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Judge Blocks US Sanctions Against UN Palestine Expert Francesca Albanese
Francesca Albanese “has done nothing more than speak!” the judge wrote in his ruling.
EU Approves Sanctions on Violent Israeli Settlers. Critics Say It’s Not Enough.
Europe continues to hold partnership agreements with Israel, including in military and academic cooperation.
Microsoft Ousts Head of Israeli Branch Over Use of Tech to Spy on Palestinians
Microsoft continues “to supply cloud and AI arms to the Israeli military,” activists pointed out.
New School Student Senate Sanctions Hillel Over Program With Israeli Military
Hillel has come under fire for coordinating programs that send students to Israel to volunteer with the military.
Israeli Officials Denounce NYT Report on Systemic Sexual Abuse of Palestinians
The article recounts the stories of 14 Palestinians who were sexually assaulted by Israeli soldiers or settlers.
Flotilla Activist Describes Kidnapping by Israel in International Waters
Saif Abukeshek was detained for 10 days after his boat, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, was intercepted by Israel.
Israeli Military Ordered Soldiers in Gaza to “Shoot to Kill” Every Man They Saw
Israeli soldiers also said that they were told to consider shooting women and children.
Far Right Reform Party Saw Big Wins in UK Local Elections at Labor Party’s Cost
The Green Party also won control of several local councils, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces calls to resign.
Campaign to Overturn Illinois Anti-BDS Law Picks Up Steam
The effort could serve as a model for activists in other states seeking to challenge laws banning boycotts of Israel.
Motherhood in Gaza Looks Like Caregiving Even When There’s Nothing Left to Give
Mothers in Gaza cannot have simple, unguarded moments with their children.