Palestinian Human RightsAustin Farwell

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Who’s responsible?

Israeli Military & Palestinian Authority

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Israeli Military

Israeli Brutality

Raid on Qalandia refugee camp

• Israeli soldiers look (raid) for Yusuf al-KhatibUnspecified “terrorist activities”

• Residents try to fight back Israelis respond with live ammunition

• Innocent residents injured/killed. Clear violation of DOHR

Palestinian Authority

Rock Throwing

Ramallah Protesters

• Protesters gather in downtown Ramallah– U.S. Brokered Peace Deal: PLO & Israel

• Police blocked their route – Some began to thrown sticks and stones

• Police responded with excessive force – Innocent protesters beaten

• Member of Parliament thrown to ground and beaten – Video of protest can be seen here

Conclusion

• Palestine has poor record of human rights– Abused from both sides

• Constant Violations of DOHR– Most prevalent violation – Article 5

• To solve: P-I conflict must be resolved – Neither will leave – Need SERIOUS peace talks

• Gov’t needs to be evaluated – Need Gov’t that cares for it’s people