Author(s)

Zhengyu Su

Corresponding Author

Zhengyu Su

ABSTRACT

There are several reasons why Nakba took place, which all contributed to the occurrence of the Holocaust. The Jews regarded themselves as victims of persecution during World War II, which undoubtedly is the fact that they suffered from being mass-murdered in Hitler’s death camps. Such continuous recognition stimulates their urges to cease Palestinian land as their national home. They promote such nationalistic beliefs through their educational system and curriculum. The Arabs, at the same time, are not in a position to oppose the occupation victoriously. Not only do they lack political position in the international stage, but also are they behind in ethnical unity comparing to those of the Jews cultivated after the Holocaust. The popularity of Holocaust denial further contributes to the resentment the Arabs receive and their image as the “villain”. The international community is still filled with guilt lingering from the Holocaust, and their rise of sympathy only justifies their support for the Zionist movements. Through all these factors, Israelis occupation is simply the aftermath of the Holocaust.

KEYWORDS

Holocaust, Nakba, World War II, Jews, Zionist movements