Marking 78 years since the Palestinian Nakba (catastrophe), a video analysis highlights how language has been wielded as a tool to legitimise the dispossession of their land and rights. The video, titled 'Nakba 78 years on: The language used to dispossess Palestinians,' was published on YouTube.
The analysis points out that, over decades of conflict, terms such as 'disputed territory,' 'settlements,' and 'security measures' have been deliberately employed to obscure the true nature of the occupation and the forced displacement of Palestinians. These expressions not only shape global perceptions but also directly influence policies and actions on the ground.
The annual Nakba Day serves as a moment for Palestinians to commemorate the mass displacement and loss of land during the 1948 Arab-Israeli war. This video calls attention to the role of language in shaping history and politics, while emphasising the importance of properly understanding historical events to pursue justice for Palestinians.
