The question of whether Jerusalem is located in Israel or in Palestine appears simple in nature, but it is incredibly complicated and a matter that is at the heart of the Israel-Palestine conflict. The status of Jerusalem is disputed in both international law and diplomatic practice. Both Israel and Palestine claim Jerusalem as their capital city; thus, there are conflicting claims to sovereignty over the Read More …
While planning a trip to Palestine or currently volunteering in the West Bank, many people wonder whether it is possible to travel to neighboring countries, specifically Jordan and Egypt. It is definitely possible and ok to travel to Jordan and Egypt while you are in Palestine; however, in practice, not as many volunteers decide to do so and instead opt to spend their time exploring Read More …
My name is Claire Liddy. I am from a small town in the West of Ireland and this was my first visit to Palestine. I have always had a deep interest in Palestine and the treatment of the Palestinians by the Israeli occupation and the fact that the rest of the world appears to be looking on while another apartheid takes place. I used to Read More …
