occupied palestinian territories

Children of migrant workers protest against deportations in Tel Aviv (Activestills).

South Tel Aviv stories: Some children lead paperless lives

Angie Robles, a 52-year-old migrant worker from the Philippines, recently caught her 15-year-old grandson M. smoking. While it seems like a normal act of teenage rebellion—and a small one at that—Robles says it was a sign that her grandson has lost all hope. When Robles confronted M. about his smoking, she explained to him that…

By Mya Guarnieri Jaradat August 19, 2012

Romney visit: Hitting the ‘Palestinian punching bag’ again

Over the years, Israeli politicians have used various disparaging remarks to describe Palestinians. During this U.S. election, it looks like American politicians have adopted the same tactic, as recently shown during Mitt Romney’s visit to Israel. By Amer Zahr Look, as a Palestinian, I’m used to hearing racist epithets thrown my way. I’ve heard Abba…

By +972 Magazine August 2, 2012

Jerusalem protest for social justice, June 30 2011 (Tess Scheflan/ Activestills.org)

Can J14 turn the tables for the progressive cause within Israel?

The revolutionary social struggle taking place in Israel today is nearing a critical juncture: either it crumbles under the boot of “security needs” and racial segregation, or breaks free from all previous dogmas and reboots our political system. Perhaps it is due time to say these words out loud: friends, partners, comrades – we on…

By Haggai Matar August 15, 2011

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Demo against the barrier, Bil'in, 30 November 2007 (photo: Oren Ziv/activestills.org)

Deconstructing Netanyahu’s speech: No reason for applause

None of the promises of democracy Prime Minister Netanyahu mentioned is fulfilled in the occupied territories By Hagai El-Ad “This path [to liberty] is not paved by elections alone. It is paved when governments permit protests in town squares, when limits are placed on the powers of rulers, when judges are beholden to laws and…

By +972 Magazine May 25, 2011

Palestinian in Hebron, with Israeli flag in the background (photo: Avidgor Charlemagne)

Caliphate this: taking ‘My brother’s kippa’ to a new level

By Avigdor Charlemagne (aka Aaron Dover)* After decades of oppression, injustice and the numerous false dawns of the “peace process”, it may be time for Palestinians to consider the wisdom of that old adage “If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em” I hardly need tell +972 Magazine readers that to a greater or lesser extent,…

By +972 Magazine January 4, 2011