Tag: Palestine

This episode discusses the normalization agreements between Israel and Bahrain, and Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
"Mikhal Dekel's book, Tehran Children, tells the story of her father, Hannan, and his sister, who were part of a group of Polish refugee children who made their way from Poland to Iran during World War II. They eventually arrived in Palestine and were welcomed by the Jewish community. Dekel, a professor of English, embarked on a personal journey to uncover her family's history and the experiences of the Tehran Children. Through her research, she discovered their resilience and the challenges they faced on their journey to safety. While addressing the complexities of identity and belonging, Dekel provides a unique perspective on Holocaust history and the power of family bonds."
Gidon Bromberg, director of EcoPeace Middle East, highlights the importance of coordinating environmental policies among Israel, Palestine, and Jordan, emphasizing the urgency of addressing shared issues like water resources and climate change even amidst conflicts.
Gidon Bromberg, the director of EcoPeace Middle East, emphasizes the importance of coordinating environmental policies and sharing vital resources between Israel, Palestine, and Jordan.
The European Union maintains a close relationship with Israel but faces challenges in advancing the Middle East peace process.
The European Union is grappling with its approach towards Israel and Palestine in the context of the stagnant peace process.
In his new book "Blind Spot: America & the Palestinians, From Balfour to Trump," Khaled Elgindy argues that America's ambivalence towards the Palestinian national cause has hindered Israeli-Palestinian negotiations.
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.
Jared Kushner is set to release the Trump administration's peace plan soon after Israel's elections on April 9th, likely involving land swaps with Egypt and Jordan.
In this episode of "The Crossing Lines Edition," Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss significant topics such as US President Trump recognizing Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights, Bernie Sanders criticizing conditions in Palestine, and a potentially influential feminist, social-democratic party emerging in upcoming elections.
In the Crossing Lines Edition, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Don Futterman discuss significant topics including U.S. President Trump recognizing the Golan Heights as part of Israel, Bernie Sanders’ criticism of conditions in Palestine, and the potential influence of a feminist, social-democratic party in upcoming elections.
This text narrates the story of the author's grandmother, Savta, who was born in Yemen and immigrated to Israel, where she was given a Hebraized name.
In 1919, Zionist leader Chaim Weizmann met with Emir Faisal, a key figure in the Arab revolt against the Ottoman Empire, leading to an agreement where Arabs accepted the Balfour Declaration in exchange for Zionist support for an Arab state in Ottoman lands.
The opinion piece discusses the phrase "from the river to the sea" in the context of Palestinian aspirations for a free Palestine, shedding light on its historical significance and evolution.
Emma Lazarus creatively captures the spirit of Rosh Hashanah 5643 in her poem, reflecting on the challenges faced by Eastern European Jews and the hope for a better future.
Gregory Wallance, in his book "The Woman Who Fought an Empire: Sarah Aaronsohn and her Nili Spy Ring," highlights the remarkable story of Sarah Aaronsohn, a Jewish woman who led a pro-British spy ring in Palestine during World War I, defying the Ottoman authorities.
Lana Del Rey is set to perform in Israel at the Meteor Festival, prompting criticism from BDS activists including Roger Waters of Pink Floyd.
The article discusses the presence of the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement on college campuses, aiming to divest from companies affiliated with Israel.
Yossi Klein Halevi is featured in this week's AJC Passport discussing his latest book, "Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor," exploring how the narratives Israelis and Palestinians tell about their history could contribute to peace.
The author laments the manipulation of Palestinians by terrorist organizations and criticizes those who prioritize condemning Israel over acknowledging the suffering of Palestinians.
Neri Zilber discusses the Palestinian Authority Security Force (PASF) in a conversation with Eli and Evan, dispelling misconceptions about its role.
The controversy surrounding the children's alphabet book "P is for Palestine" at Book Culture on the Upper West Side highlights the clash between Jewish parents upset by its content and Palestinian supporters who felt there was no need to apologize for its sale.
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.
In a discussion on the Tel Aviv Review, Noah Efron, Gilad Halpern, and Charlotte Hall evaluate the centennial of the Balfour Declaration, with its continued controversy regarding the Jewish right to a national home in Palestine.