Against all odds, The Palestine Chronicle amplifies Palestinian voices and reports the truth about Gaza. But we can't do it without you. Your support sustains our powerful, independent model of journalism.
Month: April 2025

Yale Students Protest Upcoming Visit by Israel’s Ben-Gvir – University Threatens Arrests
By Palestine Chronicle Staff On Tuesday evening, the extremist minister attended a dinner at US President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, which was attended by Republicans and businessmen. Around 200 students at Yale […]

Israeli Strikes Kill Scores of Palestinians, Hit Displaced Families and Hospital
With hospitals under fire and life-saving treatments vanishing, Gaza’s humanitarian crisis reaches a breaking point. Since dawn on Wednesday, Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 28 Palestinians and injured scores more across the Gaza Strip, […]

LIVE BLOG: Durrah Gaza Children’s Hospital Bombed| Jordan’s ‘Brotherhood’ Banned | Abbas Attacks Resistance – Day 565
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israeli artillery targeted Al-Durrah Children’s Hospital in the Al-Tuffah neighborhood, east of Gaza City. Meanwhile, Israeli politicians continue to defy international law. Former minister Avigdor Lieberman stated that no aid […]

South Africa and Palestine’s Struggle: Seven Takeaways from FloodGate Interview with Na’eem Jeenah
By Romana Rubeo Na’eem Jeenah draws parallels between South Africa’s anti-apartheid struggle and Palestine’s fight against Israeli occupation, highlighting seven key insights. In the latest episode of the FloodGate podcast, Ramzy Baroud and I […]

FIFA’s Sideline: Why the World Football Body isn’t Punishing Israel
By Issam Khalidi Despite compelling evidence of violations against Palestinian sports, FIFA’s prolonged inaction and delayed decisions suggest a reluctance to hold Israel accountable. A Palestinian Football Association proposal was submitted to the FIFA Congress […]

Israel to Use ‘Absentee Property Law’ to Authorize 1,900 New Settlement Units
The plan aims to expand what is known as the Gilo settlement south-eastward, on lands and olive groves owned by residents of the Palestinian city of Beit Jala, the report said. The Planning and Building […]

Gaza Officials Denounce ‘Misleading Rumors’ of Mass Migration Plans
The media office reportedly accused Israel of backing the posts through fake or biased accounts, misled individuals, or those using forged documents and worthless legal forms. Gaza’s Government Media Office cautioned on Monday against “misleading […]

‘He Gave Us Hope’ – Gaza’s Christian Community Mourns Pope Francis’ Passing
“Though the Vatican is far away, his voice always reached our hearts — he never ceased calling for peace and justice.” Palestinian Christians in Gaza are mourning the passing of Pope Francis, remembering him as […]

Harvard Files Lawsuit against Trump’s Freeze of University Funds
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The Trump administration announced it would freeze $2.2 billion in federal funds to Harvard University after the institution rejected a list of demands from the government. Harvard University filed a […]

Hezbollah’s Resurgence: The Era of Sheikh Naim Qassem?
By Robert Inlakesh After a period of uncertainty, Hezbollah’s latest address signals a renewed commitment to its original goals, suggesting a more assertive future under its new leadership. Hezbollah’s Secretary General, Sheikh Naim Qassem, delivered […]

Ex Israeli Amb. Calls Pope Francis Antisemite, Urges Government to Avoid Funeral
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Blaming Pope Francis for rising antisemitism, Dror Eydar urged Israel to reject any official participation in his funeral. Dror Eydar, former Israeli ambassador to Italy, said Israel should not participate […]

Shin Bet Chief’s Testimony Sparks Tel Aviv Protest Against Netanyahu
Thousands of Israelis protested in Tel Aviv, demanding Prime Minister Netanyahu’s resignation following shocking testimony from Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar about political interference. Thousands of Israelis demonstrated in Tel Aviv, demanding the resignation of […]

Gallant: Israeli Army Faked Gaza Tunnel Photo to Justify Military Presence
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Yoav Gallant says a photo used to claim the discovery of a massive tunnel in Gaza was staged to delay a prisoner deal and exaggerate military threats. Former Israeli Defense […]

LIVE BLOG: Gallant: We Lied | Massacre in Gaza School – Day 564
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israeli Army Radio quoted security officials as saying that Israel carried out an assassination targeting a prominent member of Hamas and the Islamic Group. Meanwhile, in the southern Gaza Strip, […]

The Generals of Islamabad and Their Zionist Daydream
By Junaid S. Ahmad Across campuses, mosques, and social platforms, a new generation is asking dangerous questions: Why must our foreign policy serve imperial interests? Why is our media allergic to speaking the truth about […]

Time for Israel’s ‘Impunity’ over Palestinians ‘to Stop’ – Former SA Minister Pandor
“Israel has enjoyed impunity in its conduct toward Palestinian people for over seven decades, and we believe that the time has come for this to stop.” The failure to stop Israel’s genocidal assault on the […]

Israeli Opposition Leader Warns of ‘Political Murder,’ Accuses Netanyahu
By Palestine Chronicle Staff “The levels of incitement and madness are unprecedented. There will be political murder here.” Yair Lapid Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid warned on Sunday of potential “political murder” within the […]

Shin Bet Chief Submits ‘Severe Allegations’ against Netanyahu in High Court Petition
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Haaretz also reported that Netanyahu’s office had presented Bar with a document that he was expected to sign, intended “to delay the testimony phase” of the prime minister’s corruption trial. […]

Freeing Israeli Captives ‘Not Most Important Goal’ in Assault on Gaza – Smotrich
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Smotrich’s remarks have been met with severe criticism from the families of around 59 remaining Israeli captives believed to be held in Gaza. Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said on […]

Israel Deploys Under-Trained Soldiers amid Gaza War Strain – Reports
Facing manpower shortages exacerbated by resistance to military drafts, the Israeli army has reportedly deployed soldiers to the Gaza w whoar have not completed their full training. Amidst a reported shortage of personnel, the […]

Sanaa Market Massacre: Civilian Toll Mounts as US Airstrikes Intensify
By Palestine Chronicle Staff American airstrikes, including one on a Sanaa market, have escalated in Yemen, resulting in civilian casualties and drawing condemnation amidst the ongoing Israeli genocide in Gaza. The death toll from […]

Pope Francis’ Passing: His Key Statements on Gaza and the Ongoing Genocide
By Romana Rubeo Pope Francis, who passed away at 88, leaves behind a legacy defined by his steadfast calls for peace and justice in Gaza, persistently urging ceasefires, condemning violence, and advocating for the […]

French Delegation Barred from Entering Israel amid Diplomatic Rift with France
Israel has revoked the visas of 27 French lawmakers just days before their visit, amid growing diplomatic tensions over Paris’s potential recognition of a Palestinian state. The Israeli government revoked the entry visas of 27 […]

37 Killed in Relentless Israeli Strikes as WHO Slams Gaza Medical Blockade
The World Health Organization warns of a looming health catastrophe in Gaza as Israeli attacks continue and aid access remains blocked. At least 37 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip […]

LIVE BLOG: Qassam Blows Up Tunnel | ‘Netanyahu Will Not Win | Massacres in Gaza – Day 563
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israeli media quoted Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich as saying that returning the captives from Gaza is not the most important goal. Meanwhile, at least four Palestinians were killed and others […]

‘Breaking the Sword’: Al-Qassam Details Tunnel Ambush, Vehicle Strikes
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israeli media reported on Saturday that wounded soldiers were evacuated by helicopter from the ambush site in the Tuffah neighborhood. The Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of the Palestinian Resistance […]

Rev. Isaac: Christian Communities in Gaza and West Bank Facing Extinction
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Palestinian priest Rev. Munther Isaac warns that Christian communities in Gaza and the West Bank are facing extinction amid Israel’s ongoing genocide and deepening restrictions. Palestinian Lutheran priest Rev. Dr. […]

French Contradictions: Macron’s Palestine Play – Too Little, Too Late?
By Ramzy Baroud The fact that France would be among the last group of countries in the world to formally recognize Palestine, speaks volumes about France’s apparent attempt to belatedly align itself with the […]

Musical Solidarity: Artists and Bands Who Stand for Justice in Palestine
By Karan Singh Karan Singh’s comprehensive list for the Palestine Chronicle highlights numerous artists who publicly back the Palestinian struggle for justice. Readers can help expand the list by adding names in the comments. The […]

Chinese Satellite Firm Denies US Allegations of Aiding Yemen’s Ansarallah
Chinese satellite company Chang Guang Satellite Technology has refuted accusations from the US that it is providing intelligence to Yemen’s Ansarallah movement, as reported by China’s Global Times. Chinese satellite company Chang Guang Satellite Technology […]