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Friday, 22 August 2014
Three Hamas leaders killed in the Gaza Strip, 21 August 2014. Photo: Ibrahim Kader, Copyright Demotix

Another Ceasefire Collapses in Gaza, Death Toll Above 2,000

Yet again, both Hamas and Israel are exchanging blame for the failure of their ‘peace’ talks. Since Israel began its assault on Gaza on July 8, Israel and Hamas have committed to six ceasefires.

Netizen Report: Ukrainian Journalists Confront Censorship

In this 2-week summer edition, we look at rising threats to Internet openness in Ukraine, new censorship tactics in Iran, and the Kremlin's WiFi hotspot spy system.

1 Year Ago, Assad Attacked Al Ghouta with Chemical Weapons

If only today, writes Hiba Dlewati, let us spare a thought for the nearly 1,000 Syrians who were gassed to death by the Assad regime.

Egypt to U.S.: “Show Restraint in Ferguson”

Egyptians on Twitter are giving tips to U.S. police on how to deal with the ongoing unrest in Missouri, satirizing the Egyptian state and recalling its atrocities.
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