Live News of Palestine April 22, 2024

Columbia University Students Protest For Palestinian Rights

The encampment inside Columbia University's campus is a hub of activity amidst the backdrop of protestors chanting outside the gates. The atmosphere is peaceful, with students engaged in various activities to show their suRead More

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Pro-Palestine Protesters Gather Outside NYU Stern School Of Business

Approximately 200 Pro-Palestine protesters have assembled outside New York University's Stern School of Business, with some pro-Israel demonstrators waving Israeli flags across the street. The scene also includes more thanRead More

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Columbia University Cancels Classes Amid Pro-Palestinian Protests

Columbia University has made the decision to cancel in-person classes and transition to remote learning after a series of pro-Palestinian protests erupted on campus. The university administration cited concerns for the safRead More

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16 Arrested At Yale Protest Over Divestment From Military Manufacturers

At least 16 people, including some students, have been arrested following a protest on Yale University's campus in Connecticut. The police blocked off entrances during their response to the demonstration. The protest, ledRead More

Columbia University Faces Crisis Amid Antisemitism Concerns

Columbia University is currently embroiled in a crisis as tensions escalate on campus ahead of the Passover holiday. A rabbi associated with the university has advised Jewish students to stay home due to safety concerns, pRead More

Iraq Rockets Target US Base In Syria, Security Sources Report

Rockets were reportedly fired from Iraq towards a US military base in Syria, according to security sources. This incident has raised tensions in the region, involving Israel, Palestinians, Iraq, and the USA. The rockets wRead More

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Israeli Troops Conclude Two-Day Operation In West Bank Refugee Camp

Israeli troops have recently completed a two-day operation in the Nur al-Shams refugee camp located in the occupied West Bank, as confirmed by the Israel Defense Forces to CNN. This operation, which was one of the...Read More

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Palestinian Authority Condemns US Aid Package For Israel

The spokesperson for Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, Nabil Abu Rudeineh, has strongly condemned the recent approval by the US House of Representatives of a $26 billion aid package for Israel. According to aRead More

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House Progressive Caucus Members Vote Against Further Aid To Israel

Nineteen members of the House Progressive Caucus have taken a stand by voting against providing additional aid to Israel amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. In a joint statement released on Saturday, these membRead More

Palestinian Ministry Of Health Condemns Attacks On Medical Crews

The Palestinian Ministry of Health has strongly condemned two disturbing incidents that occurred in the West Bank involving emergency medical crews on Saturday. In the first incident, an ambulance driver tragically lost hiRead More

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Ambulance Driver Killed By Israeli Settlers In West Bank

An ambulance driver, identified as Mohammed Awad Allah Mohammed Musa, 50, was tragically killed by Israeli settlers in the West Bank while attempting to transport Palestinians who had been attacked by settlers, as reportedRead More

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US Vetoes Palestinian Request For Full UN Membership

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has strongly criticized the recent US decision to veto a Palestinian request for full United Nations membership, labeling it as a 'blatant aggression' against the Palestinian pRead More

Shipping Industry Urges UN To Protect Vessels After Iran Seizure

The shipping industry is calling on the United Nations to take action to protect vessels following the recent seizure of a tanker by Iran in the Israel-Palestine region. The incident has raised concerns among shipping comRead More

Pro-Palestinian Protests Continue At Columbia University

Protests at Columbia University have persisted into Friday following mass arrests on Thursday, with a significant police presence reported, including officers in riot gear. Demonstrators, including activist actress Susan SRead More

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Turkish President Confirms Hamas Leader's Visit To Turkey

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has confirmed that Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh is scheduled to visit Turkey on Saturday. Erdogan indicated that the discussions during the visit will remain confidential for the timeRead More

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US Blocks UN Recognition Of Palestinian State Membership

The United States has taken a firm stance against the United Nations recognizing a Palestinian state through membership. The US has successfully blocked this move, highlighting the ongoing tensions between Israel and PalesRead More

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Over 100 Pro-Palestinian Protesters Arrested At Columbia University

Over 100 pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested from New York's Columbia University campus during a demonstration related to the Israel-Palestine conflict. The protesters were advocating for Palestinian rights and condemRead More

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Hamas Condemns US Veto On Palestinian UN Membership Resolution

Hamas has strongly criticized the United States for utilizing its veto power to block a draft resolution that aimed to grant Palestine full membership in the United Nations. The draft, put forth by Algeria on behalf...Read More

Palestinian Presidency Criticizes US Veto On UN Membership Bid

The Palestinian presidency issued a strong statement on Thursday condemning the United States for using its veto power to block Palestine's bid for full membership in the United Nations. The presidency characterized the veRead More

US Vetoes UN Security Council Application For Palestinian Statehood

The United States vetoed a UN Security Council application granting statehood to Palestinians on Thursday. The vote resulted in a 12-1 outcome, with the US being the sole dissenting vote, and two countries abstaining fromRead More