Palestine: Sixty Years of Al Nakba

Global Voices by Amira Al Hussaini | May. 15, 2008 (Opinion)

Celebrations are under way to mark Israel's 60th anniversary - but for millions of Palestinians whose great grandparents, grandparents and parents were made refugees in the process, today marks Al Nakba - a day they were forced to flee their lands or were forcefully expelled from their homes as the State of Israel was born. Full Story »

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by Solana Larsen - Oct. 1, 2008

I don't know if this is journalism, but it certainly illustrates a mood and a feeling it is difficult to get from a standard article. Poetry from Palestinian blogs on the day of Israel's 60th anniversary. On behalf of those left homeless. (disclaimer: I work for Global Voices)