Articles tagged as: Gaza
November 24, 2023
Wars can give rise to disease outbreaks. This poses potential risk to public health in the U.S. too
Wars are fertile grounds for infectious disease outbreaks and drug resistant illnesses. We live in an interconnected world and what begins in overseas conflict zones can spill over locally. Public health experts worry as vaccine hesitancy rises in the U.S.
Read MoreNovember 6, 2023
The death toll in Gaza surpasses 10,000 as the conflict enters a second month
Israeli forces have reached the coast of Gaza, splitting the besieged area in half and essentially cutting off the north from the south.
Read MoreNovember 2, 2023
Americans leaving Gaza report chaos, relief — and worry for people staying behind
Hundreds of Americans appeared on a list of passport holders approved to leave the territory, as President Biden called for a "pause" in hostilities to allow for the release of hostages held by Hamas.
Read MoreOctober 26, 2023
Israel conducts its biggest raid yet into Gaza, where fuel levels are critically low
The Israeli military said the overnight raid involved tanks and troops and is "part of the preparation for the next stages of war." Meanwhile, the death toll in Gaza has surpassed 7,000.
Read MoreOctober 22, 2023
Indianapolis protests call for ceasefire in Gaza, end to U.S. aid to Israel
Hundreds of protesters gathered in downtown Indianapolis on two nights this weekend to call for a ceasefire and raise awareness of the mounting death toll in Gaza, as Israeli airstrikes enter a third week this Monday.
Read MoreOctober 19, 2023
Aid deal brings hope to hungry Gaza residents, but no food yet
A deal struck Thursday is set to allow humanitarian aid parked in Egypt into Gaza. How much and how soon food would arrive remains uncertain.
Read MoreOctober 16, 2023
Biden set to visit Tel Aviv and Amman as Israel-Gaza conflict intensifies
President Biden plans to head to the region ahead of what's expected to be an intense ground battle inside Gaza as Israeli forces look for Hamas militants involved with the Oct. 7 attacks.
Read MoreOctober 14, 2023
U.S. students are clashing over the Israel-Hamas war. What can colleges do?
The conflict has heightened tensions on U.S. campuses. What is the role and responsibility of colleges right now?
Read MoreOctober 13, 2023
How to help humanitarian efforts in Israel and Gaza
Humanitarian groups are working to respond to the violence in Israel and Gaza. Here are some ways to help and avoid getting scammed.
Read MoreOctober 12, 2023
Why Hamas and Israel reached this moment now — and what comes next
The conflict is expected to escalate even further in the coming days. But for now, Hamas sees itself with the upper hand.
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