Nakba Day

Palestinians marking ‘catastrophe’ of Israel’s founding clash with troops

Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza, as well as Arabs around the world, held rallies, marches and candlelight vigils to mark Nakba Day.

May 15, 2017 1:21 pm

Thousands of Israeli Arabs march for Palestinian right of return

Arab lawmakers including Joint Arab List party leader Ayman Odeh were among those who attended the demonstration on the eve of Israel's Independence Day.

May 12, 2016 4:53 pm

U.S. citizens in Israel warned ahead of Nakba Day

The Palestinians, and Arabs throughout the Middle East, observe the Gregorian anniversary of the Nakba, Arabic for “catastrophe,” with marches and protests.

May 13, 2015 12:01 pm