Truthout
Palestine

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Jordan Joins Israel and Egypt as Gaza’s Jailer
For people who are unable to obtain Jordanian permission to enter Amman, the ability to travel abroad is blocked altogether.

Pro-Fracking, Pro-Colonialism, Anti-Single Payer: Democratic Party Platform Disappoints
Progressives vow to “take the fight to Philadelphia” and battle for stronger platform at Democratic Party convention.

The Need to Recognize the Reality of the Israeli Occupation
Reality has moved way beyond just recognizing Palestinians are there. We need to hear their voices.

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It Is Important to Have Perspective on Elie Wiesel’s Legacy
Officially remembered as a moral giant, Wiesel provided cover to the invasions and occupations that have devastated the Middle East.

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Palestine’s “Prayer for Rain”: How Israel Uses Water as a Weapon of War
Entire communities in the West Bank either have no access to water or have had their water supply reduced almost by half.

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Is This Another Sign the Tide Is Turning on Palestinian Human Rights?
Representative Betty McCollum leads a call for the US to address grave abuses of Palestinian children.

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Rasmea Odeh Case Moves Toward Retrial
More than 100 supporters rallied outside the US District Court in Detroit, Michigan, on Monday, June 13, in support of Palestinian activist Rasmea Odeh.

New York Governor’s Unconstitutional Order Enables Israeli Occupation
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's decision to punish participants in the BDS movement enables the Israeli occupation of Palestine and a never-ending cycle of violence.

Noam Chomsky on the Breakdown of American Society and a World in Transition
The US is facing uncertain times. While it remains the only global superpower, it is no longer able to influence events and outcomes to its liking.

Tech Report Says Palestinian Rights Organizations Are Under Sophisticated Cyber Attack
The BDS movement's online presence got hit with string of offensives.