Micah Goodman's book "Catch 67: The Ideas Behind the Controversy Tearing Israel Apart" delves into the complexities surrounding Israel's control of territories since 1967, emphasizing that the debate over these territories is not merely a practical matter but deeply rooted in identity, culture, and worldview.

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 "Undeclared Wars with Israel: East Germany and the West German Far Left 1967–1989," the author Jeffrey Herf explores how both East Germany and the West German far left demonized Israel following the Six-Day War, equating it with Nazism and supporting Arab countries and Palestinian terrorists against Israel.

In "A New History and Old Facts," the author discusses the events leading up to the Six-Day War in 1967 and challenges the traditional narrative through an analysis of Israels military plans, the Cold War competition, and the influence of economic crises in Egypt and Israel.

Itamar Rabinovich's biography, "Yitzhak Rabin: Soldier, Leader, Statesman," provides a detailed account of Yitzhak Rabin's life and his impact on Israel's history from the pre-State era to the 1990s.

Michael Oren, a former Israeli ambassador to the United States, found himself embroiled in controversy over a reported incident involving a Christmas ham, showcasing the complexities of his diplomatic role.

Allison, Don, and Ilene Prusher engage in a discussion covering three main topics: the BDS movement on American campuses targeting Israel post-Gaza War, a contentious high court ruling permitting the demolition of a Bedouin village in the Negev to make space for a new Jewish town, and reflections on Jerusalem Day amidst ongoing tensions in the city.

The text discusses the evolving international perception of Israel post-1967, attributing the shift to various factors such as the revolutionary left's support for Palestinian causes, the Arab oil embargo, the academic influence of Edward Said redefining Zionism negatively, and Likud government policies contributing to Israel's declining global image.

The text emphasizes the deep historical and spiritual connection between the Jewish people and Judea.

Gush Etzion, located south of Jerusalem, holds significant historical and modern Jewish importance, attracting visitors with its rich heritage and attractions.