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.

November 17, 2023 5:00 PM

Israel told Palestinians to evacuate to southern Gaza — and stepped up attacks there

Satellite imagery shows a steady increase in the number of buildings destroyed in middle and southern Gaza. Most damage appeared after Oct. 13, when Israel's military urged evacuation from the north.

by Ruth Sherlock, Daniel Wood and Abu Bakr Bashir

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November 17, 2023 3:18 PM

In a tale of two protests, a stark divide among young voters on the Israel-Hamas war

Young voters lean toward Democrats but amid the U.S. response to the Israel-Hamas war, many Gen Z and millennial Americans are trying to find where they fit in the party — if at all.

by Elena Moore

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November 17, 2023 2:40 PM

Israel says it will allow limited deliveries of fuel to Gaza for aid needs

Israel will allow 140,000 liters of fuel into Gaza every two days for the United Nations’ use to distribute aid and for telecommunications provider Paltel to keep phone and internet service available.

by Becky Sullivan and Michele Kelemen

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November 17, 2023 11:56 AM

Netanyahu says Gaza needs a new 'civilian government,' but won't say who

NPR’s Steve Inskeep talks to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about Israel’s war on Hamas. Netanyahu says once Hamas is defeated, Israel has to make sure there is no resurgence of terrorism.

by Rachel Treisman and Steve Inskeep

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November 17, 2023 10:51 AM

Materials and power: Artist investigates labor rights and solidarity in textile exhibition

In an exhibit, Minneapolis artist Rachel Breen highlights the labor rights of garment workers and the issues of overconsumption and fast fashion, incorporating textile works, a site-specific wall drawing, and reflections on historical garment industry tragedies, all aimed at emphasizing solidarity and collective power.

by Alex V. Cipolle

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November 16, 2023 4:03 AM

The U.S. has special rules for satellites over one country: Israel

It's not unusual for countries to restrict satellite images of sensitive locations. But in the case of Israel, a U.S. law seeks to protect an entire — and separate — country.

by Bill Chappell

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November 15, 2023 4:00 AM

More Americans are saying Israel's response is going too far in its war with Hamas

An equal number say Israel's response to Hamas' attack has either been too much or about right. A majority of Democrats now say it's been too much, driven by people of color and younger respondents.

by Domenico Montanaro

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November 12, 2023 8:20 PM

Gaza's 2 largest hospitals have ceased to function, health officials say

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a televised speech Saturday night that there would be no cease-fire in Gaza until all hostages held by Hamas are released.

by Lauren Frayer, Aya Batrawy, Peter Kenyon and Greg Myre

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November 12, 2023 9:30 AM

March to Capitol to call for cease-fire in Gaza

Thousands of people marched to the Minnesota State Capitol on Saturday, marking the fifth week of Twin Cities protests condemning Israel’s response to the Oct. 7 Hamas attack.

by Feven Gerezgiher

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November 8, 2023 1:17 PM

What disaster creates: A Palestinian American artist investigates conflict

In Minneapolis, Palestinian American artist Lamia Abukhadra’s new light installation, “Not the Sunrise,” at the Hair + Nails gallery, juxtaposes images of the sun with the stark reality of the 2021 bombings in Gaza, challenging perceptions of conflict and media through art.

by Alex V. Cipolle

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