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Babel: Translating the Middle East

Khalil Sayegh: What We Get Wrong About Gaza

Nov 14, 2023
Palestinian political analyst Khalil Sayegh discusses the spread of misinformation about Gaza, challenges of grassroots peace efforts, personal experiences growing up in Gaza, the impact of social media, the role of Arab countries, and the difficulty of unifying narratives in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
36:30

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  • Gaza is more diverse than commonly believed, with a cosmopolitan city and a significant middle class that has been adversely affected by the conflict.
  • Grassroots peace-building initiatives face immense challenges due to power imbalances and institutional problems created by the Israeli occupation, requiring tangible political objectives for successful peace efforts.

Deep dives

Growing up in Gaza amidst turmoil and restrictions

Khalil Seyar, a Palestinian political analyst, shares his experiences growing up in Gaza, where he witnessed bombings, the rise of Islamist influence, and severe restrictions on daily life. He highlights the stark differences between Gaza and Ramallah, noting the geographical and cultural disparities between the two regions.

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