The phrase “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free” is used by many Palestinians as an aspirational call for freedom, human rights, and peaceful coexistence. It holds deep personal ties to the land and signifies a demand for national rights over their homeland. Historically, it emerged as a rejection of partition proposals during British rule and later symbolized a vision for a unified, democratic Palestine. While some critics claim it is antisemitic or denies Israel’s right to exist, many Palestinians view it as a principled expression of their vision for freedom and coexistence.
From the River to the Sea: Unraveling the Meaning Behind the Controversial Palestinian Slogan
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