This week on Crossing The Line: on December 28th, 2008 the second day of the three-week Israeli offensive, the science building at the Islamic University of Gaza was bombed. Israel claims the building was where Palestinians were manufacturing weapons, but no evidence has been put forth to prove this. We'll speak to Dr. Akram Habeeb, a professor of English at the university about the bombing and what lies ahead for the students and faculty.

Also this week, the university's science department is now nothing more than ruble. How will it be rebuilt and why is there not more outrage at this suppression of academic freedom? Dr. Marcy Newman an associate professor of English at Najah University in Nablus will join us to talk about it.

For those of you who have listened to Crossing The Line over the last two years, you know that Suheir Hammad is a close friend of the show. She is currently starring in the acclaimed independent feature -- Salt of This Sea. Please check out this wonderful trailer and go support the film when it comes to your area!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBbPUxbjiuc

This week on Crossing The Line: Notable members of congress as well as the Israeli lobbies forced Charles Freeman, a highly respected foreign policy and intelligence expert to withdraw his name for consideration as the head of the National Intelligence Council.

While many in Washington spoke out in favor of Freeman, the Obama administration's voice was noticeably absent. Today we'll spend the show speaking to two former CIA analysts, Kathleen and Bill Christison about these issues.

This week on Crossing The Line: There has been a constant refrain that what is currently happening with Israeli policy towards Palestinians mirrors that of the White South African government towards Blacks. But what are the similarities and is this a fair comparison? South African activist and former member of the Mandela government Ronnie Kasrils speaks to Mordecai Briemberg of the Red-Eye Collective about the comparisons and the need for boycotts and divestment.

Also this week, the former deputy director of the Mossad's daughter refused to serve in the Israeli military because of her opposition to Israel occupying Palestinian land and was sent to prison for 35 days. We'll speak to Omer Goldman about her decision, the reaction of her father, and the consequences she faces as a result of her actions.

This week on Crossing The Line: We'll speak with Seweryn Sztalkoper of Gaza Surf Relief, whose mission is to bring surfing equipment to the small but dedicated group of surfers who ride the waves off the Gaza Strip's coast in spite of the closure and while being shot at by the Israeli navy.

Also this week, the number one rule in sports is that politics and sports don't mix. But while the massacre of Gaza raged on, athletes and coaches from around the world expressed their anger at the slaughter of the innocents. Award-winning sportswriter Dave Zirin will join us to talk about the massacre, sports and resistance, and the need for a strong boycott, divestment and sanctions on Israel pertaining to athletics.