Palestine
Venice Biennale will not award artists from Israel & Russia due to war crime accusations
Art Not Genocide — Both countries will still be allowed to exhibit work at their respective pavilions, but be excluded from judging considerations, as they have leaders facing arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court.
Written by: Noah Petersons
Kneecap, Brian Eno, Erika de Casier sign Eurovision boycott letter protesting Israel’s involvement
No Music For Genocide — It calls upon the European Broadcasting Union to ban Israel from the upcoming competition, which is set to take place in Vienna between May 12 and May 14. Other signatories include Massive Attack, Hot Chip and Nadine Shah.
Written by: Sydney Lobe
“Madness can be overcome”: Robert Del Naja releases statement after Palestine Action arrest
“Small price to pay” — The Massive Attack frontman was one of more than 500 people detained on Saturday on suspicion of supporting Palestine Action, a group that has been banned under the Terrorism Act 2000 by the UK government.
Written by: Ella Glossop
In photos: Lebanon’s women against a backdrop of war
Where Do I Go? لوين روح — As war breaks out in the Middle East once again, we spotlight Rania Matar’s powerful new photobook, which empowers women of her home country through portraiture.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Proscription of Palestine Action as terrorist organisation ruled unlawful by High Court
Oppose genocide — The group has called it a “monumental victory”, while the UK government has said that it will appeal the ruling.
Written by: Ella Glossop
New Shepard Fairey print commemorates killed Palestinian child Hind Rajab
Remember — It comes two years after the five-year-old was killed by the IDF as she and her family were attempting to flee Gaza City, with proceeds going to the Palestine Red Crescent Society.
Written by: Isaac Muk
In Palestine Skating Game, rollerblading is resistance
Inline protest — Blending influences from Jet Set Radio and Tony Hawk Pro Skater, the psychedelic video game sees players move through the West Bank and tag occupying soldiers with spray paint. Amaar Chowdhury speaks to the team – some living in Gaza – who are currently developing it.
Written by: Amaar Chowdhury
In a razed Damascus refugee camp, one martial arts club holds its stance
Yarmouk Fight Club — Once the home of 200,000 Palestinians, the Yarmouk Camp was a bustling community and sanctuary, until Assad’s forces launched a deadly siege in 2013. As a small handful of returnees attempt to rebuild from the rubble, a Muay Thai gym is providing space for catharsis.
Written by: Jake Pace Lawrie
Kneecap sponsor Bohemian FC’s away kit to raise funds for a Palestinian refugee gym
Cearta — 30% of proceeds raised from the 2026 kit’s sale will go to ACLAÍ, which opened in the Aida refugee camp in the West Bank in 2020.
Written by: Isabelle Blakeney
Together for Palestine was a celebration of solidarity, art and life
Unity and protest — Part gig, gallery, stage show, poetry reading and demonstration, Together for Palestine felt like a unique beacon of hope and solidarity, even if the bigger picture remains horrific.
Written by: Isaac Muk
Eric Cantona calls for boycott of Israeli football at Together for Palestine
More than sport — The legendary striker took to the stage at Brian Eno’s benefit concert at Wembley, which raised around £1.5 million for Palestinian charities working on the ground in Gaza.
Written by: Isaac Muk
New Banksy mural appears to reference Palestine Action arrests
Queen’s Building — It depicts a judge attacking a protestor with a hammer, and has been unveiled at London’s Royal Courts of Justice.
Written by: Isaac Muk
