The hundred years' war in Palestine
How growing rejectionism, the rise of religion, a new military doctrine and a new cold war keep peace at bay
WITH luck, the destructive two-week battle between Israel and Hamas may soon draw to an end. But how long before the century-long war between Arabs and Jews in Palestine follows suit? It is hard to believe that this will happen any time soon. Consider: Israel’s current operation, “Cast Lead”, marks the fourth time Israel has fought its way into Gaza. It almost captured Gaza (behind a pocket containing a young Egyptian army officer called Gamal Abdul ... Full Story »
Posted by Kaizar Campwala
The link gives an audio/video 14 minute tour of the history of the conflicted area from the Council of Foreign Relations. I recommend it.