In the 1950s, Malcolm X was among the first Black activists to speak out for the Palestinians and against Israel.

Malcolm X went to Gaza and visited Palestinian refugee camps months before his assassination in 1965. It helped set the stage in the U.S. for Black Power activists to spark a major flashpoint more than two years later.

In his 1964 speech, Malcolm X stressed the significance of acknowledging and advocating for the rights of the Palestinian people. Malcolm X challenged the prevailing narrative of the conflict, which often portrayed Israel as the victim and the Palestinians as the aggressors. He argued that the conflict was rooted in colonialism and that Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories was a major obstacle to peace.

"The Palestinian struggle is not just a cry for justice; it's a blistering battle for the most fundamental human rights that every living soul on this planet should inherit by Birthright. It's an unyielding resistance against the oppressive, suffocating grip of occupation and the callous denial of the most basic human dignity. Just as the civil rights movement in the United States fought against the chains of racial discrimination, so too do the Palestinian people strive to shatter the chains of occupation and tyranny. Never forget, my friends, that the Palestinians, much like African-Americans in the United States, have been subjected to a heart-wrenching history of suffering and torment. The birth of Israel in 1948 brought forth the mass expulsion and dispossession of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians from their ancestral homes and land. This is a historic Injustice that continues to haunt the lives of Palestinians to this very day. The situation in Palestine serves as a brutal reminder of the consequences of colonialism and the ruthless dispossession of indigenous people. It is an agonizing reminder that the fight for justice knows no borders, and we must stand United in solidarity with all oppressed peoples, whether they reside in the United States, South Africa, or anywhere around the world. Let's be unequivocally clear: advocating for the rights of the Palestinian people is not synonymous with denying the rights and security of the Jewish people. The fight for justice in Palestine is not an assault on any particular group but an unwavering stand against the policies of a Zionist state that has for far too long stripped Palestinians of their rights. We must remember that numerous Jewish voices also resound in the calls for justice and peace in power Palestine, and their voices must not be silenced. In our relentless pursuit of justice for the Palestinian people, we must also acknowledge that it is in the best interest of the entire world to seek a just and enduring solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It is a pursuit in the name of Peace, stability, and the Dignity of all mankind. But let me underscore this

: the Battle For Justice in Palestine is not merely a political struggle; it's an elemental moral battle. It's the fight for the most basic human rights of a people who have suffered these injustices for far too long. It's the fight for the right to exist in peace and security, free from the ceaseless specter of violence and dispossession. If you're not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed and loving the people who are doing the oppressing. I implore every person of conscience, regardless of their origins or beliefs, to stand steadfast with the Palestinian people in their unwavering Quest For Justice by any means necessary. Let us unite in building a world where every soul can live in Freedom and dignity, where the rights of every individual are not just respected but celebrated. The struggle for justice in Palestine is a universal fight, a resonating echo of the battles waged by oppressed people across the globe. It's a battle we must Champion, a torch we must carry, and a legacy we must honor. Thank you and free Palestine."

–Malcolm X

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