The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

288. Arabs vs Jews? Maybe Not | Ambassador Ron Dermer

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Sep 15, 2022
Ambassador Ron Dermer, a key architect of the Abraham Accords, shares insights on the evolving dynamics between Israel and Arab nations. He discusses the historical significance of these agreements and their impact on regional stability. The conversation explores Israel's technological advancements and potential collaboration with its neighbors. Dermer also critiques past U.S. strategies and highlights the complexity of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of the Middle East's geopolitical landscape.
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ANECDOTE

Timeline of Arab-Israeli Peace Agreements

  • Israel's first peace agreement was with Egypt in 1979, followed by Jordan in 1994.
  • After a long wait, four more Arab nations normalized relations in 2020 via the Abraham Accords.
INSIGHT

Dismissal and Significance of the Accords

  • Many dismiss the Abraham Accords because they challenge old paradigms and potentially credit unwanted figures.
  • Understanding these accords requires looking back at the shift in regional interests.
ANECDOTE

The 2002 Saudi Peace Initiative

  • In 2002, Saudis proposed the Arab Peace Initiative after 9/11.
  • Dermer believes it was a PR move, as Saudis had no real interest in peace then.
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