‘The livestream was critical evidence’: Tracing attacks on Gaza’s press buildings

Léa Peruchon

June 26, 2024

The Israeli army struck major media institutions in Gaza despite assurances of safety, and appears to have deliberately targeted cameras that were broadcasting the military offensive, a new investigation shows.

The Press House in ruins on February 10, 2024, after the departure of the Israeli army. (Mohammed Salem/provided by ARIJ)

The Release of Julian Assange: Plea Deals and Dark Legacies

Binoy Kampmark

June 26, 2024

One of the longest sagas of political persecution is coming to its terminus. That is, if you believe in final chapters. Nothing about the fate of Julian Assange seems determinative.

His accusers and inquisitors will draw some delight at the plea deal reached between the WikiLeaks founder’s legal team and the US Department of Justice. Others, such as former US Vice President, Mike Pence, thought it unjustifiably lenient.