Tag: Occupation

Issa Amro penned an open letter to Congresswomen Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib expressing disappointment that they were barred entry into Palestine by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, at the request of President Trump.
The text discusses the importance of discussing Israel and Palestine thoughtfully and responsibly.
Sarah Brammer-Shlay, a member of the IfNotNow movement, highlights the need to address a moral crisis within the Jewish community regarding the Israeli occupation of Palestine.
In his new book marking 50 years since Israel's occupation of the West Bank and Gaza, Gershon Shafir delves into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, portraying Israelis as part of a colonial system while suggesting Palestinians live in a state of "denialism."
In this edition, Noah, Don, and Allison discuss various topics.
Dr. Omar Dajani from the University of the Pacific discusses the legal aspect of Israel's ongoing control of the West Bank and questions whether the occupation has transformed into a de facto annexation.
Professor Aeyal Gross from Tel Aviv University's law school presents his book "The Writing on the Wall: Rethinking the International Law of Occupation," in which he challenges traditional notions in international law, asserting the need for adjustments to align with modern political, diplomatic, and technological developments.
In this episode, Allison, Don & Noah discuss the tragic events in Aleppo and reflect on Israeli reactions or inactions towards the situation.
In a discussion on the "Women's Ways of Protest" edition of the Tel Aviv Review, the hosts reflect on the director of B'Tselem urging the UN Security Council to take action against Israel to end the Occupation, the effectiveness of women's peace activism as seen in the Women Wage Peace organization's recent "March of Hope," and a study exploring why many Israelis unfriended others on Facebook during the 2014 Gaza War due to differing views being expressed authentically online.
In this discussion, the hosts explore the demand for Palestinian Israelis to condemn violence and the ethics of such expectations.
In a show commemorating the 20th anniversary of Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin's assassination, a discussion addresses the conflict over Rabin's legacy, questioning if it should focus on political violence or the dangers of the occupation.
In this edition of "The Midsummer Nights Dream (of Bibi Bygone)," Allison, Don, and Noah touch on three key topics.
The article reflects on Ariel Sharon's life and leadership, highlighting his journey from being a divisive figure to a unifying force in Israel.