Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Killed: What It Means for the Gaza War
Yahya Sinwar, a prominent leader of Hamas, was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza on October 17, 2024. Sinwar was a key figure in the organization, having helped transform Hamas…
Conflict Between Hezbollah and Israel Escalates with Intense Cross-Border Attacks
On Sunday, Hezbollah launched over 150 rockets from southern Lebanon into northern Israel, targeting civilian areas further south than previous attacks. The strikes reached as far as Haifa, one of…
Six Hostages Found Dead in Gaza, Sparking Widespread Protests Across Israel
In a heartbreaking development, the bodies of six hostages who had been held by Hamas militants in Gaza were recovered by Israeli forces on Sunday. These six individuals were among…
Ismail Haniyeh, Top Hamas Leader, Assassinated in Iran
Background and Role Ismail Haniyeh, a key figure in the Palestinian militant group Hamas, was assassinated in Tehran, Iran, at the age of 62. Haniyeh, who was the exiled political…
UK Government Drops Opposition to ICC’s Netanyahu and Gallant Warrants
Overview Britain’s new Labour government, led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has announced a significant policy shift by deciding not to challenge the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants for…
The Gaza War and Its Impact on the L.G.B.T.Q. Community
The ongoing Gaza war has caused significant rifts within the L.G.B.T.Q. community, particularly in New York. This issue has come to the forefront during Pride Month, a period usually marked…
Israeli Airstrike in Rafah Kills 45, Sparks International Outcry
On Sunday, May 26, an Israeli airstrike hit an encampment for displaced Palestinians in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, killing at least 45 people and injuring dozens more, according…
UN Court Orders Immediate Halt to Israeli Offensive in Gaza
May 24, 2024 – The United Nations’ top court has directed Israel to “immediately halt” its military offensive in Rafah, a city in southern Gaza where over one million Palestinians…
Ireland, Norway, and Spain to Recognize Palestinian State
On May 28, 2024, Ireland, Norway, and Spain will officially recognize the Palestinian state, marking a significant diplomatic shift intended to bolster peace efforts in the Middle East. This decision…
International Criminal Court Calls for Arrest of Netanyahu and Hamas Officials
On May 20, 2024, the International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan announced his request for arrest warrants targeting leaders from both Israel and Hamas. This decision is based on…