Hearings have begun in the International Court of Justice that could change the course of Israel’s war in Gaza. South Africa is arguing today that Israel is committing “genocidal acts” against the Palestinian people. The US has called accusations of genocide “meritless," and tomorrow Israel will lay out its defense against the charge. Correspondent Melissa B ... Show More
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Hong Kong Activist Receives 20-Year Sentence
The children of Hong Kong democracy activist Jimmy Lai are speaking out after their 78-year old father was sentenced to 20 years in jail for violating national security laws. Lai, who is a British citizen, denies all charges, saying he's a political prisoner, the target of persec ... Show More
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Nov 2023
Understanding the U.S. Role in the Israel-Hamas War
Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas are again at war. The most recent iteration of the conflict, which erupted after Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, has stoked public debate throughout the world. In the United States, heated debates about the issue have play ... Show More
29m 50s
Jan 2024
Is Israel committing genocide in Gaza?
The war in Gaza has escalated. The UK, US and allies have attacked Houthi militia in Yemen, who themselves have been attacking Western shipping routes in the Red Sea. Meanwhile, on Thursday South Africa took Israel to court, in the ICJ, the International Court of Justice in The H ... Show More
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