Kafr Qasim Marks 70th Anniversary of Massacre with Festival Plans
Translated & summarized from Arab48 by baba
Kafr Qasim's municipal council and the Supreme Committee for Commemoration have finalized plans for the 70th anniversary of the Kafr Qasim massacre. A central festival is scheduled for October 29, 2026, at the Honorary Stadium, despite concerns about potential damage to sports facilities. The commemoration includes a march, a book launch, and renovations, emphasizing the preservation of martyrs' memory for future generations.
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- Kafr Qasim will mark the 70th anniversary of the massacre with a central festival on October 29, 2026.
- The municipal council approved a march, book publication, and renovations for the commemoration.
- Mayor highlighted the event's historical and humanitarian significance.
- Concerns were raised about holding events at the Eastern Stadium due to its artificial turf.
- The Supreme Committee urged unified efforts to preserve the memory of the martyrs.
The Kafr Qasim municipal council has approved a series of decisions to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Kafr Qasim massacre. The Supreme Committee for Commemoration announced that the central national festival will take place on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 7 PM at the Honorary Stadium in the city. These decisions follow deliberations on preparations for the anniversary, which marks its 70th year and is considered a significant milestone. Efforts are being emphasized to unify endeavors in preserving the memory of the martyrs and conveying their message to future generations.
During an emergency session, the municipal council unanimously endorsed plans including the traditional commemorative march, the publication and distribution of the book "Pride Despite Wounds," the renovation of the martyrs' panorama at the community center, and a festival evening in the Jabal area behind Al-Hayat School. Mayor stressed the national, historical, and humanitarian importance of the massacre's commemoration, stating it is a responsibility to the martyrs and a historical trust to be passed down. He acknowledged that differing views on commemoration are natural but must not undermine the martyrs' status or the event's essence, calling for dialogue and mutual respect to resolve disagreements.
The municipal council also discussed a request from the sports department to avoid holding festival events at the Eastern Stadium, which has artificial turf. Concerns were raised about potential damage to the turf, leading to repair costs, disruption of training and matches, and unavailability of the field for hundreds of children and players. Despite this, the Supreme Committee for the 70th Commemoration confirmed in a statement that the central festival will proceed at the Honorary Stadium in Kafr Qasim on October 29, 2026, following deliberations that recognized the exceptional significance of the 70th anniversary.
The Supreme Committee underscored that the 70th anniversary is a historic juncture and a collective responsibility requiring the cooperation of institutions, forces, and residents of Kafr Qasim to preserve the martyrs' memory and embed the massacre's significance in the collective consciousness. The committee urged participation and contribution to the festival's success, confirming ongoing preparations for related events. The announced decisions and statements reflect the anniversary's importance in the collective memory of Kafr Qasim's residents and the necessity of preserving the martyrs' legacy, with the festival's venue and organizational details remaining key discussion points.