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Netanyahu and Katz Threaten Iran; Vow to Remain in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza
Netanyahu boasted about the “success” of Israel and the US's war on Iran, but Israelis largely believe Iran won the war.
Ms. Rachel Hosts Press Briefing on Israel’s Targeting of Palestinian Children
Ms. Rachel spoke with a UN specialist who found Israeli snipers and quadcopters intentionally targeted Palestinian kids.
US Sanctions Impede Rescue Efforts After Venezuela Earthquakes
The country needs international support, but there’s a “huge network of solidarity going on right now,” says a reporter.
Calls Grow for Release of US Citizen Detained Without Charge in Israel
The Israeli military has held 20-year-old Sama Safi, a US citizen, in military detention without charge since June 2.
Supreme Court Sides With Trump, Weakens Protections for Permanent Residents
“Congress could not have meant for the guarantees it was affording to be so cavalierly swept aside,” wrote one judge.
United Auto Workers Vote to Divest From Israel in Historic Victory
The divestment vote makes the UAW the first major national union to vote to divest from Israel.
Sentencing of Palestine Action Defendants Marks a Dangerous Escalation
A committee representing them says “by taking direct action, they saved lives. That is not terrorism, it is a duty.”
Far Right Israeli Minister Ben Gvir to Attend UNCops Conference in NYC in July
Ben Gvir has a long history of hostility toward the UN, including smearing UN staff as “terrorist supporters.”
Construction Companies May Be Aiding and Abetting Israel’s War Crimes in Lebanon
“This trail of destruction across southern Lebanon has rendered entire areas uninhabitable,” said an Amnesty director.
Maersk Still Shipping Weapons Components to Israel, Despite Claiming Otherwise
“Maersk facilitated the transport of bullets Israel used to snipe Palestinian children in the head," said one activist.
FIFA Proposes Opening Match Between Israel and Palestine for Youth Tournament
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has long been accused of currying favor with Trump and other autocrats.
US Is Terrorizing Its Own Citizens With “Less-Lethal” Weapons, Victim Says
Human rights experts condemn the increasing use of weapons like tear gas, pepper balls, and rubber bullets.
FIFA Is Legitimizing Israeli Clubs That Play in Illegal West Bank Settlements
The football governing body promised to investigate illegal Israeli settlement clubs — but then allowed them to play on.