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Netanyahu, Jabotinsky, and the Two-State Solution

Analysis of Benjamin Netanyahu's policies and their impact on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, framed by Jabotinsky's historical perspective on colonization.

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Summarize Ze'ev Jabotinsky's main argument in "The Iron Wall.": Ze'ev Jabotinsky's 1923 article "The Iron Wall" argued that Jewish colonization of Palestine was inherently incompatible with Arab consent, citing historical precedents of native resistance to colonization.
Describe the Palestinian reaction to the October 7th attacks and how it evolved.: The October 7th, 2023 attacks, while condemned by many Palestinians, initially saw some sympathy for Hamas, but this sentiment changed as the death toll increased, leading to increased blame for Hamas.
How did the PLO respond to the October 7th attacks, and what factors influenced its response?: The PLO's response to the October 7th attacks was nuanced, balancing condemnation of violence against civilians with the context of ongoing Israeli actions that have eroded the credibility of Palestinian voices.
How does the author characterize Benjamin Netanyahu's premiership and its impact on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?: Benjamin Netanyahu's premiership has been characterized by a shift towards religious nationalism, empowering right-wing parties and hindering the two-state solution, as the author argues.
What is the author's interpretation of Netanyahu's strategy regarding the two-state solution and the October 7th, 2023, events?: The author contends that Netanyahu's actions, including alleged funding of Hamas and the handling of the October 7th, 2023 attacks, were driven by a strategic goal to eliminate the two-state solution and consolidate Israeli control.

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