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Palestinian Activists Deported from Israel and Allege Torture

(Image via TT News Agency) Staff Editor: Gwen Pichette Email: gpichette@umassd.edu On October 6th, 170 activists were deported from Israel after naval forces intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla and most of its vessels.  Swedish longtime climate activist Greta Thunberg, 22, was among one of the many activists detained.  Between 2008 and 2018, humanitarian-aid ships organized by activists from around the world attempted to reach Gaza … Continue reading Palestinian Activists Deported from Israel and Allege Torture

 
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Families grieve as the war rages on between Palestine and Israel.
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UN Commission Finds that Israel has Committed Genocide Against Palestinians

(Image via BBC) Staff Editor: Gwen Pichette Email: gpichette@umassd.edu The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory has released a report confirming that Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians. The Commission is headed by Navi Pillay, a former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, former International Criminal Court judge, and former judge and president of the UN International Criminal Tribunal for … Continue reading UN Commission Finds that Israel has Committed Genocide Against Palestinians

 
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2024 the Deadliest Year on Record for Journalists

In 2024, 124 journalists were killed, marking a record high, driven by escalating global conflicts, particularly in Gaza. CPJ highlights the perilous environment journalists face, with inadequate protections. Many deaths may be underreported. Recommendations include an investigative task force to enhance journalist safety, but challenges persist as conflicts continue. Continue reading 2024 the Deadliest Year on Record for Journalists

 
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Hamas Temporarily Suspends Israeli Hostage Release

Hamas has suspended the release of Israeli hostages due to alleged violations of a ceasefire by Israel, which includes delays in returning displaced individuals and ongoing military actions. The recent conflict escalated after Hamas’s attacks on October 7, 2023, leading to significant casualties and ongoing mediation for peace talks. Continue reading Hamas Temporarily Suspends Israeli Hostage Release

 
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