US Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy canceled a planned ceremony in Congress commemorating the “catastrophe” of Israel’s establishment with Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), which was scheduled to be held on Wednesday, May 10, 2023.
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The Jerusalem Post initially reported on the event, which was arranged in collaboration with organizations that celebrate terrorism against Israel and transmit antisemitic messages.
Instead, a nonpartisan conversation was conducted to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the US-Israel partnership.
McCarthy tweeted on Tuesday, May 9;
“The event in the US Capitol is canceled. “Instead, I will host a bipartisan discussion to honor the 75th anniversary of the US-Israel relationship.”
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What is Nakba Day?
Al-Nakba Day commemorates the deportation of thousands of Palestinian Arabs during Israel’s founding in 1948.
Why is Nakba Day celebrated?
‘Memory of the Catastrophe’) commemorates the Nakba, also known as the Palestinian Catastrophe, which included the destruction of Palestinian society and country in 1948, as well as the permanent relocation of the vast majority of Palestinians.
When is Nakba Day celebrated?
It is celebrated on May 15.
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