Palestinians

Rahm Emanuel, a Democrat considering a 2028 U.S. presidential run, warned Israel that its current policies on the Palestinians could jeopardize the U.S. alliance. He criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government and proposed a new U.S. policy toward the Middle East during a speech at Tel Aviv University.

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed two Palestinians and wounded seven, including two children, in Mawasi and near a displaced families' tent encampment. The strikes occurred since a US-mediated ceasefire with Hamas took effect eight months ago, resulting in over 1,070 Palestinian and four Israeli soldier deaths.

A poll found 30% of American Jews believe Israel committed genocide in Gaza, while 49% said it did not. Among US adults, about one-third believe Israel committed genocide, with similar shares of Democrats (58%) saying the US is 'not supportive enough' of Palestinians, up from 2024.

A new AP-NORC poll shows declining U.S. support for Israel, with rising criticism from Democrats and generational divides over Israel’s actions in Gaza. About one-third of U.S. adults, including nearly half of Democrats, believe Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians, while opinions on the justification for Israel’s military operations are split.

Hamas announced the dissolution of its governing bodies in the Gaza Strip. The article also references Israeli military strikes in Jabaliya, Gaza, which have destroyed buildings and affected Palestinians.

A security camera video shows an Israeli soldier throwing a stun grenade into a car occupied by young Palestinians. The incident is captured on footage that appears to document the act directly.

An Israeli drone strike targeting a vehicle in the Mawasi area of Khan Younis, south Gaza, killed at least four Palestinians, according to Al Jazeera citing medical sources.

Palestinians are protesting outside Al-Shifa Medical Complex, demanding Israel lift travel restrictions for those leaving the Gaza Strip.

Three Palestinians were injured by IDF rubber bullets amid settler attacks on a West Bank village. Two others were hurt by pepper spray during the clashes near Bethlehem. The IDF stated troops were dispatched due to the violence.

At least 7 Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces in Gaza over the past 48 hours. Nine additional bodies were recovered from rubble by Gaza's Ministry of Health.

Israeli settlers have intensified attacks in the West Bank, specifically targeting water supplies. The assaults have also impacted Palestinian homes and livelihoods, marking a significant spike in such incidents recently.

Israeli settlers injured five Palestinians in two separate attacks in the occupied West Bank. In one incident, a family near Beitillu was assaulted, resulting in a broken arm and stolen phones. In another, near al-Khan al-Ahmar, settlers on a motorbike rammed villagers, used pepper spray, and attempted to steal sheep before Israeli forces detained four Palestinians who resisted.

An elderly man was injured in an attack by settlers on Palestinians and foreign volunteers in the West Bank. Settlers threw stones and used pepper spray in Abu Falah, while three people were injured in a separate attack near Ramallah.

Nine months after a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, the term has become ironic for the two million Palestinians in Gaza who remain trapped in a worsening humanitarian crisis.

An Israeli bill to restrict the Muslim call to prayer (adhan) passed a preliminary reading in parliament with 50 votes to 36. The legislation, introduced by Zvika Fogel from Itamar Ben Gvir's party, would require mosques to obtain permits for loudspeaker systems based on criteria set by Israeli authorities. Palestinians condemned the bill as a 'declaration of religious war' and an attack on freedom of worship.

Gaza marks 1,000 days of war following a Hamas-led attack on Israel. Over 2 million Palestinians in Gaza remain displaced amid ongoing conflict and fragile ceasefires.

An estimated 300 Palestinians referred for treatment abroad have died since the ceasefire began, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry. Patients in Gaza face agonizing delays for evacuation, as highlighted by a personal account of a call received two weeks after a death.

The US signed an agreement to build a permanent embassy compound in southern Jerusalem. US ambassador Mike Huckabee stated Jerusalem is the 'eternal, indigenous, and forever capital of the Jewish people.' Israeli human rights group Adalah condemned the construction, calling it an endorsement of unlawful displacement of Palestinians.

The United States signed an agreement to construct a permanent embassy in Jerusalem at the Allenby compound. The move follows President Trump's 2017 decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and relocate the embassy from Tel Aviv. Israel's Foreign Minister called the agreement a reflection of the 'unbreakable alliance' between the two countries.

A report by the Palestinian Feminist Collective accuses Israel of committing 'reproductive genocide' against Palestinians through the destruction of medical institutions, violence against women and children, and environmental degradation causing infertility. The UN's investigative body on Palestine and Israel found Israeli forces deliberately targeted Palestinian children in Gaza, resulting in over 21,000 child deaths since October 2023 and leaving at least 15,000 children motherless by October 2024.

An Israeli drone strike in Gaza City wounded several Palestinians near Dar Al-Arqam School in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood. Medical sources report some victims are critically injured, according to Wafa news agency.

UN chief Antonio Guterres expresses concern over a funding shortfall affecting millions of Palestinians and denounces disinformation campaigns against the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA).

A seven-month-old Palestinian child, Sam Abu Haikal, was killed in Hebron, occupied West Bank, on June 6, 2026. His body was laid in a mosque for a final tribute, and the incident is described as a product of Palestinians' dehumanization by Israel's army.

An Israeli airstrike in Deir al-Balah, Gaza Strip, killed three Palestinians, including an 8-year-old child, after targeting a tent sheltering displaced people. Israel claimed the site housed militant Zaher Abu Salem, a member of Islamic Jihad linked to the Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel. The strike occurred amid ongoing Israeli military operations in Gaza.

Gazans are constructing makeshift mud huts using clay and rubble to replace flimsy tents due to Israel's ban on importing concrete and steel.

Israeli strikes and shelling in the Gaza Strip have killed at least four Palestinians, including a 13-year-old girl, according to local health officials.

The Hind Rajab Foundation filed a complaint with the US Justice Department seeking prosecution of Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for alleged war crimes, genocide, and incitement to genocide. The complaint cites mistreatment of Palestinian detainees, including starvation, beatings, and denial of medical care, and references deaths in Israeli custody between October 2023 and August 2025.

Israeli drones struck tents in al-Mawasi, Khan Younis, killing two Palestinians, including a young girl, and wounding several others. The attack occurred in an area described as a safe zone.

A GOP New York governor candidate accused fellow Jewish politician Lander of aiding Nazis. The candidate defended their support for Palestinians, stating it does not diminish their Jewish pride.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif accused India of using covert tactics and proxies to destabilize Pakistan, citing a May conflict as a catalyst. He emphasized Pakistan's resolve to counter foreign-sponsored terrorism and uphold peace while addressing security challenges. The speech also highlighted the Pakistan Navy's adoption of advanced technologies and addressed graduating naval cadets.

Over 100,000 Palestinians worked in Israel before October 7th. Most can no longer cross the border and are now destitute.

Israeli activists report that IDF soldiers are either standing by or actively participating as settlers from illegal outposts in the West Bank assault, harass, and loot from Palestinians. The allegations focus on troops aiding or failing to prevent violence and theft against Palestinians.

The US and Gulf states issued a joint statement opposing the forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza, supporting US-facilitated Israel-Lebanon talks, and calling for Iran's nuclear disarmament and de-escalation in the Strait of Hormuz. They emphasized Lebanese sovereignty and the disarmament of non-state groups in Lebanon.

An Israeli bill aiming to extend civil control over ancient West Bank sites has faced criticism from Palestinians and Israeli rights groups, who argue it constitutes annexation of occupied land and promotes Jewish settlements. The 'Heritage Authority in Judea and Samaria' bill passed one of three required parliamentary votes in May, but its final approval remains uncertain ahead of Israel's upcoming election.

Darializa Avila Chevalier, a first-time candidate, won a New York primary by unseating a House Democrat. She faced scrutiny over inflammatory posts and has spent years advocating for Palestinians.

Adrian Boafo, backed by AIPAC and associated with Congressman Steny Hoyer, won Maryland's primary and pledged to strengthen the US-Israel alliance while advocating aid for Palestinians. The victory occurs amid growing opposition to AIPAC within the Democratic Party.

The article argues that Israel's policies displacing Palestinians will continue regardless of Netanyahu's potential removal from power. It highlights Netanyahu's long political era focused on suppressing Palestinian ambitions and critiques his successors for failing to offer alternative visions. Pro-Israel commentators express concern over a US-Iran deal and advocate for increased military preparedness.

Palestinians in al-Maghazi refugee camp in Central Gaza rushed to collect wet cement that surfaced on streets after Israeli forces pumped it into a tunnel to seal it off. This occurred amid ongoing shortages and an Israeli blockade on construction materials.

A New York City coffee shop, Poetica Coffee, stated it would have refused service to Rep. Dan Goldman for supporting Israel, calling him a 'genocide enabler' in a social media post. The shop refunded his purchase and criticized his stance, while Goldman expressed disappointment, noting the barista was kind to him and his daughter. The shop faces a Democratic primary challenge from former city Comptroller Brad Lander.

Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed seven people, including five in the east (a woman and child among them) and two Palestinians in southern Tyre. The Israeli army later halted attacks on southern Lebanon following orders from political leadership.