Category Archives: Palestinian art & culture

The Sweet Taste of Resilience: Palestinian Dates

Posted on December 6, 2025 by Admin

By Phalapoem editor, 4/12/2024 Palestinian dates are more than just a sweet and nutritious fruit; they are a symbol of resilience, culture, and identity. Grown in the fertile lands of the Jordan Valley and along the edges of Palestine’s rich … Continue reading →

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British Complicity in Gaza: Public Outrage vs. Government Support for Israeli Apartheid

Posted on December 3, 2025 by Admin

By Phalapoem editor, 29/12/2024 The catastrophic humanitarian crisis made by Israel in Gaza has drawn starkly contrasting responses from the British public and the UK government. While widespread protests, petitions, and vocal outcries highlight a deep sense of solidarity with … Continue reading →

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Daily Lives of Palestinians Under Israeli Military Occupation

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Admin

Astromystic, 1/12/25 Every morning in Palestine, the routine begins with a haunting familiarity: the sound of armored patrols, the click of a metal gate slamming shut, and the anxious glance at the sky for helicopters. For millions of Palestinians living … Continue reading →

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Zionist Organizations and Their Role in Systematic Occupation of Palestine

Posted on November 30, 2025 by Admin

AstroMystic, 30/11/25 The complex history of Zionist movements reveals a strategic vision aimed at establishing a Jewish homeland in Palestine. These movements, often characterized as political forces, implemented well-thought-out strategies to secure control over the land. Below is a concise … Continue reading →

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In Handala’s Playground: Season 2, Episode 7: Lessons Unlearned

Posted on November 30, 2025 by Admin

Phalapoem editor, 15/12/25 [Scene: A vast hall of marble and glass — the European Commission in Brussels. Outside, rain falls softly. Inside, the floor reflects both the light above and the moral darkness beneath. Handala stands barefoot, facing the wall. … Continue reading →

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Letter 4 to the Olive Tree: The Seeds of Tomorrow

Posted on November 30, 2025 by Admin

Phalapoem editor, 30/11/25 Dear Olive Tree, This morning, I watched a child plant a sapling beside your roots. His small hands pressed the soil with care, his face shining with a quiet pride he could not yet name. The air … Continue reading →

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Jerusalem by Nazar Qabbani

Posted on November 30, 2025 by Admin

I wept until my tears were dry I prayed until the candles flickered I knelt until the floor creaked I asked about Mohammed and Christ Oh Jerusalem, the fragrance of prophets The shortest path between earth and sky Oh Jerusalem, … Continue reading →

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Living Under Occupation: What My Heart Has Learned to Feel

Posted on November 29, 2025 by Admin

Phalapoem editor, 29/11/25 People often ask me what it feels like to live under Israeli occupation. They ask whether it’s possible to feel anything other than hatred toward those who punish us collectively, humiliate us at checkpoints on daily basis, … Continue reading →

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Netanyahu’s Psychological Profile Behind the Gaza Genocide

Posted on November 29, 2025 by Admin

By Phalapoem editor, 12/11/2022 Benjamin Netanyahu, the long-serving Israeli prime minister, has faced widespread accusations of war crimes, particularly for his actions in Gaza during his various terms in office. His policies and military strategies have led to devastating consequences … Continue reading →

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The Watermelon: A Juicy Symbol of Palestinian Unity and Defiance

Posted on November 29, 2025 by Admin

Astromystic, 29/11/25 Watermelon and Palestinian Identity: The watermelon serves as a symbolic representation of Palestine due to its color alignment with the Palestinian flag, which is characterized by red, black, white, and green. Its role as a symbol of Palestinian nationalism … Continue reading →

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