Overview

• Netflix launched the 'Palestinian Stories' collection in 2021 with 32 films, but nearly all have been removed due to expired licensing agreements.
• Currently, only one film from the original collection is available to U.S. viewers, with the page entirely inaccessible in some countries like Israel and Korea.
• Human rights groups, including Freedom Forward, have criticized Netflix for not renewing the licenses, emphasizing the importance of sharing Palestinian narratives amid ongoing conflict.
• Netflix stated that the decision aligns with standard content licensing practices, similar to the removal of other shows like 'Friends' in the U.S.
• The controversy highlights broader concerns about the suppression of Palestinian voices in Western media and entertainment platforms.