World Politics Archive
Archives for October 2023


More than 200 people were taken hostage by Hamas. Here’s what we know.


There’s a surge in reports of assaults, vandalism, harassment, and intimidation.


Israelis aren’t rallying around their prime minister. They’re rallying against him.


The “new phase” of Israel’s war on Hamas, explained.


While the Israeli military is carrying out this attack, much of the world views Israel’s assault on Gaza as enabled by the United States.


What will “full” war between Israel and Hamas mean? And 6 other questions about the conflict.


Shadowbanning and the Israel-Hamas war, explained.


McDonald’s and Starbucks are among the targets of the nonviolent, but controversial, global protest.


A viral essay by Biden’s foreign policy adviser shows why the US needs to rethink its strategy when it comes to Israel and Gaza.


In Israel, calls to expel Palestinians have become increasingly mainstream. Many believe an expulsion like the 1948 Nakba is possible.


The US is warning about the difficulties of an invasion while preparing for a broader conflict.


In recent weeks, tens of thousands of people have marched in rallies across the world.


Elon Musk and the other platform owners aren’t entirely to blame for misinformation around the Israel-Hamas conflict.


The words that explain, define, and obfuscate the conflict.


A recent poll shows high support for a ground invasion in Gaza but dismal numbers for the prime minister.