Toward Nakba as a Legal Concept

Journal article by Rabea Eghbariah that examines the concept of the Nakba by exploring "new ways of apprehending the Palestinian condition in law" and reflecting on dismantling systems of oppression enabled by international law—calling for the Nakba's recognition as a distinct legal category. It analyzes the displacement of Palestinians in 1948, the destruction of villages, Zionism and the Nakba, and the ongoing implications for property, refugees, and the right of return. The article considers state responsibility, reparations, and legal frameworks for addressing historical injustices, positioning the Nakba within broader discussions of international law, human rights, and transitional justice. This source is valuable for research on the Nakba, international law, Palestinian displacement, the right of return, Zionism, and crimes against humanity.