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Nov 29, 2025
What Is an Intifada? (Written by the Israel Digital Center. Date of writing: 07/07/25)
Understanding the True Meaning Behind the Word “Intifada”
In recent years, especially during pro-Palestinian demonstrations around the world, the call to “globalize the intifada” has become increasingly common.
But before understanding what this slogan means, it’s important to understand what “intifada” actually is.
The Meaning of “Intifada”
The Arabic word intifada literally means “shaking off.”
In the Palestinian context, however, it refers to a violent uprising - most often involving organized attacks, riots, and acts of terror against Israeli civilians.
In Israel, the word Intifada is associated with periods of intense violence and widespread terrorism that targeted ordinary people in buses, restaurants, and city streets.
The Intifadas in Israel
There have been two Palestinian intifadas so far:
First Intifada (1987–1993):
Mass riots, rock-throwing, roadblocks, Molotov cocktails – along with terror attacks by Hamas and Islamic Jihad (stabbings, shootings, kidnappings, car bombs). 154 civilians were murdered.
Second Intifada (2000–2005):
A wave of brutal terror attacks, mostly suicide bombings and shootings by terror organizations Fatah, Hamas, and Islamic Jihad – targeting buses, restaurants, and hotels. 1,060 civilians were murdered.
In both uprisings, the victims were innocent civilians: Israelis and Arabs, men, women, children, and the elderly.
“Globalize the Intifada” - What Does That Really Mean?
The phrase “globalize the intifada” has become a rallying cry at protests and on social media. While it may sound like a call for solidarity or liberation, its true meaning is rooted in violence.
It echoes the same uprisings that involved terror attacks, killings, and destruction. now rebranded as a global movement.
Many activists chanting it may not understand its origins, but Palestinian terror groups and movement leaders certainly do.
By calling for “globalizing the intifada”, they promote the spread of violence far beyond the borders of Israel. including against Jewish communities and Western targets worldwide.
The world deserves to understand what “intifada” truly means - not as a slogan, but as a violent reality that claimed thousands of innocent lives.
Recognizing its real meaning is essential before the term becomes normalized, detached from its history, and exported as a symbol of “resistance.”
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Tommy Robinson visits Re’im, the site of the Nova Festival massacre, during the two-year memorial of the October 7th atrocities. Hear the harrowing first-hand testimonies of survivors and witnesses as they recount what truly happened when Hamas terrorists attacked innocent festivalgoers. This is the raw, unfiltered truth of that dark day, as told by those who lived through it.
After watching previously unseen footage showing the massacre of 110 innocent people by Hamas on October 7th, Tommy Robinson shares his raw reaction and reflections. He speaks about what he witnessed, the mindset behind the attacks, and how the reality on the ground in Israel differs from what much of the media shows. This is not easy to watch — but it’s an honest account of what he saw and why he believes the world needs to understand the true nature of this conflict.
Today I visited the Kibbutz closest to the Gaza border. Where some 5,000 Hamas jihadist scum launched their attack on Israeli citizens on October 7th. I speak to this brave gentleman, Thomas Hand, whose 8 year old daughter was kidnapped by the terror group that day. Listen to the harrowing testimony of a father, one story, amongst thousands. Thank you for sharing your experience Thomas. This video is not for the feint of heart.
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A former paratrooper and reserve commander takes us from the frontlines to the world stage — describing life in Sderot, fighting inside Gaza (Machon Al-Quds, Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and the trauma of October 7. He explains how close Gaza is to Israeli towns, recalls the 2005 Gush Katif withdrawal, and shares raw, personal scenes from months spent in active combat — then returning home to face a different battle: the rise of antisemitism worldwide. What you’ll hear in this video: • A frontline commander’s personal testimony about October 7 and the months that followed. • Firsthand descriptions of operations in Gaza (Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and daily threats from tunnels and armed militants. • Reflections on the 2005 Gaza withdrawal (Gush Katif) and what it meant for local communities. • The psychological shift from military duty back to civilian life and confronting global antisemitism.
Tommy Robinson visits Re’im, the site of the Nova Festival massacre, during the two-year memorial of the October 7th atrocities. Hear the harrowing first-hand testimonies of survivors and witnesses as they recount what truly happened when Hamas terrorists attacked innocent festivalgoers. This is the raw, unfiltered truth of that dark day, as told by those who lived through it.
After watching previously unseen footage showing the massacre of 110 innocent people by Hamas on October 7th, Tommy Robinson shares his raw reaction and reflections. He speaks about what he witnessed, the mindset behind the attacks, and how the reality on the ground in Israel differs from what much of the media shows. This is not easy to watch — but it’s an honest account of what he saw and why he believes the world needs to understand the true nature of this conflict.
Today I visited the Kibbutz closest to the Gaza border. Where some 5,000 Hamas jihadist scum launched their attack on Israeli citizens on October 7th. I speak to this brave gentleman, Thomas Hand, whose 8 year old daughter was kidnapped by the terror group that day. Listen to the harrowing testimony of a father, one story, amongst thousands. Thank you for sharing your experience Thomas. This video is not for the feint of heart.
In this explosive interview, Amichai Chikli Minister of Diaspora Affairs of Israel delivers a powerful warning about the rise of radical Islam and the Muslim Brotherhood’s dangerous global ambitions, from establishing a Caliphate to imposing Sharia law across Europe and beyond. He slams the UK’s Labour government under Keir Starmer for its "fear-driven" approach to extremism, drawing chilling parallels to appeasement tactics before WWII. Discover why he believes Britain must act decisively to avoid a catastrophic wake-up call. Join the conversation on this critical fight for freedom and democracy!
A former paratrooper and reserve commander takes us from the frontlines to the world stage — describing life in Sderot, fighting inside Gaza (Machon Al-Quds, Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and the trauma of October 7. He explains how close Gaza is to Israeli towns, recalls the 2005 Gush Katif withdrawal, and shares raw, personal scenes from months spent in active combat — then returning home to face a different battle: the rise of antisemitism worldwide. What you’ll hear in this video: • A frontline commander’s personal testimony about October 7 and the months that followed. • Firsthand descriptions of operations in Gaza (Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and daily threats from tunnels and armed militants. • Reflections on the 2005 Gaza withdrawal (Gush Katif) and what it meant for local communities. • The psychological shift from military duty back to civilian life and confronting global antisemitism.
Tommy Robinson visits Re’im, the site of the Nova Festival massacre, during the two-year memorial of the October 7th atrocities. Hear the harrowing first-hand testimonies of survivors and witnesses as they recount what truly happened when Hamas terrorists attacked innocent festivalgoers. This is the raw, unfiltered truth of that dark day, as told by those who lived through it.
After watching previously unseen footage showing the massacre of 110 innocent people by Hamas on October 7th, Tommy Robinson shares his raw reaction and reflections. He speaks about what he witnessed, the mindset behind the attacks, and how the reality on the ground in Israel differs from what much of the media shows. This is not easy to watch — but it’s an honest account of what he saw and why he believes the world needs to understand the true nature of this conflict.
Today I visited the Kibbutz closest to the Gaza border. Where some 5,000 Hamas jihadist scum launched their attack on Israeli citizens on October 7th. I speak to this brave gentleman, Thomas Hand, whose 8 year old daughter was kidnapped by the terror group that day. Listen to the harrowing testimony of a father, one story, amongst thousands. Thank you for sharing your experience Thomas. This video is not for the feint of heart.
In this explosive interview, Amichai Chikli Minister of Diaspora Affairs of Israel delivers a powerful warning about the rise of radical Islam and the Muslim Brotherhood’s dangerous global ambitions, from establishing a Caliphate to imposing Sharia law across Europe and beyond. He slams the UK’s Labour government under Keir Starmer for its "fear-driven" approach to extremism, drawing chilling parallels to appeasement tactics before WWII. Discover why he believes Britain must act decisively to avoid a catastrophic wake-up call. Join the conversation on this critical fight for freedom and democracy!
A former paratrooper and reserve commander takes us from the frontlines to the world stage — describing life in Sderot, fighting inside Gaza (Machon Al-Quds, Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and the trauma of October 7. He explains how close Gaza is to Israeli towns, recalls the 2005 Gush Katif withdrawal, and shares raw, personal scenes from months spent in active combat — then returning home to face a different battle: the rise of antisemitism worldwide. What you’ll hear in this video: • A frontline commander’s personal testimony about October 7 and the months that followed. • Firsthand descriptions of operations in Gaza (Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and daily threats from tunnels and armed militants. • Reflections on the 2005 Gaza withdrawal (Gush Katif) and what it meant for local communities. • The psychological shift from military duty back to civilian life and confronting global antisemitism.
Tommy Robinson visits Re’im, the site of the Nova Festival massacre, during the two-year memorial of the October 7th atrocities. Hear the harrowing first-hand testimonies of survivors and witnesses as they recount what truly happened when Hamas terrorists attacked innocent festivalgoers. This is the raw, unfiltered truth of that dark day, as told by those who lived through it.
After watching previously unseen footage showing the massacre of 110 innocent people by Hamas on October 7th, Tommy Robinson shares his raw reaction and reflections. He speaks about what he witnessed, the mindset behind the attacks, and how the reality on the ground in Israel differs from what much of the media shows. This is not easy to watch — but it’s an honest account of what he saw and why he believes the world needs to understand the true nature of this conflict.
Today I visited the Kibbutz closest to the Gaza border. Where some 5,000 Hamas jihadist scum launched their attack on Israeli citizens on October 7th. I speak to this brave gentleman, Thomas Hand, whose 8 year old daughter was kidnapped by the terror group that day. Listen to the harrowing testimony of a father, one story, amongst thousands. Thank you for sharing your experience Thomas. This video is not for the feint of heart.
In this explosive interview, Amichai Chikli Minister of Diaspora Affairs of Israel delivers a powerful warning about the rise of radical Islam and the Muslim Brotherhood’s dangerous global ambitions, from establishing a Caliphate to imposing Sharia law across Europe and beyond. He slams the UK’s Labour government under Keir Starmer for its "fear-driven" approach to extremism, drawing chilling parallels to appeasement tactics before WWII. Discover why he believes Britain must act decisively to avoid a catastrophic wake-up call. Join the conversation on this critical fight for freedom and democracy!
A former paratrooper and reserve commander takes us from the frontlines to the world stage — describing life in Sderot, fighting inside Gaza (Machon Al-Quds, Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and the trauma of October 7. He explains how close Gaza is to Israeli towns, recalls the 2005 Gush Katif withdrawal, and shares raw, personal scenes from months spent in active combat — then returning home to face a different battle: the rise of antisemitism worldwide. What you’ll hear in this video: • A frontline commander’s personal testimony about October 7 and the months that followed. • Firsthand descriptions of operations in Gaza (Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and daily threats from tunnels and armed militants. • Reflections on the 2005 Gaza withdrawal (Gush Katif) and what it meant for local communities. • The psychological shift from military duty back to civilian life and confronting global antisemitism.
Tommy Robinson visits Re’im, the site of the Nova Festival massacre, during the two-year memorial of the October 7th atrocities. Hear the harrowing first-hand testimonies of survivors and witnesses as they recount what truly happened when Hamas terrorists attacked innocent festivalgoers. This is the raw, unfiltered truth of that dark day, as told by those who lived through it.
After watching previously unseen footage showing the massacre of 110 innocent people by Hamas on October 7th, Tommy Robinson shares his raw reaction and reflections. He speaks about what he witnessed, the mindset behind the attacks, and how the reality on the ground in Israel differs from what much of the media shows. This is not easy to watch — but it’s an honest account of what he saw and why he believes the world needs to understand the true nature of this conflict.
Today I visited the Kibbutz closest to the Gaza border. Where some 5,000 Hamas jihadist scum launched their attack on Israeli citizens on October 7th. I speak to this brave gentleman, Thomas Hand, whose 8 year old daughter was kidnapped by the terror group that day. Listen to the harrowing testimony of a father, one story, amongst thousands. Thank you for sharing your experience Thomas. This video is not for the feint of heart.
In this explosive interview, Amichai Chikli Minister of Diaspora Affairs of Israel delivers a powerful warning about the rise of radical Islam and the Muslim Brotherhood’s dangerous global ambitions, from establishing a Caliphate to imposing Sharia law across Europe and beyond. He slams the UK’s Labour government under Keir Starmer for its "fear-driven" approach to extremism, drawing chilling parallels to appeasement tactics before WWII. Discover why he believes Britain must act decisively to avoid a catastrophic wake-up call. Join the conversation on this critical fight for freedom and democracy!
A former paratrooper and reserve commander takes us from the frontlines to the world stage — describing life in Sderot, fighting inside Gaza (Machon Al-Quds, Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and the trauma of October 7. He explains how close Gaza is to Israeli towns, recalls the 2005 Gush Katif withdrawal, and shares raw, personal scenes from months spent in active combat — then returning home to face a different battle: the rise of antisemitism worldwide. What you’ll hear in this video: • A frontline commander’s personal testimony about October 7 and the months that followed. • Firsthand descriptions of operations in Gaza (Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and daily threats from tunnels and armed militants. • Reflections on the 2005 Gaza withdrawal (Gush Katif) and what it meant for local communities. • The psychological shift from military duty back to civilian life and confronting global antisemitism.
Tommy Robinson visits Re’im, the site of the Nova Festival massacre, during the two-year memorial of the October 7th atrocities. Hear the harrowing first-hand testimonies of survivors and witnesses as they recount what truly happened when Hamas terrorists attacked innocent festivalgoers. This is the raw, unfiltered truth of that dark day, as told by those who lived through it.
After watching previously unseen footage showing the massacre of 110 innocent people by Hamas on October 7th, Tommy Robinson shares his raw reaction and reflections. He speaks about what he witnessed, the mindset behind the attacks, and how the reality on the ground in Israel differs from what much of the media shows. This is not easy to watch — but it’s an honest account of what he saw and why he believes the world needs to understand the true nature of this conflict.
Today I visited the Kibbutz closest to the Gaza border. Where some 5,000 Hamas jihadist scum launched their attack on Israeli citizens on October 7th. I speak to this brave gentleman, Thomas Hand, whose 8 year old daughter was kidnapped by the terror group that day. Listen to the harrowing testimony of a father, one story, amongst thousands. Thank you for sharing your experience Thomas. This video is not for the feint of heart.
In this explosive interview, Amichai Chikli Minister of Diaspora Affairs of Israel delivers a powerful warning about the rise of radical Islam and the Muslim Brotherhood’s dangerous global ambitions, from establishing a Caliphate to imposing Sharia law across Europe and beyond. He slams the UK’s Labour government under Keir Starmer for its "fear-driven" approach to extremism, drawing chilling parallels to appeasement tactics before WWII. Discover why he believes Britain must act decisively to avoid a catastrophic wake-up call. Join the conversation on this critical fight for freedom and democracy!
A former paratrooper and reserve commander takes us from the frontlines to the world stage — describing life in Sderot, fighting inside Gaza (Machon Al-Quds, Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and the trauma of October 7. He explains how close Gaza is to Israeli towns, recalls the 2005 Gush Katif withdrawal, and shares raw, personal scenes from months spent in active combat — then returning home to face a different battle: the rise of antisemitism worldwide. What you’ll hear in this video: • A frontline commander’s personal testimony about October 7 and the months that followed. • Firsthand descriptions of operations in Gaza (Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and daily threats from tunnels and armed militants. • Reflections on the 2005 Gaza withdrawal (Gush Katif) and what it meant for local communities. • The psychological shift from military duty back to civilian life and confronting global antisemitism.
Tommy Robinson visits Re’im, the site of the Nova Festival massacre, during the two-year memorial of the October 7th atrocities. Hear the harrowing first-hand testimonies of survivors and witnesses as they recount what truly happened when Hamas terrorists attacked innocent festivalgoers. This is the raw, unfiltered truth of that dark day, as told by those who lived through it.
After watching previously unseen footage showing the massacre of 110 innocent people by Hamas on October 7th, Tommy Robinson shares his raw reaction and reflections. He speaks about what he witnessed, the mindset behind the attacks, and how the reality on the ground in Israel differs from what much of the media shows. This is not easy to watch — but it’s an honest account of what he saw and why he believes the world needs to understand the true nature of this conflict.
Today I visited the Kibbutz closest to the Gaza border. Where some 5,000 Hamas jihadist scum launched their attack on Israeli citizens on October 7th. I speak to this brave gentleman, Thomas Hand, whose 8 year old daughter was kidnapped by the terror group that day. Listen to the harrowing testimony of a father, one story, amongst thousands. Thank you for sharing your experience Thomas. This video is not for the feint of heart.
In this explosive interview, Amichai Chikli Minister of Diaspora Affairs of Israel delivers a powerful warning about the rise of radical Islam and the Muslim Brotherhood’s dangerous global ambitions, from establishing a Caliphate to imposing Sharia law across Europe and beyond. He slams the UK’s Labour government under Keir Starmer for its "fear-driven" approach to extremism, drawing chilling parallels to appeasement tactics before WWII. Discover why he believes Britain must act decisively to avoid a catastrophic wake-up call. Join the conversation on this critical fight for freedom and democracy!
A former paratrooper and reserve commander takes us from the frontlines to the world stage — describing life in Sderot, fighting inside Gaza (Machon Al-Quds, Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and the trauma of October 7. He explains how close Gaza is to Israeli towns, recalls the 2005 Gush Katif withdrawal, and shares raw, personal scenes from months spent in active combat — then returning home to face a different battle: the rise of antisemitism worldwide. What you’ll hear in this video: • A frontline commander’s personal testimony about October 7 and the months that followed. • Firsthand descriptions of operations in Gaza (Nuseirat, Beit Hanoun) and daily threats from tunnels and armed militants. • Reflections on the 2005 Gaza withdrawal (Gush Katif) and what it meant for local communities. • The psychological shift from military duty back to civilian life and confronting global antisemitism.
Tommy Robinson visits Re’im, the site of the Nova Festival massacre, during the two-year memorial of the October 7th atrocities. Hear the harrowing first-hand testimonies of survivors and witnesses as they recount what truly happened when Hamas terrorists attacked innocent festivalgoers. This is the raw, unfiltered truth of that dark day, as told by those who lived through it.
After watching previously unseen footage showing the massacre of 110 innocent people by Hamas on October 7th, Tommy Robinson shares his raw reaction and reflections. He speaks about what he witnessed, the mindset behind the attacks, and how the reality on the ground in Israel differs from what much of the media shows. This is not easy to watch — but it’s an honest account of what he saw and why he believes the world needs to understand the true nature of this conflict.
Today I visited the Kibbutz closest to the Gaza border. Where some 5,000 Hamas jihadist scum launched their attack on Israeli citizens on October 7th. I speak to this brave gentleman, Thomas Hand, whose 8 year old daughter was kidnapped by the terror group that day. Listen to the harrowing testimony of a father, one story, amongst thousands. Thank you for sharing your experience Thomas. This video is not for the feint of heart.
In this explosive interview, Amichai Chikli Minister of Diaspora Affairs of Israel delivers a powerful warning about the rise of radical Islam and the Muslim Brotherhood’s dangerous global ambitions, from establishing a Caliphate to imposing Sharia law across Europe and beyond. He slams the UK’s Labour government under Keir Starmer for its "fear-driven" approach to extremism, drawing chilling parallels to appeasement tactics before WWII. Discover why he believes Britain must act decisively to avoid a catastrophic wake-up call. Join the conversation on this critical fight for freedom and democracy!
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