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The War You’re Not Meant to Watch

It’s a place you’re constantly told is “complicated.” It’s always “escalating,” “sensitive,” or “deeply rooted in history.” Gaza—the narrow coastal strip home to over 2 million Palestinians, half of whom are children—is more than just a flashpoint. It is, for many in Western media, a no-go zone for truth.

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Art As Resistance in 2025

In 2025, five artists—Nadya Tolokonnikova, Doechii, Patrick Martínez, Malak Mattar, and Hazem Harb—use diverse creative expressions to highlight injustice amid global unrest. Their work resonates with historical resistance movements, showcasing art as vital activism in addressing ongoing civil liberties violations, war, and oppression across the globe.