Nazareth Peace Committee Declares Truce Between Bakri and Nafaa Families

A reconciliation committee and "Jaha" (a council of elders) in Nazareth announced on September 12, 2026, the achievement of a general truce and the end of recent tensions between the Bakri and Nafaa families. The committee stated in an official release that their efforts succeeded in closing the door to strife and restoring calm to the city and the region.

Both families committed to avoiding any actions or words that could reignite conflict. They specifically rejected slander and defamation, issuing a warning against the spread of inflammatory photos and videos on platforms like TikTok, which could exacerbate the dispute.

The peace committee issued a public appeal to the residents of Nazareth and the surrounding area, urging them to act responsibly, avoid engaging with rumors, and refrain from sharing offensive content that could undermine the de-escalation efforts and neighborly relations. The committee encouraged the community to promote positive discourse and the values of tolerance, expressing a wish for lasting security, love, and harmony among all members of society.