

Downstream: Could Israel Become A Failed State? w/ Ilan Pappé
4 snips Nov 5, 2024
Ilan Pappé, a historian and author renowned for his insights on Israeli expansionism, provides crucial context to the ongoing crisis in West Asia. He discusses the fragmentation within Israeli society, emphasizing the ideological divides and the implications of mass emigration. Pappé critiques the historical role of the British Empire in the region and examines the artificial constructs of nation-states forged by European imperialism. He also navigates the complex interplay between antisemitism and Zionism, advocating for a justice-focused approach in political discourse.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Instability and Division in Israel's Future
02:04 • 25min
Divisions and Dynamics in Israeli Society
26:36 • 27min
The Historical Tapestry of the Hashemite Dynasty
53:40 • 3min
Legacies of Imperialism and Identity in West Asia
56:39 • 18min
The Complex Interplay of Antisemitism and Zionism
01:14:21 • 4min
The Interplay of Anti-Semitism and Political Morality
01:18:23 • 2min