From children who have lost their families to a poet and a peaceful protest.

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From the 1948 Arab-Israeli War to the Israeli surveillance of Palestinians, films to help you understand the conflict.

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Parents are turning to the internet and WhatsApp for ways to nurture their kids' mental health.

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Despite fears of a ground invasion, some of those who fled south are now heading back to the north of the Gaza Strip.

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Palestinians in Israel are facing a backlash at work and places of study after the Hamas attack on October 7.

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Photo albums, baby formula, toys and clothes — that's all we took as we left Gaza City after Israel's order to evacuate.

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Israel has made deep inroads into a continent traditionally sympathetic to Palestine. But its gains have limits too.

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At a beachfront hotel and beyond, volunteers offer Israelis and foreign workers everything from counselling to clothing.

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They escaped the war in Syria. Now another one’s looming, and Syrians in Lebanon fear being forced to return home.

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Ten Nepali nationals were among those killed when Hamas fighters attacked southern Israel last Saturday.

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The fear of Israeli missiles is making thousands in south Lebanon rush northwards as the war's impact spreads.

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They say no news is good news, but for the people of Gaza under war, no news can spell the end.

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At a popular restaurant near Bethlehem, chips and a game night can't break the tension for patrons.

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Life-saving machines running on generators will soon stop working, amid Israel's refusal to allow fuel supplies.

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Summer may be over, but you can still enjoy a slice of the Mediterranean sunshine. More than 20 years after the first film hit our screens, the third installment of My Big Fat Greek Wedding is out now, and in it, the iconic Portokalos family heads to the Motherland for a family reunion. If seeing the crystal clear waters has you craving a vacation to Greece, sorry, but we can’t really help you with the whole negotiating more paid leave business. But we can help you recreate the country’s tasty cuisine from home, using only vegan ingredients. Transport yourself all the way to the Aegean Sea with these delicious plant-based Greek-inspired recipes—no expensive flight required.

Which Greek dishes are vegan?

Ian Miller famously said that he “don’t eat no meat,” and it’s a running joke in the Big Fat Greek Wedding franchise (if you’ve seen the trailer, you’ll know it comes up again in the third film when he is asked to pick a chicken for dinner). But while much of Greek cuisine is undeniably meat-heavy, veganism isn’t unheard of in the country. 

In fact, most practicing Greek Orthodox Christians fast multiple times a year, and during these periods, they do not eat meat, eggs, dairy products, or olive oil. On the island of Ikaria, a Blue Zone (an area known for its long-living population), people eat predominantly plant-based whole foods. Veganism as a general lifestyle choice is becoming more popular among the country’s young people. According to Bio Festival (a Greek festival that celebrates organic and eco-living), around 80,000 people are vegan in Greece, and most of them are under 25 years old.

Several traditional Greek dishes are vegan by default or can be veganized easily. A few examples include roasted vegetables, dolmades (stuffed vine leaves), and melitzanosalata (eggplant dip). And with the wide variety of vegan cheese on offer now, it’s also easy to make traditional vegetarian dishes, like Greek salad, with plant-based alternatives. We recommend Violife’s 100% Vegan Just Like Feta Cheese, for example, or Follow Your Heart’s Dairy Free Feta Crumbles.

Vegan Greek recipes to try now

If you’re craving a big fat vegan Greek dinner, we’ve got you covered. Below, you’ll find some of the country’s most delicious traditional dishes veganized, including meaty gyros and creamy tzatziki sauce. Kalí óreksi!

1 Greek Lemony Roasted Potatoes

Is there anything more satisfying than a big pile of roast potatoes? The correct answer is no, especially when they’re crispy, golden, lemony, tossed with fresh herbs, and served with a tangy Greek dressing. The latter is made with sweet mustard, agave nectar, and fresh lemon, and it’s the scene stealer of this dish.
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2 Classic Tzatziki Sauce

This creamy dip proves that delicious flavor can come from just a few simple ingredients. It’s easy to pull together, deliciously cooling, and perfect on the side of pretty much anything you like. But if you’re keeping it traditional, we recommend serving it with some vegan gyros.
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Sophie Viau

3 Easy Greek Cauliflower Salad

If you’re not a vegan cheese fan, this cauliflower salad is just as delicious and contains only whole food, and plant-based ingredients. It’s filling, it’s satisfying, and it’s just the right combination of juicy, tangy, and crunchy. It’s basically everything you could want in a salad, and it’s easy to make, too.
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4 Seitan Gyros

A popular Greek street food, gyros is usually made from pork or chicken, but the taste and texture can easily be replicated using seitan. For the full authentic experience, you’ll need plenty of tzatziki, some warm pitas, and a topping of lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and onion. It’s so delicious, it’s set to become one of your new go-to weekday meals.
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Lauren Toyota

5 Greek Potato Feta Salad

An iconic Greek dish, this popular salad has its roots in Athens, but it’s become popular all over the world. Traditionally it’s made with feta cheese, but you can swap in tofu chunks (combine with ingredients like vegan milk, lemon juice, and herbs to make it extra authentic) or your favorite store-bought vegan alternative. This is a summer picnic classic, but you can enjoy it any time of year you like, and make sure you go heavy on the creamy cucumber dressing.
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6 Spanakopita

This flavor-packed Greek pie is usually made with spinach and feta, but this recipe swaps out the cheese for firm silken tofu, and honestly, it tastes just as good. It’s great as a standalone meal, but if you’re looking for appetizer ideas, it’s also perfect for slicing up and serving to guests at your next party or gathering.
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Luke Albert

7 Santorini Tomato Fritters

If you’ve ever had the privilege of visiting Santorini, one of Greece’s most famous islands, you might have come across one of its staples: Tomatokeftedes (aka tomato fritters). They’re crispy, they’re packed with flavor, and they’re easy to make from home when you follow this handy recipe. Make sure to serve with a dollop of cooling vegan yogurt and a wedge of lemon for extra zest.
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Early this morning, a blast blew in the windows, and I shielded my baby with my body and realised: No place is safe.

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The Israeli government's policies gave Hamas the justification and the opportunity to attack.

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The Palestinian group's unprecedented attack shows strategy, planning and training beyond what many had anticipated.

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Residents across the Gaza Strip have sought shelter in UN-run schools. But schools too have been targeted by Israel.

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Many remain buried after Saturday's earthquake in Afghanistan, as rescue teams intensify efforts to dig out survivors.

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As Israel bombarded Gaza for the third night, I found myself closer to a missile hit that I could have imagined.

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Libyan divers are left to find bodies still buried missing at sea after most international relief teams left.

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An Al Jazeera journalist reflects on the moment Israeli strikes began, signalling the start of a long, terrible night.

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The surprise attack may have united Israelis for now, but anger at Israel's government will only fester, analysts say.

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Filmmaker Ruwaida Amer describes how at night families stay in one room, so they will live or die together.

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As the Israel-Hamas war broke out on Saturday, a conflict-scarred child comforted an adult teacher. This is Palestine.

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Activists criticise 'sham' parliamentary elections in the Southern African monarchy, where political parties are banned.

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The Nigerian singer-songwriter's artistry has been heavily influenced by places as varied as the church and strip clubs.

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With hundreds of people dead from Israel's bombardment, one family shelters in a dimly lit room amid a looming war.

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Fifty years later, it's clear the war not only transformed Arab-Israeli relations, but also global alliances.

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