
Is Israel Occupying the West Bank? (with Eugene Kontorovich)
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Geopolitical Turbulence: Palestine and the West Bank
This chapter explores the historical and legal context of territorial boundaries established after the Ottoman Empire's collapse, focusing on Palestine's geographic distinction. It examines the implications of Israeli governance in the West Bank and Gaza, discussing the Oslo Accords and the complexities of Palestinian self-administration. The narrative also highlights the contentious issues of security measures, demographic changes, and the interplay of violence and human rights in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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