A Conversation with a Palestinian Activist on Twitter
Amid the media wars between the noise of mainstream outlets and the silence imposed by censored platforms—there are still voices that tirelessly speak the truth. One of those voices belongs to a Palestinian activist who, despite being far from their homeland, considers Palestine to be “everything.” In a conversation with KHANA, this activist—well known on Twitter—discusses resistance, regional changes since October 7, and the uneven media battle.
What Does It Mean to Be Palestinian?
Born in Nablus in the West Bank, they were forced to leave after the occupation. Although their background is in engineering, not politics, they call themselves a “small Palestinian activist.” They say:“I don’t represent any movement or organization; I’m just a human being concerned about my homeland.”
Changes After October 7: “The World Has Changed”
According to them, October 7 was a turning point for Palestine and even the region. Before that, Israel enjoyed relative calm, and normalization with Arab countries was accelerating.
“It was as if the Arab world had forgotten where Palestine was.”
Iran, too, was preoccupied with its complex relationships with the U.S. and regional powers. Most Palestinians were focused on daily survival.
But after October 7, everything flipped:“For the first time, Israel plunged into a severe PR crisis. Its crimes became clearly visible. Even if the West refuses to stop this regime, the stain of this catastrophe cannot be wiped clean.”
When asked about Iran’s role in regional dynamics, the activist cautiously says that while Iran’s influence declined after the events in Syria, it remains a key player. Groups like Hezbollah and Yemen’s Ansarullah, though damaged, still possess the power to resist and remain loyal to Iran.
Twitter: The Front Line of Media Resistance
When asked about the role of social media in the Palestinian narrative, they strongly affirm:“If it weren’t for social media, the Gaza genocide would have been forgotten just like the Nakba of 1948.”
They share an interesting experience from Twitter (X) after October 7:
“In one Twitter Space, an idea came up that all users should post the same message with the hashtag #GazaGenocide and then retweet it repeatedly. I personally did this about 500 times—some did it over 2,000 times! That hashtag went global within 72 hours and topped the trends in the U.S.”
They see this as a real form of “online resistance.”
The Meaning of Resistance Today
In their view, the Palestinian resistance has never been as strong as it is now. Referring to the October 7 operation, they describe it as one of the most complex military operations in recent history, even praised by Western military analysts.
They also consider Iran’s indirect support through training and financing significant, while emphasizing that Iran had no prior knowledge of the operation.
From South Africa to Digital Defiance
In one part of the interview, they mention a conversation on Twitter with Carl Niehaus, a member of the South African Parliament. When asked to send a message to followers, Niehaus said just one sentence:“Speak about Palestine. Don’t forget us.”
A Message to Activists and the Global Community
In conclusion, the activist outlines three core missions for Palestinian advocates and their international supporters:
Documenting Israeli crimes to be used in institutions such as the International Criminal Court.
Exposing the reality of Israeli occupation to awaken the global conscience.
Countering Israeli propaganda and false narratives, such as the myth of “40 beheaded babies.”
