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Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine (1)
Description: Set against a red background is a five-pointed red
star with a white border. Within the star is a black map of
Israel and the Palestinian territories, framed by two olive
branches. Above the star is a black, white and green arc.
Explanation: The red background is reminiscent of the red flag
that was used by many leftist revolutionary groups. Similarly,
the red star, which was used as a symbol for communism and the
Soviet Union, refers to the group’s foundation in Marxism. The
map of Israel and the Palestinian territories within the star
depicts the DFLP’s primary geographical location, as well as its
original goal to establish one state for Arabs and Jews in that
region. The olive branches framing the map represent
reconciliation and victory. The black, white and green arc,
coupled with the red background, denote the four color