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‘Speak Freely’ – Mélenchon Urges Students to Defy Government, Continue to Support Palestine
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The leftist leader asked students to defy the government by parading the Palestinian flags “wherever possible” to show their solidarity with the Palestinian cause. The leader of La France Insoumise […]
‘From the River to the Sea, and All around the World’ – Warm Welcome Home for Freedom Flotilla Crew
By Roger Fowler Two Kiwi/Palestinian volunteers, Youssef Sammour and Rama Hamida, crew members on the Freedom Flotilla boat, the Handala, received a warm welcome home after recently arriving back in Aotearoa, New Zealand. The Handala […]
‘Only the People Save the People’ – Spain Goes on General Strike against Genocide in Gaza
By John McAulay In a historic showcase of Palestinian solidarity, tens of thousands have flooded the streets, blocked universities and boycotted companies in an attempt to force the Spanish government to cut all ties with […]
‘Collective Conscience’ – South Africa’s Justice Minister Calls for Global Solidarity with Palestine
By Palestine Chronicle Staff “We will continue to do so, despite threats that come from across the globe, because we believe we are standing on principles.” South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation […]
Following Protests – Canadian Literary Award Drops Sponsor’s Investment in Israel’s Elbit
By Palestine Chronicle Staff A renowned Canadian literary award has removed from its title the name of Scotiabank – the award’s main sponsor – following months of protests and withdrawal of tens of authors […]
Biden Urged to Order Independent Probe – World Reacts to Israel’s Killing of US Citizen
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The killing of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, 26, during a protest against illegal Jewish settlements in the town of Beita in the Nablus district, has been condemned worldwide. The family of […]
‘No Business as Usual during a Genocide’ – Columbia Students Resume Protests
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The students at Columbia University in New York City inaugurated their first day of the fall semester on Tuesday by staging pro-Palestine demonstrations. This resulted in the arrest of two […]
‘Our History of Solidarity’ – South Africa to Continue Advocating for Palestine
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Lamola, who previously served as the minister of justice and correctional services, highlighted that South Africa consistently raises the issue of Palestinian suffering through various multilateral platforms. South Africa’s newly […]
Symbolism and Resistance – German Parliament Bans Red Inverted Triangle Symbol
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The red triangle started as a functional tool in well-produced videos released by the Al-Qassam Brigades. Germany’s House of Representatives voted to ban the red inverted triangle symbol used by […]
Zionist Semantics in South Africa: Democratic Alliance Leopard Will Not Change Its Spots on Palestine
By Iqbal Jassat Has Helen Zille emerged as a leading agitator to reverse South Africa’s groundbreaking efforts in solidarity with Palestine’s freedom struggle against Zionism’s illegal settler colonial regime? Her demands on the African National […]
A Victory for Palestine and Palestinian Solidarity in Dublin – VIDEOS
By Fintan Bradshow Even before the teams took to the pitch, chants of ‘Free, free Palestine’, ‘viva, viva Palestina’, ‘From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free’. On May 15, to commemorate the […]
‘It Came as a Great Surprise’ – Israel Begins Defense at ICJ Following Urgent Appeal
The Israeli delegation on Friday started defending in the two-day hearing at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) upon the request of South Africa’s urgent appeal. The second day of the new hearing in The […]
Solidarity with Gaza – Princeton Faculty Members Join Students in Hunger Strike
Demonstrations in support of Palestinians under Israeli siege in Gaza have spread across university campuses in the US and Europe. Over a dozen faculty members from Princeton University in the US state of New Jersey, […]
LIVE BLOG – Palestine Chronicle at the Global Anti-Apartheid Conference on Palestine
The Global Anti-Apartheid Conference on Palestine is taking place in Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa from May 10 – 12, 2024 The conference aims “to set the basis for the mobilisation of a Global Anti-Apartheid Movement […]
Palestinian Resistance: Upsetting the US-Israel Apple Cart
By Dr. M. Reza Behnam The desire to return and reclaim their homes have kept Palestinian hopes alive for 76 years. For all that time they have had few allies. Students on campuses across the […]
‘Cast off Your Sandals, Moses’: Rola Azar Releases New Song of Resistance
By Louis Brehony Seven months into the genocide on Gaza, vocalist Rola Milad Azar has recorded and released a stirring new anthem of solidarity. With poetry and music by Lebanese songwriter and leftist Fadi Zaraket, […]
American Universities: From Fighting South African Apartheid to Confronting Israeli Genocide
By Jamal Kanj Reminiscent of the American student protests in 1968, the current student movement is a natural response to the inept international system. American universities pride themselves on being a melting pot of free […]
Students in Nordic Countries, Netherlands Join Global Uprising against Israeli War in Gaza
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Though some western governments are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, many continue to support Israel politically and militarily in its ongoing war. A wave of university campus protests across […]
Columbia Main Graduation Ceremony Canceled – US Campuses Protests Continue
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Despite a crackdown by the New York Police Department, the encampment expanded and began to attract significant attention on both broadcast and social media. Columbia University decided on Monday to […]
‘We Commit Our Bodies’ – Princeton Students Launch Hunger Strike in Solidarity with Gaza (VIDEO)
By Palestine Chronicle Staff “We struggle together in solidarity with the people of Palestine. We commit our bodies to their liberation”. A group of students at Princeton University began a hunger strike on Friday […]
Humanity at Its Best: Why are US Students Rising for Gaza?
By Ramzy Baroud Despite mass arrests, starting in Columbia, and the direct violence against peaceful protesters everywhere, the movement has only grown stronger. The mass protests at dozens of US universities cannot be reduced […]
Jill Stein – Who is the US Presidential Candidate Arrested at Pro-Palestine Protest?
By Robert Inlakesh Jill Stein’s recent arrest has been highlighted as an example of how peaceful demonstrators are cracked down upon unjustly by US law enforcement. Green Party Presidential candidate, Jill Stein, was arrested by […]
Student Protests Escalate: From Columbia to Harvard, Calls for Action, Johnson Heckled
By Palestine Chronicle Staff American police detained approximately 140 students from two universities on Wednesday, amidst protests in solidarity with Gaza and calls to end the Israeli genocidal war. The clashes between law enforcement […]
The Islamophobic Chronicle – The War on Gaza and the Weaponization of Antisemitism
By Ilan Pappe – The Palestine Chronicle If you think that accusing British Muslims of being terrorists, supposedly in the service of Hamas, only started after October 7, then you are wrong. In recent […]
‘Intimidation’ Tactics – French Politician Summoned by Police Over Pro-Palestine Tweets
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Activists on social media termed the summons a move meant to repress the movement for Palestine in France. A French left-wing politician said on Monday that he was summoned by […]
‘World Not Doing Enough’ – Protesters across the World Decry Gaza Genocide
By Palestine Chronicle Staff With more than 31,500 Palestinians killed in Gaza, the world continues to witness demonstrations calling for an end to the genocide. Demonstrations calling for an end to Israel’s genocidal attack […]
In the Midst of Genocide in Gaza – The Legacy of Rachel Corrie Lives On
By Benay Blend During her time in Gaza, Corrie stayed with a family in Rafah. In her letters home, she referred to the difference between there and here as a “virtual portal into luxury”. In […]
‘Fighting for Justice’ – Susan Sarandon Speaks out for Palestine (VIDEO)
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Oscar-winning actress Susan Sarandon has once again reiterated her support for Palestine as she participated in the Millions March for Palestine protest in New York City last Saturday, addressing the […]
On Solidarity and Kushner’s Shame: How Gaza Revitalized Global Solidarity
By Ramzy Baroud The critical mass for meaningful solidarity has finally been achieved, signaling that, once more, Palestinians have imposed themselves as the guardians of their own struggle. Jared Kushner, a former US official […]
‘New Holocaust’ in Gaza – Cuban President Leads Palestine Solidarity Rally
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The Cuban president and all of his cabinet members, most wearing the Palestinian keffiyeh, took part in a rally on Saturday, where chants rang out in support of Palestine and […]