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

Global call for de-escalation in Middle East conflicts. [ more ]

Truthout

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 ]

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17 hours ago

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 ]

time.com

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 ]

Truthout

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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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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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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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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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2 weeks ago

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

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

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

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 ]

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Truthout

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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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humanitarian-crisis

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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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Live: Netanyahu rejects international recognition of Palestinian state

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu rejects plan for international recognition of a Palestinian state.

US President Biden warns against Israeli operation in Gaza without a plan to protect civilians. [ more ]

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Axios

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 ]

Truthout

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 ]

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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 ]

Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

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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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 ]

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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 ]

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Israel cannot carry out collective punishment' of people in Gaza: Lavrov

The Russian foreign minister calls for international monitoring of the situation in Gaza.

He criticizes Israel for using Hamas's offensive as justification for collective punishment of Palestinians.

The Russian president suggests that Moscow could mediate in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. [ more ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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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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 ]

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Israeli-Palestinian conflict

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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The first Intifada against Israel

The first Intifada began on December 8, 1987, in response to a fatal crash caused by an Israeli vehicle in Gaza.

The Intifada lasted for almost six years, resulting in the deaths of over 100 Israelis and at least 1,000 Palestinians. [ more ]

POLITICO

Marketing

Israel advocacy groups outspend pro-Palestinian groups on social media

Pro-Israel groups have spent a significant amount of money on Meta platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, during a period of debate over support for Israel amid its military campaign in Gaza.

The spending by pro-Israel groups far exceeds that of groups supporting Palestinians, Muslims, and Arabs on Meta ads. [ more ]

The Washington Times

Harris dashed to Dubai to tackle climate change and war. Each carries high political risks at home

Vice President Kamala Harris made a trip to the Middle East to address climate change and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Harris faced challenges and time constraints during her visit, including double booking and the need to address the Israel-Hamas war. [ more ]

The New Yorker

Among the Protesters

Recent demonstrations in the city have been focused on the events in the Middle East, with pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian demonstrations taking place.

Many people who have participated in protests for other causes, such as Black Lives Matter, feel hesitant to speak up about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict at work. [ more ]

The Nation

Social justice

The Case for Speaking Up for Palestine

Toni Morrison emphasized the responsibility to use empowerment to liberate instead of oppress.

Speaking out against oppression may come with risks, but silence allows the status quo to continue. [ more ]

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US news

What the resumption of Israel-Hamas fighting means for Palestinians in Israeli jails

Thousands of people, including teenagers, have been arrested in the West Bank and East Jerusalem since Hamas' attack on Israel in October.

Many of the arrested individuals, including 17-year-old Aseel Shahada, are being held without charge or trial. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

15 hours ago

'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 ]

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4 weeks ago

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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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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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 ]

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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 ]

The Nation

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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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

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 ]

New York Post

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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

The Atlantic

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 ]

The Atlantic

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 ]

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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 ]

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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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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 ]

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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 ]

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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 ]

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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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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 ]

Truthout

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 ]

IndieWire

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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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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Medicine

Gaza's largest functioning hospital completely out of service', say health officials

Nasser hospital in Gaza's largest still functioning hospital is out of service due to fighting, fuel shortages, and Israeli raids.

Lack of power, staff, water supply, and oxygen has resulted in the deaths of patients, leaving only a few medical teams to care for those remaining. [ more ]

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Israel's war on Gaza: List of key events, day 135

The US plans to veto a new UNSC resolution on Gaza ceasefire.

Intense fighting in Gaza leads to casualties and displacements. [ more ]

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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

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 ]

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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 ]

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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.aljazeera.com

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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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 ]

Los Angeles Times

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 ]

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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 ]

Advocate.com

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 ]

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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 ]

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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.

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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 ]

www.aljazeera.com

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 ]

New York Post

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 ]

The New Yorker

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 ]

LGBTQ Nation

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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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 ]

www.aljazeera.com

How international law is used to cover up Israeli settler-colonialism

The framing of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as a war and Israel's right to self-defense is a distortion of the reality of colonization, occupation, and apartheid.

The situation in Israel-Palestine must be understood within the context of international law, which considers colonization, occupation, and apartheid illegal. [ more ]

Truthout

Over 300 Bernie Sanders DNC Delegates Call on Him to Support Ceasefire in Gaza

Former delegates to Bernie Sanders' campaigns are urging him to demand an Israeli ceasefire in Gaza.

They are also asking him to support an end to Israel's blockade and occupation of Gaza, and to call for an end to U.S. funding of Israel's war crimes against Palestinians. [ more ]

HuffPost

Career

Is It Legal To Fire Someone Over Posts About Palestinians? Lawyers Weigh In.

Michael Eisen shared a satirical article from The Onion criticizing Gazans for not condemning Hamas in their last words.

Eisen's post led to backlash, with calls for his resignation and accusations of antisemitism from scientists online.

Sharing personal views on social media has become risky for employees due to potential professional consequences. [ more ]

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