Qatar’s Political Influence on Hamas

With its headquarters in Qatar, Hamas will have to accept the spirit and direction of its new patron, Emir Hamed Bin Khalifa Al Thani, writes Shlomi Eldar. 

Qatar

Fayyad Resignation: No Effect On Palestinian Reconciliation

The resignation of Palestinian Prime Minister Salam Fayyad is unlikely to contribute to Hamas-Fatah reconciliation and the formation of a national unity government, writes Hazem Balousha.

Palestine

Palestinian Student Elections Show Support for Hamas

Student elections at Palestinian universities showed wide support for Islamist movements, writes Adnan Abu Amer.

Palestine

Is Fayyad’s Resignation A Wake-up Call for Israel?

The resignation of Palestinian Prime Minister Salam Fayyad plays into the hands of Hamas, jeopardizing the Palestinian Authority and the two-state solution, warns Akiva Eldar.

Palestine

Gaza Zoo Still Attracts Children

Despite repeated closures, financial difficulties and the loss of expensive animals during times of war, Gaza’s zoo continues to function, writes Asmaa al-Ghoul.

Palestine

When Netanyahu Met Kerry,One Year From Now

Ben Caspit argues that one year from now, on Israel's next Independence Day, the political stagnation and lack of negotiations in the Middle East will still persist.

Palestine

Unique Memorial Ceremony Unites Israelis, Palestinians

Akiva Eldar took part in an alternative Memorial Day ceremony where Israeli and Palestinian bereaved families shared their pain and their hopes for a better future.

Palestine

Palestinian Choreographer Finds Expression in Modern Dance

Raja Shehadeh reviews "Ordinary Madness," a modern-dance performance directed by Farah Saleh and scheduled to play at the Ramallah Contemporary Dance Festival on April 23.

Palestine

Israeli Women Visit Palestinian Hunger Striker

Israeli women take turns visiting Palestinian hunger striker Samer Issawi at Kaplan Hospital, writes Shlomi Eldar. 

Palestine

Gaza-Sinai Tensions Limit Egypt-Hamas Cooperation

Tension between the Gaza Strip and the Sinai has prevented their respective governments from partaking in economic partnerships that could benefit both countries, writes Omar Shaban.

Palestine

Israeli Occupation Brings Down Fayyad

Daoud Kuttab reviews the outgoing Palestinian prime minister, highlighting that despite his best intentions, Salam Fayyad failed to produce a change without an end to the occupation.

Palestine

Liberated Prisoners Recall Experience in Gaza Central Prison

Ahead of Palestinian Prisoners’ Day on April 17, former prisoners visit the site of a well known prison in Gaza where they were detained and recount their experiences to Khaled Kraizim.

Palestine