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A Fast For Human Rights In Gaza

David A. Love | Posted 10.07.2009 | Impact


David A. Love

There are many opinions on the Mideast conflict, but one thing is certain: the situation in Gaza is a humanitarian and human rights disaster, and it cannot continue.

Gaza/Israel: Hamas Rocket Attacks on Civilians Unlawful

Human Rights Watch | Posted 09.06.2009 | World


Human Rights Watch

Palestinian armed groups have argued that rocket attacks are appropriate reprisals for Israeli military operations and the ongoing blockade of Gaza, and are a lawful response.

The Blockade of Gaza, Two Years On

Bill Van Esveld | Posted 08.01.2009 | World


Bill Van Esveld

Under Israel's blockade, only 18 food items are approved for import into Gaza, where 65 percent of people live below the poverty line. Other prohibited goods include soccer balls, ink, and paper.

Gaza Child Dies, Unable To Reach Israeli Hospital

AP | DIAA HADID | Posted 06.18.2009 | World


GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — A sick child in the Gaza Strip died on Sunday after Palestinian infighting and a blockade on the territory prevented his...

Protesters in Beirut Demand Action from Arab Leaders on Gaza, Focusing on Egypt as Demonstrations Rise (VIDEO)

Ahmed Shihab-Eldin | Posted 03.22.2009 | World


Ahmed Shihab-Eldin

Millions across the Arab world are demonstrating, demanding that Arab governments do more to support Palestinians trapped in Gaza.

Human Rights Watch: Israel, Hamas Violating International Law

Human Rights Watch | Posted 01.30.2009 | World


New York, December 30, 2008 - Israel and Hamas both must respect the prohibition under the laws of war against deliberate and indiscriminate attacks o...

Palestinians Brace For Israeli Attack After Militants Ignore Warnings

The National Newspaper | Posted 01.26.2009 | World


Palestinians in the Gaza Strip were bracing for an Israeli attack that one newspaper said could come as early as tomorrow, after militants ignored war...

Israel Allows Humanitarian Aid Into Gaza

AP | IBRAHIM BARZAK | Posted 01.26.2009 | World


GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — A crude rocket fired by Palestinian militants fell short of its target in Israel on Friday, striking a house in the nort...

Gaza Truce Recedes And Violence Surges

AP | MARK LAVIE | Posted 01.21.2009 | World


JERUSALEM — Israel's top security official warned Sunday that Gaza militants can hit more Israeli cities with longer-range rockets, on a day whe...

Hamas: Israel-Gaza Truce Is Over

Huffington Post | Hanna Ingber Win | Posted 01.19.2009 | World


Update: 12/19/08 8am: The six-month truce between Israel and Hamas is now over, and the New York Times reports that the security situation is likely ...

Libyan Aid On Way To Palestinians

AP | IBRAHIM BARZAK | Posted 12.27.2008 | World


GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — A boat loaded with humanitarian aid has left Libya and will try to reach Gaza despite an Israeli naval blockade, a Pales...