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  • A man wearing a kippah with his back to the camera, against a sea of Palestinian flags carried by a large group of people
    Middle East conflict and Germany's culture of remembrance

    In solidarity with the marginalised

    What needs to happen for Jews to feel safe in Germany? We have to see immigrants as allies in the fight against anti-Semitism. With more foresight in the Middle East conflict, a more precise raison d'etat and an inclusive culture of Holocaust remembrance

  • A group of Jews and Arabs hold up pink placards with white writing: the Hebrew slogan translates as 'together'
    Israelis and Palestinians: "Standing Together"

    "Help us move towards peace"

    Since the war in Gaza, the grassroots movement "Standing Together" has become increasingly popular among Israelis and Palestinians. Founding member Itamar Avneri says they are calling for peace and independence for Israelis and Palestinians, absolute equality for all citizens – and true social, economic and environmental justice

  • Der Ökonom Shir Hever
    Israeli plans for Gaza

    A Palestinian exodus to Egypt?

    Is the entire population of Gaza to be relocated to the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt? This is what a strategy paper by the influential Israeli Misgav Institute envisages. In interview with Qantara.de, German-Israeli economist Shir Hever explains what the plan is all about

  • The Israeli flag projected onto the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin in a show of solidarity
    Germany’s stance on the Middle East conflict

    What does 'never again' actually mean?

    History puts Germany on Israel's side. For the same reason, Germany must defend international and human rights. This is now a dilemma. A value-driven foreign policy would do well to remember the universalist understanding of 'never again'

  • Headshot of Palestinian intellectual Sari Nusseibeh in conversation
    Israel's war against Hamas

    "The Middle East conflict must be resolved at the roots"

    Leading Palestinian intellectual Sari Nusseibeh on the Hamas massacres, Israel's war in Gaza and the distant dream of equal coexistence

  • Specialising in bold, exciting, contemporary Arabic literature, Europe-based 10/11 represents a select group of literary writers. Agents Sandra Hetzl and Katharine Halls talk about their tastes and selection criteria, how they divide their work, and what they love (and don't) about literary agenting.
    10/11, not 9/11

    New literary agency for a new approach

    Specialising in bold, exciting, contemporary Arabic literature, 10/11 literary agents Sandra Hetzl and Katharine Halls talk to Marcia Lynx Qualey about their tastes and selection criteria, how they divide their work, and what they love (and don't) about literary agenting

  • While intent is always important, it is no guarantee of artistic merit. "Nowruz", the Aga Khan Master Musicians' debut album, is an example of both in perfect synthesis.
    Aga Khan Master Musicians' "Nowruz"

    Sunshine, peace and the smell of home

    While intent is always important, it is no guarantee of artistic merit. "Nowruz", the Aga Khan Master Musicians' debut album, is an example of both in perfect synthesis. Richard Marcus had a listen

  • Is Palestinian suffering worth less than that of others? German indifference to the fate of the Palestinians is frightening,
    A German view on Israel and Palestine

    What we need is undivided sympathy

    Is Palestinian suffering worth less than that of others? German indifference to the fate of the Palestinians is frightening. A commentary by Daniel Bax

  • Karim El-Gawhary has been reporting from the Middle East for more than 30 years. The wars he’s witnessed and reported on during this time have led him to the conclusion: security needs political solutions, not military ones.
    Hamas terror attack aftermath

    Understanding is crucial for change

    Karim El-Gawhary has been reporting from the Middle East for more than 30 years. The wars he’s witnessed and reported on during this time have led him to the conclusion: security needs political solutions, not military ones

  • Israelis struggle to process Hamas attacks

    Hamas' brazen terror attacks caught Israel by surprise. Aside from their deadliness, the attacks have also dealt a blow to Israelis' sense of security. By William Noah Glucroft

  • Hundreds of Israelis were killed during the Hamas terror attacks, and scores are still missing or taken hostage.
    Israel

    Survivors mourn lost loved ones following Hamas terror attack

    Hundreds of Israelis were killed during the Hamas terror attacks, and scores are still missing or have been taken hostage. Tania Kraemer spoke to a few of those who lost loved ones in the attacks

  • Earthquake aftermath

    Asbestos lurks in Turkey's earthquake zone

    An exclusive DW investigation has revealed the health threat posed by asbestos in Turkey's Hatay province in the aftermath of the massive earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria in February 2023. Health experts are deeply concerned for residents. By Serdar Vardar and Pelin Ünker

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