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This Is Palestine

The Institute for Middle East Understanding

"This Is Palestine" is a podcast that highlights people, issues, and events around Palestine. We bring you stories from the ground in Palestine, and we speak with experts and activists to bring you unique perspectives and analysis about Palestine from across the world. This podcast is a project of the Institute for Middle East Understanding (IMEU).

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00:18:05

Reverend Mitri Raheb: Why Christmas in Palestine is...

This Is Palestine ·

2023/12/20

Last month, the Bethlehem municipality announced the cancellation of Christmas celebrations in the city of Christ’s birth, as a gesture of mourning and in honor of the tens of thousands of Palestinians killed in Gaza by Israel. Palestinian churches and local leaders emphasize that canceling Christmas in Palestine aims to send a message to the world and to those celebrating, highlighting that Israel is bombing the very birthplace of Christmas. They assert that if Jesus were alive today, 'he would be

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00:30:58

Hope Amidst Ruins: Dr. Ghassan Abu-Sitta’s Frontline...

This Is Palestine ·

2023/12/15

For our 100th episode, Diana Buttu speaks with Dr. Ghassan Abu-Sitta, a renowned British-Palestinian doctor. Just two days into Israel's brutal bombing campaign on the Gaza Strip, he decided to head to Gaza to provide life-saving medical treatment to Palestinians. He remained in Gaza for 43 days, giving the world a glimpse into the impact on Palestinians and the healthcare system in Gaza through his social media accounts and interviews, highlighting the effects of Israel’s siege and bombings. As we

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00:13:56

A Palestinian Teenager’s Experience in an Israeli Prison

This Is Palestine ·

2023/12/01

As of the time of this recording, Israel has temporarily halted its brutal bombing campaign on the Gaza Strip. As part of the agreement to “pause” the bombing, Israel is releasing Palestinian kids and women held in Israeli prisons in exchange for the release of Israelis held in Gaza. The vast majority of those released have never been convicted. In this episode, we highlight the story of a young Palestinian teenager who was released by Israel, how and why he ended up in Israeli prisons and the

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00:35:10

Former Top UN Official Craig Mokhiber on Israel’s...

This Is Palestine ·

2023/11/22

It has been more than 46 days since Israel began its brutal bombing campaign against Palestinians in Gaza. During this period, Israel has killed more than 14,000 Palestinians, including more than 5,500 children in Gaza alone. Thousands of Palestinians remain trapped under the rubble. The Israeli military has deliberately bombed hospitals, mosques, churches, homes, ambulances, and vital infrastructure throughout Gaza. On top of the ruthless bombing campaign, Israel has intensified its blockade on

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00:22:50

Palestine and Social Media

This Is Palestine ·

2023/11/15

Time and time again, we've witnessed the familiar cycle: Israel launches a brutal bombing campaign on Gaza, putting Palestine into the global spotlight. Palestinian voices are often sidelined in mainstream discourse. So, Palestinians turn to the only available tool they have: social media. It becomes their primary means to share their stories and amplify their voices. However, this very tool is frequently subjected to censorship. Since October 7, we've seen this censorship take on new heights. For

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00:32:03

Gaza's Catastrophic Medical Crisis

This Is Palestine ·

2023/11/09

Israel has been bombing the besieged Gaza Strip nonstop. Israel has cut off water supplies, fuel supplies, electricity supplies and even food and has prevented virtually all supplies from countries around the world from reaching the besieged Gaza Strip. Israel has killed over 10,000 Palestinians, including more than 4,100 children. Additionally, thousands remain trapped beneath the rubble, desperate for help. We shed light on the situation at al-Shifa, Gaza Strip's largest hospital, which has

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00:22:57

Israel Imprisoned and Tortured Thousands of...

This Is Palestine ·

2023/11/03

Note the conversation of this podcast was recorded before the developments of November 3rd. The term '48' refers to the Palestinian territories before the creation of Israel, specifically the areas that became part of Israel following the Nakba in 1948. Thank you for listening to 'This is Palestine'!Follow our host Diana Buttu on Twitter hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on Twitter hereFollow us on Facebook hereVisit our website here

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00:28:56

Nakba 2.0: Israel’s War on Palestinians

This Is Palestine ·

2023/11/01

Today marks the 25th day of Israel's ongoing bombing campaign in Gaza. The death toll has tragically risen to over 8,525 Palestinians, including more than 3,542 children at the time of this recording. These numbers, however, don't capture the full extent of the human tragedy, such as the people killed today by Israel's bombing in the Jabilya refugee camp in northern Gaza. In recent days, a 10-page document dated October 13, 2023, has come to light, prominently featuring the logo of Israel's

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00:13:54

Voices From Gaza Part 2

This Is Palestine ·

2023/10/25

This podcast was recorded on October 22nd. Since then, the number of Palestinians killed has increased, with Israel now having killed over 6,547 Palestinians, including at least 2,704 children. We hear from several Palestinians in Gaza and the horrific experience they are enduring.Thank you for listening to 'This is Palestine'! Follow our host Diana Buttu on Twitter here Follow us on Instagram here Follow us on Twitter here Follow us on Facebook here Visit our website here

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00:09:28

Voices From Gaza

This Is Palestine ·

2023/10/16

Israel gave the UN 24 hours to evacuate 1.1 million Palestinians from northern Gaza. That is impossible. Roads have been completely destroyed. Experts have warned that an Israeli ground invasion expected to follow would result in horrific mass violence against Palestinian civilians, including mass displacement. Palestinians are being told to leave, but they are completely trapped with nowhere to turn for safety. At the time of this recording, Israel has already killed more than 2000 Palestinians,

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00:29:28

The Gaza Crisis: Whats Unfolding

This Is Palestine ·

2023/10/10

Israel continues to rain bombs on Gaza, home to more than 2 million Palestinians—half of them children—who have been trapped there under a suffocating Israeli siege for over 16 years. With no route to safety, Palestinians in Gaza face each day with the dread of a potential airstrike on their community, unsure if their homes will remain standing by nightfall. Host Diana Buttu welcomes her former co-host, Omar Baddar, to discuss the current violence, the US response, and what’s to come.Thank you for

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00:15:00

The Oslo Accords Part 2

This Is Palestine ·

2023/09/19

It's been 30 years since the #OsloAccords, and Palestinians have received nothing but fewer rights, increased settler land theft, and more Israeli violence. The "peace process" was a sham. Host Diana Buttu breaks down the Oslo Accords and the legacy they left behind. Listen to part 2 of our Oslo Accords episode. Thank you for listening to 'This is Palestine'! Follow our host Diana Buttu on Twitter here Follow us on Instagram here Follow us on Twitter here Follow us on Facebook here Visit our

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00:22:03

The Oslo Accords Part 1

This Is Palestine ·

2023/09/18

It's been 30 years since the Oslo Accords, and Palestinians have received nothing but fewer rights, increased settler land theft, and more Israeli violence. The "peace process" was a sham. Host Diana Buttu breaks down the Oslo Accords and the legacy they left behind. Thank you for listening to 'This is Palestine'! Follow our host Diana Buttu on Twitter here Follow us on Instagram here Follow us on Twitter here Follow us on Facebook here Visit our website here

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00:12:10

What happened in Burqa, Nablus - Part 2

This Is Palestine ·

2023/09/14

Listen to host Diana Buttu as she delves deep into a chapter of Palestinian history. Journey back to 1973, when under the cloak of night, Israeli soldiers seized a scenic hilltop near the town of Burqa, Nablus. Once a serene haven of apple orchards and mesmerizing terraces, this 173 dunam (approximately 43 acres) land, owned by Palestinians, was transformed overnight. Families who once flocked here to immerse themselves in nature's embrace suddenly found their beloved land overtaken to establish a

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00:12:01

What happened in Burqa, Ramallah - Part 1

This Is Palestine ·

2023/08/31

In part one of this two-part special, host Diana Buttu dives deep into the stories of two West Bank towns with identical names: Burqa. Beyond their names, these towns are united by an overwhelming challenge — the presence of Israeli settlers, soldiers, and a legal system that often appears to favor land acquisition. Our journey begins in Burqa near Ramallah. Just a few weeks ago, a tragic event took place as Israeli settlers took the life of an 18-year-old Palestinian, Qusai Mitan. Listen as Diana

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00:16:05

Israel's Judicial Overhaul Explained

This Is Palestine ·

2023/08/10

In this episode, host @dianabuttu speaks with Hassan Jabareen, the founder and General Director of Adalah, a human rights organization based in Haifa that focuses on the rights of Palestinians. For more than 25 years, Hassan has litigated scores of landmark cases regarding Palestinians before the Israeli Supreme Court. Hassan explains to us how Israel’s judicial overhaul impacts Palestinians living under Israel’s rule - whether as so-called citizens or those in the occupied territory. Follow

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00:14:30

Israel's Invasion of Jenin

This Is Palestine ·

2023/07/12

Last week, the Israeli military began a two-day invasion in the Palestinian city of Jenin. Israeli soldiers killed 12 Palestinians—including at least 4 children—left over 100 Palestinians injured, and destroyed dozens of homes. Most Palestinian families living in Jenin’s refugee camp were forced out of their homes by violent militias in 1948 in order to steal their land and create Israel. Their stories are ones of survival under relentless violence at the hands of Israeli occupation and apartheid

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00:24:56

The Occupied West Bank On Fire: Israeli Settler...

This Is Palestine ·

2023/06/23

Diana Buttu breaks down the escalating Israeli violence in Palestine. We've seen hundreds of Israeli settlers attacking Palestinian towns, setting homes and cars on fire. This comes on the heels of a violent invasion by the Israeli military into the Palestinian city of Jenin, which resulted in the loss of six Palestinian lives, including two children, and wounded at least 90 more. For the first time in 2 decades, Israel attacked Palestinians using a helicopter. The helicopter shot a rocket at a

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00:19:18

Drawing Hope: Mohammad Sabaaneh, Renowned Palestinian...

This Is Palestine ·

2023/06/08

Join Diana Buttu as she engages in a captivating conversation with the renowned Palestinian political cartoonist and author, Mohammad Sabaaneh. Delve into the world of Sabaaneh's mesmerizing black-and-white illustrations that powerfully depict the daily oppression endured by Palestinians under Israeli occupation. In this episode, we explore the depths of Sabaaneh's award-winning graphic novel, "Power Born of Dreams: My Story Is Palestine," which chronicles his personal journey of enduring five

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00:35:14

Rock Climbing in Palestine

This Is Palestine ·

2023/05/23

In today’s episode, we hear from Palestinian American writer, podcaster, rock climber, and now filmmaker Andrew Bisharat. Bisharat stars in the new Reel Rock 17 film, “Resistance Climbing.”The new film follows the journey of a group of Palestinian and US climbers as Bishrat explores his Palestinian identity through the world of climbing. Bisharat spoke to us about co-narrating the new documentary and what led him to join the unique project. He tells us about his emotional trip returning to his

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