In 1947, the "Yishuv" awaited the UN's decision on partitioning #Palestine into a Jewish and an Arab-Palestinian state, understanding their legitimacy depended on UN approval. However, in 1948, the Yishuv unilaterally declared Israeli independence in defiance of the UN position, one day before the end of the British Mandate.

The caricature portrays stunned #UN representatives listening to the Hebrew radio station announcing Israel's independence - an act depicted as illegal as it contradicted the UN's stance. The artist emphasizes Israel's illegitimate declaration by disregarding the authority of the United Nations.

Published in the "Davar" daily news paper on May 14, 1948. Artist: Arye Navon.

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