This chapter explores the historical context of Jewish persecution in Europe, particularly linked to the crucifixion of Jesus, and examines the implications of the Balfour Declaration of 1917 in establishing a Jewish homeland in Palestine. It delves into the internal debates within the Jewish community regarding the timing and location for this homeland, and highlights the impact of Jewish immigration amidst 20th-century persecution. The discussion extends to the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, emphasizing the challenges of identity, territorial claims, and the effects of religious beliefs on geopolitical dynamics.
The conflict in Gaza is heartbreaking, so we decided to have different perspectives on to help us learn more. For the Palestinian perspective we welcome Bassem Youssef.
Bassem Youssef is a comedian, author and political commentator from Egypt who now lives in the United States.
Bassem joins Theo to help us understand how Hamas came to be, that Palestine is being occupied, and to share his ideas for solution.