Avi Shlaim

Professor Avi Shlaim, an expert on Zionism and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, untangles historical facts from fiction. Topics include the historical narrative of Israel, Israeli involvement in bombings and false flag operations, the concept of 'cruel Zionism', nationalism and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, policy guidelines of the Netanyahu government, the Balfour Declaration, the Palestinian refugee problem, and Israeli policies and settler influence.

Scholars discuss the ongoing Israeli genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, highlighting the historical context of Zionism, struggles for liberation, and the blurred lines between armed conflict and law enforcement in Israel. They explore the Western ruling class's support for Zionism, denial of Palestinian genocide, and the resilience of Palestinian academic life despite suppression by Israeli authorities.

In this engaging discussion, Professor Avi Shlaim, an eminent Jewish historian and author of 'Genocide in Gaza', delves into the intricate history of Zionism and its colonial roots. He examines Britain and America’s complicity in the Israeli state’s violent actions against Palestinians, sparking a reevaluation of Western policies. Shlaim highlights key historical events, critiques the Oslo Accords' failures, and emphasizes the need for alternative media to combat injustice. His deep insights challenge listeners to rethink the narrative surrounding the ongoing conflict.

Historian Avi Shlaim discusses Israel's role in Jewish safety, Mossad in Baghdad, and hybrid Arab-Jewish identities. Topics include Islamic texts, Sephardic, Ashkenazi, and Mizrahi Jews in Israel, and challenges facing the Jewish diaspora. Shlaim explores the impact of Zionism, Jabotinsky's views, and the complexities of Jewish identity in a nationalistic context.

Renowned scholars shed light on the ongoing Israeli genocide against Palestinians, discussing colonialism, Gaza destruction, Operation Yoav, Palestinian displacement, advocating for rights, challenging biased narratives, and struggles of Palestinian scholars amidst institutional barriers. Reflecting on historical events, the podcast urges listeners to engage in societal change.