Palestine

At a breakaway sociology conference in New York, attendees made signs in support of Palestine. The title also notes that sociologists are currently torn regarding activism.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani voiced support for the police and the criminal justice system, despite the national DSA's push for abolition. While crediting the NYPD with reducing crime in New York City, the editorial points out that Mamdani’s rhetoric regarding Israel aligns with the DSA agenda concerning Palestine, calling on him to publicly repudiate this anti-Israel vision.

The article analyzes how Chinese leader Xi Jinping is intensifying his control over ethnic and religious minorities through a sinicisation policy, encapsulated in a new "ethnic unity" law. This policy aims to boost national identity and integration by expanding compulsory Mandarin use, which is viewed by groups like the Tibetans, Mongolians, and Uyghurs as forced assimilation or ethnic cleansing.

The UK's Charity Commission is investigating eight unnamed charities for donating funds to illegal Israeli settlements in Palestine, assessing whether the funds were used for charitable purposes. A UK legal group, the International Centre of Justice for Palestinians, submitted a formal complaint following revelations of a London synagogue advertising properties in these settlements.

The Charity Commission in England and Wales is investigating charities that donate funds to illegal Israeli settlements in Palestine. The investigation follows a formal complaint from a Labour MP and will assess the extent of charitable funds involved, their purpose, and potential regulatory action.

Arab Americans in Michigan are prioritizing Palestine in their political decisions, having withheld support for Kamala Harris in 2024 and refusing to back pro-Israel candidates.

Hundreds of migrant children are stranded in Spain’s Ceuta after a mass crossing from Morocco, with over 800 minors remaining four days later. A 17-year-old girl described how her brother drowned during the surge, and she became separated from her mother, highlighting the vulnerability of unaccompanied minors. Spanish authorities confirmed 72 deaths during the crossing, while Morocco reported 11 additional deaths.

Palestine's new ambassador to Spain, Fadi Elhusseini, has issued a message since assuming his role, urging stronger ties between Palestine and Spain.

Columbia University student workers' union (SWC-UAW) withdrew its demand for financial divestment from Israel during bargaining negotiations, marking a major shift in its political orientation. The union, previously aligned with the pro-Palestinian movement since the start of Israel’s actions in Gaza, had earlier supported divestment and transparency in university finances.

Brenda Hollis, a US prosecutor who supervised the ICC team investigating Israeli and Hamas leaders, defended Karim Khan's handling of the Palestine investigation, asserting the arrest warrant requests were based on thorough evidence and not rushed. She emphasized the warrants for Israeli and Hamas officials were finalized after internal and external reviews.

Colombia's far-right president-elect plans to close or suspend embassies in several countries, including Palestine. The decision affects diplomatic relations with those nations.

Haley Stevens, a pro-Israel Senate candidate, met with a pro-Palestinian voter named El-Sayed in Detroit. Jai Singletary, who voted for Stevens' opponent due to the Israel issue, sought the meeting to build a connection in case Stevens becomes the Democratic nominee.

Julie Bindel argues that LGBT activists focused on Palestine should confront an Islamist ideology that opposes them. She criticizes their use of keffiyehs, suggesting it distracts from the threat posed by this ideology.

UN expert Francesca Albanese links the removal of ICC prosecutor Karim Khan to efforts to neutralize an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The ICC voted to dismiss Khan over misconduct claims, with 82 states supporting his removal in a secret ballot.

ICC member states voted to remove Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan by a majority, citing misconduct claims. The vote, with 82 in favor, 13 against, and 15 abstentions, marks the first removal of an ICC chief prosecutor in the court's 24-year history. The decision follows Khan's pursuit of arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders and amid accusations of politicization of the disciplinary process.

Julian Leeser, the shadow education minister, has called for universities to audit courses covering Israel, Palestine, or the Jewish community. He expressed concerns about antisemitism on campuses following the 7 October 2023 Hamas attack, criticizing how university leaders have addressed the issue.

A US court affirmed the release of pro-Palestine scholar Badar Khan Suri from Georgetown University, siding with him against Trump in an ongoing legal battle that may lead to Supreme Court intervention.

Israel sent a humanitarian delegation to Venezuela after a deadly 2026 earthquake, despite no diplomatic relations since 2009. Venezuelan officials, including acting president Delcy Rodriguez and foreign minister Yvan Gil, praised the aid, while critics accused Israel of using the response as propaganda to counter its actions in Palestine.

Israel is constructing an earthen barrier in Gaza to entrench the division of the enclave. The construction has raised Palestinian concerns that most of Gaza will remain under Israeli control indefinitely.

Ahead of elections, Israel intensifies attacks on Gaza, resulting in numerous deaths, including children and displaced families. The attacks have led to mourning as families are buried following the violence.

Ed Miliband, the new UK foreign secretary, has been appointed by Prime Minister Andy Burnham. He emphasized strengthening alliances with the European Union, NATO, and the UN, while addressing conflicts in Ukraine, Iran, and Palestine-Israel. Miliband highlighted his parents' history as Jewish refugees and Britain's role in combating fascism.

The article discusses Israel's image crisis and suggests that a reluctant opposition requires a new approach to address issues related to Palestine.

Ed Miliband, the new UK foreign secretary, was appointed by Prime Minister Andy Burnham. He has taken positions opposing the Iraq war, supporting Palestinian state recognition, and addressing conflicts in Syria, Iran, Israel, and Palestine.

Salah Sarsour, president of Wisconsin’s largest mosque, was detained by ICE for over 80 days and described the treatment as dehumanizing, comparing it to his past experiences in Israeli military jails in Palestine. He reported losing over 30lb and facing humiliation by guards.

Salah Sarsour, president of Wisconsin’s largest mosque, described his 80-day ICE detention as dehumanizing, comparing the treatment to his past experience in Israeli military prisons in Palestine. He reported losing over 30 pounds and enduring humiliation by guards during his detention.

Spain's FIFA World Cup victory over Argentina is linked to broader political contexts, including support for Palestine and tensions involving Iran and Israel. The article highlights contrasts in how countries like Iran and Israel are treated in sports, and notes political alignments such as Netanyahu's public endorsement of Argentina's President Javier Milei.

The UK consulate in Jerusalem's X account was suspended, likely due to a post criticizing Israel's use of administrative detention against Palestinians. The post highlighted over 9,000 detainees held without charge or trial and referenced the abduction of Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiyah by Israeli forces.

The article explores the role of football in Palestine, highlighting its significance beyond sport in the context of the Israeli occupation. Football is portrayed as intertwined with the broader struggle of Palestinians against occupation.

The article states that the Israeli occupation is the primary health issue in Palestine, with Israeli policies in Gaza and the West Bank causing devastating effects on Palestinian health and deadly consequences.

Israeli Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman reclassified crocodiles to allow their use for security, including deterring prison escapes. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, who proposed surrounding a prison for Palestinian detainees with crocodiles like Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' facility, supported the decision.

A UN commission report alleges Israel is deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza, resulting in over 20,000 deaths and 44,000 injuries since October 2023. The report accuses Israel of genocidal intent and violations of international children's rights law, while criticizing the international community for failing to enforce legal measures to prevent the violence.

Palestine football fans have honored Egyptian coach Hossam Hassan.

California Congressman Ro Khanna claimed he was detained by Israeli settlers using American-made M4s during a trip to Palestine. The IDF arrived and supported the settlers, continuing the detention.

Rep. Brad Schneider, leader of the House’s New Democrat Coalition, is examining Democratic divisions over Israel amid a failed Republican amendment to cut U.S. aid to Israel, which drew support from over 100 House Democrats. Progressives framed the vote as a breakthrough reflecting discontent with Israel’s policies toward Palestine and the Gaza war, while Schneider advocates for party unity on Middle East issues. The next Congress will see a stronger Israel-critical bloc among House Democrats.

Cross-party MPs have demanded an independent investigation into the British Museum's removal of terms like 'Palestine' and 'Palestinian' from displays, alleging political interference due to lobbying by pro-Israel activists. The call follows a Middle East Eye investigation revealing the museum's actions in response to such pressure, with MPs accusing the museum of anti-Palestinian racism.

Cross-party MPs demand an independent investigation into the British Museum’s removal of terms like 'Palestine' and 'Israelite occupation' from displays, citing a Middle East Eye investigation linking the changes to pro-Israel lobbying in late 2024. The museum defended the alterations as based on 'audience testing,' but no records of such testing exist, according to internal emails and freedom of information responses.

Andy Burnham, a Labour MP and presumed next party leader, has apologized for Labour's past failures on Palestine policy but faces pressure to implement concrete changes like halting arms sales to Israel and ending the crackdown on anti-genocide protesters. Polls show strong Labour member support for an arms embargo (78%) and a trade ban on Israeli settlements (87%), with 58% citing Palestine policy as crucial for leadership decisions. A Labour conference motion last year accepted a UN report finding Israel committed genocide in Gaza.

A British surgeon, Ranjeet Brar, is challenging the NHS's use of the IHRA definition of antisemitism, claiming it led to his suspension after a pro-Palestine speech. Brar argues the definition unlawfully restricts political expression, with the NHS citing concerns his remarks could be interpreted as antisemitic.

India expressed support for Palestine's UN membership during a Palestine Donor Group meeting in Brussels. The statement was made by Sripriya Ranganathan, a secretary at India's External Affairs Ministry.

Germany's upper house of parliament approved a law that could imprison individuals for denying Israel's right to exist, while Berlin continues to refuse recognizing Palestine. The proposal, from the state of Hesse, grants legal protection to Israel not extended to Palestine and faces potential consideration by the lower house post-summer recess.