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Britannica Kids Updates Map, Recognizes Israel After Controversy

2/1/2026

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Encyclopedia Britannica's Britannica Kids edition removed a map labeling Israel as "Palestine" after a complaint from UK Lawyers for Israel (UKLFI).
The map labeled Jordan River–Mediterranean area as "Palestine," which UKLFI said erased Israel's existence and echoed pro-Palestinian slogans.
After media inquiries, Britannica updated the Britannica Kids entry to recognize Israel.
Shari Black, a Jewish children's book writer, emphasized accuracy and said the map pushed an agenda against Israel.

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Encyclopedia Britannica's Britannica Kids edition removed a map labeling Israel as "Palestine" after a complaint from UK Lawyers for Israel (UKLFI).
The map labeled Jordan River–Mediterranean area as "Palestine," which UKLFI said erased Israel's existence and echoed pro-Palestinian slogans.
After media inquiries, Britannica updated the Britannica Kids entry to recognize Israel.
Shari Black, a Jewish children's book writer, emphasized accuracy and said the map pushed an agenda against Israel.