Palestinian citizens of Israel swept up in mass arrests remain in detention as a human rights group warns “the situation within Israel is fast moving towards a dangerous and explosive state.” Read more about Israeli court orders release of Muhammad Abu Khudair murder suspects 

In a moving commencement speech, singer John Legend did something nearly unprecedented among celebrity commenters: he urged his audience to humanize Palestinians. Read more about John Legend implores us to love Palestinians 

Roger Waters of the influential rock band Pink Floyd writes new open letter condemning Israeli apartheid, asking artists “not to perform or exhibit in Israel or accept any award” there. Read more about Pink Floyd star's new Israel boycott letter to "family of Rock and Roll" 

A coalition of Palestine solidarity campaigns calls on activists to take part in the fight for racial justice in the US. Read more about Palestine solidarity coalition challenges institutional racism in US 

The Red Hot Chili Peppers weren’t always into crossing picket lines. And if they’re not careful, they’ll find themselves behind the trend. Read more about The Chili Pepper paradox: how can Pussy Riot supporters embrace Israel?