PALESTINIAN PROTESTERS
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Israeli raids in West Bank kill 9, cut off hospitals
Israel launched a major military operation in the West Bank to counter "terrorist activity," resulting in the deaths of nine Palestinians and injuries to 11 others. The Israel Defense Forces claimed the raids targeted militants, while Palestinians condemned the action. Violence in the area has intensified since Hamas' October 7 incursion into southern Israel.
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'The answer is no': Pro-Palestinian delegates say their request for a speaker at DNC was shut down
Leaders of the "Uncommitted" movement, which has attracted significant voter support in Democratic primaries due to opposition to the Israel-Hamas war, have been in negotiations to secure a speaking slot for a Palestinian American at the Democratic National Convention. After weeks of discussions, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) delivered a firm rejection on Wednesday, prompting the movement's delegates to stage a sit-in at Chicago's United Center.
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Pro-Palestinian protests loom ahead of first day of Democratic convention
Thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on Monday to oppose the Biden administration's stance on Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza. The demonstration, organized by the group "March on the DNC," included a one-mile march from a park to the Chicago convention arena shortly before President Joe Biden's scheduled address.
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Pro-Palestinian delegates to Democratic convention to push for Israel arms embargo
Dozens of Muslim delegates and their allies, upset over U.S. support for Israel's actions in Gaza, aim to seek changes to the Democratic platform and are planning to demand an arms embargo this week. This effort is set to take place during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, where Vice President Kamala Harris will be formally nominated as the presidential candidate for the Nov. 5 election against Republican former President Donald Trump.
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Kamala Harris didn't agree to discuss Israel arms embargo, aide says
Vice President Kamala Harris did not agree to discuss imposing an arms embargo on Israel during an exchange with pro-Palestinian activists, according to an aide. The exchange took place while Harris was campaigning in Detroit. There had been claims from an organization called the Uncommitted National Movement that Harris, a 2024 Democratic presidential candidate, had shown openness to such a discussion.
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Fears of Middle East war grow after Hamas leader's killing
Tensions in the Middle East escalated as Iran and its allies prepared to respond to the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, which has been attributed to Israel. This event follows Israel's earlier killing of Hezbollah's military chief. In reaction, the U.S. is deploying warships and fighter jets to the region, while Western nations have advised their citizens to leave Lebanon. Hezbollah retaliated with rocket attacks on northern Israel. The conflict, marked by recent violence and widespread destruction, has heightened fears of a larger regional war.
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Israel kills militants in the West Bank as a nervous region watches latest on cease-fire talks
Two Israeli airstrikes in the West Bank killed nine Palestinian militants on Saturday amid rising tensions over the Gaza war and potential regional escalation. The strikes targeted a vehicle near Tulkarem, killing five Hamas militants, and later four other militants who opened fire on Israeli troops. Over 590 Palestinians have died in the West Bank since the Gaza conflict began in October. Meanwhile, cease-fire talks in Cairo continue as regional tensions mount following the killings of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. The U.S. and other nations urge citizens to leave Lebanon, fearing wider conflict.
Israeli army says airstrikes in northern West Bank kill 9 Palestinian militants
Two Israeli airstrikes in the northern West Bank on Saturday resulted in the deaths of nine Palestinian militants, per Israel's army. The attacks followed recent high-profile killings in Tehran and Beirut. Escalating violence and regional tensions are drawing significant international attention and concern from global powers, including the United States.
Mohammed Deif killed: List of Palestinian leaders assassinated by Israel
Mohammed Deif Assasinated: The Israeli military confirmed the killing of Hamas' military wing leader, Mohammed Deif, in an airstrike. Deif was crucial in the Oct. 7 attack on Israel, leading to the ongoing Gaza conflict. This continues Israel's history of targeting key Hamas figures like Yahya Ayyash, Khaled Meshaal, and Sheikh Ahmed Yassin.
Israel used dogs, waterboarding on Palestinian detainees from Gaza, UN report says
A U.N. human rights report reveals thousands of Palestinians have been forcibly removed from Gaza and detained in Israel, where some faced torture and dozens died. Based on interviews with released detainees, the report details abuses like waterboarding and mistreatment in "cage-like" centers. The U.N. urges immediate detainee release and calls for an investigation into these violations
Israel's Netanyahu makes surprise Gaza visit as far-right politician tours flashpoint Jerusalem site
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Rafah, a city in southern Gaza, just days before he was set to give a speech to the US Congress. The visit was announced hours after Israel's far-right national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, visited Jerusalem's most sensitive holy site. Ben-Gvir, an ultranationalist settler leader, said he went to the flashpoint site to pray for the return of Israeli hostages "without a reckless deal, without surrendering."
Indian-origin activist among three women charged for staging protest in Palestinian's support in Singapore
Three Singaporean women, including an Indian-origin activist, were charged for organising a procession supporting the Palestinian cause without a permit. Annamalai Kokila Parvathi, Siti Amirah Mohamed Asrori, and Mossammad Sobikun Nahar were accused under the Public Order Act for assembling near the Istana. Annamalai allegedly abetted the offense. They were offered bail and their cases scheduled for further mention in court.
Pop diva Dua Lipa condemns Israel for enabling genocide in Gaza
Israel's military operations in Gaza, concentrated now on Rafah, provoked a renewed backlash after Gaza officials said an Israeli strike this weekend set ablaze a crowded refugee camp, killing 45.
Yale graduates stage pro-Palestinian walkout of commencement
Yale University students walk out of commencement to protest Gaza war and financial ties, sparking similar actions at other universities. Protests escalate after violent attacks on activists, leading to strikes and censure motions. The events highlight debates on freedom of expression, hate speech, and police response.
University of California academic workers strike to stand up for pro-Palestinian protesters
Graduate students at UC Santa Cruz joined a systemwide protest against the university allegedly violating the speech rights of pro-Palestinian advocates. United Auto Workers Local 4811, representing 48,000 graduate students, initiated rolling strikes across the 10-campus UC system. The union demands amnesty, divestment from Israel-related investments, and filed unfair labor practice complaints.
Protesting students walk out on Jerry Seinfeld graduation speech
Accounts posting the footage said the students at the prestigious university were protesting the usually apolitical star's stance over Israel, which has drawn controversy. Students could be seen carrying a Palestinian flag.
Police arrest dozens as they break up pro-Palestinian protests at several US universities
Pro-Palestinian protest encampments were dismantled at the University of Pennsylvania, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the University of Arizona, leading to dozens of arrests. The protests demanded universities stop doing business with Israel or its supporters. At MIT, police arrested ten students after giving protesters 15 minutes to leave. The protests are part of a broader movement across the US and Europe, with students calling for an end to Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza. The UN has raised concerns about a "plausible risk of genocide" in Gaza, a charge Israel denies.
Eurovision 2024: Protest, disruption, chaos. Israel forced to change lyrics. Know in detail
Dressed in Palestinian keffiyeh scarves and waving Palestinian flags, the protestors used green, black and red smoke bombs to match the flag’s colors and repeated the pro-Palestinian chants. Police estimated that between 10,000 and 12,000 people took part. Among those in the crowd was Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg.
Police clearing pro-Palestinian tent encampment at George Washington University, 33 arrested
"While the university is committed to protecting students' rights to free expression, the encampment had evolved into an unlawful activity, with participants in direct violation of multiple university policies and city regulations," the university said in a statement.
Some colleges that had been permissive of pro-Palestinian protests begin taking a tougher stance
University President Paul Alivisatos acknowledged the school's role as a protector of freedom of speech after officers in riot gear blocked access to the school's Quad but also took an enough-is-enough stance.
Pro-Palestinian protesters break through barricades to retake MIT encampment
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators, initially barred by police from accessing an encampment at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology on Monday, breached the fencing. They then linked arms and surrounded the remaining tents. Meanwhile, Columbia University decided to cancel its university-wide commencement ceremony after weeks of pro-Palestinian protests.
Hamas accepts a Gaza cease-fire proposal, but Israel hasn't commented
Hamas has accepted an Egyptian-Qatari proposal for a cease-fire to halt the seven-month-long war with Israel in Gaza. The deal follows Israel ordering 100,000 Palestinians to evacuate from Rafah, signaling a potential ground invasion. The cease-fire would take place in stages, with Hamas releasing hostages in exchange for Israeli troop pullbacks from Gaza. It is unclear whether the deal will meet Hamas' key demand of bringing about an end to the war and complete Israeli withdrawal.
25 arrested at University of Virginia after police clash with pro-Palestinian protesters
In Virginia, student demonstrators began their protest on a lawn outside the school chapel Tuesday. On Saturday, video from WVAW-TV showed police wearing heavy gear and holding shields lined up on the campus in Charlottesville. Protesters chanted "Free Palestine," and university police said on the social platform X that an "unlawful assembly" had been declared in the area.
Striking deals to end campus protests, some colleges invite discussion of their investments
After weeks of anti-war protests at U.S. universities, some schools, including Brown, Northwestern, and Rutgers, reached agreements with pro-Palestinian protesters to avoid disruptions during final exams and graduation ceremonies. These deals, amid nationwide campus unrest and over 2,400 arrests since April 17, included commitments to review investments in Israel. While universities agreed to discuss divestment, they made no promises to change investments. The protests, which disrupted classes at some schools, have raised questions about academic freedom and led to discussions on divesting from companies linked to the Israeli military.
Police move in to clear NYU encampment, US campus arrests grow to 2,200 in pro-Palestinian protests
Pro-Palestinian protests lead to arrests at NYU and Columbia. UCLA saw clashes and arrests. President Biden defends peaceful protests. Antisemitic allegations surround demonstrations. Israel launched offensive after Hamas attack.
More than 2,100 people have been arrested during pro-Palestinian protests on US college campuses
More than 100 people were taken into custody during the Columbia crackdown, just a fraction of the total arrests stemming from recent campus protests over the Israel-Hamas war. A tally by The Associated Press on Thursday found at least 50 incidents of arrests at 40 different US colleges or universities since April 18.
Police officer fired gun while clearing protesters from Columbia building, prosecutors say
A police officer fired his gun inside Columbia University's Hamilton Hall while clearing pro-Palestinian protesters barricaded inside. No injuries were reported, and the district attorney's office is reviewing the incident. The protesters had been occupying the hall for over 20 hours. The incident is part of a wave of protests across US college campuses against the Israel-Hamas conflict. In Los Angeles, over 200 people were arrested after police clashed with protesters at UCLA, leading to a chaotic scene.
Israel supporters attack pro-Palestinian camp in Los Angeles, 300 Gaza protesters arrested in New York
Witness footage from UCLA, verified by Reuters, showed people wielding sticks or poles to hammer on wooden boards being used as makeshift barricades to protect the pro-Palestinian protesters before police were deployed to the campus.
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