Category Archives: Poems

Defying Despair: Wael’s Resilient Odyssey

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Admin

Background: Israeli Occupational forces (IOF) killed his wife, daughter, a son and grandson. The next day Wael Al-Dahdouh, Al Jazeera ‘s journalist returned to work. A few weeks later, IOF injured him and killed his colleague, Samir Abu Daqa, Jazeera’s … Continue reading →

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Jerusalem by Nazar Qabbani

Posted on November 30, 2025 by Admin

I wept until my tears were dry I prayed until the candles flickered I knelt until the floor creaked I asked about Mohammed and Christ Oh Jerusalem, the fragrance of prophets The shortest path between earth and sky Oh Jerusalem, … Continue reading →

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Israeli Occupation: The Serial Animal Killer 

Posted on October 6, 2025 by Admin

The zoo, part of the Al-Bisan recreational park in Jabalya, was hit multiple times during Israeli airstrikes. The three monkeys were some of the few lucky animals to survive the blitz in Gaza as many were killed in explosions or … Continue reading →

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246 Journalists Murdered by Israeli Occupational Forces During the War on Gaza 

Posted on October 1, 2025 by Admin

Background Journalism is in the process of being eradicated in the Gaza Strip as a result of Israel’s refusal to heed calls to protect media personnel. The situation is dire for Palestinian journalists trapped in the enclave, where ten have been … Continue reading →

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The Butcher of Gaza

Posted on September 30, 2025 by Admin

Born in ’49, with a heritage profound,A history etched, in israeli ground.In Eldridge town, where tales are spun,A leader rose, Netanyahu by name, begun. In 2014, a grim toll was paid,Gaza’s anguish, where thousands laid.Indictments followed, charges of trust,Bribery and … Continue reading →

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Gaza in Every Breath

Posted on September 28, 2025 by Admin

Voice for Palestine, 26/05/24 In morning light, Gaza’s call,With my coffee, in my thoughts,In breakfast’s taste, its shadow falls,In every step my journey walks.On evening strolls with the dog,Under skies of endless blue,Gaza’s pulse within me throbs,Its spirit old, yet … Continue reading →

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Zionist Veil, Nakba’s Tale: Shadows of Desolation

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Admin

Background:The Nakba, which means “catastrophe” in Arabic, refers to the mass displacement and dispossession of Palestinians during the 1948 Arab-Israeli war. Before the Nakba, Palestine was a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural society. Zionism’s 19th-century scheme,Herzl’s call, Palestine’s dark gleam.Ben-Gurion’s voice, transfer’s … Continue reading →

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Gaza Warrior 

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Admin

Background:During the Israeli war on Gaza, the donkeys helped the displaced people more than any of the world leaders.   Deprived of water, denied of fare,In Gaza’s siege, a burden to bear.Donkeys emerged, compassionate haze,Carrying the wounded in love’s embrace. Himar*, … Continue reading →

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Keir Starmer’s Moral Crossroads: Power, Politics, and Human Rights

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Admin

Background Speaking to LBC, Kier Starmer said “Israel has the right to do everything it can to get those hostages back safe and sound and Israel has the right to withhold power and water from Palestinian civilians”.  In the twisted folds … Continue reading →

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Gaza’s Tragedy: Navigating Western Guilt and American Realities

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Admin

Background:In the last 48h since Biden had advised Netanyahu to take some measures to reduce the number of civilian casualties in Gaza, IOF* killed more than 1000 Palestinians. Connecticut’s secrets exposed,Dr. Schiff’s whispers, Biden’s pose.Netanyahu’s ballet, Gaza’s dire plea,Truth silenced … Continue reading →

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