What is pro palestine?

Pro-Palestine advocacy encompasses a diverse range of perspectives and activities united by a shared concern for the rights and self-determination of the Palestinian people. Key issues driving this movement include:

  • Ending the Israeli Occupation: This refers to the occupation of Palestinian territories, including the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and East Jerusalem, which began in 1967. Pro-Palestine activists advocate for the withdrawal of Israeli forces and the dismantling of settlements.

  • Right of Return: This is a central demand, asserting the right of Palestinian refugees and their descendants to return to their homes and properties from which they were displaced during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War and subsequent conflicts.

  • Palestinian Statehood: The establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state within the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, is a primary goal.

  • Human Rights: Pro-Palestine groups frequently highlight alleged human rights violations against Palestinians, including restrictions on movement, home demolitions, administrative detentions, and the use of force by Israeli security forces.

  • Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS): BDS is a global movement that uses economic and political pressure to compel Israel to comply with international law and respect Palestinian rights.

  • Ending the Blockade of Gaza: The blockade imposed on the Gaza Strip by Israel (with Egypt's cooperation) since 2007 is criticized for severely restricting the movement of people and goods, contributing to a humanitarian crisis.