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South Africa Initiates Case Against Israel at International Court of Justice
South Africa called on the court to declare that Israel has breached its obligations under the UN Genocide Convention.
UN Special Rapporteur Slams Netanyahu’s “Voluntary Migration” Plan for Gazans
Francesca Albanese says Israel has a pattern of smearing and obstructing the U.N.'s operations in Israel and Palestine.
“Ceasefire Now!” Means Peace for All and Justice for Palestinians
A permanent ceasefire in Gaza is an urgent matter that all Jews should be supporting.
UN Report Finds Settler Attacks Surged to an Average of 6 Per Day in West Bank
“The intensity of the violence and repression is something that has not been seen in years,” said one official.
Teen Who Refused to Enlist Over Israel’s “Revenge Campaign” Jailed for 30 Days
Over 200 high school students announced in August they would refuse to enlist due to Israel's occupation of Palestine.
Israel Expands Its Ground Assault to Refugee Camps in Central Gaza
According to the United Nations, more than 61,000 people were sheltering in the area Israel is now targeting.
Israel Will Deny Visas for Some UN Officials Following Criticism of War on Gaza
The UN special rapporteur on Palestine slammed the new policy and said the UN must hold Israel to account.
As US Veto Power Enables Genocide, There Are Still UN Options to Protect Gaza
Any party to the Genocide Convention can submit the matter to the World Court, which could make a finding of genocide.
As We Fight for Those Living in Palestine, Let’s Remember Those Who Were Lost
Activists gathered to honor writer, professor and activist Refaat Alareer, and to deepen commitment to a free Palestine.
Unions Increasingly Condemn Israeli Occupation and Call for Gaza Ceasefire
Trade unionist Bill Fletcher and labor historian Jeff Schuhrke discuss labor’s history with Israel and Palestine.