Palestine Makes History at Miss Universe Pageant

Palestine will make history at the Miss Universe pageant this year when Nadeen Ayoub becomes the first woman to represent the Palestinian people in the competition.

Ayoub was crowned Miss Palestine in 2022 and will compete against women from over 130 countries and territories at the 2025 Miss Universe event on November 21 in Bangkok, Thailand.

The 27-year-old contestant said she wants to be a voice for the Palestinian people.

"At a time when the world's eyes are on our homeland, I carry this role with deep responsibility," Ayoub said. "I am proud to walk this path, not just as Miss Palestine, but as a voice for those who deserve to be seen and heard."

The inclusion of a Palestinian contestant marks a significant milestone for the Miss Universe organization, which has expanded its reach to include more countries and territories in recent years.