2025-06-19: Palestine Roundup

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Palestine Legal. (2025-06-19). Mahmoud Khalil Still Detained Despite Court Ruling It Unconstitutional. popularresistance.org Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, who has been detained in a remote ICE facility in Jena, Louisiana, since March, was hoping to be released last Friday after U.S. District Judge Michael Farbiarz ruled there was no legitimate basis for his continued detention. | The judge ruled that Mahmoud Khalil's months-long detention by the Trump administration on the grounds that Khalil's campus activism in support of Palestinian rights posed a danger to "U.S. foreign policy" had chilled Khalil's ability to express himself and was presumptively unconstitutional. | But in a letter to the judge Friday, the government justifi…

Soul of My Soul Exhibit (2025-06-19). Saturday 6/28: Mental Resilience Under Occupation: Action Steps for Palestine. indybay.org Arab Cultural and Community Center, 2 Plaza St, San Francisco, CA 94116…

Palestine Justice Coalition (2025-06-19). Saturday 6/21: Free Palestine/No War with Iran. indybay.org Ocean at Water Street, Santa Cruz…

Priti Gulati Cox (2025-06-19). I Ain't Answering All That. Free Palestine! counterpunch.org Two things in America create "bipartisanship": support for Israel's apartheid regime and support for endless US war and intervention around the world. — Ali Abunimah, October 16, 2019. I live in the heart of the heart of the imperial core: Kansas. In September 2019, I was sitting at my Sidewalk Museum of Congress (SMoC) studio


India's World, Orinoco Tribune. (2025-06-19). The Hague Group's Bogota Meeting: What's At Stake? popularresistance.org A group of eight (formerly nine) nations known as The Hague Group recently announced an emergency ministerial meeting on Palestine, to be held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bogota on 15-16 July 2025. The meeting will focus on the question of international law and accountability in the context of the ongoing crisis in Gaza. | In a joint statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Colombia and the Department of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of South Africa, co-chairs of the group, stated that the meeting will outline a plan for concrete actions to enforce internat…

newarab (2025-06-19). When Israel bombed Tunisia, a new pro-Palestine generation arose. newarab.com On Tunisia's eastern coast, the Mediterranean Sea glistens under a relentless sun. Locals, slathered in sunscreen, nibble harissa-filled sandwiches on the steps of what once served as the Palestine Liberation Organisation's (PLO) headquarters – before Israel "They called for emergency aid after the strike. At first, everyone thought it was Libya's Muammar Gaddafi," recalled Jamel Bahrini, a nurse among the first responders to arrive that morning of Tuesday, 1 October 1985. | In 1984 and 1985, relations between Libya and Tunisia…

Huda Skaik (2025-06-19). Children Are Starving in Gaza, as Soldiers Kill People Looking for Food. theintercept.com

WSWS (2025-06-19). Netherlands: 150,000 join anti-war protests against Gaza genocide and the war against Iran. wsws.org The mass "Red Line" demonstration at The Hague on Sunday was the second of its kind within a month, marking a growing wave of popular opposition to the genocide in Gaza.


Jamal Kanj (2025-06-19). Netanyahu's New Holocaust: From Livestream Genocide in Gaza to the War on Iran. counterpunch.org The Orwellian G7 statement described Israel's military attacks on Iran as "self‚Äëdefense. By twisting language to fit political ends, the communiqué normalizes aggression and offers diplomatic cover for Israel's serial violations of international law. Rather than condemning Israeli dangerous escalation, the G7 resorts to vague calls for "de-escalation," effectively endorsing impunity under the guise of

Sushovan Dhar (2025-06-19). Arab Elites Welcome Trump As Massacres In Gaza Continue. cadtm.org

aljazeera (2025-06-19). Video: Wounded girl in Gaza bids farewell to her dead father and siblings. aljazeera.com

ICRC (2025-06-19). ICRC President: "Humanity is failing in Gaza" icrc.org ICRC President speaks to the BBC about the devastating humanitarian situation in Gaza…

_____ (2025-06-19). CPJ: European Union must act now on Gaza. CPJ Staff

Jonathan Lis (2025-06-19). Israel sees Iran war as leverage in Gaza talks, but Hamas holds its line. haaretz.com A Palestinian source said that Hamas is aware of the pressure to advance in negotiations due to Israel's success in the campaign against Iran, but they will agree to a deal only if it leads to an end of the war…

Mats Svensson (2025-06-19). Time for the Three "Wise" Ones to Reveal Their Sources on Gaza. counterpunch.org Sweden has suspended its support to the UN relief agency UNRWA—against the recommendations of both the UN Secretary-General and the world's largest humanitarian organizations. What do our decision-makers know that the rest of the world does not? It is time for the three "wise" ones—Foreign Minister, Maria Malmer Stenergard, Minister for International Development Cooperation and

newarab (2025-06-19). Israel Gaza aid scheme 'outrageous', says UN official. newarab.com The use of the Israel-backed Navi Pillay, who chairs the UN's Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Israel and the Palestinian territories, joined a growing chorus of criticism of the GHF's operations, and cited its US links. | "In every war, the siege and starvation surely leads to death," the former UN rights chief told journalists. | "But this initiative of wha…

Maureen Clare Murphy (2025-06-19). Palestinians forced to choose between being killed or starved, UN says. electronicintifada.net Southern Gaza's largest hospital on verge of collapse.

Editor (2025-06-19). Gaza Humanitarian Foundation: Direct Accomplice in Israel's Killing and Starvation Machine, Must Be Held Accountable. scheerpost.com Gaza humanitarian aid, June 22, 2024. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Malcolm Cohens-Ashley) | By Palestinian Territory — The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation is directly responsible for the escalating Israeli crimes against starved Palestinian civilians near aid distribution points in central and southern Gaza | The foundation's operational model involves luring civilians to specific locations coordinated with the Israeli army, where they are subjected to killing,…

newarab (2025-06-19). Gaza rescuers say 33 killed by Israel fire. newarab.com Civil defence spokesman Mahmoud Bassal told AFP that 11 people were killed and more than 100 wounded "after the occupation forces opened fire and launched several shells… at thousands of citizens" who had gathered to queue for food in central Gaza. | The Israeli military to…

newarab (2025-06-19). lsrael-Iran war fears spark fuel shortages in West Bank. newarab.com Fears over the "Fearing potential supply disruptions or further escalation, citizens across the West Bank have begun stockpiling fuel, putting additional pressure on an already strained market," said Mohammad Abu al-Rob, director of the PA's communications centre. | After decad…

Revolution Books (2025-06-19). Thursday 6/19: Emergency Discussion: Trump and Netanyahu: Nazi Madmen on a Mission of Destruction. indybay.org Revolution Books, 2444 Durant Ave. Berkeley CA 94704…

Editor (2025-06-19). Will Netanyahu Use False Flag or Nukes? (w/ Ray McGovern). scheerpost.com By Ray McGovern and Robert Scheer / Original to ScheerPost Photo in thumbnail: Nuclear explosion (Wikimedia Commons) | Source On the latest episode of the Bob and Ray show, Ray McGovern, a former CIA analyst with over 27 years of experience and a seasoned observer of Russian and Soviet history, and veteran journalist Robert Scheer, …

hindustantimes (2025-06-19). On cam: Netanyahu reveals losses after Khamenei defies Trump's surrender threat. hindustantimes.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has acknowledged that Israel is suffering significant and painful losses as the conflict with Iran intensifies. In a national address on June 18, Netanyahu stated, "we are suffering many losses, painful losses," highlighting the toll on Israeli civilians and military personnel amid ongoing missile barrages and escalating hostilities. Watch for more…

Geoffrey Aronson (2025-06-19). If Israel goes it alone is it risking another 'Suez'? responsiblestatecraft.org Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants to accelerate his war against Iran with direct, offensive assistance from Washington — at a moment when there is

Steven Ganot (2025-06-19). Iran Strikes Israel's Soroka Hospital, Diamond Exchange; Netanyahu Vows Revenge. themedialine.org

Linda Dayan (2025-06-19). Most Israeli Jews back the Iran war. Among Arab citizens, the numbers are vastly different. haaretz.com Even among Jews who consider themselves left-wing, a majority — 57 percent — supports the attack on Iran. But the majority of Israeli Arabs surveyed saw Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's motives in a whole different light…

The Media Line Staff (2025-06-19). Israel Hits Arak Reactor, Natanz Facility in Coordinated Aerial Assault. themedialine.org

albawaba (2025-06-19). Egyptian restaurant angers Israelis with 'Rocket Koshary' dish. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A photo posted by the famous Egyptian restaurant "Abu Tarek Koshary" on Facebook has rapidly become virally shared. The photo depicts a rocket-shaped plate of koshary, designed using an artificial intelligence (AI) program, and published under the title "Coming Soon to Markets." It caused a huge buzz among social media users.The 'Rocket Koshary' dish has not only become a trend among Arabs online, but many Israelis reacted with anger over the dish.Roi Kais, an Israeli journalist specializing in Arab affairs and an analyst for the Hebrew Channel 11 TV, commented on his official X account earlier, "It se…

hindustantimes (2025-06-19). After threatening Khamenei, Trump mistakenly admits he has no Iran plan ready. hindustantimes.com During a press conference on June 18, U.S. President Donald Trump sparked confusion and concern after appearing to admit that his administration does not have a clear plan for Iran amid the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. Despite weeks of tough rhetoric and direct threats to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Trump has repeatedly declined to clarify whether the U.S. will join Israeli military operations or what specific steps Washington is prepared to take. Watch for details.

Dr.Abdullah Yusuf (2025-06-19). The Collapse of Restraint: Iran, Israel, and the Fragility of Global Order. moderndiplomacy.eu The latest Israeli airstrikes on Iran, including reported strikes on the Natanz nuclear facility and the assassination of senior IRGC commanders, have pushed the region toward another dangerous escalation. In response, President Donald Trump, newly returned to office, issued a blunt warning: "Make a deal before there's nothing left." That framing, deal or destruction, reflects …

Staff (2025-06-19). Israel warns it will bomb more nuclear installations releasing more radiation. defenddemocracy.press By Caitlin Doornbos and Shane Galvin Jun 18, 2025 Dozens of Iranian missiles strike major Israeli hospital and residential buildings, injuring at least 40 Iran blasted dozens of missiles at Israel Thursday morning, striking a key hospital and other civilian centers in an attack that injured at least 40 people and caused severe damage. The Soroka …

aljazeera (2025-06-19). Can the Israeli and Iranian economies survive a war? aljazeera.com Costs of war and damage done since Friday will be expensive for both Israel and Iran.

Staff (2025-06-19). Trump: Iran say if U.S. will join attack. haaretz.com No casualties in Iran missile barrages on Wednesday, as Israeli military continued sixth day of extensive strikes on the Islamic Republic…

geo.tv (2025-06-19). Putin refuses to discuss Israeli-US plot to kill Iran's supreme leader. geo.tv Russia's President Vladimir Putin attends a meeting with CEO of Rostec state corporation Sergei Chemezov in Moscow, Russia, June 17, 2025. — Reuters ST PETERSBURG: President Vladimir Putin has refused to talk about claims that Israel and the United States may try to kill…

aljazeera (2025-06-19). IAEA chief: No evidence Iran is building a nuclear weapon. aljazeera.com IAEA says no proof of Iranian nuclear weapons plan, despite Israeli attacks and accusations of IAEA bias from Tehran.

Mnar Adley, MintPress News. (2025-06-19). Mohammad Marandi: This War Was Supposed To Break Iran. popularresistance.org The Israeli attack on Iran continues. Since Friday, IDF jets and missiles have hit sites across the country, carrying out targeted assassinations of key leaders and hitting buildings and other civilian infrastructure. Iran has retaliated in kind, firing missiles into Israel. | The Trump administration, which knew about the secret Israeli attack from the beginning, appears to be on the brink of fully entering the war on Israel's side. Thus, the question arises: Are we on the verge of a major new war? And what does all this mean for the rest of the world? | Joining MintCast to discuss this is Seyed Mohammad Marandi…

tn.ai (2025-06-19). Operation True Promise III: Iran Attacks Israel Using Sejjil Missiles for First Time. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps launched fresh missile strikes against Israeli targets, using heavy, long-range, two-stage Sejjil missiles for the first time.

aljazeera (2025-06-19). Israel attacks Iran's Arak nuclear reactor as Iran strikes Israeli hospital. aljazeera.com Iranian media report air defences were activated in the area of the Khondab nuclear facility, formerly called Arak.

newarab (2025-06-19). Use of US bunker-buster bomb looms over Iran conflict. newarab.com A powerful American bunker-busting bomb is the only weapon capable of destroying Iran's deeply buried nuclear facilities, making it President Donald Trump's weapon of choice if he chooses to militarily back Israel. | The GBU-57, a 30,000-pound (13,607 kg) warhead capable of penetrating 200 feet (61 meters) underground before exploding, is missing from Israel's arsenal despite its stated goal of preventing Iran from building a nuclear bomb. | Why this bomb? | In less than a week, the Israeli army has taken out Iranian military commanders and damaged numerous surface installations, raising more questi…

WSWS (2025-06-19). German Chancellor Merz: "Israel is doing the dirty work for all of us" wsws.org On the sidelines of the G7 summit in Canada, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz endorsed Israel's attack on Iran in an interview with public broadcaster ZDF. He said, "I can only say that I have the utmost respect for the Israeli army and the Israeli leadership for having had the courage to do this."

Yorgos Mitralias (2025-06-19). Too late for Israel and the Israelis to free themselves from their genocidal demons! cadtm.org

Yaniv Kubovich (2025-06-19). Israeli Air Force struck inactive nuclear reactor in western Iranian city of Arak, IDF says. haaretz.com Iran's state television reported there was no radioactive leak and that the facility had been evacuated in advance of the strike, while the Israeli army said the strike was conducted to prevent the site from being reactivated for nuclear weapons manufacturing…

WSWS (2025-06-19). Wife of accused Colorado firebomber issues statement as US judge extends temporary order against deportation of family. wsws.org The Trump administration is seeking to deport Hayam El Gamal and her children in "kin punishment" for the alleged crimes of her husband, accused of firebombing protesters demanding the release of Israeli hostages.

Staff (2025-06-19). Redacted: "Israel's IRON DOME is nearly FINISHED!" Dr. Gilbert Doctorow says Israel has 1 week left. gilbertdoctorow.com It was a pleasure, after a break of several months, to rejoin Natali Morris and her husband on their interview program Redacted for a discussion of the Israeli-Iran war: its likely duration, global significance and the position on this conflict taken by other world powers including the USA, Russia, China and Pakistan. Redacted is an …

Editor (2025-06-19). Ted Cruz Suggests US Is Involved in Israeli Strikes on Iran, Despite US Denials. scheerpost.com Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas. NASA Headquarters / NASA/Bill Ingalls, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | By Sharon Zhang / Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) was caught stumbling to answer basic questions about Iran and the U.S.'s role in Israel's war in an eye-opening interview airing Wednesday, despite his full-throated support for overthrowing the Iranian government and deeper U.S. involvement in the fighting. | In

aljazeera (2025-06-19). Iran launches missile attacks as Israel strikes nuclear sites. aljazeera.com Iranian missiles damage Israeli hospital while Israel strikes Iran's nuclear sites amid escalating conflict.

SKWAWKBOX (2025-06-18). Analysis of Israel's figures shows it murdered 377,000 Palestinians during genocide so far half of them kids. skwawkbox.org Israel's attempts to dismiss death toll as 'falsely reported by Hamas' exposed as a lie to hide horrific reality A new report by Harvard University has confirmed what opponents of Israel's genocide in Gaza have always known: that the number of people murdered by Israel in Gaza far exceeds the official death toll and that …

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