The flag of Palestine (Arabic: علم فلسطين) features a horizontal tricolor design of black, white, and green from top to bottom, with a red triangle extending from the hoist side. Each color holds significant symbolism: the black represents the Palestinian people's suffering and determination, the white symbolizes peace and hope for a peaceful resolution to the conflict, and the green represents the fertile land and the Palestinian culture's connection to the land. The red triangle symbolizes the struggle for independence and freedom. The flag is a powerful emblem of Palestinian identity, resilience, and the quest for self-determination and statehood.
| Proportion: | 1:2 |
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| Adopted: | May 28, 1964 |
| Flag image: | Animated GIF (25 frames looped) |
| Flag emoji code: | 🇵🇸 |
The coat of arms of Palestine features a black Saladin eagle with a shield bearing the Palestinian flag on its chest and an Arabic inscription reading "Palestine" on its talons. The eagle is often associated with Saladin, a historic Muslim military leader known for his role in the Crusades and his recapture of Jerusalem. The use of the Palestinian flag on the shield and the Arabic inscription "Palestine" on the talons underscores the strong connection to Palestinian heritage and the desire for recognition and statehood. This emblem reflects the aspirations and symbolism important to many Palestinians.
Palestine, officially known as the State of Palestine, is a country in the Middle East. Its capital is Jerusalem, and its population is about 4.923 million (2021). According to its land and sea borders, it borders with Egypt, Israel, and Jordan.
| Capital and largest city: | Jerusalem |
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| Other major cities: | Ghazzah, al-Khalil |
| Official language: | Arabic |
| Region: | Western Asia |
| Ethnic groups: | 83% Palestinian Arab, 17% Israeli Jewish and others |
| Religions: | 85% Muslim, 12% Jewish, 2% Christian, 1% Other |
| Nationality name: | Palestinian |
| Population: | 4.923 million (2021) |
| Country codes: | PS, PSE (ISO 3166) |
| Internet Top-Level Domain: | .ps |
| Calling code: | +970 |
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