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In Israel, Public Opinion Defies Army Responsibility for Gaza Crisis

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

As international scrutiny intensifies on Israel regarding accusations of starving the Gaza Strip, a significant portion of the Israeli population remains largely convinced that neither its army nor its government bears responsibility for the dire situation.

Regular demonstrations are occurring across Israel, advocating for an end to the Gaza Strip invasion. These protests are driven by a dual desire: the return of Israeli hostages and an end to the suffering of Palestinian civilians.on Thursday evening in Tel Aviv, a large exhibition saw photos of hungry children from Gaza being displayed prominently.

>> Read: In Tel Aviv, photos of Gazaouis children challenge public opinion

While these Israelis, often from the left, acknowledge the suffering of Gaza’s civilians, they predominantly reject attributing blame to their government. “I am convinced that the IDF has no intention of starving civilians. While I may oppose this government, I am certain its goal is not to orchestrate a famine,” stated one demonstrator to RTS microphones.

Instinctively, they consider the people of Gaza as an enemy. They feel obliged to attack or flee.

ADI ARGOVE, pacifist militant

The Israeli government maintains that famine is not even occurring in Gaza. The army frequently disseminates images of humanitarian aid trucks entering the enclave, alongside claims that millions of tons of aid are being delivered, while accusing Hamas of appropriating it. Israeli media coverage also tends to minimize the horrors experienced by Palestinians.

>> Read on this subject: israeli media little show the consequences of the war on the Palestinian side

This narrative resonates with a large majority of Israelis, though a small group of activists challenges it. “More than 26,000 children have been hospitalized for malnutrition, according to the Gaza Ministry of Health,” reported Adi Argove, a pacifist activist and curator of a site documenting Gaza’s victims. Argove suggests that Israelis’ reluctance to acknowledge famine in Gaza stems from the shock of the October 7th massacres. “They tell themselves: ‘If I start to feel pity for the lion pursuing me, I’ll be eaten’,” she explains. “Instinctively, they consider the people of Gaza as an enemy. They feel obliged to attack or flee.This is more or less what is happening in Israeli society.”

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Pride Marches Face Bans & Threats in Budapest & Paris

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

Pride Marches Worldwide Face Political Tensions and Rising Transphobia

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Paris – Pride celebrations around the world are taking place amidst a backdrop of increasing political tension and concerns over LGBTQ+ rights. The annual Paris march, organized by inter-LGBT, an organization comprising around fifty member associations, concluded with musical performances, but began with serious concerns voiced by organizers. These concerns echo sentiments felt at Pride events globally, including the recent ban of a Pride march in Budapest.

Political Climate Threatens LGBTQ+ Rights

Julia Torlet, president of SOS Homophobia, addressed marchers in Paris, stating, “We are in a threatening, politically terrible context. For the first time in years, our rights are really in danger.” ILGA World reports increasing challenges to LGBTQ+ rights in various countries, highlighting the urgency of the current situation.

The representative of Aid Aid emphasized the international scope of the threat, pointing to the United States, Hungary, Italy, and Russia as examples of rising reactionary forces. The slogan “against the reactionary international, Queers of all countries, Usons” was prominently displayed on a banner during the march.

Did You Know? The first Pride march was held in New York city on June 28, 1970, one year after the Stonewall Riots.

Tensions and Divisions Within the Movement

Beyond the broader political concerns, the parisian march also grappled with internal tensions. These included disagreements over a poster deemed too client-focused by some, and the unwelcome arrival of an identity collective, Eros, which presented itself as an organ of struggle “against the ideological drifts Wook and LGBT.”

Vivi Strobel, spokesperson for the Bi’Caus association, expressed concern over the rise in transphobia internationally.”The context is difficult becuase there is a rise in transphobia internationally. We try to ban, walking in Budapest, a collective of the far right is trying to demonstrate with us in Paris,” Strobel told AFP.

Counter-Protests and Security Measures

Approximately fifteen members of the Eros collective gathered away from the main procession, observed by an AFPTV journalist.Several dozen police officers were deployed to prevent any interaction between the two groups.

Yohan Pawer,head of the Eros group and a former candidate of eric Zemmour,told the press,”Our presence is not welcome,but it is a march of pride. We are proud to be homosexual and proud to be French.”

Pro Tip: Supporting local LGBTQ+ organizations can definitely help to foster inclusivity and combat discrimination.

Global Impact and Personal Reflections

In hungary, despite a police ban, the Budapest Pride march proceeded on Saturday. In the United States, Donald trump’s stance against diversity promotion programs is causing concern. Romaric, 40, attending the Paris march with his companion Florent, 38, stated, “It is a militant act to come when we see what is happening in the world, in the USA. Losing the rights for which we have fought for years, it is scary.”

Piyie, 18, who attended the march with friends, emphasized the importance of political demonstration in a festive atmosphere. Pride marches are often organized locally by associations throughout France, typically in June, commemorating the Stonewall riots, a pivotal moment in the LGBT+ movement that occurred on June 27-28, 1969, in New York.

Pride March Timeline

event Date Significance
Stonewall Riots June 27-28, 1969 Founding mobilization of the LGBT+ movement
First Pride March June 28, 1970 Marked the one-year anniversary of Stonewall
Paris Pride March 2025 June 28, 2025 Demonstrates solidarity amidst rising political tensions
Budapest Pride March 2025 June 28, 2025 Proceeded despite a police ban, highlighting resilience

Pride Marches: A Continuing Fight for Equality

Pride marches serve as both a celebration of LGBTQ+ identity and a crucial platform for advocating for equal rights. The challenges faced in 2025 underscore the ongoing need for vigilance and activism.

What steps can individuals take to support LGBTQ+ rights in their communities? How can allies effectively contribute to creating a more inclusive society?

Evergreen Insights: Background, Context, Historical Trends

Pride Month, celebrated annually in June, commemorates the Stonewall Riots and recognizes the impact LGBTQ+ individuals have had on the world. The movement for LGBTQ+ rights has evolved considerably over the decades, from early activism focused on decriminalization to contemporary efforts addressing issues such as marriage equality, transgender rights, and intersectional discrimination. Despite progress, LGBTQ+ individuals continue to face discrimination in areas such as employment, housing, and healthcare, highlighting the ongoing need for advocacy and legal protections.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pride Marches

Why are Pride marches crucial?

Pride marches are critically important as they provide a platform for LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies to celebrate identity, build community, and advocate for equal rights.

What are some common themes at Pride marches?

Common themes at Pride marches include LGBTQ+ rights, social justice, equality, and inclusivity.

How can I support the LGBTQ+ community?

You can support the LGBTQ+ community by educating yourself on LGBTQ+ issues, advocating for inclusive policies, and supporting LGBTQ+ organizations.

What is the significance of the rainbow flag?

The rainbow flag is a symbol of LGBTQ+ pride and represents the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community.

How can I become an ally to the LGBTQ+ community?

You can become an ally by listening to and amplifying LGBTQ+ voices, challenging discrimination, and advocating for LGBTQ+ rights.

Disclaimer: This article provides general information and should not be considered legal or financial advice.

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Thousands of demonstrators to defend the Carhaix hospital –

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com
written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

Several thousand people gathered on Saturday October 12 to demand the reopening of the emergency room at Carhaix hospital and for the State to apply the crisis exit protocol, as it had committed to doing a year ago.

A successful bet for the organizations which had called for a rally, this Saturday, October 12, in front of the Carhaix hospital, since the crowd was there, despite very unpredictable weather…

In the morning, a conference at Karaez Park had caregivers and health professionals testify so that Brittany obtains more autonomy in this area and that “health policies are no longer managed by Paris and the ARS, but by institutions closer to Breton realities,” explained a member of Bretagne major, organizer of the event.

Around 11:30 a.m., several thousand people flocked to the Carhaix hospital, in a joyful and colorful atmosphere. For more than an hour, the speakers demanded the reopening of emergencies and that the State and the management of the Brest-Carhaix Chru respect the crisis exit protocol signed last November.

Several elected officials and parliamentarians spoke, from Philippe Poutou (NPA) to Corentin Le Fur (Right LR).

Towards a hardening of the movement ?

Around 1 p.m., the demonstrators went in a procession towards the gendarmerie, tractors in the lead. Yann Manac’h, from the FNSEA, warned: “We took our skips to signify that, if our demands are not heard, we are going to block French state buildings with them!” At the gendarmerie level, Bagad Karaez struck up his stainless demonstration tube, then a few firecrackers were thrown at the gendarmes by young left-wing separatists.

A small moment of tension which did not sum up a very good-natured demonstration. Nevertheless, among certain defenders of the Breton center hospital, we heard, off the record, questions. “For more than a year, we have been carrying out peaceful actions without obtaining anything. On the contrary, we see trade unionists and elected officials placed in police custody. Maybe it’s time to put a little more pressure on…”

In the meantime, a follow-up meeting on the memorandum of understanding is due to take place on Thursday October 16. With this successful mobilization (between 3,000 people according to the gendarmerie and 10,000 according to the organizers), the Breton centers showed their determination to keep their hospital this Saturday.

Several thousand people gathered on October 12

“Brittany is not just a landscape that ARS executives look at in their second home, Brittany is the country where we live,” said Gaël Roblin, municipal councilor of Guingamp.

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In Carhaix, to defend hospital emergencies, calls to mobilize on October 12 are increasing

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com
written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

Calls for a rally in front of the Carhaix hospital on Saturday October 12 are increasing. The Carhaix sports office, the CGT local union of Carhaix, the Sud Santé Sociaux union of Finistère as well as the NPA-l’Anticapitaliste Kreiz Breizh and Kemper committees, the NPA-l’Anticapitaliste 29, the Communist Party and the UDB Kreiz Breizh, in turn call on the population to meet at 11:30 a.m. in front of the establishment to demand “the reopening of Carhaisian emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week” in accordance with the crisis exit protocol ratified in October 2023.

The sports office

The sports office invites the sporting world to mobilize. “Despite the protocol of October 27, 2023 (signed but still not implemented), several vital services at Carhaix hospital are threatened and the emergency rooms partially open. These services are essential to the health of the population of our territory and particularly for our associations and sports organizations,” indicates the structure in a press release.

L’union locale CGT

“Regulated” emergencies have become the norm everywhere in Brittany and France,” deplores the local CGT union in Carhaix, which considers that it is “up to the entire nation to ensure this access to health. It is therefore up to the State, its democratic incarnation, to guarantee each individual, whatever their financial means, place of residence and origin, access to quality care.” “We must therefore all unite to defend a public health service, with funding based on social security contributions,” writes the union, which also demands that “finally, all lawsuits brought against the defenders of the hospital cease.”

The NPA-the Anticapitalist

“So that never again a patient taken care of by the firefighters and referred by the 15 to the Carhaix emergency room, is obliged with these same firefighters to travel 350 km and five hours of driving between different hospitals to finally be taken care of at Noyal Pontivy”, explain for their part the NPA-l’Anticapitaliste Kreiz Breiz and Kemper committees and the NPA-l’Anticapitaliste 29. The latter also demand the strengthening of the hospital’s resources, the dismissal of the complaint against the defenders of the hospital summoned under the regime of police custody as well as the consolidation of health insurance in particular and Social Security as a whole.

South social health of Finistère

For Sud Santé Sociaux du Finistère, this regional mobilization of October 12 aims to support the public hospital “in the face of the destructive policies of successive governments”. “It must remind our politicians that we are more determined than ever to defend public services in general at a time when the Prime Minister plans to implement yet another austerity policy with new attacks on public functions. The public hospital is one of the pivots of national solidarity and we must defend it,” indicates the union.

Communist Party of Carhaix-Huelgoat

“The attack orchestrated for many years against our public services, including our health service, is the result of a political, neoliberal desire to break down for the benefit of the private sector,” points out the PCF, adding: “Health is It is also the nursing homes whose successive reports show the race for profit to the detriment of the well-being of residents. » The communists of Carhaix-Huelgoat demand respect for the “protocol signed in 2023”.

UDB Kreiz Breizh

For its part, the UDB Kreiz Breizh denounces “the collusion of interests between the ARS, the management of the Brest hospital and the prefects who apply to the letter the policies of breaking the public hospital put in place by successive governments. For the party, “the new policy that must be put in place in Brittany necessarily involves calling into question the policy of the centralizing State and more autonomy for Brittany in the management of the health card and services local public”.

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Residents of the San Antonio megatoma demonstrate against imminent eviction: they propose buying land | National

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com
written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

UNO Agency | Manuel Lema