Nakba Day

CAM weekly antisemitism report – ‘Nakba Day’ protests set off wave of antisemitism

43 incidents were linked to “Nakba Day” demonstrations, where anti-Israel activists commemorate the “catastrophe” of the Jewish state’s founding in 1948.

A PALESTINIAN flag emblazoned with an image of Hamas military spokesperson Abu Obaida is waved during Nakba Day protests in Brooklyn, New York, May 15.
US Representative Rashida Tlaib sits next to US Representative Ilhan Omar during US President Donald Trump's State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, US, February 24, 2026.

Rashida Tlaib reintroduces resolution to recognize 'ongoing Palestinian Nakba'

Pro-Palestinian activists march as they take part in a protest on Nakba Day in New York City, May 15, 2026.

'Long live Al Aqsa Flood': US Nakba Day protests rife with terrorism support

A man holds a mock-up of a key during a march, held by Palestine Solidarity Campaign, to mark the 78th anniversary of the Nakba in London on May 16, 2026.

Tens of thousands march in London in separate immigration, pro‑Palestinian protests


A congressional Nakba Day debacle - editorial

We applaud the lawmakers, both Democratic and Republican, who have spoken out against Wednesday’s event and hope their voices win out in the end.

 US Rep Rashida Tlaib and Democratic 2020 US presidential candidate Senator Bernie Sanders exit the stage following a campaign rally for Sanders in Detroit, Michigan, US October 27, 2019

Who attended US Speaker McCarthy's bipartisan Israel event?

Tlaib ultimately hosted her event on the Senate side of the Capitol, securing a room with the help of a progressive Jewish ally, Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders.

 US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy (L) is seen alongside Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana in Jerusalem, Israel, on May 1, 2023.

Rashida Tlaib: The idea of uprooting Israeli settlements is ‘something I struggle with’

The remarks signal that Tlaib, perhaps the most outspoken critic of Israel in Congress, has something in common with many right-wing Zionists.

 Palestinian-American congresswoman Rashida Tlaib attends a pro-Palestinian protest in Dearborn, Michigan, US, May 16, 2021.

Bernie Sanders helps Rashida Tlaib host 'Nakba' event as rockets rain on Israel

House speaker canceled event that called Israel a catastrophe, but Tlaib bypassed him

 US Rep Rashida Tlaib and Democratic 2020 US presidential candidate Senator Bernie Sanders exit the stage following a campaign rally for Sanders in Detroit, Michigan, US October 27, 2019

Rashida Tlaib's ‘Nakba Day’ event in US Capitol canceled after 'Post' report

In place of the Nakba Day event, US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy will host a bipartisan discussion on Israel-US relations

Palestinian-American congresswoman Rashida Tlaib attends a pro-Palestinian protest in Dearborn, Michigan, US, May 16, 2021.

UK and US to shun UN 'Nakba Day' event as Israel calls for boycott

Israel called on UN member states to shun the event and B’nai Brith International is circulating a petition calling on officials from UN member states not to attend.

 Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations Gilad Erdan addresses the United Nations Security Council, February 20, 2023.

Rashida Tlaib hosting ‘Nakba Day’ event in US Capitol

“Nakba Day” events portray the Palestinians as victims, rather than parties to a conflict with Israel.

REP. RASHIDA TLAIB (D-Michigan) speaks at a climate rally in Iowa in January.

Nakba Day and diversity at the Hebrew University - opinion

Someone ought to fill in these paragons of political correctness that Nakba Day, which signifies and glorifies “tension and escalation,” is antithetical to “inclusive and respectful discourse.”

 STUDENTS CONGREGATE on the Mount Scopus campus of Hebrew University in Jerusalem.

Letters to the Editor December 7, 2022: Bring this dream to reality

Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.

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75 years since UN partition vote: A self-inflicted Palestinian tragedy

Ultimately, had the Palestinian position been more pragmatic and moderate, they too could have been celebrating a diamond jubilee Independence Day alongside Israel.

 MAY 2018: Palestinians clash with Israeli soldiers near Ramallah during a protest to mark the anniversary of the Nakba. This upcoming May, Palestinians will not be joining Israelis in celebrating the 75-year existence of the Jewish state. Instead, they will mourn their Nakba, says the writer.