In a striking paradox, many Israelis find themselves protesting their own government while simultaneously backing its military actions in Gaza. According to Israeli political analyst Ori Goldberg, this contradiction is at the heart of the country’s current political climate. “People who are protesting… are the same people who will show up for reserve duty if … Read more
Emmanuel Macron thought he could walk into Israel as a “peacemaker.” Instead, the French president has been told he’s not welcome—at all. Israel’s foreign minister Gideon Saar delivered the blunt message this week: as long as France pushes ahead with its plan to formally recognize Palestine, Macron can forget about setting foot in West Jerusalem. … Read more
Since October 7, 2023, the world has watched as Gaza became a graveyard for journalists. A staggering 246 journalists have been killed covering the conflict—a number that should shock, horrify, and ignite global outrage. And yet, the outrage has been muted, drowned out by political posturing and selective outrage elsewhere. In a region where press … Read more
In a world already shocked by the horrors of war, the bombing of Nasser Medical Complex in Gaza has pushed the boundaries of outrage and despair. At least 20 people were killed, and more than 50—including critically ill patients already receiving care—were injured in what WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus calls an “unacceptable” attack on health … Read more
In the split seconds after a bomb strikes, hope is supposed to rush in. But in Gaza, it doesn’t. Rescuers, medics, and even journalists rushing to save lives are being met with a second, deadlier blast. This is the chilling reality of the “double-tap” strike. Last week, Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis became the latest … Read more
The sun had barely risen when death rained down on Gaza again. In just hours, Israeli airstrikes left 34 people dead, medical sources on the ground confirmed—among them, nine civilians who were simply seeking aid. The strikes have sent shockwaves through the densely packed territory, where families already reeling from shortages and destruction are now … Read more
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made it clear: once the fighting with Hamas is over, Israel doesn’t intend to plant its flag in Gaza and stay. Instead, he says, the plan is to hand the reins to Arab nations willing to govern the war-torn enclave — as long as they’re not aligned with Hamas … Read more