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Around the world in a Free Palestine hoodie

Around the world in a Free Palestine hoodie

Summary

The article discusses the reactions people had to the author's "Free Palestine" hoodie while traveling. The writer details encounters with people who were supportive of the message during their travels in Uzbekistan, Turkey, and the United States. The piece highlights varied international perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Key Facts

  • The author traveled by train from Samarkand to Bukhara in Uzbekistan.
  • An Uzbek train attendant showed support for the author's "Free Palestine" hoodie.
  • The attendant warned the author about a train section with Israeli tourists.
  • Official reports state over 65,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Gaza Strip in less than two years, including nearly 20,000 children.
  • Other positive reactions came from people in the Istanbul airport and at Dulles International Airport.
  • A U.S. TSA agent expressed support for the author's clothing choice and mentioned reading works by historian Ilan Pappe.
  • The author notes multiple supportive encounters with strangers while wearing the hoodie during travels.
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