Palestinians in Gaza, half of whom are under 18 and more than a million dependent on food aid, were optimistic about Egypt’s new president. Their hopes for support are now quickly fading. Read more about Hopes for freedom of movement dashed, once again, in Gaza 

After the brutal murder of a Palestinian woman by her husband, local human rights groups are pushing for stronger reforms to stem violence against women in Palestine. Read more about Harsh economic and social conditions contribute to violence against Palestinian women 

Food insecurity for Palestinians living in refugee camps, the Gaza Strip and in Area C of the West Bank is rising, despite international aid agency reports to the contrary. Read more about Child malnutrition remains high in West Bank and Gaza 

The only power plant in Gaza is currently operating at about a third of its capacity, or has been completely shut down by severe fuel shortages since February. Read more about Gaza left in the dark at Ramadan 

A nine-month investigation by Al Jazeera into the death of Yasser Arafat has revealed that that there was a high level of polonium, a highly radioactive element, inside his body when he died. Read more about Scientific probe indicates Arafat was murdered 

A new aid program intends to help 5,000 families purchase nutritious food in the besieged Gaza Strip. Read more about Amid growing poverty, payment card provides dignity, nutrition for some Gaza families 

Controversy over a desalination plant in Gaza highlights the role of aid agencies in subsidizing the occupation and letting Israel off the hook for destroying Palestinian infrastructure. Read more about Water desalination projects to solve Gaza’s problems: a wolf in sheep’s clothing? 

Dr. Mads Gilbert shares accounts of his work treating patients during Israel’s attacks on Gaza in 2008-09 in order to encourage others to remain steadfast in their solidarity work for Palestinian rights. Read more about "Every third child in Gaza stunted by hunger": interview with renowned doctor Mads Gilbert  

How one village is severely impacted by Israel’s control of Palestinian water resources. Read more about Water apartheid leaves Palestinian children ill 

Ten persons have died so far this year due to various accidents with generators in the Gaza Strip, plagued by chronic power shortages. Read more about After narrow escape, Gaza woman educates peers about lethal danger from generators