Anti‑Zionism is not the same as antisemitism, yet some writers keep confusing the two. A recent opinion piece claimed they were identical, a claim that misleads and endangers clear thinking about hate. When people blur the difference, they give a cover to an ideology that can harm millions whi
Over 130 British Labour politicians have signed a letter demanding the government halt trade with Israeli settlements in the West Bank. Unlike past disputes, this push comes from inside the ruling party, creating tension between tradition and party loyalty. The lawmakers argue current policies aren'
France and some European friends are quietly putting together a list of people to punish for recent violence in the West Bank. These aren't big dramatic moves—just freezing bank accounts and banning certain people from traveling. The catch? Each country might pick different names, so no single world
A seven-month-old baby died and his parents were injured after Israeli soldiers fired shots at their car near Hebron in the West Bank. The baby, named Sam Fahd Abu Haikal, was hit by a bullet that went through his face and head. His parents were also struck—his mother took a bullet to her cheek, whi
Israel recently greenlit plans to build over 2, 000 new homes in three West Bank settlements, a move that’s stirring fresh debates about land disputes and future borders. The decision, led by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, aims to strengthen Israel’s presence in the territory, which most countri
Israel’s government just approved plans to build over 2, 000 new homes in three West Bank settlements. These areas are under Israeli control but claimed by Palestinians for a future state. Most countries see these settlements as against international law, making peace talks harder. Finance Minister
In a quiet town near Nablus, a 26-year-old man named Imad Haroun Ishtayeh ran a small business—just another family trying to get by. His poultry slaughterhouse kept him busy, but the West Bank’s economic crisis made it hard to survive. Even with his father relying on him, the money wasn’t enough. So
Reports from Palestinians suggest some Israeli forces have used sexual violence in prisons. These accounts include beatings, public shaming, and torture that targets both adults and minors. The claims are serious enough to demand thorough, unbiased investigations. Even if only partly true, they rais
Yasser Abbas, the president’s son and a businessman with tobacco and construction companies, just landed a spot on Fatah’s Central Committee. No one voted him into this powerful role; he was elected by party members at their first big meeting in ten years. His dad, Mahmoud Abbas, still runs the show
On a single Saturday in London, two massive but opposing crowds took over the streets, each pushing their own cause. One group waved British flags while complaining about immigration levels, while the other marched to remember Palestinians displaced decades ago. The police had prepared for this, bri
