2024-12-26: News Headlines

Ali Salam (2024-12-26). Day 445: Israeli Military Kills Many Palestinians, Terrorizes the Population of Gaza. imemc.org On Tuesday, December 24th, 2024, day 445 of the ongoing Israeli assault against the entire civilian population of 2.2 million Palestinians in the Gaza prison camp, Israeli forces continued their relentless assault on Gaza's civilians.

M. Reza Behnam, Consortium News. (2024-12-26). Deception And Politics From Washington To Tel Aviv. popularresistance.org In these difficult times, the voice of the late Palestinian-American scholar, Edward Said is ever present, "Writing is the final resistance we have against the inhuman practices and injustices that disfigure human history." | For more than fourteen painful months Israel has passed off its inhuman actions against the people of Gaza as "defensive." | We are to believe that the massacre of tens of thousands of civilians and attacks on its Arab neighbors are somehow Israel's "right." Championed by the Biden administration, Tel Aviv has grown ever more bold and barbaric in its efforts to crush the resistance and expan…

Sharon Zhang, Truthout. (2024-12-26). Palestinian Americans File Lawsuit Against United States. popularresistance.org A group of Palestinian Americans is suing the U.S. government for failing to evacuate American citizens and legal residents stranded in Gaza amid Israel's genocide, saying that the U.S. is violating constitutional protections afforded to all Americans by discriminating against Palestinians and leaving them stranded. | The group of nine Palestinian Americans, either themselves stuck in Gaza or whose family are stranded there, accuse the government of violating the Fifth Amendment, promising equal protection, "by depriving Plaintiffs of the normal and typical evacuation efforts the federal government extends to Ame…

Ramzy Baroud, Counter Punch. (2024-12-26). Why Is The Palestinian Authority Killing Palestinians In Jenin? popularresistance.org Following a ten-day siege, the Palestinian Authority began, on December 14, a violent raid on the Jenin refugee camp in the northern West Bank. | The PA security forces used similar tactics as used by the Israeli occupation forces in their routine attacks on the area. | The camp, which is a mere half a square kilometer in size, hosts an ever-growing population of 24 thousand refugees, mostly the descendants of Palestinians ethnically cleansed by Zionist militias during the great catastrophe, or Nakba, of 1948. | The raid began with a tight siege, followed by an attack from multiple directions that resulted in the…

tn.ai (2024-12-26). Yemen's Ansarullah Missile Strikes Alter Israel's Calculation: IRGC Official. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — An Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) official praised Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement for its missile attacks on Israel, asserting that these actions have forced the regime to reshape its strategies following its involvement in the Syria conflict.

Avi Steinberg (2024-12-26). Israeli Citizenship Has Always Been a Tool of Genocide — So I Renounced Mine. truthout.org I recently entered an Israeli consulate and submitted papers to formally renounce my citizenship. It was an unseasonably warm fall day and office workers on break were lounging by the pond in Boston Common. The night before had seen a particularly gruesome series of aerial attacks by Israel on refugee tent camps in Gaza. Even as Palestinians were still counting bodies or, in many cases… |

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). IRGC: Yemeni attacks change Israel's calculations amid regime's joy over Syria. presstv.ir An IRGC commander says Ansarullah's prompt missile attacks have changed the Israeli regime's calculations.

SKWAWKBOX (2024-12-26). Video: 5 Palestinian journalists murdered as they slept in their 'PRESS' van. skwawkbox.org Israel's campaign to silence voices exposing its genocide continues horrifically Journalists Ayman Al-Jadi, Faisal Abu Al-Qumsan, Muhammad Al-Ladah, Ibrahim Al-Sheikh Ali and Fadi Hassouna were murdered last night as they slept in their 'Al-Quds Al-Youm' channel press van, which was clearly marked 'PRESS' on the sides and top, in the Nuseirat refugee camp. Israel has …

tn.ai (2024-12-26). Yemeni Parliament Condemns Global Silence over Gaza, Calls for Accountability. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Yemen's parliament criticized the lack of response from Arab and Muslim nations to Israel's crimes against Palestinians in Gaza, urging immediate action to halt the regime's genocide in the besieged territory.

Hagar Shezaf (2024-12-26). IDF prevented victims of a West Bank drone strike from reaching hospital, relatives say. haaretz.com Two womens' homes were struck, and the IDF admits they were not the intended targets. 'We couldn't get her out of the camp for about two hours because of the lockdown,' says family member. 'They didn't allow the ambulance to enter'…

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). Yemen parl. condemns 'shameful' silence of Arab states on Israeli crimes in Gaza, Syria. presstv.ir The Yemeni parliament has denounced the "shameful" silence of Arab and Muslim countries amid Israel's heinous crimes against the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip.

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). Protesters gather in Jordan in solidarity with Palestinians. presstv.ir Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered in the Jordanian capital, Amman, on Friday, condemning Israel's genocide in Gaza and expressing solidarity with the Palestinian people.

Brett Wilkins (2024-12-26). As Palestinians Starve and Freeze, Israeli Troops Unwind at Gaza 'Beachfront Resort'. indybay.org "ùêÄùêßùêù ùêî.ùêí. ùê≠ùêöùê±ùê©ùêöùê≤ùêûùê´ùê¨ ùêöùê´ùêû ùêüùêÆùêßùê&…

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). Iran: Israel's attack on journalists' vehicle in Gaza amounts to 'war crime'. presstv.ir Iran condemns Israel's killing of five journalists in Gaza as war crime.

Amir Tibon (2024-12-26). Why Netanyahu's poison machine is targeting this hero of October 7. haaretz.com Netanyahu's loyal supporters have taken to tarring leftist MK and former general Yair Golan, the only Israeli opposition leader combating the prime minister's populist politics with with sharp elbows and an aggressive posture…

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). 'Hell of the hell': UNRWA blasts Israel's months-long deadly siege on northern Gaza. presstv.ir The UN agency for Palestinian refugees says northern Gaza has been going through "the hell of the hell" amid Israel's bombing campaign.

Ali Salam (2024-12-26). Israeli Drone Strike Kills a Palestinian Child, Injures a Young Man, Near Tubas. imemc.org A Palestinian child was killed and a young man was critically injured by an Israeli drone strike, on Wednesday, in the town of Tammun, south of Tubas in the northeastern part of the occupied West Bank. On Wednesday morning, Najeh Bani Odeh, the head of the Tammun Municipal Council, announced that the child, Rayan Hussam …

Ali Salam (2024-12-26). Israeli Soldiers Execute a Palestinian Man Near Tulkarem. imemc.org Israeli forces executed a Palestinian young man, on Wednesday, after besieging and bombing his home in the town Qaffin, northeast of Tulkarem in the northwestern part of the occupied West Bank. Media sources announced, on Wednesday evening, that the young man, Ahmad Mahmoud Khaled Amarneh, 25, was shot and killed by occupation forces after they …

APR editor (2024-12-26). Cardinal David slams Israel, says Jesus would have been born in Gaza. asiapacificreport.nz By Victor Barreiro Jr in Manila Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David, bishop of Kalookan, has condemned the state of Israel on Christmas Eve for its relentless attacks on Gaza that have killed tens of thousands of Palestinians. "I can't think of any other people in the world who live in darkness and are always in the…

Pacific Media Watch (2024-12-26). Five journalists killed by Israeli air strike near hospital — media watchdogs condemn killings. asiapacificreport.nz Pacific Media Watch Five Palestinian journalists have been killed in a new Israeli strike near a hospital in central Gaza after four reporters were killed last week, reports Al Jazeera citing authorities and media in the besieged enclave. The journalists from the Al-Quds Today channel were covering events near al-Awda Hospital, located in the Nuseirat…

tn.ai (2024-12-26). Israeli Industrial Zone in Asqalan Targeted in Yemeni Drone Attack. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — A fresh drone operation was carried out by Yemen targeting an industrial zone in the occupied Asqalan area.

tn.ai (2024-12-26). Israeli Strikes in Gaza Claim Lives of Journalists, Civilians. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Israeli airstrikes on Gaza have killed five journalists and numerous civilians, with escalating violence leaving thousands dead and injured.

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-26). Israeli Airstrikes in Gaza Kill 10, Including 5 Journalists. themedialine.org

tn.ai (2024-12-26). Tensions Rise As Israel Intensifies Violations in South Lebanon by Wounding, Abducting Citizens. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) reported that Israeli troops have intensified their operations in south Lebanon, breaching several border areas and further undermining the fragile ceasefire under UN Resolution 1701.

tn.ai (2024-12-26). Iran Denounces Israel's Deliberate Targeting of Journalists. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry censured the Israeli regime's deliberate targeting of a journalists' vehicle outside Al-Awda Hospital in the al-Nuseirat camp in central Gaza.

Yves Engler (2024-12-26). Canada 'aids' Palestine by training PA police to repress resistance. mondoweiss.net Palestinian Authority security forces are violently suppressing the resistance in Jenin, and those opposing Israel's holocaust in Gaza. Most Canadians are unaware that our country assists them.

krish-rad_ind (2024-12-26). Sheltering in churches, Gaza's Christians face another Christmas under fire. 972mag.com

middleeastmonitor (2024-12-26). Can Palestinians and Israelis coexist in a single democratic state? middleeastmonitor.com How would such a state guarantee the security of its citizens.

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-26). UN Urges Timely Israeli Pullout From South Lebanon, Cites Cease-fire Violations. themedialine.org

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). Iran says will launch 'huge, powerful' military drills in coming days. presstv.ir Commander announces pending taking place of "powerful" complex and inclusive military drills enlisting the country's Army and the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). Israel kills 5 Palestinian journalists in front of Al-Awda Hospital in Gaza. presstv.ir Gaza health authorities say new Israeli strikes have killed more than several people, including five journalists.

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). Hamas calls for action against Israeli settler incursions into al-Aqsa Mosque. presstv.ir Hamas has called for action against the increasing raids by Israeli settlers on al-Aqsa Mosque and throughout the West Bank.

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). Far-right Israeli minister Ben-Gvir again storms al-Aqsa Mosque. presstv.ir Far-right Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir makes another intrusion into the al-Aqsa Mosque compound in the occupied Old City of al-Quds.

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). Israel launches deepened incursion into Lebanon despite truce. presstv.ir Israeli forces have launched deepened incursion into some areas of Southern Lebanon in violation of the November 27 ceasefire agreement, kidnapping a Lebanese man.

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). Hamas says Israel created new obstacles to Gaza truce deal. presstv.ir Hamas says Israel has created new obstacles to a ceasefire agreement, despite progress in negotiations in Doha.

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). Israel kills well-known Palestinian artist, her husband in Gaza. presstv.ir Israel has killed a Palestinian artist and visionary entrepreneur along with her husband in an airstrike on their home in the central part of the besieged Gaza Strip.

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). Yemeni drone operation targets Israeli industrial zone. presstv.ir Yemen's army says it has conducted another drone operation targeting the "industrial zone of the Israeli enemy" in the occupied Asqalan area.

aljazeera (2024-12-26). Five journalists killed in Israeli strike near hospital, authorities say. aljazeera.com Journalists from Al-Quds Today were covering events at al-Awda Hospital when vehicle was struck, according to reports.

aljazeera (2024-12-26). Three babies freeze to death in Gaza refugee camp amid Israeli blockade. aljazeera.com Father of three-week-old victim Sila Mahmoud al-Faseeh says family slept on cold sand in tent exposed to bitter winds.

aljazeera (2024-12-26). Video: Israeli attack kills five journalists inside press vehicle in Gaza. aljazeera.com Five Journalists from Al-Quds Today channel have been killed by an Israeli military strike on their broadcasting van.

aljazeera (2024-12-26). Israeli public focused on hostages as famine looms in Gaza. aljazeera.com "The Israeli public is overwhelmed with the issue of the hostages."

aljazeera (2024-12-26). The US won't reign in Israel in Gaza. aljazeera.com International relations professor Hassan Barari says the US will allow Israel to continue causing hunger in Gaza…

Noa Shpigel (2024-12-26). Knesset advances bill barring Palestinian university graduates from teaching in schools. haaretz.com A new law would enable the Education Ministry to block graduates from receiving teaching licenses and employment certificates. 'Courses at these institutions include antisemitic content … and serious incitement,' says an explanatory note…

Omer Benjakob (2024-12-26). Israeli hackers flock to Barcelona as spyware industry shifts. haaretz.com Squeezed between the war and tough restrictions at home, elite Israeli hackers are relocating to the EU and Spain to set up or join a new crop of firms selling exploit, now the hottest item in the world of cyber surveillance…

Rachel Fink (2024-12-26). 'An image that also screams': Young unknown photographer wins prestigious Israeli photojournalism prize. haaretz.com As part of the annual event, a panel of judges name several winners for outstanding works from among the selected entries, among them Haaretz's Moti Milrod and Olivier Fitoussi…

Staff (2024-12-26). War, grief and anger: Israel in 2024, through the eyes of Haaretz photographers. haaretz.com The sounds of explosions, protest and anguish reverberate through the images that Haaretz photographers captured during this year of military and political conflict, from deserted towns and hostage rallies to the battlefield…

Staff (2024-12-26). Israeli reservist killed in central Gaza combat, IDF announces. haaretz.com The Israeli army is investigating whether Captain (Res.) Amit Levi's death resulted from gunfire, and the source of the fire…

Yaniv Kubovich (2024-12-26). Israeli army chief expedites investigation into Oct. 7 after defense minister's threat. haaretz.com Defense Minister Israel Katz previously warned he would not approve the appointment of new IDF officers with the rank of major general until the army's investigation into its failures on October 7 was complete…

newarab (2024-12-26). Bear Grylls targeted by pro-Israelis for 'Palestinian Mary' post. newarab.com British adventurer Bear Grylls has been the latest target of Israel supporters after calling In a "Maryam, a young, poor and no doubt terrifi…

newarab (2024-12-26). Israel expands use of dystopian technology in the West Bank. newarab.com The Israeli Army Radio said last week that the army recently began equipping itself with dozens of technological systems to deploy at the entrances to settlements and key points under the pretext of what it…

newarab (2024-12-26). Israeli army stops West Bank strike victims reaching hospital. newarab.com The According to Haaretz, two Palestinians, identified as Khawla Abdullah, 53, and Bara'a Al-Sheikh Ali, 21, were killed in the drone attack with the Israeli army later admitting they were not…

newarab (2024-12-26). Israeli far-right minister Ben-Gvir storms Al-Aqsa Mosque. newarab.com Israel's extremist National Security Minister On the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, the pro-settler far-right politician, notorious for inciting violence against Palestinians, declared his visit a 'prayer for the safety of soldiers' and 'victory in the war' in Gaza. | He also posted a picture of himself on the social media platform X with the mosque i…

newarab (2024-12-26). Israeli probe finds air defence failures during October 7 attack. newarab.com A leaked According to the findings, Israeli Air Force (IAF) Chief Tomer Bar admitted that his forces were 'not effective enough' in responding to the surprise assault launched by Palestinian resistance factions. | According to Channel 12, the investigation details how the Israeli Air Force scrambled to re…

newarab (2024-12-26). Journalists among 10 killed as Israeli strikes continue in Gaza. newarab.com At least 10 people were killed, including five journalists, and more than a dozen wounded in Israeli strikes on Gaza early on Thursday, medics from the Gaza health authorities said. | Five people were killed and 20 wounded in an Israeli airstrike on a house in Gaza City's Zeitoun neighbourhood, the medics reported. They warned the death toll could rise as many people remained trapped under the rubble. | In a separate incident, five journalists were killed when their vehicle was struck in the vicinity of Al-Awda hospital in Nuseirat in central Gaza, the enclave's health authorities said. | The journalists worke…

newarab (2024-12-26). Lebanon says Israeli air strike hits target in east. newarab.com Lebanon's state media said an Israeli air strike targeted the The truce went into effect on November 27 after more than a year of hostilities that began with the outbreak of Both sides…

newarab (2024-12-26). Palestinians mourn Gaza artist killed by Israeli airstrike. newarab.com Tributes are pouring in for a well-known Walaa al-Faranji was well known in the Strip for her fashion designs and photography as well as her writing which many people say captured the pain and plight of Palestinians since Israel launched its war on the besieged enclave. | The killing of al-Faranji and her husband Ahmed Salama…

newarab (2024-12-26). UNIFIL urges timely Israeli pullout from s. Lebanon under truce. newarab.com Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a US-brokered 60-day ceasefire that calls for a phased Israeli military pullout after more than a year of war, in keeping with a…

UMMID (2024-12-26). 'Imagined Reality': Bethlehem Pastor tears into Zionist idea of 'Greater Israel'. ummid.com The idea of "Greater Israel" that Israel and its supporters want the world to believe in order to create a Zionist state in Palestine is a case of 'imagined reality' based on incorrect interpretation of Bible, Rev. Munther Isaac said.

UMMID (2024-12-26). 5 Journalists killed in Israeli bombing near Gaza hospital. ummid.com In what is recorded as the highest journalist causalities in a single day, as many five Al-Quds TV Channel reporters were killed in an Israeli bombing near al-Awda Hospital in the Nuseirat camp in central Gaza Thursday December 26, 2024.

Luis Linares Petrov (2024-12-26). Lebanese Army denounces Israel's violation of ceasefire. plenglish.com The Armed Forces issued a statement condemning Israel's attacks on the sovereignty of Lebanon and its citizens and the destruction of villages and towns in the south of the nation. | The Ministry of Defense increased the level of alert and readiness at the Qaaqaaiyet El-Jisr checkpoint due to Israeli movements from Taybeh towards Aadchit El-Qsair and Qantara, and stated that the army leadership is monitoring the situation in coordination with the United Nations Interim Force (UNIFIL) and the mechanism for monitoring the implementation of the ceasefire. | The Armed Forces blocked access to Wadi al-Hujeir from the…

Al Mayadeen English (2024-12-26). In another violation of ceasefire, 'Israel' targets Lebanon's east. indybay.org ùôèùôùùôö ùôñùô®ùô®ùôñùô™ùô°ùô© ùôöùô≠ùô•ùôñùô£ùôôùô® ùôÑùô®ùôßùô&ntil…

Brett Wilkins (2024-12-26). At Least 3 Palestinian Babies Freeze to Death in Gaza Amid Israeli Blockade. indybay.org At least three Palestinian infants have frozen to death in Gaza in recent days amid winter temperatures and inadequate shelter due to Israel's 446-day U.S.-backed assault and blockade of the besieged coastal enclave | ùôéùôûùô°ùôñ ùôàùôñùôùùô¢ùô§ùô™ùôô ùòºùô°-&u…

Dan Bacher (2024-12-26). Healthcare Under Attack in Gaza and Lebanon: Press Conference and Visual Exhibit. indybay.org The press conference and visual display focused on health care under Israeli/U.S. attack in Gaza and Lebanon. All photos are by Dan Bacher.

Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur (2024-12-26). Israeli commander broke the bones of a 4-year-old Palestinian child with his bare hands. indybay.org Stories like the Israeli commander ùóØùóøùó≤ùóÆùó∏ùó∂ùóªùó¥ ùòÅùóµùó≤ ùóØùóºùóªùó≤ùòÄ ùóºùó≥ ùóÆ &…

Raghad Salameh (2024-12-26). Journalist documents moment Israeli four-wheel drive tries to run her over in West Bank. indybay.org "ùòº ùô¢ùôûùô°ùôûùô©ùôñùôßùôÆ ùô´ùôöùôùùôûùôòùô°ùôö ùôôùôöùô°ùôûùô&…

Sharon Zhang (2024-12-26). 3 Newborn Babies Freeze to Death in Israel's "Humanitarian Safe Zone" in Gaza. truthout.org Three newborn babies have frozen to death in Israel's designated "humanitarian safe zone" in Gaza over the past two days, as Israeli authorities block the entry of nearly all cold weather supplies into the besieged enclave. The Gaza Health Ministry's head, Munir al-Bursh, shared on social media that the babies were exposed to "extreme cold" in their tents on the beach in Al-Mawasi in south… |

presstv.ir (2024-12-26). In Christmas message, Pope laments 'extremely grave' situation in Gaza. presstv.ir Pope Francis has described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as "extremely grave."

aljazeera (2024-12-26). Babies in Gaza die of hypothermia as living conditions worsen. aljazeera.com Doctors say three Palestinian babies have died of hypothermia in a displacement camp in southern Gaza.

Peace, Justice Project (2024-12-26). Inspired by BDS Movement, Bay Area Activists Display Jesus in Rubble in Nativity Scenes. indybay.org Responding to a call to action from the BDS Movement, community members from Vigil 4 Gaza stood up for Palestine by placing a baby Jesus doll in keffiyeh in nativity scenes on Christmas Eve…

Mike Ferner (2024-12-26). Bringing Gaza Home. counterpunch.org In Ft. Wayne, Indiana, this September, I was arrested with a long-time activist friend, Cliff Kindy, for blocking the entrance to a Raytheon Corp. facility. We both requested jury trials and the dates were set for mid-December and early January. Prosecutors dropped the charges in each case and the trials did not happen. For my

ICRC (2024-12-26). Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: Facts & Figures December 2024. icrc.org 9 May — 9 December 2024…

newarab (2024-12-26). Gaza's Christian children mark Christmas with no gifts or joy. newarab.com While Dozens of Christian children gathered with their families in the Holy Family Church's courtyard in Gaza City to perform the holiday prayers. Katalia Habis…

Al Mayadeen English (2024-12-26). With purple lips and blotchy skin: Baby girl freezes to death in Gaza. indybay.org Sila's father, Mahmoud al-Faseeh, described his three-week-old daughter's lifeless body as "stiff as wood". | x.com/swilkinsonbc/status/18718322131318… | video: 16s…

Nadia B. Ahmad (2024-12-26). Bloodstained hypocrisy: Biden's bombs are louder than his words on Islamophobia. mondoweiss.net On December 12, the Biden administration released its National Strategy to Counter Islamophobia and Anti-Arab Hate. But as Biden speaks of "countering hate," he continues to expedite the shipment of weapons that are being used to kill Palestinians.

krish-rad_ind (2024-12-26). 'We will leave when the last Palestinian leaves': The defiant last stand of the doctors of Kamal Adwan Hospital. mondoweiss.net

Samidoun (2024-12-26). Mohammed Walid Ali al-Aref martyred in Zionist prisons one week after his re-arrest. indybay.org On Wednesday evening, 4 December 2024, Palestinian prisoners' organizations announced the martyrdom of re-arrested liberated prisoner Mohammed Walid Hussein Ali (al-Aref), 45, of Nour Shams camp in Tulkarem inside the Zionist occupation prisons. He was abducted along with three other men from Nour Shams camp on 28 November 2024, when the invasion of occupation soldiers into the camp was met with a fierce response from the Resistance.

Hanna Hanania (2024-12-26). Bethlehem: When Will the Peace of Christmas Come Home? globalresearch.ca [First published by Global Research on December 27, 2022] | As mayor of the Palestinian city of Bethlehem, I have the privilege of lighting the Christmas tree in Manger Square and attending Midnight Mass at one of the world's oldest churches, …

UMMID (2024-12-26). Corporal Hasan: The Last Guard of Al-Aqsa. ummid.com Corporal Hasan stood guard at Masjid al Aqsa for approximately 65 years since the Ottomans retreated from Palestine.

MAPA (2024-12-26). Sunday 1/12: Teach-in: Mandates and Repression in Palestine and Beyond. indybay.org

Thomas Hummel (2024-12-25). We Must Build International Solidarity Against US-China Imperial Rivalry. truthout.org Increasingly, understanding the inter-imperialist competition between the United States and China is becoming essential to understanding the dynamics of the modern capitalist system. With the goal of broadening our understanding of the dynamics at play, Ashley Smith, along with co-authors Eli Friedman, Kevin Lin, and Rosa Liu, have published China in Global Capitalism: Building International… |

tn.ai (2024-12-25). Yemeni Forces Attack Israeli Military Sites in Support of Palestinians in Gaza. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Yemen's armed forces announced a successful operation targeting an Israeli military site in the occupied territories, as the Israeli war in Gaza intensifies.

APR editor (2024-12-25). Gaza Christians pray for end of Israeli war's 'death and destruction'. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report Silent Night is a well-known Christmas carol that tells of a peaceful and silent night in Bethlehem, referring to the first Christmas more than 2000 years ago. It is now 2024, and it was again a silent night in Bethlehem last night, reports Al Jazeera's Nisa Ibrahim. Not because of peace. But…

Michel Moushabeck (2024-12-25). Palestinians Endure Another Christmas of Genocide and Displacement. truthout.org Over the past 14 months, I have watched in horror as fellow Palestinians in Gaza have been subjected to Israel's relentless bombardment — targeting refugee camps, residential neighborhoods, schools, hospitals, universities and bakeries — and forced to live the nightmare of homelessness in leaky tents without food, water or medical care. I have listened to friends and family in the West Bank and… |

Marcy Winograd, Counter Punch. (2024-12-25). Schools Are No Place For The ADL. popularresistance.org Launched in 1913 to counter antisemitism and discrimination, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) now resembles a mythological shapeshifter that presents alternately as a civil rights organization and a pro-Israel propagandist. | In its "No Place for Hate" program that caters to both elementary and secondary schools, the ADL's stated mission is to empower students, teachers and parents to "stand against bias and bullying …" with school-wide pledges, projects and games aimed at celebrating diversity and stamping out hate in the halls, in the cafeteria, in the reading circle, anywhere that hate may manifest.

SKWAWKBOX (2024-12-25). Palestinian families launch legal action against British oil giant BP for enabling Israel's genocide. skwawkbox.org Palestinians who have lost family members to Israel's genocide in Gaza have launched a lawsuit against British oil giant BP over the company's supply of oil to the occupation regime that enables Israel's mechanised war on Palestinian civilians. The UK-based International Centre for Justice for Palestinians (ICJP) said in a statement this week that BP …

Ravit Hecht (2024-12-25). As time runs out for the hostages, Netanyahu's court testimony sounds delusional. This is his strength. haaretz.com The Israeli prime minister passed the buck once more — this time to his wife, who he says was responsible for most of the attempts to interfere in media coverage…

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Israeli occupation forces expand aggression in SW Syria, seize local weapons. presstv.ir The Israeli military expands its invasion of Quneitra Province in southwestern Syria, forcing the locals there to hand over their weapons to the regime's forces.

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Yemen fires second hypersonic missile at Israeli targets in as many days. presstv.ir The Yemeni Armed Forces claimed responsibility for a missile strike on a military target within the Israeli-occupied territories in support of Gaza, marking the second attack in two days.

newarab (2024-12-25). One child is killed every hour in Gaza, UNRWA chief says. newarab.com One child is killed every hour in In a post on social media platform X, Philippe Lazzarini, the commissioner-general of the organisation, said there is "no place left for children" in Gaza, adding that since the launch of Israel's war on the enclave, 14,500 children have been killed. | "One child gets killed every hour. These are not numbers. Th…

newarab (2024-12-25). Stray animals seen eating Palestinian corpses in northern Gaza. newarab.com Even in his nightmares, Emad Abu Ras, a "I was frozen in my place and did not realise what should I do […] If I tried to pull the bodies away from the stray animals, the Israeli drones [quadcopter] would attack me and kill me," the 42-year-old father of four remarked to The New…

Rachel Fink (2024-12-25). Israel's sufga-mania: the sweet, the savory and the slightly scandalous. haaretz.com Eight nights, eight categories, never-ending discussion. From the Dubai chocolate-inspired to a chopped liver version and the instant classic carrot cake sufganiya: these are the doughnuts driving Israel's annual deep fried discourse…

Jonathan Ofir (2024-12-25). Popcorn, cotton-candy and massages. Inside Israel's new army 'resort' in northern Gaza. mondoweiss.net A new report by Israeli news outlet Ynet reveals a disturbing picture: as Palestinians in north Gaza face starvation and extermination, a nearby 'resort' has been established for Israeli soldiers to relax and unwind in between their deployment.

Brett Wilkins (2024-12-25). As Palestinians Starve and Freeze, Israeli Troops Unwind at Gaza 'Beachfront Resort'. indybay.org "ùêÄùêßùêù ùêî.ùêí. ùê≠ùêöùê±ùê©ùêöùê≤ùêûùê´ùê¨ ùêöùê´ùêû ùêüùêÆùêßùê&…

Etan Nechin (2024-12-25). Netanyahu calls himself Churchill. History may recall him as Milosevic. haaretz.com Israel's prime minister and his fans love to compare his wartime leadership and oratorical skills to Churchill's. But from allying with violent nationalists and suppressing 'unpatriotic' media outlets to ICC arrest warrants for war crimes, Netanyahu's trajectory resembles far more that of Slobodan Milo≈°eviƒá…

Dahlia Scheindlin (2024-12-25). Netanyahu is enjoying a shocking rise in the polls. But he's not invincible. haaretz.com Benjamin Netanyahu's ratings have recovered from the abyss of the first six months after October 7. But amid his assault on Israeli democracy, and defiance of overwhelming public support for a cease-fire and hostage deal in Gaza, the prime minister can't break through the crucial polling ceiling — for now…

Haaretz Podcast (2024-12-25). 'Even if he shoots me, I'll vote for him': The machine that keeps Netanyahu in power. haaretz.com

newarab (2024-12-25). Israeli army presence led to killing of 6 Gaza captives: probe. newarab.com The Israeli army said on Tuesday it had concluded that military operations in southern Gaza In late August, after troops found the six captives' bodies in an underground shaft in Rafah, the military said they were killed just before soldiers reached them. | Netanyahu claimed at the time that the six – Carmel Gat, Eden Yerushalmi,

UMMID (2024-12-25). Netanyahu skips holocaust event in Poland fearing arrest. ummid.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to avoid travelling to Poland fearing arrest, according to a Polish report Friday December 20, 2024.

Ali Salam (2024-12-25). Israeli Forces Kill Eight Palestinians, Injure Others, in Tulkarem. imemc.org Israeli forces killed eight Palestinians, including two women, on Tuesday, after several drone strikes targeted the Tulkarem refugee camp, and the Nur Shams refugee camp, east of Tulkarem, in the northwestern part of the occupied West Bank. At dawn Tuesday, Israeli sharpshooters shot and killed a Palestinian young man in the Tulkarem refugee camp in …

Ali Salam (2024-12-25). Occupation Forces Shoot Ten Palestinians in Nablus and Hebron. imemc.org On Tuesday, Israeli forces shot and injured ten Palestinian citizens, and abducted others, including an injured woman, in the Nablus and Hebron governorates in the northern and southern parts of the occupied West Bank. Media sources said that the army invaded, at dawn, the northern West Bank city of Nablus and the Balata refugee camp, …

IMEMC News (2024-12-25). Netzarim corridor: Israel's 'axis of death' for Palestinians. imemc.org By: Ruwaida Amer in Gaza, occupied Palestine — Middle East Eye Displaced Palestinians trying to return to northern Gaza risk arbitrary death or enforced disappearance at the Israeli-occupied military checkpoint Earlier this year, when a rumour spread that Palestinians could travel from southern Gaza to the north, Sabreen Lashin was one of the first to attempt to …

Tareq S. Hajjaj (2024-12-25). 'We will leave when the last Palestinian leaves': The defiant last stand of the doctors of Kamal Adwan Hospital. mondoweiss.net For 75 days, doctors in this north Gaza hospital have withstood the Israeli army's attempts to forcibly evacuate them and their patients. In the face of death, the doctors are still refusing to leave, even as the army steps up its attacks.

SKWAWKBOX (2024-12-25). Murdered for Christmas: just 3 of Israel's victims while the western world celebrates. skwawkbox.org Israel's crimes know no pause — nor does the collusion of the UK and US governments Israel has continued to murder Palestinians, especially children, while the western world celebrates the birth of a refugee in Palestine two thousand years ago. Here are just three of their victims. Little Buthaina Aziz, above left, was murdered on …

SKWAWKBOX (2024-12-25). Video: Israeli occupation forces round up Palestinian men on Christmas morning. skwawkbox.org No rest for the oppressed people of Gaza Israeli occupation forces have stormed the Al-Amari refugee camp in Al-Bireh, Gaza, to conduct a mass arrest campaign of Palestinian young men and youths, seizing vehicles and detaining a Palestinian TV cameraman before taking them away bound and blindfolded at gunpoint: The fate of the arbitrarily detained …

SKWAWKBOX (2024-12-25). Video: Jerusalem's Orthodox priest's xmas message: 'If I must fight to defend women and children, I'll fight'. skwawkbox.org Clergyman Father Antonios Hananya of the Orthodox Church of Jerusalem has broadcast a searing Christmas message, declaring that he will fight against Israel if needed to protect innocent civilians and his Muslim brothers, as both a priest and a freedom fighter, saying: If a priest must fight, just as a Muslim Sheikh defends children and …

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-25). 5th Missile From Yemen in a Week Intercepted by Israeli Forces. themedialine.org

Veronica Neifakh (2024-12-25). In Israel, Unaffiliated Russian Immigrants Find Community Hanukkah Celebration. themedialine.org

tn.ai (2024-12-25). Iran Holds Israel Accountable for Terrorism after Haniyeh Assassination Confession. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's ambassador to the United Nations said the Zionist regime's shameless confession to the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran underscores the international responsibility of Israel for its acts of terrorism and aggression.

tn.ai (2024-12-25). Israeli Airstrikes Kill 23 More Palestinians As Gaza Death Toll Surges to 45,361. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — At least 23 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours, the enclave's Health Ministry reported on Wednesday, bringing the total death toll since last year to 45,361, with over 107,800 others injured.

tn.ai (2024-12-25). Israel Will Cease to Exist in A Few Years: IRGC Deputy Chief. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — An entity known as the Zionist regime will definitely become extinct within the next couple of years, a deputy commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps said.

Farah Awadalla, Waging Nonviolence. (2024-12-25). Across The Middle East, The BDS Movement Is Thriving. popularresistance.org In the bustling streets of Cairo, a bold banner hangs outside the Writers' Syndicate, confronting passersby with a piercing statement: "Every pound you spend on their products returns as a bullet in your brother's back." This message critiques the economic and political ties between the listed multinational products and Israel. The visual captures the spirit of a region-wide movement, where ordinary people are transforming everyday choices into acts of defiance against forces that fuel war and perpetuate conflict.

Ramzy Baroud (2024-12-25). The West Bank's Men of the CIA — Why is the PA Killing Palestinians in Jenin? counterpunch.org Following a ten-day siege, the Palestinian Authority began, on December 14, a violent raid on the Jenin refugee camp in the northern West Bank. The PA security forces used similar tactics as used by the Israeli occupation forces in their routine attacks on the area. The camp, which is a mere half a square kilometer

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-25). Fifth Missile from Yemen in a Week Intercepted by Israeli Forces. themedialine.org

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Iran says will launch 'huge, powerful' military drills in coming days. presstv.ir Commander announces pending taking place of "powerful" complex and inclusive military drills enlisting the country's Army and the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Israel attacks eastern Lebanon for first time since ceasefire. presstv.ir Israel has carried out airstrikes against Lebanon in violation of a ceasefire reached last month between Tel Aviv and Hezbollah.

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Hamas says Israel created new obstacles to Gaza truce deal. presstv.ir Hamas says Israel has created new obstacles to a ceasefire agreement, despite progress in negotiations in Doha.

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Iran condemns Israel's brazen admission of Haniyeh murder. presstv.ir Iran has strongly condemned Israel's "brazen admission" of the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran earlier this year.

aljazeera (2024-12-25). 'Broken': Domestic violence impacts women, children in Gaza. aljazeera.com As Israel continues its relentless bombardment of Gaza, cases of domestic violence have rocketed.

aljazeera (2024-12-25). Israeli forces kill at least 8 in occupied West Bank raids, drone strikes. aljazeera.com Israeli brigade commander hurt by improvised explosive device targeting military vehicle during Tulkarem camp raid.

aljazeera (2024-12-25). Palestinian fighters blow up Israeli military vehicle in West Bank clashes. aljazeera.com Hamas' armed wing, Al Qassam Brigades released video of an Israeli military vehicle being attacked as clashes continue.

aljazeera (2024-12-25). 'I'm broken': The women enduring domestic violence amid Israeli war on Gaza. aljazeera.com As Israel continues its relentless bombardment of Gaza, cases of domestic violence have rocketed.

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-25). Israeli enemy bombards Al-Zeitoun neighborhood, southeastern Gaza Strip. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-25). Gaza Resistance Groups Score New Operations against Israeli Military. english.almanar.com.lb Palestinian resistance groups in Gaza wracked up on Wednesday new successes in their long list of operations targeting Israeli occupation forces invading the besieged strip. Al Qassam Brigades, Hamas's military wing, announced four different operations via their social media platforms. The first involved the successful targeting of a Merkava tank accompanied by the destruction of …

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-25). Video| More Israeli Violations of Lebanon Sovereignty Pose Serious Questions about Future of Ceasefire. english.almanar.com.lb Since the ceasefire in South Lebanon took into effect on November 27, 2024, the Israeli enemy has not stopped its violations of the Lebanese sovereignty, threatening the continuity of the truce brokered by the UN, US and France. Early Wednesday, the Israeli war jets raided a house in Taraya plain in Bekaa. Moreover, the Zionist …

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-25). Yemeni UAV force carried out two drone attacks against on a vital Israeli target in Jaffa (Tel Aviv) and the industrial zone in Ashkelon: statement. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-25). Israeli media outlets: Palestinian fighters targeted occupation army's vehicles with an IED explosion in northern Tulkarm. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-25). Israeli Channel 14: At least one person was injured in a run-over attack near the Gush Etzion Junction, south of occupied Bethlehem. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-25). Videos| Al-Manar Stood Strong with Resistance, Lebanese during Israeli Aggression: Director General. english.almanar.com.lb Al-Manar's Director General, Ibrahim Farhat, affirmed that "the resistance triumphed through its people, fighters, and media." In a special appearance on the "Panorama Today" program, he expressed his gratitude to all the channel's staff, especially those in the field, highlighting that this war was unique and should not be compared to the events of 2006. …

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-25). Israeli occupation forces carry out an operation of blowing up buildings in Yaroun town, South Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-25). Israeli occupation forces carry out an operation of blowing up buildings in Maroun Al-Ras border town, South Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-25). Hamas: New Israeli Terms Delayed Gaza Ceasefire Agreement. english.almanar.com.lb Islamic Resistance Movement — Hamas issued on Wednesday a statement which indicated that the negotiations for a ceasefire and captive exchange were underway in Doha with Qatari and Egyptian mediation in a serious manner. The movement has shown responsibility and flexibility, the statement added. "However, the occupation has introduced new issues and conditions related to …

Ben Samuels (2024-12-25). Blank check for military aid for Israel? Not with these Trump nominees. haaretz.com Those in Jerusalem prematurely celebrating Trump's slew of political appointees should take note: other more under-the-radar nominees could well have an adverse impact on the U.S.-Israel policy they wish to see…

Ben Samuels (2024-12-25). Family of Turkish-American activist killed by Israeli army says U.S. is 'unwilling' to provide the bare minimum information on her death. haaretz.com 'We're just asking for step one,' Aysenur Eygi's widower, Hamid Ali, says, as the family met with U.S. lawmakers in a bid to find out more about the the investigation into her killing. Answers from Secretary of State Blinken proved 'extremely disappointing,' he added…

Elon Gilad (2024-12-25). Revolt of the Maccabees: The true story behind Hanukkah. haaretz.com The ancient Israelites, led by Judas Maccabeus, did vanquish the oppressor Antiochus – but Greek rule would only be shaken off 20 years later under Judas' younger brother. A must-read before the holiday begins…

Nati Tucker (2024-12-25). Director of Israel's Finance Ministry, headed by far-right Smotrich, resigns. haaretz.com Officially, Shlomi Heisler is stepping down due to a health problem that kept him away from his job for several weeks, but beyond that he was unhappy with the conduct of Smotrich and his aides…

Noa Shpigel (2024-12-25). 'There is a normalization of madness. Our job is to be a bone in their throats'. haaretz.com 'The most important action right now is to keep the hostages in the public eye,' says Yizhar Lifshitz, whose parents were kidnapped on October 7. His mother was released, but his father remains in Gaza…

Ruth Schuster (2024-12-25). Lost village of Shikhin and its oil lamp industry discovered in Israel. haaretz.com On the green hills of Galilee in the shadow of Sepphoris, archaeologists found the village recorded by Josephus and Jewish sources, and its synagogue…

Shoshana Kordova (2024-12-25). The little-known meaning of the word Hanukkah. haaretz.com It's not just Americans who have trouble pronouncing the name of this winter holiday. Israelis get it wrong too…

Yaniv Kubovich (2024-12-25). Israeli army readying to stay in Lebanon more than the 60 days agreed in cease-fire. haaretz.com Sources in the Israeli army say the military will have to stay in Lebanon until the Lebanese army can fulfil its commitments under the terms of the cease-fire deal — which include attaining full control of southern Lebanon…

Ben Samuels (2024-12-25). Three months after Israeli army killed American-Turkish activist, her family still seeks answers. haaretz.com 'We're just asking for step one,' Aysenur Eygi's widower, Hamid Ali, says, as the family met with U.S. lawmakers in a bid to find out more about the the investigation into her killing. Answers from Secretary of State Blinken proved 'extremely disappointing,' he added…

Shoshana Kordova (2024-12-25). The little-known meaning of the word Hanukkah. haaretz.com It's not just Americans who have trouble pronouncing the name of this winter holiday. Israelis get it wrong too.

Yaniv Kubovich (2024-12-25). Houthis launch missile at Israel overnight; Shrapnel from IDF interceptor falls in country's center. haaretz.com This is the fifth such missile fired this week in the early morning hours from Yemen. The IDF announced earlier it would expand the warning zone following an investigation after a missile exploded in Jaffa on Saturday…

newarab (2024-12-25). Hamas, Israel trade blame over Gaza truce deal delay. newarab.com Hamas and Israel traded accusations on Wednesday over delays in Indirect talks between the two warring parties, On Wedn…

newarab (2024-12-25). Iran complains to UNSC after Israel admits killing Haniyeh. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-25). Israel kills 13 in Gaza, attacks Kamal Adwan hospital. newarab.com The Palestinian Wafa news agency said that 10 of those killed in the attacks were in southern Khan Younis, while the others were killed in the Nuseirat…

newarab (2024-12-25). Israel uses 'archaeology' to justify 50 Nablus home demolitions. newarab.com Around 50 families in The demolition orders were issued last week and gave homeowners 14 days to object, after which their homes could face immediate demolition. | While usually

newarab (2024-12-25). Israeli army forces patients out of north Gaza hospital, medics say. newarab.com Israeli troops forced The Indonesian Hospital is one of the Gaza Strip's few still partially functioning hospitals, on its northern edge, an area that has been under intense Israeli military siege for nearly…

newarab (2024-12-25). Palestinian officials: Israeli forces killed 8 in West Bank raid. newarab.com The Palestinian health ministry reported that an It was unclear which of the killed Palestinians the Israeli statement was referring to. | The Ramallah-based ministry said seven were killed in the

newarab (2024-12-25). Sombre Christmas for Gaza as Israeli strikes kill 27. newarab.com Israel continued its deadly strikes on Gaza on Christmas Day, with 27 people killed during predawn attacks, according to media reports. | In southern Khan Younis, at least 10 people lost their lives, and several others were injured when a house was bombed in the Maen area. | Israeli forces also attacked northern Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, with bullets penetrating the ICU and maternity department. | The facility is now nonoperational due to relentless strikes and explosions, turning the area into a war zone and blocking all movements in and out of the hospital. | The north now lacks proper access to healthcar…

newarab (2024-12-25). US retaliates against allies for opposing Israel's war on Gaza. newarab.com With its continued staunch support for Israel's far-right government in its This month, Israel announced the

newarab (2024-12-25). Yemen rebels claim ballistic missile attack on Israel. newarab.com Yemen's The missile was aimed at the "The Yemeni Armed Forces targeted a military target of the Israeli enemy in the occupied area of Yaffa (Tel Aviv) using a h…

newarab (2024-12-25). Israel's Gantz calls for Iran attacks, confirms Haniyeh killing. newarab.com According to Israeli media, Gantz called for Israel to "target Iran directly" to stop attacks f…

newarab (2024-12-25). Katz claims responsibility for first time for Haniyeh killing. newarab.com Israeli Defense Minister "These days, when the Houthi terro…

UMMID (2024-12-25). Deadlock on Palestinian State Key Obstacle in Saudi-U.S. Defence Deal. ummid.com The future of a formal US-Saudi security agreement remains uncertain, though the Biden administration appears to be now pursuing a pact that would not involve a broader deal with Israel making concessions towards a Palestinian state.

UMMID (2024-12-25). 'Imagined Reality': Bethlehem Pastor tears into Zionist idea of 'Greater Israel'. ummid.com The idea of "Greater Israel" that Israel and its supporters want the world to believe in order to create a Zionist state in Palestine is a case of 'imagined reality' based on incorrect interpretation of Bible, Rev. Munther Isaac said.

Staff (2024-12-25). øCómo se vivió esta navidad en Palestina? (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Los cristianos que residen en los territorios palestinos ocupados vivieron la efeméride de la Navidad sin festejos debido al genocidio israelí cometido contra la Franja de Gaza. Medios de comunicación de la región indicaron que decenas de palestinos asistieron a la misa de Nochebuena en la Iglesia Latina de la Sagrada Familia, una de las pocas edificaciones que siguen en pie.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-12-25). Casi 13 mil estudiantes palestinos asesinados por Israel. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 dic (RHC) El ejército israelí mató a 12 mil 820 estudiantes e hirió a 21 mil 351 en los territorios ocupados desde el estallido del actual ciclo de violencia, en octubre del pasado año, denunció hoy una fuente oficial palestina.

Chandran Nair (2024-12-25). The West, Gaza, and the Global Majority: A Relationship Reshaped by Genocide and the End of His-Story. counterpunch.org Since the beginning of this century, triggered by the US's illegal invasion of Iraq, its occupation of Afghanistan, and aided by the arrival of the turbo-charged digital age, there has been a significant growth in interest within those in the non-Western world around issues related to their colonial past. This quest has been shaped by seeking answers to fundamental questions linked to events in

If Americans Knew (2024-12-25). On Christmas Day, Meet Some Of Gaza's Christians. imemc.org by Kathryn Shihadah — If Amarians Knew: Today, instead of reporting on the genocide, here are some photos and videos of Christmas and the Christian community in Gaza. Tomorrow we will return to our news round-up.

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). In Christmas message, Pope laments 'extremely grave' situation in Gaza. presstv.ir Pope Francis has described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as "extremely grave."

Peace, Justice Project (2024-12-25). Inspired by BDS Movement, Bay Area Activists Display Jesus in Rubble in Nativity Scenes. indybay.org Responding to a call to action from the BDS Movement, community members from Vigil 4 Gaza stood up for Palestine by placing a baby Jesus doll in keffiyeh in nativity scenes on Christmas Eve…

Bar Crawl Radio (2024-12-25). Bar Crawl Radio | Talking about THE AMERICAN: Burying Gaza Babies. pressenza.com TALKING ABOUT "THE AMERICANS": BURYING GAZA BABIES | On December 9, 2024 — I talked with several of the nearly 50 protestors holding a mock funeral on a plot of grass at the front of the

newarab (2024-12-25). Gaza Christians pray for end of 'death, destruction' amid war. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-25). Two-week-old Palestinian baby dies from cold in Gaza. newarab.com A second The infant, only two weeks old, was identified as Sila Mahmoud al-Fasih, and died in the al-Mawasi area located west of Khan Younis in the south of the enclave. | Days earlier, on Friday last week, another infant named Aisha Adnan Sufyan al-Qassas also…

Steven Ganot (2024-12-25). Unveiling Syria's Lost Jewish Heritage. themedialine.org

Shira Dicker (2024-12-25). As Syria Faces an Uncertain Future, Its Jewish History Resurfaces. themedialine.org

Elon Gilad (2024-12-25). When did Jews start lighting candles on Hanukkah? haaretz.com Modern tradition assumes Hanukkah candles were born with the holiday but Josephus hadn't heard of them: It seems we borrowed them from the pagan Saturnalia…

JTA (2024-12-25). Hanukkah's Feminist Story, Told in One Recipe. haaretz.com It's delicious, but best of all, it's a reminder of the little known story of the bravery of one woman who, with a single act, changed the course of history…

tn.ai (2024-12-25). Iranian President Urges Support for Palestine in Message to Pope. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — In a message to the Pope on Christmas Day, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for effective measures to help the innocent people of Palestine.

newarab (2024-12-25). Palestine, gold, and weed: What happened in the Maghreb in 2024. newarab.com As we look back, 2024 was a decisive year for the From the Atlas mountains to the Mediterranean's waters, here's a look back at the stories that shaped 2024 in the Re…

UMMID (2024-12-25). For 2nd year in row, Bethlehem cancels Christmas celebrations. ummid.com Occupied Jerusalem: The Bethlehem Municipal Council has announced to cancel the 2024 Christmas celebrations in solidarity with Palestinians for second year in row.

newarab (2024-12-25). Fatah bans Al Jazeera from northern West Bank for 'incitement'. newarab.com The decision was issued on Monday and extends to the governorates of Jenin, Tubas, Nablus, Tulkarem, Qalqiliya and Salfit [mda…

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Thomas Hummel (2024-12-25). We Must Build International Solidarity Against US-China Imperial Rivalry. truthout.org Increasingly, understanding the inter-imperialist competition between the United States and China is becoming essential to understanding the dynamics of the modern capitalist system. With the goal of broadening our understanding of the dynamics at play, Ashley Smith, along with co-authors Eli Friedman, Kevin Lin, and Rosa Liu, have published China in Global Capitalism: Building International… |

APR editor (2024-12-25). Gaza Christians pray for end of Israeli war's 'death and destruction'. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report Silent Night is a well-known Christmas carol that tells of a peaceful and silent night in Bethlehem, referring to the first Christmas more than 2000 years ago. It is now 2024, and it was again a silent night in Bethlehem last night, reports Al Jazeera's Nisa Ibrahim. Not because of peace. But…

tn.ai (2024-12-25). Yemeni Forces Attack Israeli Military Sites in Support of Palestinians in Gaza. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Yemen's armed forces announced a successful operation targeting an Israeli military site in the occupied territories, as the Israeli war in Gaza intensifies.

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Israeli occupation forces expand aggression in SW Syria, seize local weapons. presstv.ir The Israeli military expands its invasion of Quneitra Province in southwestern Syria, forcing the locals there to hand over their weapons to the regime's forces.

Marcy Winograd, Counter Punch. (2024-12-25). Schools Are No Place For The ADL. popularresistance.org Launched in 1913 to counter antisemitism and discrimination, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) now resembles a mythological shapeshifter that presents alternately as a civil rights organization and a pro-Israel propagandist. | In its "No Place for Hate" program that caters to both elementary and secondary schools, the ADL's stated mission is to empower students, teachers and parents to "stand against bias and bullying …" with school-wide pledges, projects and games aimed at celebrating diversity and stamping out hate in the halls, in the cafeteria, in the reading circle, anywhere that hate may manifest.

Michel Moushabeck (2024-12-25). Palestinians Endure Another Christmas of Genocide and Displacement. truthout.org Over the past 14 months, I have watched in horror as fellow Palestinians in Gaza have been subjected to Israel's relentless bombardment — targeting refugee camps, residential neighborhoods, schools, hospitals, universities and bakeries — and forced to live the nightmare of homelessness in leaky tents without food, water or medical care. I have listened to friends and family in the West Bank and… |

Ravit Hecht (2024-12-25). As time runs out for the hostages, Netanyahu's court testimony sounds delusional. This is his strength. haaretz.com The Israeli prime minister passed the buck once more — this time to his wife, who he says was responsible for most of the attempts to interfere in media coverage…

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Yemen fires second hypersonic missile at Israeli targets in as many days. presstv.ir The Yemeni Armed Forces claimed responsibility for a missile strike on a military target within the Israeli-occupied territories in support of Gaza, marking the second attack in two days.

newarab (2024-12-25). One child is killed every hour in Gaza, UNRWA chief says. newarab.com One child is killed every hour in In a post on social media platform X, Philippe Lazzarini, the commissioner-general of the organisation, said there is "no place left for children" in Gaza, adding that since the launch of Israel's war on the enclave, 14,500 children have been killed. | "One child gets killed every hour. These are not numbers. Th…

newarab (2024-12-25). Stray animals seen eating Palestinian corpses in northern Gaza. newarab.com Even in his nightmares, Emad Abu Ras, a "I was frozen in my place and did not realise what should I do […] If I tried to pull the bodies away from the stray animals, the Israeli drones [quadcopter] would attack me and kill me," the 42-year-old father of four remarked to The New…

Jonathan Ofir (2024-12-25). Popcorn, cotton-candy and massages. Inside Israel's new army 'resort' in northern Gaza. mondoweiss.net A new report by Israeli news outlet Ynet reveals a disturbing picture: as Palestinians in north Gaza face starvation and extermination, a nearby 'resort' has been established for Israeli soldiers to relax and unwind in between their deployment.

Brett Wilkins (2024-12-25). As Palestinians Starve and Freeze, Israeli Troops Unwind at Gaza 'Beachfront Resort'. indybay.org "ùêÄùêßùêù ùêî.ùêí. ùê≠ùêöùê±ùê©ùêöùê≤ùêûùê´ùê¨ ùêöùê´ùêû ùêüùêÆùêßùê&…

Etan Nechin (2024-12-25). Netanyahu calls himself Churchill. History may recall him as Milosevic. haaretz.com Israel's prime minister and his fans love to compare his wartime leadership and oratorical skills to Churchill's. But from allying with violent nationalists and suppressing 'unpatriotic' media outlets to ICC arrest warrants for war crimes, Netanyahu's trajectory resembles far more that of Slobodan Milo≈°eviƒá…

Haaretz Podcast (2024-12-25). 'Even if he shoots me, I'll vote for him': The machine that keeps Netanyahu in power. haaretz.com

newarab (2024-12-25). Israeli army presence led to killing of 6 Gaza captives: probe. newarab.com The Israeli army said on Tuesday it had concluded that military operations in southern Gaza In late August, after troops found the six captives' bodies in an underground shaft in Rafah, the military said they were killed just before soldiers reached them. | Netanyahu claimed at the time that the six – Carmel Gat, Eden Yerushalmi,

UMMID (2024-12-25). Netanyahu skips holocaust event in Poland fearing arrest. ummid.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to avoid travelling to Poland fearing arrest, according to a Polish report Friday December 20, 2024.

IMEMC News (2024-12-25). Netzarim corridor: Israel's 'axis of death' for Palestinians. imemc.org By: Ruwaida Amer in Gaza, occupied Palestine — Middle East Eye Displaced Palestinians trying to return to northern Gaza risk arbitrary death or enforced disappearance at the Israeli-occupied military checkpoint Earlier this year, when a rumour spread that Palestinians could travel from southern Gaza to the north, Sabreen Lashin was one of the first to attempt to …

Ali Salam (2024-12-25). Israeli Forces Kill Eight Palestinians, Injure Others, in Tulkarem. imemc.org Israeli forces killed eight Palestinians, including two women, on Tuesday, after several drone strikes targeted the Tulkarem refugee camp, and the Nur Shams refugee camp, east of Tulkarem, in the northwestern part of the occupied West Bank. At dawn Tuesday, Israeli sharpshooters shot and killed a Palestinian young man in the Tulkarem refugee camp in …

Tareq S. Hajjaj (2024-12-25). 'We will leave when the last Palestinian leaves': The defiant last stand of the doctors of Kamal Adwan Hospital. mondoweiss.net For 75 days, doctors in this north Gaza hospital have withstood the Israeli army's attempts to forcibly evacuate them and their patients. In the face of death, the doctors are still refusing to leave, even as the army steps up its attacks.

tn.ai (2024-12-25). Iran Holds Israel Accountable for Terrorism after Haniyeh Assassination Confession. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's ambassador to the United Nations said the Zionist regime's shameless confession to the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran underscores the international responsibility of Israel for its acts of terrorism and aggression.

tn.ai (2024-12-25). Israeli Airstrikes Kill 23 More Palestinians As Gaza Death Toll Surges to 45,361. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — At least 23 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours, the enclave's Health Ministry reported on Wednesday, bringing the total death toll since last year to 45,361, with over 107,800 others injured.

tn.ai (2024-12-25). Israel Will Cease to Exist in A Few Years: IRGC Deputy Chief. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — An entity known as the Zionist regime will definitely become extinct within the next couple of years, a deputy commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps said.

Farah Awadalla, Waging Nonviolence. (2024-12-25). Across The Middle East, The BDS Movement Is Thriving. popularresistance.org In the bustling streets of Cairo, a bold banner hangs outside the Writers' Syndicate, confronting passersby with a piercing statement: "Every pound you spend on their products returns as a bullet in your brother's back." This message critiques the economic and political ties between the listed multinational products and Israel. The visual captures the spirit of a region-wide movement, where ordinary people are transforming everyday choices into acts of defiance against forces that fuel war and perpetuate conflict.

Ramzy Baroud (2024-12-25). The West Bank's Men of the CIA — Why is the PA Killing Palestinians in Jenin? counterpunch.org Following a ten-day siege, the Palestinian Authority began, on December 14, a violent raid on the Jenin refugee camp in the northern West Bank. The PA security forces used similar tactics as used by the Israeli occupation forces in their routine attacks on the area. The camp, which is a mere half a square kilometer

SKWAWKBOX (2024-12-25). Video: Israeli occupation forces round up Palestinian men on Christmas morning. skwawkbox.org No rest for the oppressed people of Gaza Israeli occupation forces have stormed the Al-Amari refugee camp in Al-Bireh, Gaza, to conduct a mass arrest campaign of Palestinian young men and youths, seizing vehicles and detaining a Palestinian TV cameraman before taking them away bound and blindfolded at gunpoint: The fate of the arbitrarily detained …

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-25). Fifth Missile from Yemen in a Week Intercepted by Israeli Forces. themedialine.org

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Iran says will launch 'huge, powerful' military drills in coming days. presstv.ir Commander announces pending taking place of "powerful" complex and inclusive military drills enlisting the country's Army and the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Israel attacks eastern Lebanon for first time since ceasefire. presstv.ir Israel has carried out airstrikes against Lebanon in violation of a ceasefire reached last month between Tel Aviv and Hezbollah.

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Hamas says Israel created new obstacles to Gaza truce deal. presstv.ir Hamas says Israel has created new obstacles to a ceasefire agreement, despite progress in negotiations in Doha.

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). Iran condemns Israel's brazen admission of Haniyeh murder. presstv.ir Iran has strongly condemned Israel's "brazen admission" of the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran earlier this year.

aljazeera (2024-12-25). 'Broken': Domestic violence impacts women, children in Gaza. aljazeera.com As Israel continues its relentless bombardment of Gaza, cases of domestic violence have rocketed.

aljazeera (2024-12-25). Israeli forces kill at least 8 in occupied West Bank raids, drone strikes. aljazeera.com Israeli brigade commander hurt by improvised explosive device targeting military vehicle during Tulkarem camp raid.

aljazeera (2024-12-25). Palestinian fighters blow up Israeli military vehicle in West Bank clashes. aljazeera.com Hamas' armed wing, Al Qassam Brigades released video of an Israeli military vehicle being attacked as clashes continue.

aljazeera (2024-12-25). 'I'm broken': The women enduring domestic violence amid Israeli war on Gaza. aljazeera.com As Israel continues its relentless bombardment of Gaza, cases of domestic violence have rocketed.

Ben Samuels (2024-12-25). Three months after Israeli army killed American-Turkish activist, her family still seeks answers. haaretz.com 'We're just asking for step one,' Aysenur Eygi's widower, Hamid Ali, says, as the family met with U.S. lawmakers in a bid to find out more about the the investigation into her killing. Answers from Secretary of State Blinken proved 'extremely disappointing,' he added…

Elon Gilad (2024-12-25). Revolt of the Maccabees: The true story behind Hanukkah. haaretz.com The ancient Israelites, led by Judas Maccabeus, did vanquish the oppressor Antiochus – but Greek rule would only be shaken off 20 years later under Judas' younger brother. A must-read before the holiday begins…

Noa Shpigel (2024-12-25). 'There is a normalization of madness. Our job is to be a bone in their throats'. haaretz.com 'The most important action right now is to keep the hostages in the public eye,' says Yizhar Lifshitz, whose parents were kidnapped on October 7. His mother was released, but his father remains in Gaza…

Ruth Schuster (2024-12-25). Lost village of Shikhin and its oil lamp industry discovered in Israel. haaretz.com On the green hills of Galilee in the shadow of Sepphoris, archaeologists found the village recorded by Josephus and Jewish sources, and its synagogue…

Shoshana Kordova (2024-12-25). The little-known meaning of the word Hanukkah. haaretz.com It's not just Americans who have trouble pronouncing the name of this winter holiday. Israelis get it wrong too.

Yaniv Kubovich (2024-12-25). Houthis launch missile at Israel overnight; Shrapnel from IDF interceptor falls in country's center. haaretz.com This is the fifth such missile fired this week in the early morning hours from Yemen. The IDF announced earlier it would expand the warning zone following an investigation after a missile exploded in Jaffa on Saturday…

newarab (2024-12-25). Hamas, Israel trade blame over Gaza truce deal delay. newarab.com Hamas and Israel traded accusations on Wednesday over delays in Indirect talks between the two warring parties, On Wedn…

newarab (2024-12-25). Iran complains to UNSC after Israel admits killing Haniyeh. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-25). Israel kills 13 in Gaza, attacks Kamal Adwan hospital. newarab.com The Palestinian Wafa news agency said that 10 of those killed in the attacks were in southern Khan Younis, while the others were killed in the Nuseirat…

newarab (2024-12-25). Israel uses 'archaeology' to justify 50 Nablus home demolitions. newarab.com Around 50 families in The demolition orders were issued last week and gave homeowners 14 days to object, after which their homes could face immediate demolition. | While usually

newarab (2024-12-25). Israeli army forces patients out of north Gaza hospital, medics say. newarab.com Israeli troops forced The Indonesian Hospital is one of the Gaza Strip's few still partially functioning hospitals, on its northern edge, an area that has been under intense Israeli military siege for nearly…

newarab (2024-12-25). Palestinian officials: Israeli forces killed 8 in West Bank raid. newarab.com The Palestinian health ministry reported that an It was unclear which of the killed Palestinians the Israeli statement was referring to. | The Ramallah-based ministry said seven were killed in the

newarab (2024-12-25). Sombre Christmas for Gaza as Israeli strikes kill 27. newarab.com Israel continued its deadly strikes on Gaza on Christmas Day, with 27 people killed during predawn attacks, according to media reports. | In southern Khan Younis, at least 10 people lost their lives, and several others were injured when a house was bombed in the Maen area. | Israeli forces also attacked northern Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, with bullets penetrating the ICU and maternity department. | The facility is now nonoperational due to relentless strikes and explosions, turning the area into a war zone and blocking all movements in and out of the hospital. | The north now lacks proper access to healthcar…

newarab (2024-12-25). US retaliates against allies for opposing Israel's war on Gaza. newarab.com With its continued staunch support for Israel's far-right government in its This month, Israel announced the

newarab (2024-12-25). Yemen rebels claim ballistic missile attack on Israel. newarab.com Yemen's The missile was aimed at the "The Yemeni Armed Forces targeted a military target of the Israeli enemy in the occupied area of Yaffa (Tel Aviv) using a h…

newarab (2024-12-25). Israel's Gantz calls for Iran attacks, confirms Haniyeh killing. newarab.com According to Israeli media, Gantz called for Israel to "target Iran directly" to stop attacks f…

newarab (2024-12-25). Katz claims responsibility for first time for Haniyeh killing. newarab.com Israeli Defense Minister "These days, when the Houthi terro…

Staff (2024-12-25). øCómo se vivió esta navidad en Palestina? (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Los cristianos que residen en los territorios palestinos ocupados vivieron la efeméride de la Navidad sin festejos debido al genocidio israelí cometido contra la Franja de Gaza. Medios de comunicación de la región indicaron que decenas de palestinos asistieron a la misa de Nochebuena en la Iglesia Latina de la Sagrada Familia, una de las pocas edificaciones que siguen en pie.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-12-25). Casi 13 mil estudiantes palestinos asesinados por Israel. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 dic (RHC) El ejército israelí mató a 12 mil 820 estudiantes e hirió a 21 mil 351 en los territorios ocupados desde el estallido del actual ciclo de violencia, en octubre del pasado año, denunció hoy una fuente oficial palestina.

Chandran Nair (2024-12-25). The West, Gaza, and the Global Majority: A Relationship Reshaped by Genocide and the End of His-Story. counterpunch.org Since the beginning of this century, triggered by the US's illegal invasion of Iraq, its occupation of Afghanistan, and aided by the arrival of the turbo-charged digital age, there has been a significant growth in interest within those in the non-Western world around issues related to their colonial past. This quest has been shaped by seeking answers to fundamental questions linked to events in

presstv.ir (2024-12-25). In Christmas message, Pope laments 'extremely grave' situation in Gaza. presstv.ir Pope Francis has described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as "extremely grave."

Peace, Justice Project (2024-12-25). Inspired by BDS Movement, Bay Area Activists Display Jesus in Rubble in Nativity Scenes. indybay.org Responding to a call to action from the BDS Movement, community members from Vigil 4 Gaza stood up for Palestine by placing a baby Jesus doll in keffiyeh in nativity scenes on Christmas Eve…

newarab (2024-12-25). Gaza Christians pray for end of 'death, destruction' amid war. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-25). Two-week-old Palestinian baby dies from cold in Gaza. newarab.com A second The infant, only two weeks old, was identified as Sila Mahmoud al-Fasih, and died in the al-Mawasi area located west of Khan Younis in the south of the enclave. | Days earlier, on Friday last week, another infant named Aisha Adnan Sufyan al-Qassas also…

Shira Dicker (2024-12-25). As Syria Faces an Uncertain Future, Its Jewish History Resurfaces. themedialine.org

Elon Gilad (2024-12-25). When did Jews start lighting candles on Hanukkah? haaretz.com Modern tradition assumes Hanukkah candles were born with the holiday but Josephus hadn't heard of them: It seems we borrowed them from the pagan Saturnalia…

JTA (2024-12-25). Hanukkah's Feminist Story, Told in One Recipe. haaretz.com It's delicious, but best of all, it's a reminder of the little known story of the bravery of one woman who, with a single act, changed the course of history…

tn.ai (2024-12-25). Iranian President Urges Support for Palestine in Message to Pope. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — In a message to the Pope on Christmas Day, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for effective measures to help the innocent people of Palestine.

newarab (2024-12-25). Palestine, gold, and weed: What happened in the Maghreb in 2024. newarab.com As we look back, 2024 was a decisive year for the From the Atlas mountains to the Mediterranean's waters, here's a look back at the stories that shaped 2024 in the Re…

newarab (2024-12-25). Fatah bans Al Jazeera from northern West Bank for 'incitement'. newarab.com The decision was issued on Monday and extends to the governorates of Jenin, Tubas, Nablus, Tulkarem, Qalqiliya and Salfit [mda…

news.un.org (2024-12-24). Only 3 per cent of UN emergency food aid getting to desperate GazansSince October, when Israeli forces launched a ground offensive in northern Gaza, only three per cent of food and water deliveries organized by the UN World Food Programme (WFP) have been permitted to enter areas in northern Gaza.

Nicolas J S Davies (2024-12-24). Israelis Invade Syria: Who Will Stop Israel? counterpunch.org The United States, Turkey and Israel all responded to the fall of the Assad government in Damascus by launching bombing campaigns on Syria. Israel also attacked and destroyed most of the Syrian Navy in port at Latakia, and invaded Syria from the long-occupied Golan Heights, advancing to within 16 miles of the capital, Damascus. The

Palestine Deep Dive (2024-12-24). Genocide in Gaza: Western Moral Collapse in the Age of Hyper-Imperialism | Vijay Prashad. indybay.org "This is not just an Israeli genocide – this is an Israeli, European and US genocide!" | Vijay Prashad exposes the moral decline of the global north in the age of hyper-Imperialism and its continued war against "defiance" found in the global south.

Mnar Muhawesh (2024-12-24). The Future of Syria w/ Ghadi Francis. thealtworld.com Join Mnar Adley and Ghadi Francis as they delve into the rapidly changing dynamics of the resistance movement in support of Palestine. | With the fall of Syria's President Assad and relentless Israeli bombings targeting Syrian military infrastructure, the region's resistance groups face unprecedented challenges. Syria, once a critical hub for these groups, now forces a major reshaping of strategies and operations. | What does this mean for the fight for a free Palestine? Tune in for an in-depth analysis of this pivotal moment in the Middle East.

Ali Salam (2024-12-24). Israeli Forces Shoot Four Palestinians Near Jerusalem. imemc.org Israeli forces shot four Palestinians, on Monday, including three in the Qalandia refugee camp and one near the town of Hizma, north and northeast of occupied Jerusalem in the West Bank. Media sources said that the army stormed, at dawn Monday, the Qalandia refugee camp, north of occupied Jerusalem, invading and searching several citizens' homes, …

Maureen Clare Murphy (2024-12-24). Is UN torture expert overlooking Israeli abuses? electronicintifada.net Palestinian human rights groups say they've been ignored by Alice Jill Edwards.

L. Michael Hager (2024-12-24). Three Declarations of Genocide and the U.S. Responses. counterpunch.org Amnesty International (AI) issued its 296-page report ('You Feel Like You Are Subhuman: Israel's Genocide Against Palestinians in Gaza") on December 4th. Israel immediately called it "a fabricated report that is entirely false and based on lies." The US. State Department echoed the Israeli government in disagreeing with the report. Spokesperson Vedant Patel declared: "We have said previously and continue to find that the allegations of genocide are unfounded." He gave no reasons for that opinion.

UMMID (2024-12-24). Netanyahu skips holocaust event in Poland fearing arrest. ummid.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to avoid travelling to Poland fearing arrest, according to a Polish report Friday December 20, 2024.

Ali Salam (2024-12-24). Israeli Soldiers Shoot 3 Palestinians, Including a Woman and a Child, in the West Bank. imemc.org On Monday, Israeli forces shot three Palestinians, including a child and a woman, in several regions of the occupied West Bank. Media sources said that occupation forces shot a child, on Monday afternoon, in the town of Beita, south of Nablus in the northern West Bank, sparking protests. Mahmoud Barham, the Mayor of Beita, said …

Amy Abdelnoor (2024-12-24). Plenty of room at the inn during genocide. electronicintifada.net The irony of celebrating the birth of Jesus in the middle of Israel's war of extermination in the land of his birth is not registering among Christmas shoppers.

Ramona Wadi (2024-12-24). The perks for genocide in Gaza. thealtworld.com In "enemy territory" — Israel's euphemism for Gaza — it is beyond satire to see the Israeli military destroying Gaza's infrastructure in order to kill Palestinians, while building infrastructure for its soldiers. Ynet news has The report

UMMID (2024-12-24). Israel accuses Pope Francis of trivializing 'Genocide' in Gaza context. ummid.com In a move that could spark outrage, Israel has accused Pope Francis of trivializing the term 'Genocide' in Gaza context.

presstv.ir (2024-12-24). Gaza Health Ministry calls for urgent intl. help to protect hospitals amid Israeli genocide. presstv.ir The Gaza Ministry of Health calls on the international community to protect its hospitals amid Israeli force's upsurge in attacks on medical facilities.

newarab (2024-12-24). Journalists in Gaza have shown the truth & paid with their lives. newarab.com In the past fourteen months, Israel has killed a reported 196 journalists as part of its genocide in Gaza. On 16 December, the CPJ reported that at least four journalists have been killed by Israel in the past week alone: Ahmed Al-Louh, Mohammed Balousha, Mohammed Al-Qrinawi and Iman Al-Shanti. They all appe…

presstv.ir (2024-12-24). Israel provides full support for theft of aid to starve Gazans: Report. presstv.ir Israel has provided full support for the theft of humanitarian aid and kills security personnel to starve the besieged people of the Gaza Strip, says a new report.

aljazeera (2024-12-24). Israel's Netanyahu tells Knesset 'some progress' made on Gaza deal. aljazeera.com Netanyahu, who has been repeatedly accused of sabotaging ceasefire talks, did not provide a timeline for a deal.

Noa Shpigel (2024-12-24). Netanyahu's far-right coalition to summon attorney general for 'hearing' as part of dismissal push. haaretz.com First reported by Haaretz, the move aims to pressure Baharav-Miara into cooperating with the government, but the unrecognized procedure is likely to delay rather than expedite her dismissal…

Yael Freidson (2024-12-24). Key witness in Netanyahu corruption cases files complaint against PM's wife. haaretz.com Hadas Klein reached out to the attorney general and filed a complaint against Sara Netanyahu, alleging the PM's wife obstructed justice and harrassed her…

newarab (2024-12-24). Israel hits Gaza hospitals, Netanyahu captive deal 'progress'. newarab.com Israeli forces targeted the third floor of al-Awda Hospital in the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, Al Jazeera Arabic reported on Monday. | In nearby Beit Lahia, the Israeli army reportedly detonated remote-controlled explosives at the Kamal Adwan Hospital, leaving at least 20 patients and medical staff wounded. | In a statement, Gaza's Health Ministry said that Israeli soldiers are forcing patients, including the wounded and ill, to evacuate the Indonesian Hospital in Beit Lahia. | This comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told lawmakers on Monday that "some progress" had been made in nego…

Staff (2024-12-24). Headlines for December 24, 2024. democracynow.org Israel Attacks Two Hospitals in Northern Gaza, Israel Detains 100 in West Bank; Palestinian Authority Clashes with Palestinian Fighters in Jenin, Israel Confirms It Assassinated Haniyeh as It Threatens to Kill Houthi Leaders Next, Greenland Is Not for Sale: PM Responds to Donald Trump's Remark, El Salvador: Lawmakers Vote to Overturn Ban on Mineral Mining, Mass Protest in Cuba Denounces U.S. Sanctions, House Ethics Report Finds Matt Gaetz Spent Tens of Thousands of Dollars on Sex and Drugs, Family of Rep. Kay Granger Reveals She Has Dementia; Texas Republican Has Missed Every Vote Since July, Amazon Accused…

Editor (2024-12-24). Israel 'wiping Gazans out of existence'. mronline.org Aid group accuses Tel Aviv of deliberate ethnic cleansing in latest damning report.

Aseel Saleh (2024-12-24). Pope Francis calls Israel's bombing of Gaza children a "great cruelty" peoplesdispatch.org

Binoy Kampmark (2024-12-24). Catching Pegasus: Mercenary Spyware and the Liability of the NSO Group. counterpunch.org The NSO Group, Israel's darling of malware infection and surveillance for the global security market, was the brainchild of three engineers drawn from that busiest of cyber outfits in the Israeli Defense Forces known as Unit 8200. Niv Carmi, Shalev Hulio and Omri Lavie, have certainly made an impression since they founded their technology company in 2010. The

Jamal Kanj (2024-12-24). Palestinian Authority: Protecting the "Homeland," or a New Zionist Bantustan. counterpunch.org Since the 1993 Oslo Accord, Israel has invaded Jenin Camp numerous times. The City of Jenin and the nearby camp are in what is considered as Area A of the Accord. Area A, which comprises approximately 18% of the West Bank, or 18% of the 22% of historical Palestine, is supposed to be under the

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-24). Iran-Backed Houthis Launch Third Missile at Israel in a Week, IDF Intercepts. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-24). Israel Publicly Acknowledges Assassination of Hamas Leader in Tehran. themedialine.org

Editor (2024-12-24). Israel to Annex the West Bank—Why Now? And What Are the Likely Scenarios? scheerpost.com

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-24). Houthi Attacks Spur Israeli Diplomatic Effort for Terror Designation. themedialine.org

presstv.ir (2024-12-24). Palestinian teen killed as Israeli forces raid Tulkarm camp in West Bank. presstv.ir Israeli military forces have shot dead a Palestinian teenager during a raid on the Tulkarm refugee camp in the West Bank.

presstv.ir (2024-12-24). 'Israel booby-trapped walkie-talkies, pagers years before Lebanon blasts'. presstv.ir Two recently-retired, senior agents of Mossad says the work on the September explosions of pagers and walkie-talkies belonging to Hezbollah had started years ago.

presstv.ir (2024-12-24). Yemeni missiles alter US, Israel's calculations: Iranian FM. presstv.ir The precision of Yemeni missiles has significantly disrupted the strategic calculations of the Israeli-US alliance, according to Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

presstv.ir (2024-12-24). Yemeni forces strike Israeli military site with hypersonic missile. presstv.ir Yemen's armed forces say they have successfully carried out an operation against an Israeli military target in the occupied area of Yaffa, using a Palestine-2 hypersonic ballistic missile.

aljazeera (2024-12-24). Gaza appeals for help as Israeli army attacks key hospitals. aljazeera.com The Israeli military is targeting Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, Indonesian Hospital and al-Awda Hospital.

aljazeera (2024-12-24). Israel acknowledges it assassinated Hamas chief Haniyeh for first time. aljazeera.com Defence Minister Israel Katz warns Houthi rebels that Israel will 'behead' its leaders as it did to Hamas.

aljazeera (2024-12-24). Israeli forces raid occupied West Bank as clashes continue in Jenin. aljazeera.com One killed, 18 others detained amid ongoing violent Israeli incursions into the occupied Palestinian territories.

Adi Hashmonai (2024-12-24). 'I blame the Israeli government for not providing Elad help in time'. haaretz.com Since Oct. 7 of last year, Elad Katzir's sister Carmit has experienced a wave of emotions. Her father was killed in the massacre, her mother was abducted and later released. Her brother was missing only to reveal he was abducted alive, in April his body was returned to Israel…

Bar Peleg (2024-12-24). Families of IDF spotters receive partial October 7 recordings of their loved ones. haaretz.com The Israeli army provided recordings to the families of female spotters killed and kidnapped ‚ñ A lawyer representing them said the army is acting in a 'dismissive' manner…

Jack Khoury (2024-12-24). Second police officer killed in Jenin refugee camp as Palestinian Authority cracks down on militants. haaretz.com Clashes in the camp continue and members of the Jenin Battalion posted a video in which they threatened to carry out suicide bombings. Nonetheless, senior sources in the Palestinian security forces insisted that the operation would continue until the militants were removed from the camp…

Josh Breiner (2024-12-24). Warned of 'construction disaster' in Bnei Brak, Ben-Gvir chose to go after Israeli Arabs. haaretz.com The unit responsible for enforcing Israeli building codes issued demolition orders for illegally built synagogues in Bnei Brak that, constitute a 'present danger.' However, Ben-Gvir demanded that orders not be enforced and that the unit focus on enforcement in Arab society…

Nir Hasson (2024-12-24). Hanna Katzir, kidnapped by Hamas on Oct. 7 and released in November deal, passes away. haaretz.com 'Her heart could not withstand the terrible suffering since October 7,' Katzir's daughter said of her. Katzir's partner Rami was murdered on Oct. 7 and her son Elad was also taken hostage. Elad's body was returned to Israel in April…

Ofir Hovav (2024-12-24). The Israeli woman who made Cavalli a fashion star. haaretz.com Tamara Yovel Jones, who died last week at the age of 79, changed the face of Israeli fashion; her collaborations with Roberto Cavalli over many years impacted generations of fashion designers…

Or Kashti (2024-12-24). Citing judicial overhaul, Tel Aviv University senior faculty declare labor dispute. haaretz.com The union argued that the proposed bills will weaken the powers of those 'responsible for protecting the rule of law.' The 1,300-member union also warned against bills enabling sanctioning and dismissal of faculty, claiming they infringe on academic freedom…

Staff (2024-12-24). IDF arrests 18 wanted Palestinians, confiscates weapons in West Bank operation. haaretz.com ISRAEL: IDF officer and two soldiers killed in combat in northern Gaza, IDF announces ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli strikes reportedly kill at least 20 people overnight into Monday ‚ñ WEST BANK: Reports of teenager killed in clashes between Palestinian Authority security forces and militants…

Yaniv Kubovich (2024-12-24). Israeli officer and two soldiers killed in northern Gaza Strip. haaretz.com 36 soldiers have been killed since the beginning of the latest Israeli ground operation in the northern Gaza Strip on October 5…

newarab (2024-12-24). Israel's Gantz calls for Iran attacks, confirms Haniyeh killing. newarab.com According to Israeli media, Gantz called for Israel to "target Iran directly" to stop attacks f…

newarab (2024-12-24). Katz claims responsibility for first time for Haniyeh killing. newarab.com Israeli Defense Minister "These days, when the Houthi terro…

newarab (2024-12-24). Lebanon PM, UN peacekeepers urge accelerated Israeli withdrawal. newarab.com "UNIFIL strongly urges accelerated progress in the IDF's (Israeli military) withdrawal from and the LAF's (Lebane…

newarab (2024-12-24). Stray animals seen eating Palestinian corpses in northern Gaza. newarab.com Even in his nightmares, Emad Abu Ras, a "I was frozen in my place and did not realise what should I do […] If I tried to pull the bodies away from the stray animals, the Israeli drones [quadcopter] would attack me and kill me," the 42-year-old father of four remarked to The New…

UMMID (2024-12-24). Deadlock on Palestinian State Key Obstacle in Saudi-U.S. Defence Deal. ummid.com The future of a formal US-Saudi security agreement remains uncertain, though the Biden administration appears to be now pursuing a pact that would not involve a broader deal with Israel making concessions towards a Palestinian state.

Jake Johnson (2024-12-24). Israeli Forces Are Besieging 3 Hospitals in North Gaza. truthout.org Israeli forces have encircled and attacked three barely functioning hospitals in northern Gaza with growing intensity over the past week, endangering the lives of patients receiving treatment inside the facilities — including premature babies — and medical workers. Dr. Husam Abu Safiya, the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital, said in a video statement over the weekend that the Israeli military… |

Staff (2024-12-24). Denuncian asesinato de 723 agentes que protegían ayuda humanitaria en Gaza. cubadebate.cu El gobierno de Gaza ha denunciado este martes que las fuerzas israelíes han asesinado al menos a 723 policías y agentes de seguridad que protegían los envíos de asistencia humanitaria en la Franja de Gaza desde octubre de 2023. Según la Oficina de Prensa del Gobierno de Gaza, Israel ha brindado apoyo directo a grupos armados que han saqueado estos envíos de ayuda.

WSWS (2024-12-24). Report to New York City-area rally exposes role of Danish shipping giant Maersk in Gaza genocide. wsws.org The rally offered valuable information on the role played by the Danish shipping conglomerate Maersk in the genocide in Gaza, but proposed no policies to mobilize dockworkers against capitalism and war.

Eleftheria Kousta (2024-12-24). Archiving as resistance to genocide denial in Gaza. nationofchange.org To this day, they have logged more than 500 instances, so we discussed their motives for doing this work, the challenges they face and lessons learned along the way.

aljazeera (2024-12-24). Baking hope in Gaza: Making Christmas cookies in a displacement tent. aljazeera.com

Ryan Cristián (2024-12-24). Trump To "Squeeze" Aid Going Into Gaza, Twitter Caught Covering For Magdeburg Attacker & IDF Killers. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (12/23/24). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth

Abdullah Jallow (2024-12-24). Where was Jesus buried?! [Mr. Reich, "Speculation regarding Prophets is strictly prohibited." salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah, The Exalted, stated regarding those Jews who disbelieved in Prophet Isa (Jesus), peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, and plotted to kill him: ŸäŸéÿ≥€°ŸÄŸîŸéŸÑŸèŸÉŸé ÿ£ŸéŸá€°ŸÑŸè Ÿ±ŸÑ€°ŸÉŸêÿ™ŸéŸÄŸ∞ÿ®Ÿê ÿ£ŸéŸ&…

newarab (2024-12-24). Netanyahu to avoid Poland memorial fearing ICC arrest. newarab.com Poland will enforce the The court issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and former defence minister Yoav Gallant in November on charges of war crimes and…

UMMID (2024-12-24). The Least That We Can Do For Palestinians. ummid.com While the international community is yet to translate its verbal solidarity with Palestinians into any meaningful action, the least we could do is to give Palestinians their full rights to express their views and share their pain…

newarab (2024-12-24). Amid genocide, Palestinian Christians find hope this Christmas. newarab.com

presstv.ir (2024-12-24). Hamas calls for 'popular uprising' against PA's siege on Jenin camp. presstv.ir A Hamas official calls for "the largest popular uprising" aimed at lifting the siege by the Palestinian Authority on the Jenin refugee camp.

UMMID (2024-12-24). For 2nd year in row, Bethlehem cancels Christmas celebrations. ummid.com Occupied Jerusalem: The Bethlehem Municipal Council has announced to cancel the 2024 Christmas celebrations in solidarity with Palestinians for second year in row.

aljazeera (2024-12-24). Al Jazeera condemns Fatah campaign against it in West Bank. aljazeera.com Fatah has banned Al Jazeera from reporting from the Jenin governorate.

newarab (2024-12-24). Fatah bans Al Jazeera from northern West Bank for 'incitement'. newarab.com The decision was issued on Monday and extends to the governorates of Jenin, Tubas, Nablus, Tulkarem, Qalqiliya and Salfit [mda…

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