Israeli soldiers killed a seven-month-old Palestinian baby in the occupied West Bank after opening fire on his family’s car, even though the vehicle had stopped after being ordered to do so.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that he has directed the Israeli military to expand its control over the Gaza Strip to 70 percent, signaling a major escalation in Israel’s presence inside the Palestinian territory despite the existing ceasefire agreement. Speaking at a conference on Thursday, Netanyahu said Israel currently controls around 60 percent…
Activists involved in the international Global Sumud Flotilla, which was attempting to deliver humanitarian aid and food supplies to Palestinians in Gaza, have accused Israeli forces of rape and other forms of sexual abuse. Several flotilla vessels carrying aid to Gaza were intercepted by Israel on different dates this year. Most recently, Israeli forces stopped…
ISTANBUL — Activists released after being detained during Israel’s interception of the recent Gaza-bound “Global Sumud” flotilla arrived in Istanbul this week showing visible bruises, abrasions, and other marks, prompting renewed allegations of mistreatment while in custody. Photos and Videos widely shared online showed several participants with dark bruises on their arms, shoulders, and backs,…
