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Bulgaria's win at Eurovision 2025 has sparked fierce debate as a wave of boycotts against Israel grows. Many view the outcome as a sign of deep political divisions, with organizers facing pressure from social and political movements.
Hundreds protested in Vienna on May 11 against Israel's participation in the Eurovision final, citing human rights concerns amid the Gaza conflict. The demonstration occurred hours before the final in Sweden, with security deployed but no major incidents.
On February 20, the Israeli military launched a wave of airstrikes and artillery fire on targets in the Gaza Strip, killing at least five people, including a woman and a child, and wounding 12 others. The strikes hit residential buildings and infrastructure, with rescue teams searching for victims under debris. Israel said the operation was in response to rocket fire from Gaza the previous night, while Palestinian factions vowed retaliation, raising international calls for restraint.
In the latest episode of The Listening Post, Al Jazeera examines Israel's accusations of 'blood libel' against The New York Times over its coverage of the Gaza conflict. The program explores how the use of this historic term impacts international media credibility and analyzes how major outlets shape perceptions of the Middle East war.
A viral video shows an Israeli settler allegedly attacking a Palestinian family's dog near Nablus in the West Bank. The incident has sparked outrage, with human and animal rights groups calling for an investigation. No official response from Israel has been reported.
Israel has spent $730 million on a PR campaign to improve its international image, but its success is uncertain amid the ongoing conflict. Al Jazeera's The Listening Post looks at whether media can change global perceptions. The campaign highlights economic, tech, and cultural aspects, but analysts say real-world events may limit its impact.
Israel launched airstrikes in southern Lebanon mere hours after the ceasefire was extended, targeting Hezbollah-linked facilities. No casualties were reported. The international community is calling for restraint to prevent the fragile truce from unraveling.
An Israeli settler has blindfolded and kidnapped a Palestinian in the occupied West Bank, sparking public outrage as settler attacks surge amid rising tensions. The incident was captured on video and circulated on social media, prompting calls for international intervention.
Israel launched attacks on Lebanon shortly after extending a ceasefire, sparking concerns over violations. Strikes targeted southern Lebanon and Beirut's suburbs amid high tensions with Hezbollah. International calls for restraint continue.
