Cutting the Military Budget, 2013 Anniversaries, Palestinian Prisoners
The New Internationalism newsletter on sequestration and military budget, an uprising in Palestinian, and 2013 anniversaries.
Is A New US Role in the Middle East Possible?
IPS’ Phyllis Bennis gives keynote address for “Expose AIPAC” teach-in and protests, addressing the question, “Can the U.S. Put Principles Before Special Interests?”
Exactly Why Is President Obama Going to Israel?
Both Israel and the United States seek to quash expectations that the visit will jump-start the Israeli-Palestinian peace process.
The Depths of Malaise in Palestine
Two recent polls find that Palestinians are drifting towards Hamas and are more willing to engage in violent resistance to free themselves of occupation.
Pathway to Progress in Israel Runs through International Law, Local and Global Action
While Israel moved away from the far right in last month’s elections, the new coalition is unlikely to alter the occupation.
SodaStream: Set the Bubbles Free? First, Set Palestinians Free
No matter how you feel about their Super Bowl commercials, don’t buy from SodaStream, a company headquartered in an Israeli settlement in the Palestinian West Bank.
New Year – Old Wars in The Middle East
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Putting Bibi in a Corner
Although almost certain to win reelection, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has been overshadowed by a charismatic new far-right leader.
Human Rights Watch: Time to Stand with Human Rights Defenders
It is disappointing to see HRW’s unwillingness to stand with those who are working to promote and defend human rights.
The Case Against Kerry
President Obama’s selection of John Kerry as the next secretary of state sends the wrong signal to America’s allies and adversaries alike.
The Gaza Ceasefire Holds: A Little Bit to Be Thankful For
In this edition of the New Internationalism newsletter, we break down the ceasefire in the Middle East and what it means for the region moving forward.
Hamas Helped, Israel Handicapped by Threats to Their Respective Publics
Soon after the 2006 war with Lebanon, it became clear that Israel’s Achilles heel was the fear that demoralized its population.
Hitham’s Tale
The military disparity between Israel and Gaza is but the most violent among many.
Abetting the Carnage in Gaza
Steadfast diplomatic and military U.S. support helped enable Israeli violations of international humanitarian law in Gaza.
Once Again, Israel Comes Out on the Short End Politically of a Military Offensive
Either the Israelis and Palestinians will move towards peace or towards more war — there is no in-between.