Israeli military rescues 4 hostages kidnapped in Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack. At least 94 Palestinians are killed
Israel’s army said it rescued Noa Argamani, 25; Almog Meir Jan, 21; Andrey Kozlov, 27; and Shlomi Ziv, 40, in a complex daytime operation in the heart of Nuseirat on Saturday morning, raiding two locations at once and under fire
Israel Day on Fifth Parade focuses on solidarity as Gaza war casts a grim shadow
Marchers chanted for the release of hostages in Gaza on Sunday at a New York City parade for Israel that drew thousands of people under heightened security.
Pro-Palestinian encampment returns to Columbia University
Pro-Palestinian protesters set up another encampment on Columbia University's campus on Friday evening, just in time for alumni weekend.
Israel calls Gaza cease-fire a ‘nonstarter,’ undermining Biden’s proposal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu maintained the war would not end in Gaza until the destruction of Hamas’ military and governing capabilities was complete.
Pro-Palestinian protesters enter Brooklyn Museum, unfurl banner as NYPD make arrests
A large pro-Palestinian rally marched on the Brooklyn Museum Friday afternoon, setting up tents in the lobby and unfurling a “Free Palestine” banner over the building.
Biden outlines cease-fire proposal after Israel expands ground offensive in Rafah
President Joe Biden on Friday outlined terms of a potential new cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas, just hours after Israeli forces moved into central parts of Rafah.
NYC students plan pro-Palestinian walkout for Friday: What to know
Students across the five boroughs are expected to walk out of their classrooms at 3 p.m. Friday to rally outside the Tweed Courthouse on Chambers Street, which currently serves as Department of Education headquarters.
Advocates rally on City Hall steps to end Jewish hate
Advocates gathered on the steps of City Hall on Wednesday and rallied to end Jewish hate.
Israeli airstrikes kill 35 in Gaza's Rafah
The attacks occurred two days after an international court ordered Israel to end its military offensive in Rafah.
CUNY suspends officer who told pro-Palestinian protester ‘I support killing all you guys’
A campus safety officer at a public college in New York City has been suspended after footage circulated online showing him cursing at pro-Palestinian protesters saying he supported killing them all.
Which countries recognize a state of Palestine?
Spain, Ireland, and Norway said they will formally recognize a Palestinian state next week in a push for a two-state solution amid the Gaza war.
Adams defends NYPD response to pro-Palestinian protests in Brooklyn
Mayor Eric Adams defended theNYPD's response to a pro-Palestinian street demonstration in Brooklyn over the weekend, calling video of officers repeatedly punching men lying prone on the ground an “isolated incident."
ICC requests arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Hamas leaders over ‘war crimes’
The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court says he is seeking arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Israeli military finds bodies of 3 hostages in Gaza
The hostages were identified as Shani Louk, Amit Buskila, and Itzhak Gelerenter. All three were killed by Hamas at a music festival.
US-built Gaza Strip relief pier is done; aid to flow soon as war rages on
The pier will enhance the delivery of aid and supplies to Palestinians amid the Israel-Hamas war.
Celebrity ‘blockout’ is social media protest over Gaza
Some social media users are calling out celebrities for what they say is inaction in the face of a humanitarian crisis in Gaza — and they’ve taken to a “blockout” to pressure the stars to take a stand.
Pro-Palestinian protesters block traffic on Manhattan Bridge
Pro-Palestinian protesters took to the Manhattan Bridge Saturday evening, blocking traffic on the upper-level westbound lanes.
Columbia University graduation ceremonies begin today: What to know
Columbia University in NYC is preparing for commencement ceremonies, which began today in Uptown at the Baker Athletics Complex.
The New School faculty set up encampment inside campus building
Faculty members of The New School have set up a pro-Palestinian encampment in the lobby of the college.
Biden refuses to supply Israel weapons for potential Rafah assault
President Joe Biden said Wednesday that he would not supply offensive weapons that Israel could use to launch an all-out assault on Rafah.