Palestinian Authority Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian said the Gaza Strip was part of the “State of Palestine” in a speech at the United Nations Security Council on Monday. “We reaffirm in this context that the Gaza Strip is an integral part of the occupied Palestinian territory and that the State of Palestine holds the legal and political jurisdiction over the Strip and all occupied Palestinian territories since 1967,

Honestly, my feelings are indescribable,” Boshara Amro, 21, told NBC News after her sister Jeneen was released.

Ireland's stance on Palestine and Israel, including BDS movement, debated by politicians and activists, sparking global solidarity.

The first three Israeli hostages were released after the ceasefire officially began. Hours later, Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners and detainees.

Mediators say Israel and Hamas have agreed to a pause in fighting in Gaza and to begin releasing the hostages held there.

The ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan says Israel has made "no real effort" to investigate war crimes allegations against Benjamin Netanyahu.

"A Hamas state will not only not solve the conflict, but will deteriorate security, peace and stability of the region," stated Gideon Sa'ar.

Members of the Socialist Workers Party, including leaders in the Bay Area, buck the leftist trend with their vocal support of Israel.

Football legends Michael Vick and Michael Strahan are set to enter the College Football Hall of Fame. President Joe Biden confirmed a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, including hostage exchanges.

Haaken and Ruth will host a special open-caption screening of The Palestine Exception on Sunday, Jan. 26, at Cinema 21. One of Exception ’s biggest takeaways is the knowledge that despite statements to the contrary,

President Joe Biden confirmed Wednesday that a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas in Gaza has been reached. The deal to pause the 15-month war includes the release of hostages held by Hamas. Hundreds of Palestinian prisoners held in Israel would be released in exchange.

The ongoing suffering in Palestine demands immediate action, as a just and lasting peace is essential for the integrity of international law.