The cartoons of Naji al-Ali are famous for their political messaging and no-holds-barred criticism of both Israel and Arab governments. They are also known for Handala, the famous symbol of Palestinian resistance.
In this meeting, the PSC reviewed his life, work, and the legacy that his cartoons have left behind. We started by discussing his biography and going over a few examples of his work, highlighting elements of his style that set him apart from other cartoonists of his day. We then watched a short film, Naji al-Ali: An Artist With Vision, that went more in depth about his life and eventual assassination by a Mossad-affliated agent. Watch the film here.