Middle East

Israel's ban on Unrwa a catastrophe, UN Palestinian agency warns

Israel's ban on Unrwa a catastrophe, UN Palestinian agency warns

Israel plans to outlaw UNRWA, raising concerns about aid to Palestinian refugees. UNRWA denies Israeli claims of Hamas collusion. Ban will impact 6 million refugees.

British-Israeli hostage says Hamas held her at UN facilities

British-Israeli hostage says Hamas held her at UN facilities

British-Israeli hostage Emily Damari says she was held in an UNRWA facility in Gaza, denied medical care. UNRWA seeks probe. Israel plans to ban it.

Father of youngest hostage among three men to be released on Saturday, Hamas says

Father of youngest hostage among three men to be released on Saturday, Hamas says

Hamas will release 3 hostages Saturday: Ofer Kalderon, Yarden Bibas, and Keith Siegel. Israel will release Palestinian prisoners. This is the 4th exchange. Hostages were held in an UNRWA facility.

High Court challenge over UK arms sales to Israel moves ahead, judge rules

High Court challenge over UK arms sales to Israel moves ahead, judge rules

UK court allows challenge on F-35 component exports to Israel. Govt. continued exports despite war crime risks. Hearing set for May 12.

Columbia University professor files grievance over 'termination'

Columbia University professor files grievance over 'termination'

Columbia prof. Franke files grievance, alleging anti-Palestinian bias, harassment after pro-Palestine activism. She calls "retirement" a firing.

Harvard reinvests $150m in travel company listing Israeli settlements

Harvard reinvests $150m in travel company listing Israeli settlements

Harvard reinvested $150M in Booking Holdings, criticized for listing properties in illegal Israeli settlements. This follows pro-Palestinian protests and divestment calls.