By MG StaffOn January 28th, 2020, President Trump presented a Middle East “peace plan”. I’ll pause for eye rolls. In essence, the “peace” plan proposed an independent Palestinian state (don’t get too excited just yet) and the recognition of Israeli sovereignty over West Bank settlements. This (hoax of a) peace plan is the work of President Trump’s…
By Jessica DaqamssehThis past week, popular gameshow “Jeopardy!” sparked outrage. The catalyst in question came about when contestant Katie Needle’s correct response that the Church of the Nativity is located in Palestine was deemed incorrect by host Alex Trebek. Another contestant, Jack McGuire, was awarded $200 for his response of Israel. Social media was quick to call…
By #GazaUnderAttack Over the past few days, Israeli forces launched attacks and air raids against stone-throwing Palestinians marking the 15th anniversary of Yasser Arafat’s death. In a series of disproportionate and bloody attacks that claimed the lives of at least 34 people, Israeli forces indiscriminately targeted homes and schools under the guise of smoking out Hamas…
By “Chazak! Chazak! Venischazeik!” (Be strong! Be strong! And may we be strengthened!) – The customary conclusion of the congregation at the conclusion of the five Books of Moses The recent decision by Netanyahu to ban Congresswomen Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar from visiting Israel angered me, but it did not really surprise me. Over the…
By MG StaffOn Thursday, August 15, Representatives of the House Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib were barred entry to Israel, following months of negotiations, which had initially culminated in a positive response to their visit. The decision was made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, following another one of President Donald Trump’s infamous tweets where he stated, “It…
By Fresh off of Women’s History Month and Muslim Women’s Day, stumbling across an article titled, “In Women’s Month, Suffering Of Palestinian Female Prisoners Increases,” stopped me cold in my tracks. As I am half Palestinian, this particular problem that continues to arise is very upsetting to me. I chose to discuss this article not to bash…
By sanaharharaAs we debate the hotly-contested issue of BDS here in the United States, the situation in Palestine — particularly in Gaza — remains grim, with last week being one of the most vicious and violent weeks on record in the past few years. According to Al–Jazeera, last week’s attacks at the south of Gaza has…
By MG StaffThis past week, the U.S. midterms made history, electing an unprecedented wave of women leaders tasked with taking back our democracy. Amongst them is 36-year-old Ilhan Omar, elected to Minnesota’s 5th congressional district. Omar, a Black Muslim woman and a Somali-American refugee, has made history three-fold: as the first hijabi in Congress, the first Somali-American legislator,…
By MG Staff17-year-old teenager and international Palestinian activist Ahed Tamimi was freed from an Israeli prison today; she was met with hugs, banners, and lots of love from members of her community upon release. The 17-year-old served an eight month sentence as a plea bargain to assault and incitement. The charges surged after Tamimi infamously slapped Israeli soldiers…
By vanessaelshamyEarlier this month, Swedish peace activist Benjamin Ladraa was denied entry into Palestine by the Israeli government, after walking all the way from Sweden to Palestine. The walk took him approximately eleven months to complete, his goal to raise awareness about the Israeli military occupation in Palestine and the injustice and violence that’s being ravaged…
By Zeina JhaishIn the last week of June, the Duke of Cambridge William visited both Palestinian Territories and Israel. He is the first British royal to officially visit, making history. The purpose of the trip was to enhance cultural and diplomatic ties. During the visit, the royal visited historic sites and cultural institutions; it is also noted…
By Zain is a Kuwaiti mobile telecommunications company that released a commercial wishing its users a blessed Ramadan last month, receiving worldwide attention. The commercial shines light on the matter of Palestine and the continued occupation its people face, even during the month of Ramadan. It is not a shock that Kuwait released a commercial showing…
By Sepideah Mohsenian-RahmanAhed Tamimi gets our Fearless Girl superlative in our first-ever #MGTop8. The #MGTop8 highlights fearless changemakers that are making an impact on elevating Muslim women’s voices. To view the rest of our #MGTop8, click here. Having recently celebrated her seventeenth birthday behind bars, Ahed Tamimi has lived under occupation her entire life. Restraints and restrictions have been placed on…
By AmaniDear Gal, When I was 16 years old, my main concern in life was figuring out how to get a class with my high school crush. My afterschool occupation involved locking myself in my computer room to design my perfect MySpace profile and rearrange my Top 8. I’d spend hours chatting on AOL Instant Messenger…
By hinataiEver since three Israeli teens went missing, in early June, Israeli forces have launched an offensive, collective punishment campaign. They have killed, injured and arrested hundreds of Palestinians. One particular occurrence has garnered mass media attention this past week: the death of Palestinian teenager, Muhammed Abu Khdeir, and the beating of his cousin, Tariq Abu…
