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48. Simon Sebag Montefiore: The impact of conflicting histories in the Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine wars
Nov 27, 2023
Historian Simon Sebag Montefiore discusses the history of Israel, motivations behind Lord Balfour's declaration, conflicting histories in Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine wars, and their impact. He also shares personal stories of his family background and interviewing Margaret Thatcher.
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- Recognizing the authentic histories and connections of both peoples to the land is crucial for peace in the Israel-Palestine conflict.
- Understanding the historical context and motivations behind decisions is important, but focusing on the present reality of how people want to live together is essential in resolving conflicts.
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The Historical Background of Israel-Palestine Conflict
The podcast explores the historical background of the Israel-Palestine conflict, highlighting the long-standing longing of the Jewish people to return to their historic homeland in the Holy Land. It discusses the growth of the Jewish population in Palestine in the 19th century and the simultaneous growth of the Palestinian Arab population. The episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing the authentic histories and connections of both peoples to the land and the need to find a way for them to live together in peace. It also touches upon the challenges of settlements and the push for a two-state solution.
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