With everything that's been happening recently in Palestine, Sudan and the DRC, it's hard for us to take celebrities and influencers seriously. So we shared some honest words about it. Plus we give you an update on the latest news from the ICJ about Israel's occupation of (and reign of terror in) Palestine. And last but not least, Kier Starmer is a bloodclart.
The next rally to demand MPs vote for a ceasefire is Wednesday 21st February, at Parliament Sq, London, at 3:30 PM. More info here.
The next march for Congo is Saturday 23rd February, the meeting point is Oxford Circus, London, at 1:30 PM. More info here.
Listen to Momodu's podcast, The Malcolm Effect here where he interviews Kambale Musavuli about what's going on in Congo.
Support Friends of Congo: here
What's going on in DR Congo: Huge expansion in cobalt and copper mining is ‘wrecking lives’ - new report.
What's going on in Sudan: Civilians still being killed and displaced after six months of conflict
For updates on the latest news in Sudan, follow bsonblast and sudaneseresistancefront on Instagram.
Israel’s occupation of the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and the Gaza Strip - a summary written by Amnesty International
Saffana of @learncopywritingnow unpacks why words are important and how they’re used to sway opinions, especially in the current climate.
Books on the history of Palestine - Recommended by Sim Kern
The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine - by Ilan Pappe
The Hundred Years' War on Palestine: A History of Settler Colonial Conquest and Resistance - by Rashid I. Khalidi
Palestine Paperback (Graphic Novel) - by Joe Sacco
Social media accounts to stay informed about activity in Palestine:
Live from Gaza@motaz_azaiza @byplestia @ahmedhijazee @aborjelaa @salma_shurrab @joegaza93
Content hubs@eye.on.palestine @cravingpalestine @qudsnen @theimeu @mondoweiss
Analysis@mohammedelkurd @gazangirl @anat.international @adnan_barq @jenanmatari
Organizations you can donate to:
Restless Beings - an international human rights organisation supporting marginalised communities globally. You can donate to their Palestine Emergency Appeal. Support Friends of Congo: here
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