Palestine

Palestine is a state in the Middle East, recognized by a majority of UN member states, that seeks full sovereignty and control over the West Bank and Gaza Strip.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to ongoing conflict with Israel, which has led to international diplomatic disputes and military escalations.

Latest on Palestine

• Massive Attack respond after Singapore ban over Palestine display
• Egypt coach’s Palestine appeal thrusts World Cup back into political spotlight
• Israel borders Palestine
• Israel accused of weaponising archaeology at ancient West Bank sites
• ‘Hopeless’: Palestinian Christians leave West Bank as hardships mount

Connections

9 entities linked to Palestine across the news graph.