US lawmaker's claim that 'Palestinians' are invented sparks public fury

A statement by U.S. Representative Randy Fine has ignited a firestorm of controversy, with critics accusing him of historical revisionism and ignorance. Fine asserted during a congressional session that the term "Palestinian" is an invented one and that the people inhabiting the Gaza Strip are Arabs.

Fine's remarks suggested that "Palestinians" are not a distinct people and that the concept of Palestine itself was fabricated. He claimed that the people of Gaza are Arabs who originally came from Saudi Arabia. These assertions have been widely condemned across various platforms and by numerous individuals and groups.

The backlash has been swift and severe, with many expressing outrage at Fine's comments. Critics argue that his statements disregard the long history and identity of the Palestinian people. The controversy underscores the deep divisions and sensitivities surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the historical narratives associated with it.