Palestinians have long resisted resettlement – Trump’s plan to ‘clean out’ Gaza won’t change that
The Oslo negotiations of the 1990s rejected the notion of removing Palestinians from Gaza. In fact, keeping the refugees in ...
Palestinians say Trump’s proposal for Gaza violates international law
Palestinians, their allies and other nations reacted strongly to President Donald Trump’s proposal that the United States ...
United Nations chief warns Trump against ethnic cleansing in Gaza
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told President Donald Trump on Wednesday to avoid ethnic cleansing in Gaza ...
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A brief history of Gaza's tortured role in the Middle East conflict
Most Gaza residents are the descendants of Palestinian refugees driven to the enclave in a 1948 war. They harbor a deep fear ...
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In wake of Syria visit, Vatican's humanitarian chief pleads for an end to sanctions
For Syria's post-regime change future to be successful, the head of the Catholic Church's leading humanitarian and social service confederation has one clear message: End the sanctions now.
Opinion: After the Assad regime’s fall, will Syrian refugees return?
A study shows that only about 30% of those displaced by conflicts return home, even 10 years after the conflict ends.
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Returning Syrians filled with hope despite the challenges ahead
On a visit to Syria and its neighbours, UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi meets families heading home and says more support is vital to ensure returns are a success. More than 235,000 ...
In Aleppo’s Ruins, Vigilantes Help Syria’s New Rulers Keep the Peace
The Islamist former insurgents now in charge need to build popular support and demonstrate rule of law. And they’re finding ...
Israel is building outposts in Syria, raising local fears of occupation
The new construction, visible in satellite imagery, suggests an extended presence. Israel says its forces will stay as long ...