Protests Erupt Across the Country as Fear of a Regional War Looms

Entering this new phase in the Middle East conflict through the involvement of Lebanon, United States officials, such as President Biden, are losing faith in a ceasefire deal as the focus shifts to defeating Hezbollah. As violence and tensions escalate, a path to ending the war and all of the emotional turmoil that comes with it becomes even more hazy.

LocalMary McKenzieOctober 13, 2024Israel, Palestine-Israel Conflict, Israel-Hamas War, US-Israel RelationsComment

Remembering Aaron Bushnell

The United States government has exhibited inaction towards Israel’s bombardment of Gaza since October, where over 33,000 Palestinians have been killed. However, in the midst of this, it was 25 year old Aaron Bushnell—an active U.S. Air Force member—who garnered international attention for a drastic measure.

GlobalSamee GhaffarApril 15, 2024bushnell, Palestine-Israel Conflict, Israel, Israel-Hamas War, US-Israel RelationsComment

Chapel Hill Town Council: Israel and Hamas, Bus Rapid Transit, Parties in Northside

A plurality of the attendees in the town council meeting were principally there to express views on the conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas.

LocalBenjamin McAvoy-BickfordFebruary 13, 2024Israel, Israel-Hamas War, Chapel HillComment

Addressing the Geopolitical Dynamics of the Israel-Hamas War

“If, however, with strong leadership and moral clarity, the United States, Israel, and its potential allies can establish an international coalition committed to the enfranchisement of Palestinians and the establishment of lasting peace in the region, then perhaps the status quo that has prevailed for decades may slowly begin to change.”