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.

World Central Kitchen pauses Gaza operations after workers killed in airstrike
The international food charity World Central Kitchen announced early Tuesday that it was pausing aid operations after it said an Israeli airstrike killed seven of the organization's workers in Gaza.
Protest vote over Biden's handling of Gaza lands in Wisconsin
Following campaigns in other states, Wisconsin primary voters who feel President Biden has been too supportive of Israeli military actions in Gaza are using a choice on their ballots to voice their discontent.
Duluth council rejects resolution calling for cease-fire in Gaza
By a 5-4 vote, the Duluth City Council narrowly rejected a resolution Monday night calling for a permanent cease-fire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.