As Christmas approaches, it’s vital to look beyond festivities and understand life today in Jesus’ birthplace, Bethlehem, living under constant threat of displacement and violence. Govanhill residents Ruth and Rebecca highlight the work of Tent of Nations, which invites volunteers to act as a protective presence during the olive harvest, helping to reduce some harm from Israeli forces.

Eight prisoners on hunger strike in English prisons, detained over alleged actions in support of Palestine, may die, lawyers and family warn. Scottish politicians and campaigners call for urgent action, fair trials, and recognition of their plight.

Campaign group, Show Israeli Genocide the Red Card, gathered outside Scotland’s National Stadium, Hampden, last Sunday, opposing its new Barclays partnership. Protestors described the deal as “sportwashing” as the bank supports investments in Israeli military funding.

How can we respond to rolling coverage of injustice without turning away? In Govanhill, campaigners and independent publications explored this question, offering insight into grassroots activism, the BDS movement and the vital role of community-led media.