5 days ago · RAFAH, Gaza Strip — For nearly 16 months, Israeli airstrikes pounded the Gaza Strip, flattening entire neighborhoods and leveling tens of thousands of structures. A ceasefire agreement that began last Sunday has paused the war between Israel and Hamas, but this small territory — home to some 2 million Palestinians — now lies in ruins.

3 days ago · The long trek home by Palestinians comes as mediators helped end twin crises over ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon.

3 days ago · Ceasefires in Israel's conflicts with Hamas and Hezbollah hit snags. A disagreement over a hostage prevented Palestinians' return to northern Gaza. In Lebanon, Israeli troops clashed with protesters.

2 days ago · As families reunite, they also confront the devastation wrought by the 15-month war. Tens of thousands of tents are being sent to northern Gaza, where entire neighborhoods have been flattened.

Jan 19, 2025 · In Gaza’s southern city of Rafah, residents returned to find massive destruction across the city that was once a hub for displaced families fleeing Israel’s bombardment elsewhere. Some found human remains amid the rubble of houses and the streets.

Jan 3, 2024 · PORTLAND (WGME) – The city of Portland is calling for a cease-fire in Gaza. City councilors voted unanimously to approve a non-binding resolution Wednesday night, urging the United States...

Sep 5, 2024 · Lawmakers in Portland, Maine voted unanimously on Wednesday to divest public funds from "all entities complicit" in Israel's assault on the Gaza Strip, making the city the first on the U.S. East Coast to take such a step.

Oct 13, 2023 · Ruben says Israel has ordered more than a million civilians from Northern Gaza, but that Saturday’s brutal attacks forced Israeli retaliation.

Oct 9, 2023 · The militant Hamas rulers of the Gaza Strip carried out an unprecedented, multi-front attack on Israel at daybreak Saturday, firing thousands of rockets as dozens of Hamas fighters infiltrated...

Nov 17, 2023 · Each of these Mainers have different identities, belief systems and personal experiences, but all are unwavering in their support of a ceasefire in Gaza.