Since the Hamas-led attacks on Oct. 7, Israel has tightened its grip on the occupied West Bank. Two Palestinians describe how they have been impacted — and their worries for the future.
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Pope, in Christmas Message, Laments Loss of Life in Israel-Hamas War
In his annual “Urbi et Orbi” address, Francis called for the release of Israeli hostages while also urging an end to the military campaign in Gaza.
Pope, in Christmas Message, Laments Loss of Life in Israel-Hamas War
In his annual “Urbi et Orbi” address, Francis called for the release of Israeli hostages while also urging an end to the military campaign in Gaza.
‘God Is Under the Rubble in Gaza’: Bethlehem’s Subdued Christmas
The war in Gaza has prompted the city, traditionally seen as the birthplace of Jesus, to tone down its Christmas celebrations.
U.S. Officials Repatriate a Looted Relic to the Palestinian Authority
As the object, a carved spoon, was handed back at a ceremony in Bethlehem, officials said it was the first time the United States had repatriated an antiquity to the Palestinian government.
Covid Spoils Another Christmas in the Holy Land
Israel’s strict border controls have largely barred foreign tourists from entry, but the traditional Jerusalem Santa is managing to bring some local cheer.
Traveling Through a Divided Israel
Two Times journalists drive the length of Israel to discover what it means to be Israeli today. They meet a kaleidoscope of people, searching for belonging but far apart on how to find it.
Palestinians Finally Have Vaccines. But Will People Take Them?
For months, the Palestinian authorities struggled to get doses. Now they have the shots, but disinformation and conspiracy theories have led to widespread hesitancy.
Israel’s Vaccine Success Unleashes a Debate on Palestinian Inequities
Its progress in vaccinating Israeli citizens against Covid-19 has laid bare a fiery debate over its duties in ensuring the health of Palestinians in occupied territory. Most have yet to get a first dose.
Netanyahu Announces New Homes in East Jerusalem, Days Before Election
The announcement by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of 6,200 homes in a contested area was seen as an effort to solidify right-wing support.