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Lena Odgaard is currently based in Copenhagen after working five years in the Middle East as a journalist for English and Danish language radio, TV, newspapers, magazines and online news sites. A graduate of the Danish School of Journalism/Aarhus University combined with courses at Columbia University in new media and conflict reporting, Odgaard is specialized in multimedia reporting and covering sensitive political areas. Odgaard normally reports from the Palestinian West Bank and Gaza and Israel, but has also covered stories in Egypt, Bahrain, the UAE and Kenya. She has reported for France 24, FSRN, RFI, Monocle24, and the Danish Broadcasting Corporation (DR) and Radio24syv (Danish), and her articles have been published in outlets such as Al Jazeera English, Al Jazeera America, and Al-Monitor. For examples of her work see www.lenaodgaard.com
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Video for AJ+ produced in cooperation with Silvia Boarini and published in July 2015. In the year since Israel bombarded Gaza, schoolchildren have been struggling to study. This is the story of a girl who succeeded against the odds.
Gaza teenager runs for Palestine
Inas Nofal, a 15-year-old from Gaza, is the region's first competitive female runner, supported by her coach Sami Nateel al-Balad and her father Mahmoud. Despite societal objections and limited resources due to conflicts with Israel, Nofal aspires to win international medals for Palestine. Recently, she faced a setback when Israel denied permits for her and other Gaza runners to participate in the Palestine Marathon, highlighting the movement restrictions imposed on Palestinians.
New Trade Law Could Reverse 50 Years of US Economic Policy Regarding Palestine
A new U.S. trade law signed by President Barack Obama could alter 50 years of U.S. policy on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by not distinguishing between Israeli companies within Israel's recognized borders and those in the occupied West Bank. This legislation, part of the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015, aims to oppose boycotts against Israel, complicating the efforts of the BDS movement. The law has sparked concerns about the future of the two-state solution and the legality of Israeli settlements. Human Rights Watch and other organizations argue that the bill undermines international law and civil society movements. The article also discusses the economic and political implications of the law, including state-level anti-boycott measures and the impact on Palestinian development.
Aired Oct. 9, 2015: "Violence is escalating in the ongoing conflict between Israelis and Palestinians. We take a look at the increasingly bitter political divide and ask whether a third Intifada has started and, if so, how does it differ from the previous two?"
Animals suffer in Gaza’s cash-strapped zoos
Rafah Zoo in Gaza, established by the Jumaa family, faces severe financial difficulties due to competition, the Israeli blockade, and economic instability. Despite low visitor numbers and high operational costs, the family remains committed to keeping the zoo open. The zoo, along with others in Gaza, suffers from poor conditions, leading to animal deaths and international criticism. Four Paws, an animal welfare organization, has intervened in some cases, suggesting the consolidation of zoos into a single, well-maintained public park. The Palestinian Land Authority is open to proposals for improving animal welfare, but political instability and economic challenges remain significant obstacles.
PA police given more jurisdiction in occupied West Bank
The Palestinian Authority has been permitted to deploy police forces in Palestinian villages within Israeli-controlled areas of the West Bank for the first time in over a decade. This move aims to address rising crime rates in areas like Abu Dis, which have suffered from a lack of law enforcement. While residents welcome the police presence, there is skepticism about Israel's motives, with some viewing it as a political maneuver to improve its international image. The article highlights the complex dynamics between Israeli and Palestinian authorities and the socio-economic challenges faced by the local population.
Israel’s Joint List faces challenging road ahead
Ayman Odeh, leader of the Joint List, an alliance of four predominantly Arab parties, faces significant challenges following Israel's legislative elections. Despite winning 13 seats and mobilizing a large portion of Palestinian voters, the Joint List must navigate a political landscape dominated by Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing Likud party. The alliance aims to represent marginalized groups and foster a democratic camp, but internal ideological differences and external political pressures pose obstacles. Critics like Amany Khalifa express skepticism about the Joint List's ability to effect change, while others emphasize the importance of continued political activism and international awareness.
West Bank Bedouins fear ‘a second nakba’
Bedouins in the West Bank's E1 area face the threat of displacement due to Israeli settlement expansion plans, which they liken to a second nakba, referencing the 1948 Palestinian exodus. Despite international condemnation and legal challenges, Israel's E1 Master Plan aims to connect East Jerusalem with the Ma’ale Adumim settlement, necessitating the relocation of over 2,000 Bedouins. Protests and temporary camps have been met with military force, leading to demolitions and clashes. The situation underscores the ongoing tensions and the impact of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on the lives of local communities.
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