Palestine

Palestinians say UN vote on occupation is a step in the right direction and time to uphold international law - to sanction Israel and recognise Palestinian statehood.

The killings came just ahead of the 75th anniversary of the 1949 Geneva Convention and as Israel’s many alleged violations draw global outcry.

“There are times when politicians will speak up for the communities, during public meetings, regardless of the rules and that’s essentially what happened,” Lani Kereopa said.

The court said the UN Security Council, the General Assembly and all states had an obligation not to recognise the occupation as legal and not to support or aid its maintenance.

Wellington witnessed a significant display of solidarity today as people gathered for the “All Out for Gaza National Rally.”

The participation of the Royal NZ Navy in RIMPAC military exercises has caused controversy this week.

Far North District Council pass motion calling for immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

People for Palestine organised a peaceful protest at the National Party's northern conference in Auckland

Hamas accepts Qatari-Egyptian proposal for ceasefire however Netanyahu claims it doesn't meet Israel demands.

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