Why it matters:
The annual Nakba Day marks the mass displacement of Palestinians in 1948. This year’s commemoration comes amid Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza, making the rallies more charged, emotional, and politically resonant than ever.
The big picture:
From New York to cities across the globe, Palestinians and their allies held coordinated demonstrations to spotlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The renewed energy around Nakba reflects mounting global concern over Israel’s war in Gaza and its toll on civilians.
What they're saying:
Protesters in Brooklyn chanted slogans like "All Out for Gaza and Palestine" and unfurled a massive Palestinian flag near the Brooklyn Bridge, symbolic actions aimed at amplifying the Palestinian struggle and resistance.
Key points:
- The New York rally was one of many held worldwide to mark Nakba Day.
- New York Police Department delivered heavy security forces to observe the rally.
- A giant Palestinian flag was displayed at the base of the Brooklyn Bridge, turning a city landmark into a stage for political messaging.
- Protesters called for an end to the Israeli military campaign in Gaza and the broader occupation.
Go deeper:
Nakba Day, meaning “Day of Catastrophe,” is marked annually by Palestinians to commemorate their mass displacement following the Israeli regime’s self-proclamation in 1948.
Hossein Vaez
