Amid a debate about Israel’s duty to supply vaccines to Palestinians living under occupation, Palestinian leaders are facing criticism for siphoning off some of the few vaccines already delivered to the occupied West Bank.
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Palestinians Go Into New Lockdown While Awaiting Vaccines
Covid cases are surging again in the West Bank amid a dispute over Israel’s obligations toward the Palestinians in the occupied territories.
Israel Gives Vaccine to Far-Off Allies, as Palestinians Wait
The donations will go to nations like the Czech Republic and Honduras that pledged to move diplomats to Jerusalem. Critics say Israel has an obligation to inoculate Palestinians under its occupation.
ICC Rules it Has Jurisdiction to Examine Possible Israel War Crimes
The International Criminal Court on Friday said it has the authority to investigate alleged crimes in the occupied territories, in a ruling condemned by Israel and praised by Palestinians.
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.
Abbas Announces Palestinian Elections After Years of Paralysis
The decree by President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority was viewed by analysts as a bid to lift his standing with the Biden administration. Skeptics expressed doubt the vote would happen.
After Quick Vaccine Success, Israel Faces New Virus Woes
Israel imposed a tighter lockdown as coronavirus infections soared, the variant spread, vaccines were running out and a debate erupted over the country’s responsibility to the Palestinians.
Biden’s Win Means a Demotion for Netanyahu and Less Focus on Israel
Benjamin Netanyahu has made his closeness to President Trump, who gave him much of what he wanted, central to his political appeal. Things will be different in a Biden administration.
Gaza Court Convicts Peace Activists for Video Call With Israelis
The court ruled that the defendants would not spend more time in jail. Their video call crossed the hard line Hamas takes on many interactions between Palestinians and Israelis.
Gaza Peace Activists Face Prison for Holding Video Call With Israelis
The Palestinian activists were charged after organizing a virtual discussion as a part of a bridge-building initiative focused on peace and empowering young people.