The Nakba

The Nakba, meaning "catastrophe" in Arabic, refers to the 1948 events when hundreds of thousands of Palestinians were displaced from their homes during the establishment of the State of Israel. Many Palestinians fled due to violence, fear, and land seizures, resulting in a large refugee population that persists today. This event is a central moment in Palestinian history and identity, symbolizing loss, displacement, and the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It is remembered annually by Palestinians and supporters worldwide as a significant historical trauma.