Brooklyn School Removes Controversial Map Labeling Israel as 'Palestine'

The map, part of a Qatar-funded program, sparks concerns over 'Jewish erasure' and foreign influence in U.S. public schools.

PS 261, a public school in Brooklyn, New York, has come under criticism for displaying a map in one of its classrooms that labeled Israel as 'Palestine'.
The map was part of the Arab Culture Arts program at the school, which is funded by Qatar Foundation International, a nonprofit owned by the Qatari government.
Upon discovery of the map, the New York City Department of Education initially defended its presence, stating it was a map of countries that speak Arabic. However, following public outcry, the map was removed.
Local politicians and educators have expressed concern over the incident, with some accusing the school of 'Jewish erasure' and calling for a thorough investigation into the matter.
Qatar Foundation International has donated over $1 million to the New York City Department of Education between 2019 and 2022, raising questions about the influence of foreign funding in U.S. public schools.