‘Die-in' held in Paris to protest killing of Palestinian journalists
NewsFeed 'Die-in' held in Paris to protest killing of Palestinian journalists
One hundred journalists staged a 'die-in' on the steps of the Opéra Bastille in central Paris to protest the killing of nearly 200 Palestinian journalists in Gaza since the war began. They laid on the steps in bloody press vests as the names of some of the journalists killed were read out.
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Qatar Tribune
7 hours ago
- Qatar Tribune
Al Marri highlights Qatar's comprehensive reforms aimed at developing labour market
GENEVA: The State of Qatar has participated in the General Session of the 113th International Labour Conference (ILC) held in Geneva. The conference brought together Ministers of Labour, heads of delegations, and representatives of workers and employers from the International Labour Organization's (ILO) member states. Minister of Labour HE DrAli bin Samikh Al Marri headed the State of Qatar's delegation. Qatar's participation, represented by a senior delegation from the Ministry of Labour, highlights the country's ongoing commitment to engage actively with international organizations and maintain dialogue on the evolving global labour landscape. In his speech, Dr Al Marri highlighted Qatar's comprehensive reforms aimed at developing its labour market over recent years. These reforms focus on key areas such as strengthening the legislative and regulatory framework for occupational health and safety, as well as implementing extensive awareness and training programmes for both workers and labour inspectors. Qatar has also built strong partnerships with the ILO to promote decent work practices, especially in critical sectors. He voiced the State of Qatar's appreciation for the ILO's continued efforts to promote social justice and decent work at the regional and global levels. He noted that the Director-General's report offers an honest and thorough analysis of the structural challenges facing labour markets amid global crises. He stressed that social justice is no longer just an ideal, but a necessary foundation for social stability and peace. He emphasized that the report highlights the importance of embedding democratic values, participation, and fairness in building resilient and fair labour systems. He underlined the urgent need to enhance social dialogue as a key mechanism for developing inclusive solutions. He also pointed out that key conference topics, especially the draft programme and budget for 2026-2027, represent important steps towards strengthening the ILO's capacity to carry out its strategic goals. These include supporting social dialogue, advancing decent work, and addressing labour market challenges in developing countries. Reaffirming Qatar's strong support, the Minister of Labour also spoke in favour of elevating the status of the State of Palestine in international organizations. He emphasized the importance of empowering Palestinian institutions to protect the rights of Palestinian workers amid ongoing challenges caused by the occupation. He warmly welcomed the decision to grant Palestine 'Non-Member Observer State' status at the ILO. He described this as a clear endorsement of the organisation's commitment to justice and legitimacy, as well as recognition of the fundamental rights of the Palestinian people, including their right to self-determination and dignified existence. Concluding his remarks, the Minister of Labour reaffirmed Qatar's commitment to supporting the ILO's mission and to cooperating with international partners to promote social justice and build a future based on decent work and respect for human dignity. The current session of the International Labour Conference brings together nearly 5,000 participants from 187 member states, including governments, employers, and workers. Among the key issues under discussion are the Director-General's report, titled 'Jobs, Rights and Growth', and a report on the situation of workers in the occupied Arab territories. The conference agenda also covers topics such as protection against biological hazards in the workplace and decent work in the platform economy, with the first-ever discussion on setting standards. Additionally, the conference explores innovative approaches to addressing the informal economy and encouraging formal employment. Held annually in Geneva, the International Labour Conference, often called the global parliament of labour, sets the ILO's public policies, including conventions and recommendations. It also makes key decisions on the organisation's policies, work programme, budget, and elects members to its governing body. Participants include heads of state and government, relevant ministers, representatives of employers and workers, as well as officials from international, governmental, and labour organizations.
Qatar Tribune
a day ago
- Qatar Tribune
Israel threatens to block arrival of activist ship Madleen in Gaza
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has ordered the military not to allow a sailing ship carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists to enter the Gaza Strip. 'Israel will not allow anyone to break the naval blockade of the Gaza Strip,' Katz said in a statement on X. He said he had ordered the armed forces to prevent the arrival of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition's ship Madleen. Addressing Thunberg and the 11 other activists on board, Katz said: 'You should turn back because you will not reach Gaza.' The defence minister described the ship's crew as 'left-wing extremist activists.'He emphasized that the naval blockade of Gaza was introduced in 2007 after the Palestinian Hamas came to power. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition says it wants to bring relief supplies, including baby food and medical supplies, to the desperate people in the devastated Gaza Strip, and has repeatedly emphasised that there are no weapons on board. The activists also want to draw international attention to the humanitarian situation on the ground. The Madleen set sail from Sicily a week ago and aims to reach the coast on Monday. On Sunday afternoon, the ship was less than 300 kilometres from its destination, north of the Egyptian coast. In videos posted on Instagram, the group has accused Israel of jamming its communication devices in order to intercept the ship or even prepare an attack. (DPA)
Qatar Tribune
a day ago
- Qatar Tribune
Israel attacks kill more than 40 across Gaza
Agencies Gaza Israeli attacks throughout the besieged Palestinian enclave killed at least 41 people on Sunday. This death toll comes from sources at the few remaining operational hospitals in the Gaza Strip. At least three Palestinians were killed and others wounded in Israeli drone attacks targeting Khan Younis in southern Gaza, according to the Palestinian news agency Wafa. One man, Wissam Mohammed Salameh, was killed in the Al Amal neighbourhood. Two others, Salam Khaled Ahmad Murjan and Khaled Ahmad Mohammed Murjan, died when a drone struck a tent sheltering displaced people in the city's industrial area. At least 13 Palestinians were killed and 153 wounded after Israeli troops and US security contractors opened fire on crowds near two aid distribution points – one east of Rafah and another near Wadi Gaza Bridge. Israel's war on Gaza has so far killed at least 54,880 Palestinians and wounded 126,227, according to Gaza's Health Ministry.
