20 November 2024
Weekly Highlights
This week, we focus on New Zealand after a protest for Maori rights drew tens of thousands of protesters to the country’s parliament.
On World Children's Day, we also turn our attention to Gaza, where the ongoing Israeli war has killed at least 17,400 children.
Finally, we take a look at the US's decision to allow Ukraine to use long-range missiles in its war effort against Russia.
Why are New Zealand's Maori protesting over colonial-era treaty bill?
Thousands have marched against a bill they believe undermines the Treaty of Waitangi and limits Maori rights.
An A-Z of the children Israel killed in Gaza
In the besieged and bombarded territory, one child is killed every 30 minutes.
Are ATACMS missiles 'too late' for Ukrainian strikes on Russia?
The US has allowed Ukraine to attack deep within Russia, a move that has provoked the Kremlin.
Mixed feelings in Lebanon as anticipation of a ceasefire builds
Anticipation of further Israeli strikes and hopes for a ceasefire compete for hearts and minds in Lebanon.
OPINION: On genocide, Trump will be no different from Biden
Trump has picked 'staunchly pro-Israel' cadres for his administration, just like all other US presidents of the past 75 years, writes Andrew Mitrovica.