British Museum omits ‘Palestine’ from ancient exhibits

After a complaint from UK Lawyers for Israel, the British Museum removed the term ‘Palestine’ from its ancient Middle East exhibits, arguing it misrepresents historical continuity. The museum noted that it uses appropriate terminology, such as ‘Canaan’ for ancient regions and ‘Palestinian’ for cultural identity. The ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, marked by disputes over territory and statehood, continues to evoke strong international reactions. Historical tensions intensified after the Balfour Declaration and the establishment of Israel in 1948, leading to significant displacement of Palestinians.