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Academic freedom under fire: Brazil’s professor targeted over Gaza support
A campaign led by segments of the Zionist lobby in Brazil has launched a series of public attacks against Professor Arlene Clemesha, a prominent scholar of Arab History at the University of São Paulo (USP). Renowned for her academic work and public advocacy in support of the Palestinian cause,...
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Cuba’s president reaffirms support for Palestine during international colloquium
Cuba’s President Miguel Díaz-Canel has attended the IV Patria International Colloquium at the University of Havana. The president’s particular attendance at a lecture on “Media Lessons from the Palestinian Genocide: Propaganda, Silencing and Informational Resistance” underscores the importance of solidarity movements in Cuba’s foreign policy. Diaz-Canel has long been...
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The Brazilian far right is pushing to oust a Councilwoman over her support for Palestine
In the Brazilian city of Curitiba, tensions have escalated as far-right factions seek to oust elected Councilwoman Angela Alves Machado, the first-ever councillor elected by the Socialism and Liberty Party (PSOL) in the city. A prominent figure, Machado has been an outspoken advocate for Palestinian rights, and her vocal...
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The Palestinian flag at Brazil’s Carnival: Where samba meets solidarity
Brazil’s Carnival is a global phenomenon, renowned for its exuberant parades, vibrant samba rhythms and dazzling costumes. For millions of revellers, it’s a time to celebrate Brazilian culture and the country’s rich history. But beyond the samba beats, there lies a deeper story of political expression and solidarity. In...
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Controversy in Argentina over renaming of Palestine Street to honour Israeli family
The debate is growing in Argentina surrounding the proposed renaming of Palestine Street to “Bibas Family Street”, a change that has sparked both controversy and support in various communities. Yamil Santoro, a member of the municipal council in Buenos Aires, introduced the proposal in honour of the late Israeli-Argentine...
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Voices of Palestine at the 14th Brazilian Student Festival
The cities of Recife and Olinda, northeastern Brazil, recently hosted the 14th National Union of Students (UNE) Festival, a major gathering that brings together thousands of young people from across the country under the slogan “FREE Palestine…The street is our main stage.” This year’s festival stood out not only...
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Widespread Latin American opposition to Trump’s Gaza plan
US President Donald Trump’s recent declaration that America will take control of Gaza and displace its people have sparked widespread criticism across Latin America. Political leaders, activists and citizens condemned his plan as imperialistic, inhumane and a violation of international law. Latin America, a region with a deep history...
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Shifting narratives: How Brazilian media covered the genocidal war in Gaza (2023–2025)
Since the ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel, Gaza has become a focal point in Brazilian media, with the war shaping public discourse and sparking significant debate. Coverage of the genocidal war in Gaza (2023–2025) has mirrored Brazil’s political divisions, reflecting varied perspectives toward the Israeli Occupation in Occupied...
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Argentine activist sentenced over ‘genocidal Israel’ tweet
While Argentina welcomes an Israeli soldier fleeing Brazil on charges of committing genocide in Gaza, Argentina has given Alejandro Bodart, leader of the Socialist Workers’ Movement (MST), a six-month suspended sentence for a post he made on the social media platform X in which he condemned what he described as...
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Chile president: Israel PM is a ‘war criminal’
On the evening of 17 December, Chile’s President Gabriel Boric took part in a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the Palestinian Club, where the tree was adorned with 45,000 lights in memory of the victims of Gaza. The event highlighted his unwavering support for Palestinian rights. Prominent figures, including the...
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Palestinian flag flies from landmark bridge in Brazil in major act of solidarity
The Palestinian flag was displayed recently on the Hercílio Luz Bridge in Florianopolis, Santa Catarina in Brazil. The iconic bridge is a historic landmark of connection and unity, and was chosen specifically to be the site of a significant act international solidarity with the people of Palestine that resonated...
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Brazilian contest sparks outrage over genocide-inciting question
In an official letter addressed to Eliana Nunes Estrela, Secretary of Education for the State of Ceará, the Palestinian Arab Federation of Brazil (Fepal) called for the cancellation of Question 23 in Public Selection Process No. 008/2024, asserting that its wording promotes the “defence of Palestinian genocide”. The letter stated...
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Brazil's President Lula calls for urgent action on Gaza at G20 summit
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva opened the 19th G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro yesterday, and took the opportunity to highlight the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. The ongoing Israeli genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza has killed at least 44,000 people, mainly women and children, and wounded...
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Massive Palestinian flag unfurled on Brazil´s Copacabana Beach
A group of protesters unfurled a massive Palestinian flag on the iconic Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, drawing attention to the ongoing genocide in the Gaza Strip and making a symbolic gesture of solidarity with Palestinians. The initiative, organized by a Rio de Janeiro-based NGO, is part of...
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Brazil: university cancels lecture by Israeli professor after student protest
Palestinian and Brazilian students have protested against a lecture by Israeli-Brazilian professor Michel Gherman at the Federal University of Ceará (UFC) in Brazil. The lecture was cancelled as a result. Gherman is an associate professor at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) and a researcher at the Centre...
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‘Sinwar is a symbol of resistance and role model for freedom fighters’
The martyrdom of Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas and architect of the 7 October cross-border incursion against Israel, strengthens the influence of the Palestinian resistance groups and elevates him as a symbol of resistance and a role model for freedom fighters worldwide. This is the view of Brazilian...
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Gaza aggression tops new Mexican president’s agenda
Just days after her inauguration as the first female president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum called for the recognition of the State of Palestine as a step towards achieving peace in the Middle East, and reaffirmed her country’s longstanding support for the Palestinian people. “We condemn the aggression currently taking place,”...
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Brazil launches ‘Sao Paulo without apartheid’ campaign
The Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) Movement in Brazil launched a campaign on first anniversary of the Gaza genocide, calling on candidates in the municipal elections to “boycott Israel and take a stand to comply with international law.” Municipal elections are due to be held in a number of...
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Latin American presidents use UN platform to call for end to Gaza genocide
Heads of state from Latin America have used their platform at the UN General Assembly to proclaim the rights of the Palestinian people and call for an end to the genocide in Gaza. The presidents of Chile, Cuba, Brazil, Bolivia, Salvador and Colombia called on “the United Nations to...
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Chile president attacked by Jewish community for calling Israeli army ‘murderers’
Chile´s President Gabriel Boric has lashed out against Israel in the context of its ongoing war against the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. “Once again the Israeli army attacks a school in Gaza. 18 dead from refugees and UNRWA officials. Murderers,” said Boric on X. “There is no justification for...
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Argentina celebrates as city of La Rioja unveils 'Palestine Square'
Scores of people waved Palestinian flags as they gathered in the city of La Rioja, in Argentina, to celebrate the unveiling of ‘Palestine Square’. Located at the intersection of the Las Penas River and Venezuela Boulevard, the square became a space for meeting and showing support for the Palestinian...
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Brazilian activist still hopeful despite unscheduled stop for Freedom Flotilla
“The families of Gaza are no less important than my family,” said Brazilian communicator and activist Thiago Ávila. “It’s by mere chance that we are not one of those families that are in Gaza right now.” The organiser of the Handala Freedom Flotilla made his speech as the flotilla...
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Argentina claims it thwarted an attack on the Jewish community
Argentina’s Federal Police has said it has dismantled a terrorist cell planning attacks against the country’s Jewish community, the National Security Ministry said in a statement on Friday. The ministry said that members of the group, which it described as “Islamist terrorist organisation”, were detained at different strategic points, including...
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Venezuela’s Palestinian community backs Maduro amid calls for coup
President Nicolas Maduro’s victory prompted celebrations within the Palestinian community in Venezuela and other parts of Latin America amid skepticism over the election results and calls for a coup. Despite Maduro securing more than 51 per cent of the vote, Venezuela’s opposition and multiple Latin American leaders have refused...