X

Politics


Mass Arrests at Pro-Palestinian Demonstration on Capitol Hill Preceding Netanyahu's Address

In a dramatic prelude to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's scheduled address to U.S. lawmakers, approximately 200 individuals were taken into custody during a pro-Palestinian protest at the Cannon House Office Building on Capitol Hill. The demonstration, orchestrated by Jewish Voice for......

Palestinians Respond to US Presidential Race: 'Trump Would Be the Worst

In the wake of President Joe Biden's decision to step aside from the 2024 presidential race, Palestinians in Gaza and the occupied West Bank are expressing a mix of skepticism and concern about the potential impacts on their ongoing crisis. The prospect of a Kamala Harris presidency or a return of......

The Urgency of American Leadership in Forging a Two-State Resolution for Israel and Palestine

In the shadow of Gaza's devastation, where millions of Palestinians are struggling to survive amidst a dire humanitarian crisis, the Israeli cabinet continues to approve settlement outposts in the West Bank. This ongoing expansion presents a formidable obstacle to the viability of a two-state solution,......

Kamala Harris will not be overseeing Netanyahu's address to Congress as he seeks to strengthen U.S. backing

In a twist of political theater, Vice President Kamala Harris will not preside over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's joint address to Congress on Wednesday. This development comes amid a significant shift in U.S. politics, with Harris launching her presidential campaign following President......

Deadly Israeli Attacks in Khan Younis Follow Evacuation Orders, Medics Report

The Israeli military has intensified its assault on Khan Younis, a southern city in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of at least 70 individuals, according to medical sources. This escalation follows recent evacuation orders issued by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), which instructed residents to leave......

Netanyahu's Diplomatic Tightrope: Navigating US Relations Amid Political Shifts

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu embarks on a crucial visit to the United States this week, facing mounting pressure to bring the Gaza conflict to a close. This diplomatic mission unfolds against a backdrop of significant political turbulence in Washington, following President Joe Biden's......

French MP's Call to Exclude Israeli Olympians Ignites Controversy

A provocative statement by a member of the French Parliament from the radical-left France Unbowed party has sparked widespread outrage. Thomas Portes has called for the exclusion of Israeli athletes from the upcoming Paris Olympics. Speaking at a pro-Palestinian gathering in Paris on Saturday, Portes......

Adidas Severs Ties with Bella Hadid Amid Middle East Controversy

In a move that has ignited widespread debate, German sportswear manufacturer Adidas has terminated its collaboration with Palestinian-American supermodel Bella Hadid for an advertising campaign featuring the SL72 sneakers. This decision comes in the wake of criticism from the Israeli government, citing......

Israel Orders Partial Evacuation of Gaza Humanitarian Zone

The Israeli military has instructed civilians to temporarily evacuate a section of its designated humanitarian zone in southern Gaza due to an impending "forceful operation" against Palestinian armed groups. This directive follows reports of "significant terrorist activity and rocket fire"......

Harris might be more inclined to criticize Netanyahu than Biden

In the ever-evolving landscape of American politics, Vice President Kamala Harris emerges as a potential torchbearer for the Democratic Party's foreign policy vision. As President Joe Biden's endorsed successor and the leading contender for the Democratic presidential nomination, Harris's......

Morocco Applauds ICJ’s Ruling on Illegality of Israel’s Occupation of Palestine

Morocco’s stance on the ICJ ruling underscores its unwavering support for the Palestinian cause. Morocco has expressed its strong approval of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) advisory opinion that denounced Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories as illegal. A representative......

ICJ Finds Israel’s Settlement Policies in Violation of International Law

The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the United Nations' highest judicial body, has issued a landmark ruling declaring that Israel’s settlement policies and exploitation of natural resources in occupied Palestinian territories breach international law. Announced on Friday, this decision......

UK Resumes Crucial Funding to UN Palestinian Refugee Agency Amid Gaza Crisis

In a notable policy shift, the newly elected Labour government in the United Kingdom has announced the resumption of funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). This decision, revealed by British Foreign Secretary David Lammy in Parliament on Friday, marks a......