Category: Gaza
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Why were the Philistines against the Canaanites?
The relationship between the Philistines and the Canaanites was multifaceted, encompassing both conflict and a degree of cultural exchange. While not always outright enemies, their interactions were often marked byrivalry and a struggle for dominance in the region of Canaan. Here’s a breakdown of the key factors contributing to their complex relationship: It’s important to…
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Why Peace in Gaza Matters to All of Us
The images from Gaza are impossible to ignore: destroyed homes, terrified children, overwhelmed hospitals, families torn apart. Whether or not we have personal ties to the region, we must recognize that what is happening in Gaza is not just a regional conflict—it is a human crisis, and peace is not a luxury, it is a…
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The real reasons for the US-Israeli war on Iran, explained
Jun 17, 2025 / Ben Norton / Geopolitical Economy Report – The United States and Israel are waging war on Iran, but why? What are their real goals? Ben Norton explains the imperial strategy to impose US hegemony in West Asia (aka the Middle East), destroy the Axis of Resistance, colonize Palestine, destabilize the revolutionary…
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Our bodies can no longer hold us
It’s been six weeks since Israel has cut off all aid to Palestinians in Gaza. AFSC’s Serena Awad shares her firsthand account of daily life under the total blockade. Apr 11, 2025 | Serena Awad | AFSC Since March 2, Israel has prevented all aid from entering Gaza. This is the longest period that humanitarian…
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A Stand for Justice:Protest Against IDF Soldiers Speaking at Cal State San Marcos
On March 25, 2025, the campus of California State University, San Marcos, was the site of a powerful and emotional protest. Students, faculty, and community members gathered in response to a controversial event – the university’s decision to allow Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers to speak on campus. The protest highlighted strong opposition to giving…
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Letter to Refaat Alareer
Dear Refaat, We are not silent. We are being silenced. The students who, during the last academic year set up encampments, occupied halls, went on hunger strikes and spoke out against the genocide, were met this fall with a series of rules that have turned university campuses into academic gulags. Among the minority of academics…
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The complaint filed with the International Court of Justice filed by South Africa alleging genocide by Israel
1APPLICATION INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGSTo the Registrar of the International Court of Justice, the undersigned, being duly authorised by the Government of the Republic of South Africa, state as follows: In accordance with Articles 36 (1) and 40 of the Statute of the Court and Article 38 of the Rules of Court, I have the honour to…
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The Peace Resource Center of San Diego
PRC Call for a Ceasefire in Gaza, Israel, and the West Bank ______________________________ In the Spirit of ReconciliationThe Peace Resource Center of San DiegoJoins the Call of the General Assembly of the United Nations: Cease Fire in Gaza, Israel, and the West Bank! Free the Israeli Hostages and the Palestinian Detainees!Stop US Arms Sales to…
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Groups Associated to NNOMY Issue Calls for a Ceasefire in Gaza
NNOMY Steering Committee Parent Category: NNOMY 18 December 2023 18 December 2023 Last Updated: 18 December 2023 Hits: 16 Though the National Network Opposing the Militarization of Youth cannot speak for the network in its entirety, some of the organizations that are listed in our National Directory of Youth Demilitarization Groups have called for a…
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Women’s International League for Peace & Freedom US: Help Us Advocate for a Ceasefire in Gaza Now
November 2023MEPJAC The Middle East Peace and Justice Action Committee (MEPJAC) is encouraging members to call your representatives to ask them to support the Ceasefire Now Resolution led by Reps. Cori Bush and Rashida Tlaib. Bush and Tlaib have been joined by Representatives Andre Carson, Summer Lee and Delia Ramirez, along with at least 12…