War in the Middle East: Reliable Sources and Helpful Information
News and information about the situation in Israel and Gaza.
Protests at US Universities
Campus Protests
- How Counterprotesters at U.C.L.A. Provoked Violence, Unchecked for Hours (interactive)
The New York Times used videos filmed by journalists, witnesses and protesters to analyze hours of clashes — and a delayed police response — at a pro-Palestinian encampment on Tuesday. - Untangling the Mess of Campus Protests (34:00) + transcriptOn this episode of “Matter of Opinion,” the hosts get heated about the political divisions and contradictions revealed by the recent campus protests and ask why some in Washington seem so invested in perpetuating the demonstrations.
Q&As with Experts
- Here’s what students need to know about protesting on campus right now
As Israel/Gaza campus protests spread nationwide, FIRE answers questions about students’ expressive rights.
Breaking News
Breaking News / Updates on the War
US News Sources
- Israel-Gaza War Updates
Be sure to sign up for an NYT account. See instructions below: - Israel at War With Hamas: Live Updates and Analysis
Includes videos
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International News Sources
Reliable News Organizations on TikTok
Resources for students
Other Resources for Students
- Fact Check
Examining social media narratives and misinformation - How to limit graphic social media images from the Israel-Hamas war
Tips for limiting graphic images on all major social media platforms. - How to avoid misinformation about the war in Gaza
The war between Israel and Hamas has created the perfect circumstances for misinformation to accelerate online.
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Q&As from experts
- How TikTok Brings War Home to Your ChildThe popular app can feed young users a stream of intense, polarized and hard-to-verify videos about the Israel-Hamas war.
Includes examples and data.
Q&As with Experts
- The Tunnels of GazaHow the subterranean maze below the Gaza Strip works. Includes extensive illustrations.
- Axios Explains: Israel-Hamas war The big picture
Includes brief, clear background information and breaking news in one place. - Explainer: What war crimes laws apply to the Israel-Palestinian conflict?Explains the law of war and its application to the conflict. Includes video (3:00).
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