Tag: Middle East Conflict

Israel is currently facing a war following a devastating attack by Hamas on October 7.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have regained control of border towns as the surprise attack by Hamas enters its third day.
Israeli forces killed three terrorists who attempted to infiltrate from Lebanon into Israel.
The shocking attack in southern Israel resulted in the most deadly killing of Jews since the Holocaust and has transformed Israel and the Middle East.
In this fictional story, the protagonist, Keren, experiences three recurring dreams that eventually come true in a devastating way.
Journalist and analyst Oren Kessler's book "Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict" is discussed by Tel Aviv-based journalist Neri Zilber, highlighting the significance of this historical period in understanding the current Middle East situation.
In a discussion about the book "Palestine 1936: The Great Revolt and the Roots of the Middle East Conflict," journalist Oren Kessler and host Neri Zilber talk about the significance of this historical period and its relevance to the present.
The article discusses the question of whether a Jew can cook Palestinian food without getting political.
Jason Greenblatt, former Mideast peace envoy for the Trump administration, believes that his efforts played a key role in improving Israel's ties with Arab countries.
The Israel Defense Forces demolished a building in Gaza housing the Associated Press, leading to controversy.
In this retrospective on the twentieth anniversary of the Second Intifada, Palestinian Affairs Correspondent Gal Berger reflects on the importance of this period of unrest.
In this podcast episode, Muriel Asseburg of the German foreign policy think tank SWP discusses the challenges faced by the EU in dealing with conflicts in the Middle East, such as Syria, Yemen, and Libya, while also trying to maintain a clear stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
In this podcast episode, hosts Evan Gottesman and Eli Kowaz invite Brig. Gen. (Res.) Ilan Paz to discuss the security establishment's perspective on the impending annexation of the West Bank.
Ian Black, former Middle East editor of The Guardian, discusses his book "Enemies and Neighbors" on the conflict between Arabs and Jews in Palestine and Israel from 1917 to 2017.
After decades of failed peace negotiations with the Palestinians, the author argues that Israel should consider a unilateral disengagement from most of the West Bank as a more realistic alternative.
In this episode of the Tel Aviv Review, hosts Allison, Noah, and Gilad Halpern discuss three significant topics: the approval of a bill by the Knesset allowing the expropriation of privately-owned land in occupied territories, the tensions arising from a rocket fired from Gaza towards a Jewish town and the IDF response, as well as a viral cartoon advocating religious women to avoid army service due to boredom, ennui, and sexual harassment.
Dr. Ron Schleifer discusses the concept of hasbara, a form of propaganda used in the Israeli-Arab conflict, in an interview with Gilad Halpern.
"Omar" and "Bethlehem" were both nominees for the best foreign film Oscar, focusing on the complex relationship between Palestinian informers and Israeli handlers, but "Omar" was chosen over "Bethlehem." "Omar" directed by Hany Abu-Assad portrays a Palestinian bread baker in love with his friend's sister, while "Bethlehem," directed by Yuval Adler, gives a nuanced look at the relationship between an Israeli agent and a young Palestinian.
David Ignatius expresses concern about impending conflicts in the Middle East, particularly involving Iran, and recommends that the United States take a more independent and assertive approach in negotiations.