The Senate Bill on Arab Canadian Heritage offers an opportunity not just for reflection but forthright action by the Government of Canada to recognize the state of Palestine.
It’s time for Canada to recognize the state of Palestine
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A post-Gaza-war way forward: Part Two
Today we consider why the US view of Israel’s “right to security” must be reconciled with the landmark ICJ ruling that Israel must end its illegal occupation of Palestine territory as rapidly as possible.
A post-Gaza-war way forward, Part One and more
We examine how a UN Transitional Authority – UNTAET – played a critical role in the creation of the independent state of Timor Leste and we call for further clarity on welcome new restrictions by Canada on arms to Israel.
Civil society coalition calls on Canada to stop all arms transfers to Israel
Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris needs America’s allies to demonstrate strict adherence to international law in the Gaza conflict. That will make it easier for her to do the same. And our new day for blog posts going forward will be Wednesday, not Friday.
There is a way forward for Israel and Palestine, but first the war must end
We outline our plan for a viable, secure path to full Palestinian statehood. But first our government must call on Israel to support a permanent ceasefire now.
Gaza ceasefire negotiations, Israeli airstrikes and ICC arrest warrants
Today we examine the terrible impact of Israel’s illegal doctrine of disproportionate force, assess renewed ceasefire negotiations and ponder the implications of possible ICC arrest warrants against senior Israeli political and military figures.