US declaration on Jerusalem undermines peace process

December 10, 2017 | Published by NRC

The U.S. administration’s unilateral recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital undermines international law and decades of global consensus rejecting the unlawful annexation of East Jerusalem. This move not only legitimizes occupation but also...

East Jerusalem

November 11, 2017 | Published by B'Tselem

Israel's annexation of East Jerusalem in 1967, which is widely considered unlawful under international law, has led to systematic policies aimed at reducing the Palestinian population in the area. Palestinians living in East Jerusalem are granted "pe...

The Separation Barrier

November 11, 2017 | Published by B'TSELEM

In June 2002, Israel began constructing the Separation Barrier in the West Bank, claiming security concerns after Palestinian attacks. However, its route largely follows settlement boundaries, facilitating Israel's annexation of Palestinian land. The...

Jerusalem : A city for all ?

October 4, 2017 | Published by Visualizing-Palestine

1- Palestinians in occupied East Jerusalem pay taxes to the Israeli authorities. Yet Palestinian neighborhoods in Jerusalem do not receive adequate services. Only 10% of Jerusalem’s city budget is directed toward Palestinian neighborhoods, which ar...

Israeli forces attack peaceful crowds at Jerusalem holy site

July 28, 2017 | Published by Amensty International

Amnesty International reports that Israeli forces used excessive and unprovoked force against peaceful Palestinian worshippers at al-Aqsa mosque, firing stun grenades, tear gas, and sponge-tipped bullets. At least 96 Palestinians were injured, with o...

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