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Report: Canadian Officials Cut Off UNRWA Despite Not Seeing Evidence of Claims
Israeli officials have reportedly refused to cooperate with a UN investigation into the allegations against UNRWA.
Demonstrators Block Presidential Motorcade in NYC to Demand Ceasefire in Gaza
Wednesday was the first time since October 7 that Biden has made an appearance in New York City.
The Palestinian Struggle Is Intergenerational — and Youth Are Carrying the Torch
Palestinian activists are growing the movement by drawing on their community’s rich history and wealth of knowledge.
Major Japanese Firm Cuts Ties With Israel Arms Company Elbit After ICJ Ruling
The company’s CFO said the decision was made in compliance with the ICJ’s recent genocide ruling.
Report Finds “No Evidence” in Key Dossier to Support Israel’s UNRWA Allegations
The dossier has been used as a major basis for countries suspending their funding to the crucial aid group.
Bipartisan Border Bill Would Block All Funding to UN Palestine Relief Agency
Though the bill is not likely to pass at this point, it is a show of bipartisan negotiators’ priorities.
It’s Not Possible to Create Famine by Accident, Expert Says of Gaza Starvation
Moreover, says Alex de Waal, this humanitarian crisis “is not something that can be stopped overnight.”
New Report Details IDF’s Use of Lethal Force Against Civilians in the West Bank
A UN office has recorded a sharp increase in “search and arrest operations” by the IDF in the West Bank since October 7.
Egyptian Officials Are Demanding Massive Fees From Palestinians Escaping Gaza
Egyptian border officials are charging Palestinians thousands of dollars to escape death in Gaza.
Israel Escalates Home Demolitions in Silwan as Messianic Settlers Seek Takeover
Settlers want to destroy the Palestinian East Jerusalem community to build an “archaeological” park.