“The South African accusation of Israeli genocide before the International Court of Justice is a very big deal” – international law expert
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Important lessons learned from the successful screening of “Israelism” in Hamilton despite lobby opposition
An independent theatre in Hamilton came under intense pressure to cancel the showing of a controversial film by American Jews who have become highly critical of Israel. At first the theatre yielded to the pressure, but on further investigation reversed its decision. Watch our short video interview with one of the organizers about what happened, and how they got things reversed.…
(more…)Israeli troops in West Bank attack Jenin again killing 10 more and arresting staff of the Freedom Theatre
On Dec 12, Israeli soldiers raided the Freedom Theatre in Jenin, a renowned cultural institution whose mission is to promote justice, equality and self-determination for Palestinians. Two of the theater’s producers, Ahmed Tobasi and Mustafa Sheta, were taken away by Israeli troops. Their whereabouts are still unknown. Watch our interview with Canadian resident Rik Walton about working at the theatre....
(more…)Assembly of First Nations recognizes Palestinians as indigenous people, backs permanent Gaza ceasefire
Wilton Littlechild of Ermineskin Cree Nation brought forward a resolution at the AFN Special Chiefs Meetings calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Palestine. It was overwhelmingly adopted. It’s a big set back for the Israel lobby which has been courting indigenous peoples. (Screenshot/CPAC)
(more…)Canada voted for a ceasefire in Gaza… but will we actually “walk the talk”? Here are some things we could do…
Canada’s Ambassador to the United Nations surprised many when he cast Canada’s vote in favour of a resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza. But the bombing and the killing in Gaza continue. What will Canada do now? OFIP has some suggestions….
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Canada Talks Israel/Palestine 