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Sky News
4 days ago
- General
- Sky News
'Without a doubt': Why a former state department spokesperson believes Israel has committed war crimes
👉 Follow Trump100 on your podcast app 👈 Hopes of a ceasefire in Gaza stalled over the weekend as Hamas called for changes to the US Israel peace deal, but could the US have done more to end the war sooner? On today's episode Mark Stone is joined by Matthew Miller, who, as state department spokesperson, was the voice and the face of former US president Joe Biden's foreign policy. He tells Mark he believes Israel has 'without a doubt' committed war crimes in the fighting since 6 October 2023. Israel has strongly denied claims it has committed war crimes. Mr Miller also says no one in the last administration could have convinced Mr Biden to step down sooner, despite concerns about his public appearances. If you've got a question you'd like the Trump100 team to answer, you can email it to trump100@
Al Jazeera
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Jazeera
Video: Israeli protesters condemn killing of Palestinian children
NewsFeed Video: Israeli protesters condemn killing of Palestinian children A small group of Israeli protesters in Tel Aviv held up photos of Palestinian children killed by Israel's attacks on Gaza, as they demand their government end its war.
The National
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Scottish musician releases song on Israel's 'war crimes' in Gaza
Doug Veitch, a "cult hero" from the 1980s based in the Scottish Borders – known then as Champion Doug Veitch – has recorded a new single titled War Crimes, denouncing Israel's assault on Gaza. It comes as charity Oxfam warned that the humanitarian crisis in Gaza was at an "all-time low" as a result of Israel's blockade of aid, which has also seen the World Central Kitchen forced to shut its community soup kitchens. READ MORE: Israel 'sending soldiers to commit war crimes in Gaza', says former army chief 'It came about as a result of my increasing anger and feeling of hopelessness over events in Gaza, media coverage and support of the Israeli regime proffered by politicians at both a local and national level,' Veitch told The National. He said that he was warned creating the single and speaking out on Israel's war on Gaza would be 'career suicide', but he persevered. The single took a year to complete and was recorded in Coventry and Leamington in England. It features several familiar faces, including Martin Bell of the Wonder Stuff, who helped to arrange and produce the single, as well as Horice Panter from The Specials, who played bass. Horace Panter (Image: Doug Veitch) Louis Vause (Image: Doug Veitch) Drums were by Rick Medlock, on the piano was Louis Vause (above), saxophone and clarinet were done by Dan Hillman, trumpet was by Josh Westrip, Martin Bell was on guitar, lap steel and keyboards, and backing vocals were done by Cara McNeil and Heather Ritchie-Parker. The CD also features a second single, If I Must Die, which is a rendition of a poem by the same name by Palestinian writer Refaat Alareer, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike in December 2023 along with his brother, his brother's son, his sister and her three children. READ MORE: Humanitarian crisis in Gaza at 'all-time low', warns aid charity Renowned piper Allan MacDonald features on the track, alongside Neil Johnstone on the cello and Monica Madas on backing vocals. Veitch said that he hopes all proceeds from the single can be donated to charity Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP), as he called out silence from politicians and the UK media on Israel's assault on Gaza. (Image: Doug Veitch) He condemned Keir Starmer's failure to condemn war crimes and genocide were taking place in Gaza, as he said: 'It's hard to believe that not only is he a Labour Prime Minister but has a background in law.' He added: 'Many of Jewish faith, including Rabbis, have criticised the current actions of Israel. 'The mainstream media – including the BBC – have largely chosen to ignore covering this. 'In recording War Crimes I hope to show that not everyone shares the views of media, government and a large section of the population, many of whom will know nothing of the background to the current situation.' READ MORE: David Lammy 'must explain if he misled us on Israel arms exports', MPs say Veitch added that while the single hadn't received much coverage – which he presumed was because 'the content was deemed unsuitable' – he believed that public opinion was 'slowly changing'. 'History will not look back kindly on the leaders who turned a blind eye on crimes against humanity amounting to genocide,' he said. Veitch added that it was important for cultural figures to speak out against Israel's assault on Gaza, as well as politicians. 'Music should always be capable of making social comment – both a commentary and a form of protest,' he told The National. 'Far more than merely entertainment, music can play an active role in shaping society.' A music video for War Crimes is in the works, which Veitch hopes can be shown at events as well as online. Veitch is also considering creating a 'festival for Gaza' which incorporates all sectors of the arts in Scotland. He encouraged anyone interested in being involved to get in touch. War Crimes is available to purchase here as well as on Amazon.
Al Arabiya
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Ukraine calls on foreign troops not to take part in Russia's May 9 parade
Ukraine warned Tuesday against any foreign troop participation in Russia's May 9 parade to mark 80 years since the defeat of Nazi Germany, saying it would be 'unacceptable' and seen as helping Moscow 'whitewash its war crimes.' 'The Russian army has committed and continues to commit atrocities in Ukraine on a scale that Europe has not seen since World War II,' Kyiv's foreign ministry said. 'To march side by side with them is to share responsibility for the blood of murdered Ukrainian children, civilians and military, not to honor the victory over Nazism.'
Al Manar
05-03-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Amnesty International Calls for War Crimes Investigation into Israeli Attacks on Health Facilities in Lebanon
Amnesty International has urged the international community to investigate war crimes committed by the Israeli occupation military during the Israeli aggression on Lebanon. On Wednesday, the organization raised alarms over repeated attacks targeting health facilities, ambulances, and paramedics in Lebanon, which they say violate international law. In a comprehensive report, Amnesty International emphasized the urgent need to probe the Israeli military's actions during the war, particularly noting that health facilities and personnel are afforded special protections under international humanitarian law. The organization revealed a shocking series of incidents, stating that between October 3 and 9, four Israeli attacks on healthcare sites in Beirut and southern Lebanon resulted in the deaths of 19 medical workers and injuries to 11 others, alongside significant damage to ambulances and medical facilities. .@amnesty : Israel's unlawful attacks on medical facilities and personnel in #Lebanon are not only serious violations of international humanitarian law and likely #WarCrimes , but also have devastating consequences for civilians more broadly. — Avner Gidron (@AvnerGidron) March 5, 2025 'Given the scale of these attacks, it is imperative for the Lebanese government to involve the International Criminal Court,' the report urged, highlighting the need for accountability and justice for victims. Amnesty International called for Lebanon to grant jurisdiction to the ICC to investigate these crimes committed on its territory and to demand compensation for the violations incurred. Former Lebanese Health Minister Firas Abiad indicated a grim picture of the humanitarian crisis, reporting 67 attacks on hospitals, including 40 direct hits, which have collectively resulted in the deaths of 16 individuals and injuries to many more. The chaos has extended to rescue operations, with 238 attacks on emergency services accounting for 206 fatalities, as well as damage to 256 emergency vehicles, including ambulances and fire trucks. Amnesty's investigation concluded that there was no evidence to suggest that the health facilities or vehicles targeted were being used for military purposes at the time of the attacks. 'The Israeli occupation military has yet to provide adequate justification for its actions,' the report stated, reiterating that the attacks have severely compromised Lebanon's already fragile healthcare system. Despite reaching out to the Israeli occupation military for comments regarding their findings, Amnesty reported they have yet to receive a response. The ongoing Israeli aggression has had devastating consequences, with Lebanese authorities estimating over 4,000 lives lost and extensive destruction across southern and eastern Lebanon, including the southern suburbs of Beirut.
