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Prisoners 3 May 2026

Far-right Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir celebrates 50th birthday with noose-decorated cakes referencing death penalty law targeting Palestinians

Far-right Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir marked his 50th birthday with cakes bearing noose symbols, referring to the death penalty law targeting Palestinians exclusively. Police and prison officials, along with ultranationalist activists, attended. The law, passed by the Knesset, applies only to Palestinians and has drawn concern from several countries and human rights groups.

Gaza 3 May 2026

New Maps Reveal Israeli Expansion of Control Areas in Gaza

New Israeli military maps show expanded territories controlled beyond the ‘Yellow Line’ in Gaza, with an additional restricted zone marked by an orange line. This places about 64% of Gaza under Israeli control, raising concerns about threats to Palestinians and restrictions on aid movements.

Politics 3 May 2026

Spain and Brazil call on Israel to release two detained nationals after Gaza-bound flotilla interception

Spain and Brazil have demanded Israel release their nationals detained following the interception of a Gaza-bound flotilla, with the two still held while other activists were released. Both governments condemned the illegal detention outside Israeli jurisdiction and called for immediate consular access.

West Bank 3 May 2026

Youssef Daher Warns of Unprecedented Rise in Israeli Attacks on Christians and Non-Jews in Occupied Jerusalem

Youssef Daher, Coordinator of the World Council of Churches Liaison Office in occupied Jerusalem, warns of a sharp increase in Israeli attacks targeting Christians and non-Jews, describing them as part of a systematic exclusionary policy. He calls for effective measures to stop ongoing abuses.

West Bank 3 May 2026

The New School Administration Moves to Overturn Student Government Decision on Campus Hillel Chapter

The New School administration announced continued funding for the Hillel chapter despite a University Student Senate vote against it. The administration noted the senate’s limited authority and criticized targeting students for government acts, while the senate alleges Hillel programs violate international law.

West Bank 2 May 2026

Actress Hannah Einbinder Wears Palestinian Football Jersey in HBO’s ‘Hacks’

In HBO’s series ‘Hacks,’ actress Hannah Einbinder appeared wearing a Palestinian Lajee Celtic Club jersey from the Aida Refugee Camp near Bethlehem, drawing widespread attention and public support for Palestinian causes on social media.

Prisoners 2 May 2026

New Testimonies Reveal Torture and Medical Neglect of International Activists Kidnapped by Israeli Forces

New testimony reports torture, beatings, and medical neglect of two international activists kidnapped by Israeli forces near Crete, currently detained in Shikma Prison without charges and on hunger strikes, amid diplomatic demands for their release.

Politics 2 May 2026

New School Student Government Bars Funding for Hillel Chapter in Historic Move

The New School student government passed a resolution placing its Hillel chapter in bad standing, blocking funding and support due to violations of international law. The decision follows a report accusing Hillel of involvement in programs supporting the Israeli military during the Gaza conflict.