Noura Erakat

Noura Erakat and Arielle Angel discuss the severity of Israeli assaults in Palestine, the US-Israel relationship, and the historical context for US support of Israel. They also challenge perspectives on Israeli civilian deaths and Hamas's violence, emphasizing the need to dismantle Israeli apartheid colonialism.

Noura Erakat discusses the history and context of Israeli occupation, Palestinian resistance, and the disingenuous peace process. They explore the bias against Palestinians, the failure of the two-state solution, and the asymmetry of power. The podcast also covers the lead up to the Oslo Accords, Palestinian organizing against the British mandate, and upcoming episodes and book recommendations.

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.

Noura Erakat, an esteemed academic, human rights lawyer, and Palestinian-American activist, dives deep into the recent recognition of Palestinian statehood by Canada. She critiques the conditional nature of such recognitions, arguing they often harm Palestinians. The discussion highlights the failures of the Oslo Accords and how settlement expansion obstructs statehood. Erakat also explores the complexities of the Palestinian Authority's legitimacy and presents a compelling case for a one-state solution that emphasizes equality and rights.

Noura Erakat, a Palestinian-American activist and legal scholar, dives deep into the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, discussing its implications for the rules-based international order. She critiques the failures of global institutions and emphasizes the importance of grassroots activism. The conversation explores the emotional toll of the conflict, shifting perceptions of support in the West, and the necessity for reform within Palestinian movements. Erakat advocates for unity and cultural involvement as essential components for driving meaningful change.