Complexities of Anti-Colonial Nationalism

This chapter examines the intricacies of anti-colonial nationalist organizations in the Middle East during the 1920s and 1930s, focusing on local leadership and their interactions with colonial powers. It highlights the role of influential figures like Sultan Pasha al-Atrash and the impact of events such as the signing of the Oslo Accords on Palestinian nationalism. Additionally, the chapter discusses the emergence of ideological political parties, particularly the Iraqi Communist Party, and their responses to the socio-political changes brought about by colonialism.