The meeting focused on a presentation by Umar about the Nakba, the 1948 Palestinian catastrophe, and its ongoing impact. Umar explained how the Zionist movement’s plans for a Jewish state led to the displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians, with 750,000 expelled before and after Israel’s declaration. He detailed how Palestinian communities were systematically dismantled, with homes and villages destroyed, and how the Israeli government continues to suppress discussions of the Nakba. Umar also discussed the challenges faced by Palestinian citizens of Israel, including discrimination, threats, and the lack of recognition of their rights. The presentation sparked a discussion about the right of return for Palestinian refugees, the need for justice and reconciliation, and the ongoing Nakba faced by Palestinians today.
