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Israel and Palestine: An Israeli Perspective with Benny Morris
May 29, 2021
Historian Benny Morris provides an Israeli perspective on the Israel-Palestine conflict, discussing the nature of Zionism, the challenges of finding a solution, and the demographics of the conflict. They explore the importance of history and the legitimacy of Israel, as well as the intractable nature of the situation. The podcast also briefly mentions other history and paranormal podcasts and promotes Mint Mobile and the podcast app.
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- Israel's legitimacy is derived from various factors, including the presence of Jews, historical claims, and international recognition.
- The issue of Palestinian refugees and their right to return complicates peace efforts and hinders progress towards a two-state solution.
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The Importance of History in the Creation of Israel
Israel derives its legitimacy from a combination of factors, including the presence of seven million Jews living in the country, historical and biblical claims to the land, and international recognition, such as the Balfour Declaration and the UN resolution in 1947.
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