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Feature Story Palestinian Civil Society in Jerusalem in Tightening Israeli Vise

Israel steps up efforts to force Palestinian organizations out of Jerusalem.

Feature Story Israel Aiming to Supplant Umm Haroun Area of Sheikh Jarrah with Settler Skyscrapers

The Umm Haroun neighborhood of Sheikh Jarrah is threatened.

Feature Story Pillar of Palestinian Education in Jerusalem, Al-Quds University Defies Israeli Pressure

How a private university in the heart of Jerusalem defies all odds to preserve Palestinian presence and institutional autonomy in the city

Feature Story Israel Closes All UNRWA Schools in East Jerusalem

Israeli security forces closed six UNRWA-run schools in East Jerusalem, implementing legislation passed last year that bans the organization’s operations.

Feature Story New Extension of Apartheid Road around Jerusalem Will Bar Palestinians from Central West Bank, Speed Annexation

Not just a road, the newly approved highway extension has dire geostrategic consequences for Palestinians.

Feature Story A Bitter Easter Passes, a Marker for Increasing Repression

A Holy Week when all denominations should have rejoiced together instead set new highs for state repression.

Feature Story Only in Jerusalem: The Zaffeh Procession and the Hajmeh Descent

The zaffeh and the hajmeh are integral to Jerusalem’s Orthodox Easter celebrations, reflecting Christianity’s ancient traditions.

Feature Story Ahmad Manasra Released, His Childhood Lost to Torture behind Israeli Bars

Youth whose abysmal treatment in Israeli prisons captured world attention is released after a decade.

Feature Story Palestinian Students Face Uncertainty as Israel Orders Closure of Six UNRWA Schools

Israel’s assault on UNRWA returns to Jerusalem schools.