Future U.S. support for Gaza war depends on Israel's steps to protect civilians and aid workers
Calls for independent investigation into Israeli airstrikes that killed aid workers [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US politics

How Biden Could Try to Coerce Israel to Change Its War Strategy

The Biden administration faces pressure to exert harder leverage on Israel in the Gaza conflict.
Former American officials call for Biden to use leverage to shift Israel's current military actions. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Photos: Israel strikes UN warehouse in Rafah as famine looms in Gaza

UNRWA warehouse in Gaza hit amid food supply efforts
Dire humanitarian situation in Gaza due to Israeli bombardment [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US politics

Harris to Push for Pause in Fighting in Meeting With Top Israeli Official

Vice President Kamala Harris to press for Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal with Benny Gantz at the White House.
Harris emphasizes urgency in securing a hostage deal, reducing humanitarian crisis, and involving the Palestinian Authority in postwar Gaza plans. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Israel's war on Gaza: List of key events, day 147

Israeli troops fired on Palestinians at an aid convoy, leading to significant casualties and condemnation.
International reactions to the incident varied, with Arab countries criticizing Israel, the U.S. expressing concern, and calls for de-escalation from other nations. [ more ]
morehumanitarian-crisis
#biden-administration
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Trump Compares Campus Protests to Violent White Supremacist Rally in Charlottesville

Former President Trump downplays Charlottesville violence, equates pro-Palestinian protests to riots. [ more ]
Axios
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

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 ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Joe Biden keeps on delivering a dangerous two-faced approach with Israel

Biden's support to Israel is contradictory with a mix of munitions supply and public criticism.
The approach aims to balance formal backing for Israel while appeasing far-left Democrats and Muslim-American voters. [ more ]
Truthout
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Palestine Advocates Slam Biden for Pushing $18 Billion Warplane Sale to Israel

The Biden administration is pushing for the sale of $18 billion worth of F-15 fighter jets to Israel despite criticisms of ongoing Israeli atrocities.
The proposed deal would involve the sale of 50 McDonnell Douglas F-15 fighters to Israel along with other support. [ more ]
WSJ
5 months ago
World news

Israel's Netanyahu Rejects U.S. Plan for Postwar Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will block the Biden administration's plan for the Palestinian Authority to take over Gaza.
Netanyahu opposes allowing those who support and finance terrorism into Gaza. [ more ]
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#free-speech
time.com
1 month ago
Education

Police Arrest More Than 100 Pro-Palestinian Protesters at Columbia University

New York police removed a pro-Palestinian protest encampment at Columbia University, arresting over 100 demonstrators, including Rep. Ilhan Omar's daughter. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
5 months ago
Digital life

Social media brands have proven incapable of determining what is & isn't hate speech

The article discusses the blurred line between free speech and hate speech in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The author shares personal experiences of facing backlash for voicing opinions online about the conflict. [ more ]
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Truthout
1 month ago
Europe politics

Spain and Slovenia Lead Push for EU Countries to Recognize Palestinian State

Full recognition of Palestine by European countries might help to secure a ceasefire in Gaza. [ more ]
Truthout
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Calls Grow for De-escalation as Israel Vows to Retaliate Against Iran

Global call for de-escalation in Middle East conflicts. [ more ]
#gaza-conflict
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Will Gaza be safer if Netanyahu quit as Israel PM? Likely not, say analysts

Criticism of Israeli leader Netanyahu doesn't diminish public support for the ongoing war with Gaza. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Huge protests across Israel are telling Netanyahu to leave, will it happen?

Israeli public calling for Netanyahu to step down due to performance and handling of Gaza conflict. Demonstrations reflect dissatisfaction with his leadership.
Calls for early elections and replacement of Netanyahu amidst accusations of obstructing deal with Hamas to bring back Israeli captives from Gaza. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Israel's war on Gaza: List of key events, day 165

Escalation of violence in Gaza
UN warning of famine in Gaza [ more ]
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#al-aqsa-mosque
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Prayers for Gaza: Palestinians mark sombre Eid at Al-Aqsa Mosque

More than 60,000 Palestinians offered subdued Eid prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque, mourning Gaza war victims.
Israeli police presence and restrictions during Eid prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque amid ongoing tensions in West Bank. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Palestinians fear Israeli violence in Jerusalem during Ramadan

Palestinians in East Jerusalem fear provocation during Ramadan
Tensions rise around Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan [ more ]
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www.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

Held Hostage by Hamas for 51 Days : State of the World from NPR

Aviva Siegel shares her experience as a hostage by Hamas.
Advocacy efforts for the release of remaining hostages are ongoing. [ more ]
Truthout
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Approved Bomb Sale to Israeli Military on Same Day It Killed Aid Workers

Biden administration approved bomb sale to Israel after controversial killing of aid workers in Gaza
The approved bomb sale includes thousands of bombs, raising concerns about further violence in the region [ more ]
#benjamin-netanyahu
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Shutdown threat: When has Israel targeted Al Jazeera before?

Netanyahu has repeatedly called to shut down Al Jazeera in Israel.
Israeli military has attacked and killed Al Jazeera journalists in Palestine. [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
US politics

U.S. Patience With Netanyahu is Running Out

Democrats are increasingly critical of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's handling of the Gaza conflict.
High-ranking Democratic officials, including President Biden and Sen. Schumer, are openly expressing frustration with Netanyahu. [ more ]
www.france24.com
4 months ago
France news

Live: Fighting rages across Gaza as Israeli troops push into Khan Younis

Fighting rages across Gaza with reports of gunfire, airstrikes, and tank shelling in Khan Younis.
Thousands of Israelis protest for the return of hostages in Gaza and early elections to oust Benjamin Netanyahu. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Friday Briefing

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects establishment of a Palestinian state and vows to prioritize total victory over Hamas in ongoing conflict.
The US State Department maintains that a lasting solution in the Gaza Strip requires the establishment of a Palestinian state, contradicting Netanyahu's stance. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Will Israel reach a deal on captives with Hamas?

Netanyahu insists the war on Gaza will continue despite growing anger over the Israeli army's killing of three captives.
Pressure is mounting on Netanyahu to secure the release of over 100 Israeli captives held in Gaza. [ more ]
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#human-rights
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Data science

Letters: Science of reading | Reverse devastation

Science of reading improves student outcomes significantly in Palo Alto Unified School District.
Call to action to support Assemblymember Rubio's bill AB 2222 for literacy equity. [ more ]
IndieWire
3 months ago
Film

'No Other Land' Review: Vital and Wrenching Doc About Israel's Barbaric Efforts to Expel a Palestinian Community from Its Own Land

Palestinian activist's son preserves memories through documentary
Film 'No Other Land' highlights Palestinian struggle under occupation [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Germany politics

Germany, a Loyal Israel Ally, Begins to Shift Tone as Gaza Toll Mounts

Germany's long-standing support for Israel is being questioned due to recent events in Gaza.
Chancellor Scholz's stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has shifted as international criticism grows. [ more ]
Truthout
2 months ago
Social justice

To Fight Global Fascism, We Must Confront Zionism

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is exposing the violent nature of colonialism and imperialism globally.
The genocide in Gaza is shedding light on the parallels between the struggles for liberation across different regions. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

ANALYSIS | How the NDP's motion on Israel could bring a profound shift in Canadian foreign policy | CBC News

The government is committed to following the passed motion on Gaza war and Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The NDP's motion was extensively rewritten during talks, toning down the original content, but still achieving important concessions for Palestinian civilians. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

More than 7,350 West Bank Palestinians arrested by Israel during Gaza war

Palestinians suffer abuse in Israeli custody
Thousands of Palestinians arrested and held unlawfully [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Netanyahu repeats Rafah assault threat, says civilians won't be locked in'

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu confirms ground offensive in southern Gaza.
Efforts to eliminate terrorist battalions in Rafah must prioritize enabling civilians to leave. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Massacre': Israel forces attack crowds waiting for aid in Gaza, killing 21

Israeli forces reportedly opened fire on Palestinians waiting for aid in Gaza City, resulting in multiple casualties.
Palestinian officials describe the attack as premeditated, leading to numerous deaths and injuries among those seeking humanitarian supplies. [ more ]
The Atlantic
2 months ago
Writing

The Cowardice of Guernica

The retraction of an essay sheds light on hardened sentiments in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The role of a literary magazine facing internal dissent due to publication decisions. [ more ]
#gaza
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Palestine footballer Barakat killed in Israel's attack on Gaza

Mohammed Barakat, a Palestinian footballer, died in an Israeli bombing in Khan Younis during the ongoing conflict.
Barakat was Gaza's first centurion of goals, known for scoring 114 goals, and his death is a significant loss to the Palestinian football community. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
US politics

Blinken Talks a Grand Vision for Mideast Peace but Hits a Wall in Israel

Secretary of State Antony Blinken expresses confidence in Middle Eastern support for a vision of a postwar Gaza including a Palestinian state alongside Israel.
Israel has not shown alignment with the Biden administration's long-term goals of a Palestinian state, and remains focused on the war in Gaza against Hamas. [ more ]
HuffPost
4 months ago
US news

Palestinians Flee From Gaza's Main Hospital As Strike Kills Hezbollah Commander In Lebanon

Medics, patients, and displaced people are fleeing from the main hospital in central Gaza due to the escalating fighting between Israeli forces and Palestinian militants.
Doctors Without Borders and other aid groups have withdrawn from Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah, causing panic among those sheltering there.
The offensive in Gaza has resulted in over 22,000 Palestinian deaths, widespread devastation, and displacement of nearly 85% of the population. [ more ]
www.france24.com
5 months ago
France news

Live: Israel steps up Gaza bombing as war enters new phase

Israeli aircraft and tanks intensified strikes in southern Gaza overnight, signaling a potential escalation of the conflict.
Israel plans to draw down forces in Gaza and shift to more localized operations. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

Israel's killing rage' will fuel conflict for 50 years, warns ex-UK defence secretary

Former UK defense secretary Ben Wallace warns that the Israeli government's actions in Gaza threaten the country's moral and legal authority.
International pressure on Israel is growing over the civilian casualties in Gaza. [ more ]
moregaza
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Israel's war on Gaza: List of key events, day 156

Famine crisis in northern Gaza with 25 deaths
International aid efforts and escalations in the region [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

UK students call on university to suspend rabbi who served in Israeli army

Protests at University of Leeds against Jewish chaplain with Israeli military background
Concerns over ethical implications of chaplain's military service in Israeli army
Students demand suspension of chaplain due to participation in conflict [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Monday Briefing

U.N. warns of increasing deaths in Gaza due to lack of supplies
Disagreement between Israeli military and Gazan health ministry on events in Gaza [ more ]
Truthout
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Millions Plan to Take Part in Global March on Saturday Calling for Israeli Ceasefire in Gaza

Millions to protest for Gaza ceasefire
Global solidarity protests for Gaza
Organizations uniting for Palestinian cause [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

The longer Biden enables Netanyahu, the more his presidency is at risk | Mohamad Bazzi

Netanyahu plans military control in post-war Gaza
US supports Israel despite objections from Biden [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Michigan Tests the Strength of Biden's Campaign

Biden and Trump are projected to win Michigan primaries overwhelmingly.
Michigan protests highlight intraparty division over Biden's stance on Israel and Gaza. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Criticism of Israel at Berlin Film Festival Stirs Antisemitism Debate

Film festival winners speak out against Israeli occupation and call for a cease-fire in Palestine.
Debate in Germany over whether public statements by artists should align with official stance on Israel. [ more ]
Truthout
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Claims Temporary Ceasefire Deal Is "Close" and Could Take Effect Next Week

Biden's statement of a close cease-fire deal surprised Israeli officials, while Hamas expressed skepticism.
Cease-fire deal negotiations include agreements on activities during Ramadan and unresolved issues remaining between Israel and Palestine. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
World news

UN defends Palestinian aid agency, and US has 1st military deaths in region since war in Gaza began

UN Secretary-General calls for resumption of funding for aid agency in Gaza
US officials closing in on a ceasefire agreement in Israeli-Palestinian conflict [ more ]
Truthout
4 months ago
Left-wing politics

New Film Examines US Jews' Growing Rejection of Israel's Occupation

Israelism documentary examines generational divide among Jewish Americans on the question of Palestine
Younger Jews increasingly critical of Israel and less supportive of Zionism [ more ]
#eu-foreign-ministers
HuffPost
4 months ago
Europe politics

European Union Pushes For Palestinian Statehood, Rejecting Israeli Leader's Insistence It's Off The Table

EU foreign ministers argue that the creation of a Palestinian state is the only way to achieve peace in the Middle East.
They express concern about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's rejection of the idea. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Europe politics

EU pushes for Palestinian statehood, rejecting Israeli leader's insistence it's off the table

EU foreign ministers argue that a Palestinian state is the only credible way to achieve peace in the Middle East.
They express concern about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's rejection of the idea. [ more ]
www.france24.com
4 months ago
France news

Live: EU foreign ministers to meet Israeli, Palestinian counterparts, push for lasting solution

EU foreign ministers meet to discuss prospects for peace between Israelis and Palestinians after Netanyahu rejects two-state solution
Palestinian death toll from the war surpasses 25,000 [ more ]
moreeu-foreign-ministers
sfist.com
4 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco Mayor London Breed Comes Out Against City's Gaza Ceasefire Resolution Passed This Week

San Francisco Mayor London Breed released a statement denouncing a Gaza ceasefire resolution approved by the city's Board of Supervisors.
The resolution passed with a supermajority of votes at 8-3, despite opposition from some supervisors and the mayor. [ more ]
#hamas-attack
The Atlantic
4 months ago
Writing

Two Jewish Writers, a Bottle of Whiskey, and a Post-October 7 Reality

Hamas's attack on October 7 had a profound impact on Israelis and Jews, creating a sense of continuous nightmare and rupture.
The authors Joshua Cohen and Ruby Namdar provide a unique perspective on the Jewish condition through their novels and offer insights into questions of identity and belonging. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

How do Palestinians factor into Israel's vision for the Middle East?

Palestinian statehood is not the solution
Focus should be on day-to-day necessities for Palestinians [ more ]
morehamas-attack
Los Angeles Times
4 months ago
Los Angeles

L.A. Times poll: Younger, older Californians take starkly different views of Israel-Hamas war

Younger voters in California are more likely to sympathize with Palestinians, while older voters side with Israel.
There are sharp divisions along ideological lines, with liberal voters believing Israel is using too much military force and conservative voters believing the force used has been about right or too little. [ more ]
Advocate.com
4 months ago
Women

It's time for women to lead the world to peace

Women leaders are playing a significant role in advocating for peace and condemning violence.
Violence against women, including rape, is being used as a weapon in conflicts. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Pressure on Netanyahu amid row over Israel's plan for day after' Gaza war

As Israeli military pounds Gaza and conducts raids in occupied West Bank, Hamas says no deal on captives until aggression' stops.
New York Post
5 months ago
Social justice

Black Americans' growing solidarity with plight of Palestinians in Gaza

Black American activists are increasingly connecting the struggle for racial equality and civil rights in the US to the Palestinian struggle in the West Bank and Gaza.
The alliance between Black and Jewish activists is sometimes strained due to differing views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Black Americans' growing solidarity with plight of Palestinians in Gaza

Black American activists are increasingly connecting the struggle for racial equality and civil rights in the US to the Palestinian struggle in the West Bank and Gaza.
The alliance between Black and Jewish activists is sometimes strained due to differing views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Germany news

I no longer feel at home here': German Muslims frustrated by Israel backing

Lobna Shammout, a Palestinian-German, has had a personal and professional connection to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
She has experienced frustration with Germany's strong support for Israel, which is rooted in the country's national identity and moral obligation. [ more ]
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