Israel is surrounded by an abundance of countries that share much in common with their not-so-beloved neighbor: language, cuisine, religion, and much more. However, there is one trait most of these countries share, which Israel hasn't experienced in many decades: financial instability.
Read more: Israel's Financial Stability: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Offer for Hostile Neighbors
Recent remarks by Itamar Ben Gvir, Israel's Minister of National Security, have created significant turbulence both locally and internationally, drawing condemnation from various quarters. While many critics accuse the government of overt racism, others argue that the minister's comments were misinterpreted and misrepresented. This article aims to delve into the complex situation that has unfolded around this controversy.
Read more: Ben Gvir's Remarks Stir Controversy: A Deep Dive into Israel's Latest Crisis
Every week, thousands of Israeli cars enter and exit Palestinian Authority-controlled cities such as Jenin, Nablus, and Ramallah for reasons ranging from affordable shopping to higher education and family visits. These cars, while having Israeli license plates and carrying Israeli citizens, are differentiated by one aspect: the religion of their passengers. A concerning form of apartheid is emerging, where Muslims, Druze, and Christians are welcomed into Palestinian territories, while Jews enter at their peril.
Read more: The Bloody Apartheid Against Jews in Palestinian Territories
After last week’s meeting between Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud "Abu Mazen" Abbas and Jordanian King Abdullah, an official within the PA said that "the Palestinians and Jordan share a common concern about the possible strengthening of Saudi Arabia in Jerusalem and in Al-Aqsa in particular.” While just a few years ago the thought of a Saudi presence in Jerusalem would concern Israelis far more than their Jordanian and Palestinian peers, it seems the tables have completely turned. Even though no official Saudi or Israeli statement has been made on the matter, there are many rumors that the Saudi Kingdom as part of their normalization with Israel will seek a more ‘hands-on’ approach to the Palestinian issue; the question is why would the Chairman of the PA be so terribly concerned with such a noble thing.
Read more: Why Are President Abbas & King Abdullah Scared Of Saudi Arabia?
In recent years, Palestinian activism has frequently employed three keywords that have resonated with a global audience of sympathizers: "Apartheid", "Oppression", and "Two-State Solution". While there's no denying the efficacy of these terms in advocating for Palestinian statehood, logically, they seem to be at odds with each other. Addressing one, when they're used in conjunction, seems impossible. This observation has deeper implications, ones that many Israelis recognize: The ultimate triumph of Palestinian activism could lead to the end of Israel and a third wave of Diaspora Jewry, often accompanied by significant strife.
Read more: Palestinian Activism Is Full Of Oxymorons, Why Do People Ignore Them?
