Stories about Middle East & North Africa from July, 2014
As Rockets Rain on Gaza, Facebook Does Nothing to Stop Hate Speech Against Palestinians
A Facebook page featuring multiple posts in Hebrew calling for violence against Palestinians and Arabs has been active for three weeks.
Theater of War: Photo Captures Israelis ‘Watching’ Gaza Being Bombed
Earlier this week Israel launched a massive “Operation Defensive Edge” against Gaza, which has killed over 80 Palestinians so far, many of them women and children.
Bahrain Kicks Out Visiting American Human Rights Official
Bahrain, ruled by the Sunni al-Khalifa family, has faced criticism for its human rights record ever since the military cracked down on Shi'ite Muslim-led protests against the government in 2011.
Arabs Gloat at Brazil's World Cup Defeat
Arabs gloat at Brazil's humiliating defeat in the World Cup semi-finals which ended minutes ago
Ivorian Woman Pushed off 6th Floor for Demanding Salary in Lebanon
A young Ivorian woman was found dead after having been reportedly pushed off the 6th floor of an apartment following a suspected feud with her sponsor over her salary payment.
Israelis React to Renewed Conflict with Gaza
"Everyone says that firing on civilians in a war crime, and no one sees civilians on the other side," tweets Leftist Israeli blogger Noam.
International Authors Condemn Israel's Continued Settlement Construction
Sixteen international authors who participated at the Palestine Festival of Literature, held from in several Palestinian cities from May 31 to June 5, released a statement condemning Israel's continued settlement construction and applauding the efforts of the Boycott Divest and Sanction (BDS) campaign. The statement, shared on Facebook, reads: “Having...
Regional Terrorism Reaching Bahrain?
News that hardline Saudi cleric Mohamad Al Arefe will be visiting Bahrain tomorrow has caused controversy in the country, already simmering under sectarian strain.
Joined by Love, Separated by Egypt's Prison Walls
Mona Seif blogs about love, pain and hope in this must-read post about about her sister Sanaa, jailed for protesting in Egypt.
Saudi Human Rights Lawyer Waleed Abulkhair Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison
The sentence is part of Saudi Arabia's continued crackdown on human rights activists. Abulkhair was charged with “insulting general order” and “inflaming public opinion”.
Ramadan Flavoured Arrests in Egypt
Eleven young men were arrested in Egypt while having a late night Ramadan meal, Suhoor, and accused of illegal gathering. Noor Mattar checks out the Suhoor detainees.
Egypt Raises Fuel Prices by up to 78 Per Cent
Egyptian netizens are fuming over a price hike in fuel prices, which they say will lead to an increase in transportation, food and services costs.
How to Bypass the Egyptian Government's Internet Surveillance Program
Tarek Amr offers a quick guide on how to bypass the Egyptian Ministry of Interior's proposal for Internet Surveillance.
In Tunisia, the Question is To Vote or Not to Vote
As elections near in Tunisia, netizens are debating whether it is worth casting their votes in the upcoming legislative and presidential polls.
Bahraini Satirist Blogger Takrooz Arrested
Bahraini satirist micro-blogger Takrooz is being held on accusations of "inciting hatred against the regime" on Twitter.
Solidarity from Ankara for Alexander Sodiqov's Release
This post is part of our campaign #FreeAlexSodiqov: GV Author Detained in Tajikistan. Messages of support continue to pour in for Alexander Sodiqov, the Global Voices community member wrongfully detained by local authorities in Khorog, Tajikistan on June 16, while carrying out academic research. Global Voices is grateful to Dr....
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