The Board of Peace, led by Trump, claims to support Gaza’s recovery but faces criticism as a potentially investment and neocolonial entity. Many nations express resistance to engagement. Concerns arise over its financial governance and potential replacement of UN aid.
Category Archives: Commentary
Biased BBC Gaza Coverage. Staff and Watchdog Allegations
The BBC faces allegations of bias in its coverage of the Israel-Palestine conflict, with over 100 staff members signing an open letter accusing the organisation of misrepresentation. Analyses reveal disparities in reporting, notably that Israeli deaths receive significantly more coverage than Palestinian ones, raising concerns over impartiality and accuracy in journalism.
Cherry Picking: the Gaza Nutrition Cluster Survey, Hasbara and Famine Denial
In July 2026, a survey revealed low malnutrition rates in Gaza post-ceasefire, countering claims of famine. However, this analysis was criticised for overlooking vulnerable populations and relying on accessible areas. Despite reported improvements, food security remains precarious, highlighting the fragility of any nutritional gains amidst ongoing conflict.
Al-Ankaa Library: a Gaza ‘First’
Amidst the widespread destruction of over 200 cultural sites in Gaza, the Al-Ankaa Library has been established as a symbol of resilience. The library, which holds thousands of salvaged books, serves as a vital community hub for education and the preservation of Palestinian history.
Gaza, Famine ’25 and the Fragility of a Crisis Response
In late 2025, international condemnation of Israel intensified following a UN report defining its Gaza actions as genocide, sparking global protests and UK recognition of Palestine. Although interntional pressure shifted Gaza into famine recovery, conditions remain severe in 2026. Ongoing attacks and border closures continue to restrict vital aid.
Support the Crowdfunder for “Where the Olive Trees Grow” and a Gaza Artist
E. Mark Windle’s upcoming book, “Where the Olive Trees Grow”, explores Gaza’s nutritional welfare, following insights from his earlier work, “The Hundred Year Hunger”. It addresses ongoing food insecurity, the impacts of conflict on humanitarian aid, and resilience from grassroots organisations. The project also supports artist Laila Kassab, with a crowdfunding campaign underway.
Plumpy’Nut. Revolutionary Therapeutic Food or Cash Cow?
Malnutrition accounts for nearly half of child deaths under five, exacerbated by chronic food insecurity highlighted in multiple famines over the last 50 years. Plumpy’Nut, a peanut-based therapeutic food developed by Nutriset in 1996, plays a vital role in treating severe malnutrition in crisis regions but faces challenges, including ethical concerns, supply chain issues, and financial constraints.
A Chained Sea: The Israeli Occupation of Maritime Gaza
E. Mark Windle 15 April 2026 Imperialist nations have long recognised the strategic importance of having access to the Levant. Over the last 500 years this region—the ‘eastern wall’ of the Mediterranean Sea, represented by the Palestinian occupied territories, Israel, Egypt, Lebanon and Syria—has seen invasion and occupation by the Ottoman Empire, the British, IsraelContinue reading “A Chained Sea: The Israeli Occupation of Maritime Gaza”
The Aqua Connection: Origin Stories of The Aqua Lads and Twilights
E. Mark Windle 10 March 2026. Many folks from the soul music community will have known the late Mark Bicknell, whether directly through his friendship, his DJing, radio hosting or record dealing. Doubtless they will also be aware of his music industry networking and passion for reissuing rare soul recordings on his Big ManContinue reading “The Aqua Connection: Origin Stories of The Aqua Lads and Twilights”
Malnutrition Relief or Empty Calories? Gaza Food Aid Composition, Distribution and Effectiveness
E. Mark Windle 18 February 2026. Last year’s nutrition-related headlines in Gaza were hardly in short supply. In the spring of 2025, there was a three-month complete aid blockade on a background of chronically restricted border access. By August, over 54,600 children were acutely malnourished, 40% of pregnant and breastfeeding women were severely malnourished, andContinue reading “Malnutrition Relief or Empty Calories? Gaza Food Aid Composition, Distribution and Effectiveness”