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In a self-congratulatory document published to mark the two-year anniversary of its October 7 attack, Hamas doesn't explain how the armed struggle that it says is necessary has never stopped colonialist Israel

What is in fact demanded of a Palestinian citizen of Israel – someone who identifies with her people and vocally objects to the injustices Israel perpetrates against them – in order not to be seen as a threat.

Since the ceasefire, Israel has constructed at least 13 new military outposts inside Gaza, consolidated existing military infrastructure, built roads, and destroyed more Palestinian property.

Not-so-silent nights

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“There is no such thing as a pardon request without an admission of guilt and without resignation,” said one journalist. “This is a demand for the surrender of the rule of law in Israel.”

There is a commonplace saying that history is written by the victors. Still, it may be useful to reflect on the situation as it currently exists and pose the question: if this were the end, which side won?

Standing Together co-director Rula Daood made history by throwing her hat in to lead Israel's Higher Arab Monitoring Committee, representing Israel's Arab citizens. The committee's old guard prevented her - a woman and activist - from running.