Palestine
UNESCO grants Palestine membership: Bethlehem, Dead Sea could gain world heritage status
November 1, 2011Palestine became UNESCO's 195th member on Monday.
Read moreIsrael to release 1,000 Palestinians in swap for Hamas-held soldier, Gilad Shalit
October 12, 2011Israel approved a prisoner swap with Gaza's governing Hamas movement early this morning, prompting celebratory street parties in both Israel and Palestine.
Read moreInternational law is being eroded at the UN
October 3, 2011Despite its mistakes and shortcomings the UN is a place where all member states have the chance to express their opinions - but this is not always the case.
Read morePalestinian labor leader links struggle for statehood, worker rights
October 3, 2011An interview with Shaher Sa'ed, General Secretary of the Palestinian General Federation of Trade Unions, by Martine Hassoun.
Read morePalestinian UN bid under review, Israel OKs more settlements
September 28, 2011The Obama administration has said it will veto the Palestinian membership application, arguing that negotiations are the only solution.
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