Category: Al Jazeera
Gene-editing therapy: US approves treatment for sickle cell disease
New gene-editing technology approved in the U-S is giving hope to millions of people worldwide suffering from sickle cell disease. The treatment for the blood [more…]
Palestinians living in Ireland: Country’s past see strong support for Palestinians
Palestinians stranded in Gaza with foreign passports have been returning home in recent weeks. They include several dozen in Ireland – a country that’s long-welcomed [more…]
Palestinian diaspora in Chile: Rallies and fundraisers held in support of Gaza
Chile is home to the largest Palestinian diaspora outside the Middle East. And since October the 7th, members have been holding demonstrations and fundraisers im [more…]
Gaza war unleashes anti-Palestinian, anti-Muslim sentiment in the US | The Bottom Line
For expressing their opinions on the Israel-Palestine, many Muslim Americans and Arab Americans have paid a hefty price, including the loss of jobs and suspension [more…]
US vetoes Un Security Council draft motion on ceasefire in Gaza | Inside Story
The US has again vetoed a UN Security Council draft proposal for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Washington’s move has been condemned around the globe. [more…]
Many fear the war in Gaza could stretch well into the New Year
Israeli media are reporting that the army is estimating it needs another eight weeks to complete the current stage of its operation. That could anger [more…]
Yazan Fasfous: 13-year-ld Gaza volunteer’s inspiring story
Yazan Fasfous is a 13-year-old Palestinian boy who’s been helping his mother with her job at one of Gaza’s overwhelmed hospitals. Yazan reports his story [more…]
Bangladesh protest: Families of missing people demand their return
In Bangladesh, the families of alleged victims of forced disappearances and opposition MPs formed a human chain to demand their return. This is part of [more…]
Yemen’s Houthis target Israeli ships: Group closely monitor Red Sea maritime traffic
Houthi rebels in Yemen have carried out a series of raids on commercial ships in the region. The Iran-backed group says the attacks are in [more…]
US vetoes draft resolution of the UN Security Council calling for an immediate truce in Gaza Strip
The US has been widely condemned after it vetoed a draft resolution at the UN calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. Thirteen members [more…]