Explainer What does Hamas' move to dissolve its Gaza government mean? Hamas has agreed to hand civilian administration over to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza, but the committee is not yet in Gaza and may not deploy until Hamas’ disarmament is resolved. Palestine
Interview Ayman Odeh says Arab parties could back Bennett or Eisenkot to block Netanyahu In an interview with Al-Monitor, head of the Arab-Israeli Hadash-Ta'al Knesset faction, Ayman Odeh, said his party is prepared to make difficult decisions to topple Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government. Ayman Odeh Head of the Knesset's Hadash-Ta'al faction
Who is Melat Kiros, the pro-Palestinian who unseated a longtime Democrat? Kiros has taken a hard stance against Israel and opposes all aid to the country as pro-Palestinian candidates make further inroads in the party. United States
Amnesty International accuses Israel of state-led ethnic cleansing in West Bank In a new report, Amnesty International said that the escalating forced displacement and settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank is part of a state-led campaign to control the Palestinian territory. Palestine
More divisions reported between Hamas' political, military wings Hamas representatives have downplayed reports and said that the movement's leaders are on the same page. Palestine
Palestinian soccer chairman asks FIFA to suspend Israel In an interview with Al-Monitor, Palestinian Soccer Association Chairman Jibril Rajoub accuses Israel of harassing Palestinian soccer by preventing the free movement of players and the importation of equipment. Palestine
Switch to digital television faces bumpy road in Palestine As the date to move Palestinian TV frequencies from analogue to digital is approaching, concerned parties and ministries are worried about potential issues including interference by Israeli authorities and costs for poorer families. Palestine
PA isolates West Bank camps The PA’s crackdown on West Bank refugee camps and withholding of aid is adding to the marginalization of the youth. Palestine
Rejectionist Israeli government becomes Palestinian asset In face of Israel's new right-wing government, the Palestinian Authority is planning a diplomatic offensive to reconquer the interest of the international community. Palestine
Israel eases Gaza blockade, hopes for Hamas stability Israel understands that Hamas is in Gaza to stay and is now searching for balance between easing the blockade for Gaza residents and limiting Hamas' military activity. Palestine
Palestinian women sew to survive Struggling to make ends meet, the women of Gaza sew painstakingly detailed embroidery work for small profits. Palestine
Settlements threaten Palestine’s historic sites Violations carried out by Israeli settlers are destroying historic sites in Palestine in what many see as an attempt to bury Palestinian historic and cultural heritage. Palestine
Gaza university launches programs for hearing-impaired The Islamic University in Gaza has introduced two diploma programs for hearing-impaired students, a first in the territory. Palestine
UNRWA takes no responsibility for rocket launchers in shelters The Board of Inquiry report concerning the strikes at UNRWA facilities during Operation Protective Edge fails to address that the agency’s officials turned a blind eye to Hamas militants' use of the facilities as weapon depots. Palestine
Gazans pursue jobs in Israel despite danger Difficult living conditions inside the Gaza Strip have pushed citizens to risk their lives to emigrate in search of work even without the proper Israeli permits. Palestine
Fast food booms in Gaza Gaza's restaurant sector is thriving as residents flock to one of the few available diversions. Palestine
