Israel-Palestine conflict

Will Gaza’s incessant bleeding end under the new US leadership?

The US policy will almost certainly remain the same: to support and arm Israel while largely ignoring the Palestinians’ plight in Gaza.

Coca-Cola ad, sparking backlash, gets reinstated amid controversy

On Tuesday morning, the ad disappeared from Coca-Cola’s YouTube channel, prompting speculation that the company had taken it down in response to the backlash. However, the ad was back online by the evening, with a disabled comment section to prevent further negative feedback.

Opinion / How to not handle a crisis communication: A lesson from Coca-Cola

Coca-Cola's botched ad campaign highlights the pitfalls of crisis communication.

27 killed in Israel strike on UN school in Gaza

An Israeli strike on a UN school in Gaza, which was being used as a Hamas compound, killed at least 27 people early today, Palestinian authorities said

Explainer / What is the two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict?

More than seven months into the deadliest Israeli-Palestinian war yet, the US has said there is no way to solve Israel's security issues and the challenge of rebuilding Gaza without steps towards a Palestinian state

Alleged war crimes in Gaza: ICC arrest warrants sought for Netanyahu, Hamas leaders

The International Criminal Court’s prosecutor said yesterday he had requested arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his defence chief and three Hamas leaders over alleged war crimes.

Ensure basic health services to Palestinians, PM urges UN

"I hope that the United Nations and other international organisations will take a more effective role in ensuring essential health services for all, especially women and children, there"

Has the war in Gaza exposed limitations of free speech in US?

Protests have rocked US university campuses over the last week as pro-Palestinian students have encamped on the grounds of Columbia, Yale, and New York University, among other prestigious educational institutions, urging universities to divest from the state of Israel amid the ongoing genocide.

January 4, 2024
January 4, 2024

'Tech for Palestine' initiative launched to support Palestinians

A coalition of over 40 founders, investors, engineers, and other tech industry professionals has recently launched a new initiative called 'Tech for Palestine'. The goal of this coalition is to build open-source projects, tools, and data that can aid the tech industry in advocating for the Palestinian people.

December 26, 2023
December 26, 2023

Nvidia donates $15 million to aid civilians in Israel-Palestine War

Nvidia, the US-based graphics chip company, has recently donated $15 million to non-profits aiding civilians affected by the ongoing Israel-Palestine War. Among this $15 million is $5 million from Nvidia employees from over 30 countries.

December 22, 2023
December 22, 2023

A truce just delays the deaths

World leaders must enforce a permanent ceasefire in Gaza

November 19, 2023
November 19, 2023

Jaya Ahsan pens heartfelt note seeking help for Palestinians

Renowned actress Jaya Ahsan penned a heartfelt note today addressing the devastation caused by the Israel-Palestine conflict. She further conveyed a sense of guilt, acknowledging the contrast between her ability to lead a normal life and that of the displaced Palestinians, who must grapple with the uncertainty of survival.

November 18, 2023
November 18, 2023

Comedians navigate Israel-Palestine conflict through humour

Comedy has long been recognised as a potent medium for social commentary and critique. Amongst the myriad of issues it tackles, the Israel-Palestine conflict has not escaped the attention of comedians worldwide. Employing humour as a mechanism for protest and expression, comedians have increasingly utilised their platforms in recent years to spotlight the complexities and tensions inherent in this ongoing conflict.

October 27, 2023
October 27, 2023

Column by Mahfuz Anam: West’s moral standing and the slaughter of Palestinians

Hasn't the world already been a witness to the massacre that has been taking place in Gaza over the past several weeks?

October 26, 2023
October 26, 2023

Israel-Palestine conflict: Joe Biden's moral hypocrisy

Without proper investigations, President Biden announced he favours the Israeli version of the stories.

October 25, 2023
October 25, 2023

Israel's allies must see the moral imperative of a ceasefire

Unimpeded humanitarian access to Gaza is of utmost importance

October 24, 2023
October 24, 2023

What's wrong with the US response to the Gaza crisis

On October 18, US President Joe Biden travelled to Israel, offering support for its military operations in the Gaza Strip, despite growing global calls for a ceasefire.

October 19, 2023
October 19, 2023

Israel’s hubris will be its undoing

The increasing ferocity of Israeli attacks will only garner further support for Palestine.