A UK pro-Palestinian coalition has called on the London Metropolitan Police Commissioner to withdraw remarks accusing protest organizers of routing marches past synagogues. The coalition strongly denied these allegations, labeling them defamatory and warning they could increase tensions between communities.
More than 1,000 members of the University of Michigan community signed a letter calling for withdrawal of an apology issued after a commencement speech praised pro-Palestinian student activism, emphasizing commitment to free speech and institutional neutrality.
An Israeli court extended the detention of two activists from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud flotilla amid reports of torture. The flotilla aimed to break Israel’s blockade and deliver aid but was intercepted in international waters. The activists remain in custody and on hunger strike.
Israel continues expanding its occupation of Gaza despite a US-backed ceasefire, rejecting a Palestinian proposal on the Strip’s future. Disputes persist over disarmament linked to political rights, raising fears of renewed war amid ongoing ceasefire violations.
An Israeli court extended the detention of two activists from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud flotilla by two days. They face charges including assisting a terrorist organization, which they deny. Reports indicate they suffered torture and mistreatment during detention.
A senior Israeli commander acknowledged different rules applied to Jewish and Palestinian stone-throwers in the West Bank, highlighting expanded use of live fire against Palestinians and resulting in dozens of Palestinian children being killed in 2025.
On World Press Day, Palestinians in Gaza commemorate over 262 journalists killed by Israeli forces since October 2023, alongside missing and injured media personnel, highlighting a systematic policy targeting journalists.
A senior coach in the Israeli Premier League was questioned on suspicion of sexual assault following a complaint by a woman. The incident occurred during a taxi ride and the investigation remains ongoing. The coach was later released under restrictive conditions.
