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At the DNC's spring meeting in New Orleans, members will debate nonbinding resolutions on recognizing a Palestinian state, conditioning U.S. military aid to Israel, and condemning AIPAC and other dark-money groups — tests that reveal a growing rift between party leadership and its progressive base on Israel, amid polling showing rising unfavorable views of Israel among Democrats.
At the 98th Academy Awards, Javier Bardem presented the Best International Feature winner while wearing a 'No a la Guerra' pin and declaring 'No to war and Free Palestine,' a moment that sparked online backlash accusing him of anti-Israel bias and prompting questions about why he was on stage. The controversy highlights ongoing debates about politics at the Academy Awards and aligns with Bardem’s past anti-war activism and recent advocacy surrounding Gaza and Israel relations.
At the Oscars, Javier Bardem proclaimed No to war and free Palestine while presenting Best International Film, wearing a No to war pin and a Palestine pin as the crowd applauded; he has previously joined an open letter criticizing Berlinale for Gaza silence and urged sanctions on Israel to stop genocide.
At the Oscars, Javier Bardem declared “No to war and Free Palestine,” wearing a Palestine pin and a placard reading “No a la Guerra.” The actor-activist has long championed Palestinian rights, publicly supporting boycotts of Israeli-linked entities and pressuring film festivals to condemn Israel’s actions in Gaza; he has also defended Film Workers For Palestine and reiterated that his advocacy targets organizations, not people.
During a West Bank raid in Tammun, Israeli forces killed a Palestinian couple and two of their children; two other children were wounded. A surviving boy described the attack and alleged soldiers beat the injured children after the shots, while the Israeli military said the vehicle threatened troops and that four people in the car were killed; the incident is under review. Palestinian officials condemned the killings as part of broader violence, amid ongoing clashes and related attacks in the region.
Thousands rallied in Tehran for Al-Quds Day as US-Israel strikes continue, with state media reporting a death near the rally; Iran’s toll stands at 1,444 dead and 18,551 wounded, and the IRGC says it launched missiles and drones at Israel in coordination with Hezbollah.
Canadian Indigenous filmmaker Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers returned the Toronto Film Critics Association award after the TFCA edited out part of her pro-Palestine speech to keep the ceremony’s timing. Tailfeathers condemned censorship as a threat to cinematic expression and said she cannot accept the tainted award, while TFCA president Johanna Schneller announced her resignation, saying the edit was about timing, not politics. The organization encouraged winners to share full remarks on their personal platforms.
Oscar-winning Susan Sarandon says her public support for Gaza led to Hollywood shunning, with her agency dropping her and a halt on major U.S. roles; she’s since pursued European/indie work with new UK/Italy representation, and she praises Spain’s government for ‘moral clarity’ on Palestine while condemning violence against Palestinians and calling out U.S. ICE policies.
US Representative Ro Khanna plans to introduce a non-binding House resolution condemning Israeli settlement expansion and settler violence, calling for accountability through potential sanctions under the Global Magnitsky Act against senior Israeli officials, a review of US policies that may subsidize settlements, and demands to halt demolitions, prevent land seizures, and pause new settlements in the West Bank; the measure is symbolic and would not become law, but would formally record lawmakers’ stance on the issue.
Alex Skopic reports that Nasrallah Abu Siyam, a 19-year-old Palestinian living in Mukhmas and a U.S. citizen born in Philadelphia, was fatally shot during a Feb. 18 raid by Israeli settlers aided by IDF forces as they tried to steal livestock; the piece catalogs a surge in West Bank violence and argues that U.S. officials, especially Pennsylvania's Governor Josh Shapiro and Senator John Fetterman, have failed to publicly condemn the killing, contrasting with comments from Rashida Tlaib and Brendan Boyle; the author accuses Shapiro and Fetterman of prioritizing support for Israel over protecting their own constituents and questions Shapiro's suitability for a future presidential run.
Pro-Palestine activists gathered outside Paramount Studios during the Scream 7 LA premiere, calling for a boycott of Paramount+ and criticizing the studio for firing Melissa Barrera after her support for Palestinians. The protest, led by Entertainment Labor for Palestine, CODEPINK LA, Musicians for Palestine, and Jewish Voice for Peace-Los Angeles, occurred as Barrera’s departure and other cast/crew changes unfolded, with Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and Mason Gooding among those attached to the film, which is still slated to release February 27, 2026.
At Berlinale’s 76th awards, Ilker Çatak’s Yellow Letters won the Golden Bear in a ceremony dominated by political statements on Gaza and Palestine, with other prizes going to Emin Alper’s Salvation (Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize) and Lance Hammer’s Queen at Sea (Silver Bear Jury Prize); festival leadership and Wim Wenders faced scrutiny as cinema and politics collided on stage.
At Berlinale’s charged closing ceremony, winners condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza as genocide and criticized the U.S. and German governments, with Abdallah Al-Khatib winning Best Feature Debut for Chronicles From the Siege and calling for Palestinian freedom; host Désirée Nosbusch, jury president Wim Wenders, and festival chief Tricia Tuttle framed the night around free speech, dialogue, and solidarity amid geopolitical tensions.
At Berlinale's 76th edition, awards and speeches leaned into Gaza politics, with Abdallah Alkhatib accepting Best First Feature wearing a keffiyeh and a Palestinian flag and calling for Palestine’s freedom; other winners and juries highlighted the festival’s political tensions, including open criticism of Berlinale’s silence on Gaza and a defense of free speech by festival leadership. The Golden Bear went to Yellow Letters, while Prosecution and Traces won Panorama Audience Awards, and Someday, a Child earned the Short Film prize.
Mexico’s president said on the mañanera that the government declined Donald Trump’s invitation to join his Board of Peace because Palestine would not be represented at the inaugural meeting; Mexico will participate only as an observer and emphasized recognition of Palestine. The briefing also highlighted a strengthened Mexico–Canada economic relationship and reaffirmed that the USMCA remains in place, with officials noting continued investment interest and economic ties as priorities.