Context
Israel is an Apartheid state. This is a fact in accordance with the UN Rome Statute’s definition of Apartheid and has been corroborated by numerous human rights organisations, activists, and academics.
The Nakba, also known as “the catastrophe,” refers to the destruction of Palestinian society and homeland in 1948, and the permanent displacement of a majority of Palestinians. It is an ongoing process.
With the help of the United States, Israel has one of the most advanced military apparatus in the world. It is a leading exporter of weapons and surveillance equipment – including to South Africa.
Here are some FACT SHEETS about the illegal occupation.