This hearing outlines the Palestinian refugee problem and the numerous resources necessary to assist them after their expulsion from the new state of Israel.
This report serves as an overall assessment of the condition of refugee camps in the Middle East and the multi-generational issues that worsen with continued, renewed conflict in the region.
Since the 1940's, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has displaced many people into the surrounding areas. The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the situation and compile negotiation strategies that would work to bring Israelis and Palestinians together on a united front.
Testimonies in this hearing depict the harsh treatment of refugees by the U.S. during World War II, including accounts of the apathy and blood thirst that numerous refugees faced when attempting to flee to the U.S. The committee discusses the difficulties that refugees suffered while regarding the facts and circumstances, and measures to redeem U.S. actions are evaluated.
