European Recognition Of Palestine Deepens Israeli Isolation European countries' recognition of Palestine deepens Israel's isolation in the conflict, shifting international support. Top News · May 23, 2024
Israel Briefs White House On Civilian Protection Plans In Rafah Israel briefs White House on plans to reduce civilian harm in Rafah amid conflict with Palestinians, reflecting growing international pressure. Top News · May 23, 2024
UK complaint alleges politicians’ complicity in Israeli ‘war crimes’ UK police say they are assessing the claims made by International Centre of Justice for Palestinians. Al Jazeera · May 23, 2024
All hail Lord Voldemort There's a reason college presidents are unleashing riot police on their own students, and it's not what they claim Salon · May 23, 2024
Israel Says Ready To Resume Truce Talks As Gaza War Grinds On Global pressure for a ceasefire has mounted on Israel and its Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as three European countries said Wednesday they would recognize a Palestinian state. International Business Times · May 23, 2024
The Latest | 12 Palestinians killed and 25 wounded in Israel's 2-day West Bank operation The Israeli military says it has completed a two-day operation in the occupied West Bank that the Palestinian Health Ministry says killed 12 Palestinians and wounded 25 The Independent UK · May 23, 2024
Israel grapples with postwar options for Gaza as Hamas regroups Hamas is still putting up a fight after seven brutal months of war with Israel, regrouping in some of the hardest-hit areas in northern Gaza and resuming rocket attacks into nearby Israeli communities The Independent UK · May 23, 2024
How 17th century refugees used the printing press to fight their oppressors – and laid the foundations of modern humanitarianism For victims of mass violence around the world, attracting foreign media attention can be a matter of life and death. Right now, Palestinian reporters are risking their lives on a daily basis to keep the world’s eyes on the suffering in Gaza, and international coverage has been crucial to receiving… The Conversation · May 23, 2024
Israeli forces advance deeper into Rafah, continue offensive in the north Israeli tanks advanced to the edge of a crowded district in the heart of Rafah. On Gaza's northern edge in Jabalia, Israeli forces pressed on with a ground offensive that has carried on in parallel with the Rafah assault for two weeks. Health officials and residents say entire residential districts… France 24 · May 23, 2024
US hostility towards the ICC is nothing new – it has long supported the court only when it suits American interests This week, the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) applied for arrest warrants for three Hamas leaders, as well as Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, in connection with the ongoing war in Gaza. The Conversation · May 23, 2024
Israeli Defense Minister Orders Complete Siege On Gaza Strip Video of Israeli soldiers tied up sparks outrage, leading to a siege on Gaza Strip and international warrants for key figures. Top News · May 23, 2024
Australia to steer its own course on Palestine: PM Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has spoken with world leaders who are preparing to recognise a Palestinian state but says Australia won't be hurried. AAP · May 22, 2024
Families of Israeli hostages release video of female soldiers being captured by Hamas A group representing the families of hostages held in Gaza have released new video footage showing Hamas’ capture of five female Israeli soldiers near the Gaza border on Oct. 7 The Independent UK · May 22, 2024
'Countries recognising Palestine must tell Israel how this will make it more secure' The announcement by Ireland, Spain and Norway of the recognition of a Palestinian state is perceived as a major blow in Israel. Nomi Bar-Yaacov, an associate fellow of the International Security Programme at Chatham House and international negotiator, tells FRANCE 24's Mark Owen that the key missing element from the… France 24 · May 22, 2024
Top News · May 22, 2024 Israel Considers Diplomatic Steps Against Countries Recognizing Palestinian State Israel contemplates diplomatic actions against Norway, Ireland, and Spain for recognizing a Palestinian state.
The Independent UK · May 22, 2024 First aid from US pier in Gaza has reached starving Palestinians, the UN says The U.N. World Food Program says it's handed out in Gaza the first small amounts of aid that arrived from a U.S.-built pier in the territory
The Independent UK · May 22, 2024 Exclusive: Mike Johnson and Chuck Schumer to invite Netanyahu to address Congress Johnson said he will speak with Israeli PM about setting a date for his address
The Independent UK · May 22, 2024 Families of female Israeli hostages taken by Hamas release graphic video of their capture Families of the hostages requested that the video be released
The Guardian - US · May 22, 2024 US ‘concerned’ by Israel’s isolation, Biden national security adviser says Jake Sullivan appears critical of decision by Spain, Ireland and Norway to formally recognise Palestinian state next week
The Independent UK · May 22, 2024 ‘He’s created a humanitarian catastrophe’: Democrats react to Netanyahu being invited to Congress Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez were clear in their response to the move; other Democrats tried to dodge the question
France 24 · May 22, 2024 ICC’s bold move on Gaza warrants brings fresh scrutiny of Prosecutor Karim Khan By demanding an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, International Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim Khan has defied critics who accused him of turning a blind eye to Western-backed crimes against humanity – and made himself a possible target of the Biden administration.
Salon · May 22, 2024 Trump envoy to Arab-Americans flops Richard Grenell, Trump's "shadow Secretary of State," appeared to be unconcerned about Palestinian deaths
Newcastle Herald · May 22, 2024 Social media: parents can't pass the buck Letters and Short Takes: May 23
The Conversation · May 22, 2024 Norway, Ireland, Spain recognise Palestinian statehood: what this means for Middle East peace – expert Q&A Norway, Ireland and Spain have all announced plans to recognise the state of Palestine on May 28. The move has drawn harsh criticism from Israel, which has withdrawn its ambassadors from the three countries.
The Guardian - UK · May 22, 2024 US worried Netanyahu may torpedo normalisation deal with Saudi Arabia Israel indicates agreement involving defence pact with US is not possible if Palestinian state is a condition