In Gaza, the War of ’48 Continues In Gaza, the War of ’48 Continues
Israel must decide, once and for all, which path it will take: reach a courageous resolution to the conflict, or prolong it indefinitely.
Jan 6, 2009 / Editorial / Akiva Eldar
Israel’s New War Ethic Israel’s New War Ethic
The masters of Israel's war on Gaza have fashioned a bizarre moral code that provides humanitarian assistance to the very civilians they are shooting at.
Jan 5, 2009 / Editorial / Neve Gordon
To Live and Die in Gaza To Live and Die in Gaza
As Israel’s bombardment of Gaza continues, a Nation contributor with roots in the region gives voice to the on-the-ground experience of those who have endured the attacks.
Jan 2, 2009 / Feature / Laila Al-Arian
The View From Tel Aviv The View From Tel Aviv
Israel's attack on Gaza has benefited the current leadership, especially Defense Minister Ehud Barak, in pre-election polling. But do they have an exit strategy?
Jan 2, 2009 / Feature / Hillel Schenker
Gaza Clouds Obama’s Prospects Gaza Clouds Obama’s Prospects
So, why didn't they give peace a chance? Why did the leaders of Hamas and Israel not wait for the incoming US president's inauguration before mutually escalating hostilities?
Dec 31, 2008 / Column / Robert Scheer
Israel in Gaza: Irrationality Israel in Gaza: Irrationality
It is not rational to believe that the Palestinians in the occupied territories will be terrorized by force and violence, by cruelty, by starvation or by slaughter into a docile ac...
Dec 30, 2008 / Editorial / Wallace Shawn
Q and A with Lakhdar Brahimi: What Next for Gaza? Q and A with Lakhdar Brahimi: What Next for Gaza?
Lakhdar Brahimi, a leading UN troubleshooter in the Middle East weighs in on the crisis in Gaza and speculates on how it may affect Obama's presidency.
Dec 29, 2008 / Feature / Barbara Crossette
A Memo to Obama on Israel A Memo to Obama on Israel
The following humble suggestions are based on my 70 years of experience as an underground fighter, member of the Knesset and founding member of a peace movement in Israel.
Dec 29, 2008 / Editorial / Uri Avnery
Israel’s War Crimes Israel’s War Crimes
Israel's assault on Gaza is a massive violation of international law. Nations that have supplied weapons and supported the siege are complicit in the crimes.
Dec 29, 2008 / Editorial / Richard Falk
Ideas for a New Era Ideas for a New Era
It's time for progressives to create coalitions and craft smart strategies that will push Obama and the new Congress to seize this moment.
Dec 23, 2008 / Editorial / The Editors