Summary
The article discusses the recognition of Palestine as a state by 157 United Nations member countries, though Palestinians often experience challenges similar to being stateless. The article focuses on the experience of a Palestinian man, Mohammad, who faces difficulties in the U.S. immigration detention system, highlighting the complexities and obstacles Palestinians encounter when attempting to travel or find refuge.
Key Facts
- 157 out of 193 UN member states recognize Palestine as a state.
- Despite global recognition, Palestinians often face issues similar to statelessness at borders.
- Mohammad, a Palestinian, fled Gaza and faced challenges reaching the U.S. and ended up in immigration detention.
- In U.S. detention, Mohammad went on a hunger strike to protest his treatment.
- The hunger strike was meant to assert dignity but resulted in further punishment.
- The U.S. does not recognize Palestine as a state, affecting deportation processes.
- Palestinians find it difficult to return home due to border restrictions and lack of recognition.
- Mohammad remains in U.S. detention as he resists deportation to countries other than Gaza.
