Tag: United Nations

U.S.-backed Israeli strikes destroy hospitals in Khan Younis, killing patients, staff, and journalists as Gaza’s health system nears total collapse under allegations of war crimes.

That is, the court is being asked to declare the current Israeli blockade of civilian food and other aid to Gaza illegal.

Despite video evidence and global outrage, Israeli military report denies executions and offers limited disciplinary action for deadly March 23 attack

Defense minister confirms indefinite occupation of seized territory and continuation of full blockade as humanitarian agencies warn of catastrophic collapse and forced displacement.

The Israeli government has now adopted a strategy of inflicting overwhelming violence until Hamas capitulates by releasing the remaining hostages.

Some 350 staff and patients were illegally detained by Israeli forces, though most were subsequently released.

The ICC’s decision follows months of investigation into allegations of atrocities committed by both Israeli forces and Hamas, marking a pivotal moment in international justice.

Targeting the world’s seven largest publicly traded oil and gas companies—ExxonMobil, Shell, Chevron, TotalEnergies, BP, Equinor, and ENI—the tax would hold major polluters accountable for their contributions to the climate crisis.

A UN panel raises alarms on Israel’s actions in Gaza, deeming them consistent with genocide, as US arms continue to fuel the conflict. Progressive lawmakers like Sanders call for halting arms sales amidst alleged war crimes.

For our survival and for each other, we must demand climate justice that tells the truth.