Author: Issam Ahmed
As the conflict in Gaza captures global attention, Israel is quietly advancing its political and territorial gains in the occupied West Bank. In response to a recent Hamas-led attack, Israel has approved the largest land grab in the West Bank in three decades, totaling 1,270 hectares in the Jordan Valley, threatening the viability of a future Palestinian state. Despite criticism from the UN and the International Court of Justice, Israel continues to expand its settlements and has launched a military incursion in the northern West Bank. The ongoing conflict in Gaza provides the perfect cover for Israel to advance its…
Ein Samia: The Last Stand of Palestinian Families For the past 50 years, Khaled and Nasser Ghneimat have called ‘Ein Samia in the occupied West Bank their home. Despite facing constant harassment and threats from Israeli settlers, they refused to leave. However, in mid-May, the two brothers, along with 36 other families, were forcibly evicted, marking the end of Palestinian presence in the village. Returning home one day, the Ghneimat brothers found their residences taken over by settlers, with all their belongings gone. The harassment escalated with attacks on their livestock and property. Despite filing complaints, the authorities did nothing…
In Hebron, around 200 people were forced to leave their homes due to increased restrictions and operations by Israeli soldiers. In the heart of an urban Palestinian population, around 650 illegal Israeli settlers dictate the fate of roughly 40,000 residents, creating a nightmare for Palestinians since October 7. According to human rights defender Issa Amro, Israel’s abuse is evident in every detail of citizens’ lives in the West Bank. Amro highlights the impact of checkpoints and barriers in Hebron, which severely restrict movement and access to basic needs. The situation has led to job shortages and hunger, trapping the population…
In Hebron, hundreds of Palestinians have been forced to leave their homes due to increased Israeli restrictions and search operations since October. Issam Ahmed reports that in the H2 area, controlled by Israeli settlers, Palestinians face a nightmare with checkpoints and barriers limiting their movement. The closures have caused unemployment, hunger, and destitution among the population. Amnesty International’s report on facial recognition technology used by Israel reveals further surveillance and control over Palestinians. Human rights defender Issa Amro highlights the impact of curfews and restrictions, leaving families impoverished and isolated. Imad Abu Shamseya and Alaa Jaber share their experiences of…
Israel’s latest raid on Jenin has left a trail of devastation and sorrow, with innocent civilians being killed in the crossfire. Among those killed were a dedicated teacher, Allam Jarradat, who was on his way to school when he was targeted and killed by Israeli forces. The attack, which was labeled a “counterterrorism operation,” resulted in the deaths of at least eight Palestinians and the injury of 20 others. Jenin, a frequent target of Israeli assaults, continues to suffer under the constant threat of violence and fear. Just recently, a 15-year-old boy, Mahmoud Hamadna, was killed while riding his bicycle,…