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The keffiyeh, with roots dating back to 1950, remains an iconic symbol, gaining renewed importance for many amid the ongoing Gaza conflict. Hirbawi, the last keffiyeh factory in Palestinian territory, experienced a surge in production as online orders skyrocketed during Israel's strikes against Gaza. Veuer’s Maria Mercedes Galuppo has the story.

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00:00 The keffiyeh, with roots dating back to 1950, remains an iconic symbol, gaining renewed
00:05 importance for many amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.
00:09 Reuters reports Herbawi, the last keffiyeh factory in Palestinian territory, experienced
00:14 a surge in production as online orders skyrocketed during Israel's strikes against Gaza.
00:20 "In general, when there is a conflict, symbols play a very important role, and keffiyeh is
00:25 not an exception.
00:26 It became an alternative to the flag.
00:30 It's a flag that looks nicer than a flag, and you can wear it, and it's more practical."
00:34 The traditional scarf has transformed into a powerful symbol of solidarity for millions
00:39 worldwide, demanding a ceasefire.
00:42 However, the scarf has become a controversial target, with reports of caution, fines and
00:48 detentions in France and Germany for keffiyeh wearers.
00:51 (upbeat music)
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