Understanding Palestine & Israel
Understanding Palestine & Israel by Phyllis Bennis, published by Interlink Publishing Group Incorporated on February 25, 2025, is a comprehensive exploration of the complex historical and political landscape surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict. This 240-page book addresses critical questions that have arisen in the wake of recent events, including Israel’s military actions in Gaza and the broader implications of U.S. foreign policy. Bennis employs straightforward language to clarify the origins of these issues, making the content accessible to a wide audience.
Readers will find a thorough examination of pivotal topics such as the Balfour Declaration, the Occupied Territories, and the concept of Zionism, alongside discussions on the conditions in Gaza prior to recent conflicts. Bennis aims to provide context for understanding the ongoing tensions and the historical roots that have shaped current events. This edition serves as a resource for those seeking to deepen their knowledge of Middle Eastern history and politics, particularly in relation to Israel and Palestine.
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All the questions you’ve been wondering about—up to and including Israel’s war on Gaza and the election of Donald Trump.
People across the US watched in horror as Israel responded to the terrible acts of October 7, 2023 with a brutal war against the people of Gaza. They poured into the streets demanding Ceasefire Now—and protested the US government financing, arming, and protecting Israel’s war. A key question was when to start the clock—because none of those events actually began on October 7; all had their origins in events 17, or 58, or 77 years earlier.
In straightforward, accessible language Phyllis Bennis takes on that question—and many more—providing answers to the queries so many never before had the chance to ask. What is the Balfour Declaration? What are the Occupied Territories? What is Zionism—and do all Jews support it? Does Israel have the right of self-defense? What were conditions like in Gaza before October 7?
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