Checkpoints deny freedom
by Ekaterina & Kuleshina One prominent aspect of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is the system of checkpoints established by the Israeli government in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. The primary…
The resisting Mosque
By Leena Haider The tensions between Israel and Palestine continue to rise, this time in one of the holiest sites in Judaism and Islam: Al-Aqsa Mosque. Al-Aqsa Mosque does not frequently…
A short Easter Tale
By Majd Salfity As we move into the early-spring season and start seeing chocolate eggs and pastel-colored shop windows, we know Easter must be on the way! The Christian holiday known as Easter…
The sacred month
Every year, Muslims around the world look forward to the first day of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and the most sacred month in Islamic culture, when the…
Oasis of Peace
Have you ever wondered if there are still some people who believe in peace between two nations in such a protracted conflict with the polarized societies living in hatred towards…
Cry Me A River: Water as a political means
As water is fundamental for health, hygiene and nutrition, it’s also one of the main contended assets when shared by neighboring regions; if regulations are iniquitous, tensions may arise. Several…
Is Instagram banning Palestinians?
The number of social media platforms has increased, making the world more connected than ever. These platforms allow us to express our ideas and thoughts and keep up with the…
Are Taiwan and Palestine that similar?
This article is directed to demonstrate some parallels between Palestine and Taiwan Each conflict is unique, has its own reasons and developments, often unpredictable, it is a very vulnerable matter.…
Palestinian Art as Identity Affirmation
The 59th International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale paid homage to Palestinian art and culture through the works of Noor Abuarafeh, a Palestinian artist who lives and works in…
5 ways to support Palestine
In order to ensure that Palestinians receive the protections they are entitled to under international law, civil society organizations and individuals from all over the world must work to support…