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Israel/OPT: Two Months of Cruel and Inhumane Siege are Further Evidence of Israel’s Genocidal Intent in Gaza   

For the past two months, Israel has completely cut off the supply of humanitarian aid and other items indispensable to…

May 2, 2025

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Israel/OPT: Long Overdue Release of Ahmad Manasra Marks the Start of a Long and Difficult Path to Recovery

Ahmad Manasra’s release today is a huge relief for him and for his family, but nothing can undo the years…

April 10, 2025

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Hungary: Withdrawal From ICC Does Not Absolve Hungary of its Legal Obligation to Arrest Fugitive Benjamin Netanyahu

By welcoming Netanyahu, Hungary is effectively giving a seal of approval to Israel’s genocide.

April 3, 2025

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Israel/OPT: Investigate Killings of Paramedics and Rescue Workers in Gaza

Those killed included eight Palestinian Red Crescent Society health workers, one UNRWA staff member, and six members of the Palestinian…

April 1, 2025

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South Korea/Israel/OPT: HD Hyundai machinery used in West Bank demolitions

These demolitions resulted in the forced displacement of approximately 250 Palestinians and damaged the livelihoods of hundreds of others.

March 27, 2025

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Israeli Air Strikes Kill Over 400 Palestinians Across Gaza Following Unilateral Resumption of Mass Attacks

Israel brazenly resumed its devastating bombing campaign in Gaza killing at least 414 people in their sleep, including at least…

March 18, 2025

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UN Report on Israel’s Gender-Based Violence and Genocidal Acts Against Women’s Health Facilities Must Spur Action to Protect Palestinians

A new report by the Independent International Commission of Inquiry (COI) on the Occupied Palestinian Territory and Israel concludes that…

March 13, 2025

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Israel’s Decision to Cut Off Electricity Supply to Gaza Desalination Plant Cruel and Unlawful

Israel’s decision to cut off electricity to Gaza’s main operational desalination plant, a week after it halted the entry of…

March 10, 2025

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Congress Urged to Pass Joint Resolutions of Disapproval and End Arms Transfers to Government of Israel 

Amnesty International USA welcomed the introduction of four Joint Resolutions of Disapproval (JRDs) that would block the sale of more…

March 4, 2025

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Release of Civilian Hostages Held in Gaza and Arbitrarily Detained Palestinians Must Be Immediate and Not Hinge on Ceasefire Negotiations

The release of Israeli and foreign national civilians held hostage by Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, and Palestinians…

February 28, 2025

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Israel/OPT: Masafer Yatta Community in Occupied West Bank Under Imminent Threat of Forcible Transfer

The Palestinian community of Shi’b Al-Butum in Masafer Yatta is at imminent risk of forcible transfer due to increasing state-backed…

February 26, 2025

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Israel/OPT: Release of Palestinian Aid Worker After Nearly Nine Years of Unjust Imprisonment Ends Appalling Miscarriage of Justice

The long overdue release of Palestinian aid worker and prisoner of conscience, Mohammed al-Halabi brings to an end his agonizing…

February 7, 2025