Roots of the Arab-Israeli Conflict

This chapter explores the historical roots of the Arab-Israeli conflict beginning from 1880, focusing on key events such as the assassination of Tsar Alexander II and the subsequent rise of pogroms in Russia. It details the mass Jewish migration to America in response to persecution and highlights the formation of Jewish communities amid shifting demographics and oppressive regimes. The chapter also contrasts the Jewish experience during the Holocaust with broader Western interpretations, emphasizing the complexities of Jewish identity and connections to their homeland.