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Middle East

The war and humanitarian crisis in Gaza directly impacts many Minnesotans. And while MPR News does not have journalists stationed in the region, we do have a responsibility to our audiences to report on how this ongoing conflict affects people here. Our goal is to provide MPR News audiences with a variety of perspectives, context and factual information. We are committed to using language that is as precise as possible.

As you will see here, the majority of the coverage on our air and our website is provided by our national and international news partners, NPR and the BBC. The language and terminology used to describe the conflict are changing. If you have questions or concerns about our coverage please reach out to us.

Minnesota protesters, officials call for cease-fire in Gaza

Minnesota protesters, officials call for cease-fire in Gaza

For many Minnesotans, the crisis in the Middle East hits close to home. Maple Grove residents Tariq and Manal Harmouda said close to three dozen of their relatives were killed in western Gaza on Thursday night.
by Ellie Roth

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Rally for Palestinians draws crowd to Minnesota Capitol

Rally for Palestinians draws crowd to Minnesota Capitol

A rally in support of Palestinians drew a large crowd to the Minnesota State Capitol Wednesday night. Demonstrators protested Israel’s response to the Oct. 7 Hamas attack and called for an end to both the siege of Gaza and American support for Israel.
by Matt Sepic

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A local expert weighs in on escalation in the war in Israel

A local expert weighs in on escalation in the war in Israel

Professor Eric Schwartz, who served in the Secretary of State’s office, shares his thoughts on a path towards peace following the bombing of a Gaza hospital and President Joe Biden’s wartime visit to Israel.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gretchen Brown

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Israel-Hamas war: How to sort truth from disinformation

Israel-Hamas war: How to sort truth from disinformation

Already the information pouring in at your fingertips can be overwhelming during a time like this. To help sort it out, MPR News guest host Emily Bright spoke with Emily Vraga. Vraga is an associate professor at the Hubbard School of Journalism at the University of Minnesota and studies mis- and disinformation.
by Emily Bright and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Minnesota Jews Against Genocide March calls for cease-fire in Gaza

Minnesota Jews Against Genocide March calls for cease-fire in Gaza

About a hundred people joined the Minnesota Jews Against Genocide March in downtown Minneapolis on Monday morning. The group is calling for a cease-fire and humanitarian aid measures in Gaza. 
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Rally for Palestine draws thousands to Bryant Square Park in Minneapolis

Rally for Palestine draws thousands to Bryant Square Park in Minneapolis

Thousands of people gathered near Bryant Square Park in Minneapolis for a rally for Palestine. Organizers said they're concerned about a looming invasion of Gaza by Israel that they say could mean the deaths of scores of civilians.
by Regina Medina

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'People do not want bombings': Minnesota Jewish community gathers after attack on Israel

'People do not want bombings': Minnesota Jewish community gathers after attack on Israel

The attack on Israel Saturday by Hamas militants has galvanized Jewish communities around the world — and in Minnesota. On Tuesday night, a solidarity gathering in St. Louis Park drew thousands of people.
by Matt Sepic

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