Category Archives: Palestinian art & culture

When the War Parts: A Poem from Gaza by Heba Al-Agha

I won’t be the same might become a closet or a bed a gas canister, a rug a library  a giant lap, one long embrace. When the war parts I won’t find a grave to visit  for the road itself … Continue reading

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Discrimination and Racism in Israeli apartheid

By Admin, 12/11/2024 Discrimination and racism are global issues that affect societies in various ways, and Israeli apartheid is no exception. The apartheid entity of Israel is home to a diverse population, including Jewish citizens of different ethnic backgrounds, Palestinian … Continue reading

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The Role of Women in Palestinian Society Under Occupation

Astromystic, 20/12/25 Under Israeli military occupation, Palestinian women are not passive victims—they are central figures in the survival, resistance, and resilience of their communities. Though often overlooked in global discourse, their roles as mothers, educators, caregivers, and community organizers are … Continue reading

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In Handala’s Playground: Season 2, Episode 9: Israeli Security Without Humanity

S.T. Salah, 19/12/25 Handala (hands clasped behind his back, back to the reader): You stand in a uniform and call it order. Tell me — what name do you give the empty cup you hand a man who asks only … Continue reading

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A Comparative Analysis of Nazi and Israeli Apartheid Propaganda in the Context of Palestinian Oppression

By Admin, 11/11/2024 Propaganda has historically been used by state actors to shape narratives, justify policies, and consolidate power. The Nazi regime under Joseph Goebbels provides one of the most extreme examples, using propaganda to dehumanize Jewish people and lay … Continue reading

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The Dispossession of Palestinian Land and Memory

Astromystic, 15/12/25 The dispossession of Palestinian land is not merely an economic or political act—it is a profound erasure of identity, memory, and belonging. The occupation is not just about military control; it is about the systematic dismantling of Palestinian history, … Continue reading

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Racist Double Standards in Western Policies: A Focus on the British Stance on Palestine

By Admin, 14/11/2024 Western governments, particularly the United Kingdom, often present themselves as defenders of democracy and human rights. However, their policies, especially regarding the Israeli occupation, reveal a striking inconsistency between rhetoric and action. This double standard has profound … Continue reading

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The Deceptive Art of Playing the Victim: How Aggressors Manipulate Perception and Intimidate Their Victims

By Admin, 8/11/2024 In conflicts and occupations throughout history, a recurring strategy employed by aggressors is to portray themselves as victims while wielding power over those they subjugate. This tactic not only misleads the public but also creates an environment … Continue reading

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Hamadeh’s art gallery

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The Mask of Sir Kid Starver

By Admin, 15/11/2024 Sir Kid Starver stands with words sharp and sly,A human rights lawyer, a mask, a lie.In Gaza, two million, starved and confined,Children and mothers left shattered, maligned.He denies the siege, turns away from the cries,Beneath falling rubble … Continue reading

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