Elia Suleiman's sublime "The Time That Remains"
9 May 2011
The Time That Remains: Chronicle of a Present Absentee is a must-see by writer-director-co-star Elia Suleiman. Read more about Elia Suleiman's sublime "The Time That Remains"
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Bin Laden and the Palestinians
6 May 2011
Killing Osama Bin Laden might have been sweet revenge and given a boost to President Obama’s re-election chances. But the US’ disregard for the consequences its actions have recalls the Palestinian example to mind. Read more about Bin Laden and the Palestinians
In Gaza, hope that words of unity will become real
Gaza City 6 May 2011
Palestinians in Gaza poured into the streets of Gaza City on Wednesday to celebrate the signing of a national reconciliation agreement in Cairo that same day. But amidst the high hope was trepidation that unity aspirations would not be realized on the ground. Read more about In Gaza, hope that words of unity will become real
Egypt breaks from US, Israel by brokering unity deal
5 May 2011
Rival Palestinian factions Hamas and Fatah signed a reconciliation agreement in Cairo on Wednesday, paving the way for the formation of a Palestinian national unity government. The move, say local analysts, reflects the changing political equation in the Middle East amid the ongoing wave of Arab popular uprisings. Read more about Egypt breaks from US, Israel by brokering unity deal
Israeli bill to give settler group authority in Silwan
5 May 2011
A new Israeli parliamentary (Knesset) bill that would give direct control of national parks to private organizations is causing alarm amidst Jerusalem-area activists. Read more about Israeli bill to give settler group authority in Silwan
Breaking down stereotypes: Randa Abdel-Fattah interviewed
4 May 2011
The Electronic Intifada contributor Sarah Irving interviews Randa Abdel-Fattah, the author of five novels for young adults and children, about her writing and activism. Read more about Breaking down stereotypes: Randa Abdel-Fattah interviewed
Israel threatens Palestinian unity with economic sanctions
3 May 2011
Israel has lashed out at the recent ground-breaking deal in Cairo, which will see unification of the two main Palestinian political factions after four years of bitter infighting, by threatening economic sanctions against the Palestinians. Read more about Israel threatens Palestinian unity with economic sanctions
An independent homeland or bantustan in disguise?
4 May 2011
The induced euphoria that characterizes discussions within the mainstream media around the upcoming declaration of an independent Palestinian state in September, ignores the stark realities on the ground and the warnings of critical commentators. Read more about An independent homeland or bantustan in disguise?
Siege brings Gaza's garment industry to a halt
3 May 2011
The five-story building housing the now abandoned Hamdanco sewing factory is filled with machines gathering dust; it used to be the place of employment of 130 workers, including sewers and administrative staff. Read more about Siege brings Gaza's garment industry to a halt
AIPAC does not speak for me
3 May 2011
AIPAC pretends to speak for all Jews, but it certainly does not speak for me or other members of the Jewish community in this country who are committed to equal rights for all and are aware that American interventionism is likely to bring further disaster and chaos to the Middle East. Read more about AIPAC does not speak for me
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