Middle East

The war and humanitarian crisis in Gaza directly impacts many Minnesotans. And while MPR News does not have journalists stationed in the region, we do have a responsibility to our audiences to report on how this ongoing conflict affects people here. Our goal is to provide MPR News audiences with a variety of perspectives, context and factual information. We are committed to using language that is as precise as possible.

As you will see here, the majority of the coverage on our air and our website is provided by our national and international news partners, NPR and the BBC. The language and terminology used to describe the conflict are changing. If you have questions or concerns about our coverage please reach out to us.

Germany seeks to deport an American and 3 EU citizens after pro-Palestinian protest
The four individuals — from Ireland, Poland and the U.S. — face possible deportation but say German authorities haven't made clear what crimes they've committed. They're appealing the orders.
U of M faculty accuse university leadership of censoring statements on war in Gaza
Faculty members at the University of Minnesota are accusing university leaders of censorship, after statements in support of Palestinians were removed from the websites of six U of M departments and centers.
Oscar-winning Palestinian director attacked by Israeli settlers, detained by army
Israeli settlers beat up Hamdan Ballal, one of the Palestinian co-directors of the documentary film “No Other Land,” in the occupied West Bank, according to witnesses. He was then detained by the Israeli military.
U.S. airstrikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels kill at least 1 person, group says
U.S. airstrikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels have pounded sites across the country. The rebels say the one attack Sunday in the capital killed at least one person and wounded more than a dozen others.