Trump’s Gaza: “The Riviera of the Middle East”
By Lydia Alaiadi Donald Trump was not joking when he announced that he was interested in expanding US territory. He might have some trouble with getting Greenland, but for him…
Overcoming Adversity: The Palestinian National Football Team
By Majd Salfity Not many teams can capture the spirit of perseverance and determination more than the Palestinian national football team. Representing a country facing major political and economic challenges,…
The Crossroads of Rafah
By Ekaterina Kuleshina Rafah, a city straddling the border between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, holds significant strategic, cultural, and humanitarian importance. Known for its bustling border crossing, it serves…
Passports under occupation
By Majd Salfity Ever wondered how Palestinians are forced to live under occupation? Enduring all of Israel's discriminatory laws and practices? What passports do they possess: a Palestinian passport or…
EU role in Palestinian Statehood
by Lydia Alaiadi What role can the European Union play in talks for a peaceful resolution between Israel and Palestine? The European Council, along with the Spanish and Irish Prime…
The Law of War
International humanitarian law (IHL), commonly known as "the law of war" or "the law of armed conflict" strives to minimize the impact of armed conflict on civilians by regulating the means…
Power is all that matters
by Lydia Alaiadi As the conflict in Gaza alarmingly escalates, the Palestinian people are underrepresented in international talks. Meanwhile, Israel has blocked humanitarian aid in Gaza, and in defending itself…
How to express solidarity for Palestinians in Gaza
The international world supports the oppression that Israel in enforcing on the two million Palestinians who live in Gaza. Cut off from both the outside world and the rest of…