Israel to release 1,000 Palestinians in swap for Hamas-held soldier, Gilad Shalit
Israel approved a prisoner swap with Gaza's governing Hamas movement early this morning, prompting celebratory street parties in both Israel and Palestine.

International law is being eroded at the UN
Despite its mistakes and shortcomings the UN is a place where all member states have the chance to express their opinions - but this is not always the case.

Palestinian labor leader links struggle for statehood, worker rights
An interview with Shaher Sa'ed, General Secretary of the Palestinian General Federation of Trade Unions, by Martine Hassoun.

