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Shady al-Areer, 38, has been forced to cross illegally from Israel into the West Bank since October 7, 2023. He longs to reunite with his wife and children, still trapped in Gaza. His story highlights the humanitarian crisis of families torn apart by war.
Recent Democratic primaries show straight-talking candidates, especially those bold on Palestine, winning overwhelming support. Figures like Graham Platner and Adam Hamawy are advancing to general elections, signaling a voter shift away from traditional party leadership. The trend highlights a growing demand for authenticity over polished, cautious politics.
A US House committee rejected a bid to remove a clause in the defense budget that strengthens military cooperation with Israel, despite Democratic criticism. The provision, Section 224 of the NDAA, would require a designated agency to coordinate joint defense efforts, drawing concern from activists and some lawmakers.
An AJ+ documentary investigation has revealed that bodies donated to the University of Southern California for education and research may have been sold to the US military and used to train Israeli surgeons during the Gaza conflict. Families of donors express horror at the alleged misuse of remains.
The Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF) has called on Indian authorities to arrest Israeli reservist Eitan Gilboa while he vacations in northern India, accusing him of war crimes. The organization cites evidence including videos of Gilboa destroying civilian homes in Gaza. India, as a Geneva Convention signatory, has a legal obligation to investigate and prosecute such allegations.
Egypt has launched an emergency diplomatic intervention to salvage the fragile Gaza ceasefire, as Israeli attacks and threats to displace Palestinians push the agreement to the brink of collapse. Cairo warns against expanding occupation and has invited a senior Hamas delegation for urgent talks. At least 141 Palestinians have been killed in the past two weeks amid escalating Israeli strikes.
Muslims worldwide have begun celebrating Eid al-Adha, the Feast of Sacrifice, which coincides with the final day of the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. This year's Hajj has drawn more than 1.7 million pilgrims against a backdrop of the Gaza conflict and heightened US-Iran tensions. The holiday honors the Prophet Ibrahim's act of faith and is marked by prayer, animal sacrifice, and charity.
Iran's president urged Islamic nations to unite against common security threats, citing divisions that allow external interference. He called for enhanced OIC cooperation on security and economics, highlighting Gaza and Yemen crises. Analysts note challenges from rivalries like Iran-Saudi Arabia, even after their 2023 rapprochement.
Malaysia has announced its readiness to file a formal complaint with the International Court of Justice against Israel, intensifying its diplomatic pressure over the Gaza conflict. The move underscores Malaysia's long-standing support for Palestinian self-determination.
