Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Protests erupted at a north Brooklyn coffee shop after its owner banned Congressman Dan Goldman over his stances on Gaza and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Pro-Israeli protesters gathered outside the shop, while anti-Israeli counter-protesters demonstrated across the street.

Israeli authorities denied entry to French reporter Alice Froussard, who covers the Israeli-Palestinian conflict for RFI and Radio France. She was deported hours after arriving at Tel Aviv airport, and RFI condemned the ban as 'an obstacle to press freedom'.

Two new books provide fresh explanations for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict's issues but lack solutions. The analysis highlights the focus on diagnosing problems rather than offering resolutions.

Israel is increasing evictions and demolitions in east Jerusalem, with over 260 homes destroyed in 2025 and 116 so far in 2026, disproportionately affecting Palestinians. Activists attribute this to expanded settlement policies and discriminatory housing permits, with nearly 9,000 permits approved for Jewish residents versus fewer than 700 for Palestinians in 2025.

Members of the Park Slope Food Coop in Brooklyn voted to boycott Israeli products, with 67% supporting the measure. The decision followed a contentious campaign and has highlighted tensions within the community over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The boycott targets products like tahini, peppers, and persimmons from Israel and settlements in occupied Palestine.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) criticized the Democratic Party's approach to the Israel-Palestine conflict, stating that both Democratic and Republican strategies have failed. He argued that the party must acknowledge this failure and reconsider its stance.

Despite dim hopes for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Arab and Jewish entrepreneurs are collaborating across the divide to demonstrate potential for cooperation. Their partnerships aim to highlight possibilities amid ongoing tensions.

Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff was cleared of wrongdoing after a confrontation with anti-Israel students in April. The incident occurred after a debate on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and an investigation found that the students' actions were inconsistent with university policies. The committee's decision was supported by evidence gathered by the Cornell University Police Department.

An Israeli soldier filmed a video showing the complete destruction of Beit Hanoon in northern Gaza. The footage highlights widespread damage, reflecting the ongoing conflict's impact on civilian areas.

Israeli settlers stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound after its reopening, escalating tensions in the region. The incident highlights ongoing conflicts over the site's control.