Palestinian rights and a Trump administration: Reflections on surviving the next four years
What chance does the Palestinian quest for rights and an independent state have under a Trump administration?
Expert Q&A: On Trump’s Pledge to Move the US Embassy to Jerusalem
During the presidential campaign, President-elect Trump said he would move the United States embassy to Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem if he won. Al-Shabaka analyst Mouin Rabbani explains why such a move would be problematic in terms of international law and prospects for a negotiated peace between Israelis and Palestinians.
How US security aid to PA sustains Israel’s occupation
US ‘security’ aid to the Palestinian Authority is keeping Palestinians occupied.
Obama may seek legacy for Palestinians: Here’s what he should do
If President Obama acts bravely and with principle, he can ensure that his legacy on this issue is that of a transformative, instead of apprehensive, leader.
How can the world ever make up for how much we have failed Bana Alabed?
While east Aleppo falls to devastation at the hands of pro-regime troops, debating over exact population figures and a young girl’s tweets is morally indefensible
What peace? State disorders and non-state orders
For many, peace is just a long and complex process that will deliver very little if at all, and will mainly benefit the political and business elite.
Why resistance is the shortest way to global justice
In a context of growing injustice, reclaiming the importance and the meaning of the word resistance is more urgent than ever.
Palestinians should prepare for impending onslaught
Leaders should not be ‘welcoming’ the new US presidency but should instead be preparing for hard policies.
Trump’s first steps on Israel/Palestine
For starters: Make the $38 billion military aid package dependent on Israeli actions to dismantle the occupation, and recognize the State of Palestine already.
