Oct 29 2024 79 mins
Dr. Zachary Foster is a historian of Palestine, having gotten his PhD in Near Eastern Studies at Princeton University. He’s a distinguished fellow at the Rutgers Center for Security, Race and Rights. He also runs the PalestineNexus.com, which offers an invaluable newsletter, accessible research and even courses you can enroll to learn more. He returns to Zipcode Zero to talk about where things stand in Gaza and the historical context needed to understand the present conflict.
Website
PalestineNexus.com
Twitter
@_ZachFoster
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to the Conflict
03:09
Current Situation in Gaza
05:53
Israel's Goals and Strategies
09:11
US Involvement and Influence
12:07
The Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
15:04
The Nature of Cruelty in Warfare
17:59
The Role of the US in Supporting Israel
21:10
The Israel Lobby and Political Dynamics
24:05
Historical Context of Peace Efforts
26:59
Conclusion and Future Implications
46:40
The Oslo Accords: A Complicated Legacy
49:47
Colonialism and the PLO's Role
52:11
Negotiation Failures and the Road to Violence
55:11
Taba Talks: Progress Amidst Stalemate
57:23
The One-State vs. Two-State Debate
01:01:41
The Settler Movement and Ethnic Cleansing
01:03:45
The Future of Israel-Palestine Relations
01:11:26
The Generational Shift in Public Opinion
01:24:15
Conclusion: Hope and Challenges Ahead
Show Info
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Twitter
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Email
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