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Zarka: France has a serious antisemitism problem

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Bardem calls for singer P!nk to be removed as Unicef ambassador over Palestine stance

Spanish actor Javier Bardem has urged Instagram followers to sign a Change.org petition calling for US singer P!nk to be removed as a Unicef ambassador; it already has over 150,000 signatures.

USA

'Situation in Gaza is unjustifiable,' says Ed Sheeran addressing row

The English singer-songwriter opened his show sharing his opinions on Gaza, noting that while 7 October attacks were horrific, the Israeli response which killed countless women and children was “catastrophic” and “disproportionate”.

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Ed Sheeran set to resume tour after Macklemore dropping debacle

Backlash against Sheeran started after he announced that the opening act of his US-leg of the tour, Macklemore, was dropped from the lineup after the American Rapper said “Free Palestine” on-stage at one of the events. Sheeran said the tour promoter was ultimately responsible for the decision.

USA

US denies Abbas a visa to UN summit for second year running

The Palestinian Authority has condemned a US decision to deny visas to President Mahmoud Abbas and dozens of officials ahead of next week's UN General Assembly, marking the second consecutive year Washington has blocked his attendance.

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At least 12 dead and dozens missing after building collapse in Gaza City

A deadly building collapse has killed at least 12 people in Gaza City on 16 September, according to Shifa Hospital, after a multi-storey building housing displaced families came down.

Culture news

Ed Sheeran US tour in chaos after support acts quit over Macklemore

All support acts for Ed Sheeran have quit the British pop star's US tour after the rapper Macklemore was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments during a concert earlier this month.

Europe News

UK rejects Israel's 'damaging' retaliation against West Bank sanctions

The West Bank has been occupied by Israel since 1967 and has seen a surge in violence since the start of the war in Gaza, which broke out following the Hamas militant group's attacks on Israel on 7 October 2023.

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Key European leaders demand Israel halt West Bank settlement project

The E1 plan was green-lit by Israel last year and would further separate east Jerusalem, occupied and annexed by Israel and predominantly inhabited by Palestinians, from the West Bank.

Art

West Bank arts festival returns for first time since Gaza war

After a two-year hiatus enforced by Israel's war on Gaza and a broad halt to cultural life, the Ramallah Contemporary Arts Festival is back, resuming events for the first time since October 2023 with an expanded programme showcasing new art forms.

Egypt

No lasting Middle East peace without a Palestinian state, el-Sisi says

The Egyptian president renewed Cairo's call for an independent Palestinian state during the inauguration of the country's new Strategic Command Headquarters, known as the Octagon.

Gaza

Militant group Hamas announces dissolution of Gaza governing body

The move marks a significant political shift by Hamas, which has run Gaza since its fighters seized control from rival Palestinian movement Fatah in 2007.

Europe News

Body tasked with Gaza governance says Cyprus talks 'highly productive'

Participants reviewed plans for reconstruction, security and governance, while developing a framework to ensure transparency and accountability for international donors.

Gaza

Palestine Football Association denies reported match against Israel

The PFA said it had "not received any official communication or proposal from FIFA regarding such a match".

Europe News

UK court upholds terrorism ban on pro-Palestinian group

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper had defended the proscription, arguing supporters of the group were unaware of the "full nature" of the organisation.

World News

Crete: Palestinian arrested over alleged Hamas links and possible terror plot

According to the information available so far, the 37-year-old is believed to have links to individuals recently arrested in Cyprus on terrorism charges.

Europe News

EU expands sanctions on Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad

"In their capacity as decision-makers of the organisation, the members of the Politburo have knowledge of the planning, preparation and execution of violent actions by Hamas," the bloc said.