Quote by Queen Rania of Jordan

As a child I sometimes used to travel to the West Bank to visit my family, so I know what the checkpoints felt like. I knew what it was like to live under occupation.

As a child I sometimes used to travel to the West Bank to vi

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This quote reflects the personal experience of the speaker, who as a child traveled to the West Bank to visit family and witnessed firsthand the existence and impact of checkpoints. It emphasizes their familiarity with living under occupation, suggesting that they have a deep understanding of the challenges and restrictions faced by those living in territories under occupation. The quote implies that the speaker's perspective is shaped by their personal encounters and offers insight into the realities of life in such circumstances.

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