Why Latin America Advocates for Palestine: Roots of Solidarity and Resistance [Video]

Why Latin America Advocates for Palestine: Roots of Solidarity and Resistance

posted on: Nov 27, 2024

By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer

While many Western countries align with the policies of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, often appearing to act in support of Zionist agendas, the nations of Latin America show strong solidarity with the Palestinian people. This connection goes beyond political alliances and reflects a shared history and cultural understanding.

From Palestinian identity and traditions to the preservation of their roots and, most importantly, their land, Latin American empathy for Palestinians is deeply rooted in the region’s history of Arab migration, the celebration of heritage, and a profound understanding of the struggles faced by indigenous communities. These nations recognize the pain of displacement and the fight to preserve one’s homeland and cultural identity against forces that seek to undermine or erase them.

From Mexico to Argentina, our Latino brothers and sisters, alongside their parliaments, have taken meaningful steps to raise …