While moving to Norway nearly a decade and a half ago, artist Ayman Alazraq accidentally came across 5 VHS cassettes, with a total of more than 14 hours of audio-visual material of a people’s tribunal gathered in Oslo in 1982 to bear witness to the horrific events of the Sabra and Shatila refugee camps in Beirut, Lebanon, on 16–18 September 1982. As a young student, he was trying to comprehend why this archive had been left behind and not entered institutional repositories.

This exhibition delves into the intricate connections within the global struggle for the recognition of Palestinian rights, offering a compelling exploration of both formal and informal ties. At its core are approximately 14 hours of recordings capturing a pivotal hearing held in Oslo in October 1982, following the harrowing massacre at the Sabra and Shatila camps. Perpetrated by a Lebanese Christian militia operating under Israeli control in Lebanon, this tragedy reverberated globally, sparking profound discussions and actions for justice.

The rich audio-visual and photographic material showcased in the exhibition, previously neglected or confined to private circles, serves as poignant evidence of individuals grappling with the weight of history within liberation movements. Through art and culture, these artifacts provide not only alternative documentation but also a profound testament to the enduring struggle for justice. By assembling these disparate pieces, the exhibition illuminates the role of international actors within a broader context, inviting audiences to engage with a narrative that transcends borders and speaks to the universal quest for dignity and rights.