Movie stars Joaquin Phoenix, Penelope Cruz, and Richard Gere criticized the Academy for not defending Oscar-winning Palestinian filmmaker Hamdan Ballal, who was attacked by Israeli settlers. The Academy initially remained silent, prompting over 600 members to condemn the assault and demand stronger action. The film “No Other Land,” which won an Oscar for best documentary, depicts the displacement of Palestinians by Israeli forces and settlers in the West Bank, but has struggled to find a US distributor despite its accolades.
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Gaza rescuers say 31 killed near aid site, Israel denies involvement
Israeli gunfire reportedly killed at least 31 Palestinians near a US-backed aid distribution site in Rafah, with both Israeli military and the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation denying the incident. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens as the UN warns of famine risk after over two months without aid, despite Israel easing its blockade and introducing a new aid mechanism. As violence continues, calls for a ceasefire intensify, with humanitarian leaders emphasizing the need for safe and...
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