What is Pallyweid?

The term "pallyweid" can be used to describe a specific type of rhetoric or narrative about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that is both misleading and one-sided, often found in discussions that accuse Israel erroneously of “apartheid” and “genocide.” Here's how the key elements can be incorporated into the term:

The term pallyweid draws from the "apartheid" false accusation leveled at Israel, which critics claim is based on systemic racial segregation akin to the policies of South Africa during apartheid. In reality, Israel’s legal and political framework is far different from the brutal racial segregation of the South African regime. Arab Israelis (who make up about 20% of the population) are full citizens, with the ability to vote, run for office, and enjoy the same civil rights as Jewish citizens. The misuse of the term apartheid in this context dilutes the true historical weight of South Africa’s racial system.

Furthermore, Arabs in Israel often receive preferential treatment in various areas, including land disputes, legal cases, employment opportunities, and even after serving time in prison. This disparity in treatment contradicts the narrative of systemic oppression often pushed by critics, and instead highlights how Israel goes to great lengths to accommodate its Arab citizens, despite the challenges posed by ongoing conflict and security concerns.

From a pallyweid perspective, this term is wielded to paint Israel , falsely, as an oppressive regime based on ethnic separation when, in fact, Israel's security measures—such as restrictions on movement in the West Bank and Gaza—are directly linked to the terrorist threats it faces from groups like Hamas and factions within the Palestinian Authority. These measures are not aimed at racial or ethnic segregation but rather as security precautions against an ongoing campaign of violence that targets Israeli civilians, including through rocket attacks, suicide bombings, and terrorism.

It's important to note that the foundation for the "apartheid" narrative, which continues to be peddled today, was first laid by Ahmad Shukeiri [Shukairy] on October 17, 1961. This is the same Shukeiri who, in 1969, openly admitted that Arabs in Palestine cheered for Hitler and prayed for the Axis powers to win, and who, in 1946, justified the Holocaust alongside Jamal Husseini. Husseini, serving as a spokesperson for the Arab Higher Committee (AHC), also made clear in 1947 and 1948 that the Arab rejection of Israel was rooted in deeply racist motivations. As Husseini himself explained, the establishment of Israel threatened the "racial homogeneity" of the Arab world. This admission highlights the true, racist roots of the Arab world's opposition to the Jewish state, long before any accusations of "apartheid" were ever made.

The greater false accusation of genocide is another cornerstone of the pallyweid narrative, often used to describe Israel’s military actions, particularly in Gaza and the West Bank. However, this claim misrepresents the context and intentions behind Israeli operations. Critics argue that Israel’s military actions are defensive in nature—designed to protect Israeli civilians from terrorist attacks launched by Iranian-backed Hamas and other militant groups—not part of a broader "genocidal campaign" against Palestinians.

From pallyweid propaganda, these military operations are framed as genocidal, even though Israel’s goal is not the elimination of Palestinian people but the neutralization of violent groups that actively seek Israel's destruction. The genocide claim distorts the situation by ignoring the complexity of the conflict and the regional dynamics at play, including the significant role of militant factions within Palestinian territories. It’s imperative to point out that it simplifies a deeply nuanced conflict and fails to acknowledge the existential security threats Israel faces from groups bent on its destruction.

PS. In 2025, a disturbing trend has emerged where images of children with preexisting conditions—manipulated for maximum emotional impact—are being used as part of a propaganda campaign. These tactics obscure the truth, which is that Hamas, caught indulging in luxury and excess, alongside corrupt UNRWA agents, is actively blocking humanitarian aid provided by Israel and the United States. This ensures the suffering of ordinary Gazans, allowing Hamas to spin the narrative that Israel is deliberately starving them, all while manipulating the world’s sympathies. This is a continuation of the Palestinian leadership’s long-standing, grotesque strategy—dating back to Arafat’s days—where civilian casualties are deliberately orchestrated as part of a cynical effort to fuel anti-Israel sentiment.

At the heart of the pallyweid problem lies a misunderstanding or willful ignorance of the existential threat that Israel faces from groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. These organizations openly advocate for the destruction of Israel, and their constant use of terrorism—often launched from civilian areas within Gaza—creates significant challenges for Israeli military operations. The pallyweid narrative, however, often downplays this threat, framing Israel's actions as unjust, rather than necessary defensive measures.

Moreover, pallyweid proponents often ignore the Palestinian leadership's role in perpetuating the conflict, especially their refusal to recognize Israel’s right to exist as a legitimate state. Instead of pursuing peaceful negotiations, Palestinian leaders have often sought violence and terrorism as means to achieve political goals, which exacerbates the ongoing conflict and complicates efforts for peace.

From the perspective of those who use the term pallyweid, much of the international criticism of Israel—especially those accusations of apartheid and genocide—are seen as biased or influenced by anti-Semitism. The Palestinian narrative often takes center stage in international discourse, while Israel’s security needs are either underplayed or outright ignored. This imbalance in global rhetoric is part of a broader effort to delegitimize the Jewish state.

The goal of this delegitimization is not just to criticize Israel's policies but to undermine its very existence as a state. This ideological alignment often coincides with radical anti-Western or anti-Zionist sentiments that seek to portray Israel in a negative light, reinforcing the pallyweid narrative and its false claims of systemic injustice and violence.

The term pallyweid captures a complex and often misleading narrative that distorts the realities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. By falsely equating Israel’s defensive actions with apartheid and genocide, the pallyweid perspective fails to account for the security threats Israel faces, the failure of Palestinian leadership to negotiate peace, and the exaggeration or manipulation of international criticism of Israel. This term highlights how such rhetoric can be weaponized to delegitimize the Jewish state and obscure the true nature of the conflict, making it more difficult to achieve a lasting peace in the region.

Pallyweid = narrative about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that is both misleading and one-sided.

Most of the world subscribes to “Pallyweid” Magazine published by the Palestinians and Muslims.

Rots a Ruck.

The very fact that Pallyweid industry resorted to post a series of a few sick children to shock the world shows how desperate but also how bold the industry of lies (as Ben Yemini described Haaretz) has become.

A good dissecting of how words, imagery and false associations are used to mislead people.

When you have people that can’t get along, physical separation is often a major contributer to security/safety.

For Israel, this separation means walls and checkpoints.

For those in the West shooting their mouth off and sympathizing with the Palestinians...

Just wait, you’ll get you dose of Islamic tolerance and inclusion soon enough. The very people you’re sympathetic to will be celebrating in the streets when this happens.

This has been going on forever:

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salam_Daher

He went so far to dig up dead children and put them at sites that had been bombed by the Israeli's.

This goes all the way back to the 1890s: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yellow_journalism

IMHO, with a numb and more ignorant audience (those buying and reading the papers in the past were far more discerning), a much faster media cycle, it's far worse today. Our so called “news” is largely political or commercial advertising pretending to be news, the consequence of a “free” news media.

Israel is an island of western/European and enlightened, democratic, liberal (classic meaning) culture; surrounded by... (you fill in the rest).

1851- Apr/2025 = Over 30,000.

Memorial Day 2025: 316 soldiers fallen, 79 civilians killed in terror attacks since last year.
As Israel prepares to observe Memorial Day, Defense Ministry announces updated total of 25,417 military casualties since 1860; 5,229 civilians killed in acts of terrorism since 1851
Gal Ganot, Shira Kadri-Ovadia | published:04.25.25 |
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/b1ctooojxx

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