Israeli cabinet minister’s statement that an atomic bomb is an option for Gaza raises global alarm. Israel’s nuclear programme is widely seen as one of the Middle East’s worst kept secrets. It is believed to have originated in the 1950s. Today, Israel possesses about 90 nuclear bombs, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. … Read more
Tens of thousands of people have gathered in the capital of the United States to demand a ceasefire in Gaza as Washington continues to resist calls for an end to the war despite the mounting death toll. The demonstrators in Washington, DC on Saturday directed their anger towards President Joe Biden, accusing him of enabling … Read more
Settler violence, raids and demolitions in the West Bank are on the rise since the start of the Gaza conflict. More than 130 Palestinians have been killed since the start of the fighting in Gaza in what has been the worst year for them. Palestinians have been forced out of their homes in large numbers … Read more
World at War | Israel Blacks out Communications for Gaza as it begins its deadly Ground Offensive WION A Developing Situation in Gaza The New York Times What’s next as reports of Israel’s rolling start in Gaza emerge? CBS News Israel & U.S.’ Secret Hostage Rescue Plot? ‘Flood Hamas Tunnels With…’ | Details Hindustan Times IDF tanks, troops push … Read more
Citing the late poet June Jordan, political activist Angela Davis stresses the importance of Palestine for other social justice movements. There has been a long history of solidarity between Palestinians and Black Americans, and these last few weeks have been no exception. While Israel continues its bombardment of Gaza, numerous Black activists in the United … Read more
Protesters from Jakarta to Tunis have taken to the streest to demand an end to Israel’s bombardment of Gaza after nearly two weeks of intense air and artillery attacks that Palestinian authorities say have killed 4,100 people. Some Western governments have voiced support for Israel’s military campaign, which has come after the Palestinian group Hamas … Read more
Underdogs Netherlands beat in-form South Africa by 38 runs to win their first match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in Dharamshala. The Netherlands put on a stunning display of tight bowling and powerful late-innings batting to beat South Africa by 38 runs in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in Dharamshala on Tuesday. … Read more
“This war in Gaza is one of the most brutal wars I’ve ever experienced. It’s the first time I feel so terrified,” says Muhammad Qndeel, a Palestinian photojournalist from Gaza. For the last week, Close Up has been filming the Palestinian photojournalist as he documents the impact of Israel’s assault on Gaza. “They’re bombing houses, … Read more