Zionism and Russian Perspectives

This chapter explores the historical meeting between Herzl and Russian authorities after the Kishinev pogrom, examining the complexities of Jewish identity and the government's preference for a homogeneous society. It discusses the contentious debates within the Zionist movement regarding alternative settlement locations, such as Uganda, and highlights the ideological tensions between nationalism and other political movements. Additionally, the chapter addresses the broader implications of Jewish struggles in the geopolitical landscape, both historically and in contemporary contexts.