Gaza-conflict

The war in Gaza has not only devastated a territory. It has also shaken the world’s religious and moral conscience. That echo has now reached the doors of the Church of England. After years of silence, the Church of England’s General Synod has decided to give serious consideration to the voices and experiences of Palestinian Christians. The decision, adopted with overwhelming support, is being viewed by many as a significant turning point. Under the Synod’s decision, there will be a formal...

At least nine Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks and gunfire in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, Gaza health and police officials said. The dead included a 10-year-old child and a senior Hamas police official. According to Gaza health officials, more than 1,100 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks since a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect in October. Although the ceasefire has halted major fighting, sporadic violence has continued. During the same period, four...