Unpacking Israeli History 30 Years After Rabin with Haviv Rettig Gur (Part 2)
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Nov 11, 2025 
In a thought-provoking discussion, Haviv Rettig Gur, a seasoned journalist and historian, delves into the legacy of Yitzhak Rabin thirty years after his assassination. He explores whether Rabin's pursuit of the Oslo Accords was doomed or temporarily revived by his death. The conversation highlights how incitement shaped the 1990s and the changing perspectives on Left/Right labels in Israeli society today. Gur also examines Rabin's complex legacy and the contentious role his memory plays in modern political discourse.
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Existential Core Of The Oslo Debate
- The 1990s debate centered on whether Palestinians could truly accept Israel's permanent existence or remained committed to its destruction.
- Rabin saw negotiation as a security strategy amid Palestinian weakness, but critics feared giving territory to hostile actors.
Rabin Saw A Strategic Peace Window
- Rabin believed Palestinian isolation after the Gulf War created a rare opening for serious negotiations.
- He viewed ending military rule as necessary for Israel's long-term security and moral standing.
Rabin Lived The Country's Economic Arc
- Rabin moved to Neve Avivim before it became wealthy, embodying Israel's shift from socialist poverty to prosperity.
- Haviv notes Rabin's life mirrored Northern Tel Aviv's rise and Israel's economic transformation.