In the Gaza Strip, people are risking their lives to get food. The area is in a bad way because of a long fight and a blockade. Israel has recently let in more aid, but it's still not enough. On Monday, many people rushed to get food from planes and trucks. Some were hurt or killed in the chaos. Since May, hundreds have died trying to reach aid. The Israeli military...
Harvard Divinity School's Religion and Public Life program has faced significant changes recently. The program, which aimed to promote understanding of religion's role in society, has been restructured. This shift comes after allegations of bias and antisemitism. Students and faculty involved in the program have mixed feelings. Some believe the program was fair and ...
A recent incident in Gaza has sparked international concern. An Israeli strike unintentionally hit the Holy Family Church, the only Catholic Church in Gaza City. This event has led to a wave of condemnations and calls for a ceasefire. The strike resulted in the deaths of three individuals who were seeking refuge in the church. Many others were injured, including the...
In Gaza, aid distribution has turned into a deadly game of blame. Over 580 people have lost their lives since late May when the current system started. The Palestinian Health Ministry calls these aid centers "death traps. " Almost every day, there are reports of Israeli forces opening fire on people waiting for help. Israel says it's not their fault and accuses Hamas...
In Gaza, a heated debate is happening about how aid is being delivered. The U. N. agency helping Palestinian refugees, led by Philippe Lazzarini, has strong words for a new aid group backed by the U. S. and Israel. Lazzarini calls it a "death trap, " saying it's causing more harm than good. People in Gaza are struggling. Many have died while trying to get food from ...
In the heart of Gaza, a desperate struggle for survival is unfolding. The 2. 3 million residents of Gaza are facing a dire food crisis. Food has become extremely scarce since Israel imposed a tight blockade on all supplies entering Gaza throughout March and April. The United Nations has warned of a critical risk of famine in the region. This is not just about hun...
The Israeli government is considering pulling back its main negotiation team from Qatar. This move could happen as early as Tuesday if there are no breakthroughs in the ceasefire talks. A smaller group would stay behind to keep the conversations going with Hamas. The Qatari Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed Al-Thani, has been open about the challenges. He mentioned tha...
War has returned to Gaza, shattering the fragile peace that had begun to take hold. This isn't just a setback; it's a brutal reminder of the endless cycle of violence that has defined life in this besieged territory. The Israeli offensive, which resumed after a brief ceasefire, has left thousands of Palestinians once again facing the horrors of war. The situ...
Political tensions spilled over during Gal Gadot's Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony. Pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian groups clashed, leading to a delay and police involvement. This was not a surprise. Gadot has been vocal about her support for Israel, especially after the October 7 attacks. She has used her platform to speak out against Hamas and advocate for host...
Three Israeli hostages, including an American father of three, were freed by Hamas on Saturday. This release kept a fragile ceasefire from collapsing. The hostages, Sagui Dekel-Chen, Alexander Troufanov, and Yair Horn, were kidnapped during a brutal attack on October 7, 2023. They were handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross in Gaza. This exchange...