“We will not leave”: Palestinians mark 78th Nakba anniversary amid war and displacement

Palestinians are observing the 78th anniversary of the Nakba, or “catastrophe,” while facing ongoing war and forced displacement. This year’s theme is: “We will not leave. Our roots are deeper than your destruction.” The Nakba refers to the mass displacement of Palestinians during the 1948 Arab-Israeli war. The date is commemorated annually, but this year’s events take place amid fresh violence and large-scale displacement in Gaza and the West Bank. Organizers say the theme is a direct response to calls for Palestinians to leave their land. The message emphasizes resilience and attachment to home, despite destruction and conflict. No official figures for this year’s observances were immediately available.