Resource: Palestinians in Israel
Hello once again delegates!
The entire dais of the OIC is looking forward to reviewing and offering you feedback on your position papers in the next week or so. We appreciate your hard work and diligent research, and we cannot wait to meet you all at conference March 1st! In the meanwhile, we have found a good resource for you all as you continue to prepare for upcoming debate!
One of the most important details mentioned in Serena’s topic synopsis on the Israel-Palestine Conflict is the notion of the Arab-Palestinian identity. Essentially, despite technically living within the state of Israel, Palestinians have wholly split from the Israeli identity due to the various social and cultural differences between the two groups. This growing divide, compounded by recent rises in Palestinian nationalism and a so-called “national awakening,” fortunes for a one-state solution have collapsed while societal tensions have skyrocketed.
The article linked below details how specific, vital changes in the semantics used when describing different ethnic groups in Israel not only affect patriotism but also make all the difference in the ongoing debate over solutions to the conflict at large. As evidenced in the article, the rejection of the term “Arab-Israeli” for the term “Palestinian with Israeli citizenship” is is of particular importance to Palestinian ethnic groups in Israel, especially due to recent adoption of “nation-state laws,” where the statuses of non-Jewish minorities in Israel were demoted.
Despite Palestinian citizens facing an increasingly-tough existence within the Israeli state, suffering from institutional discrimination and high levels of poverty, the use of the term “Palestinian” offers a continual reaffirmation, from the view of the Palestinians, that this conflict is a civil rights struggle at its core.
When reading the above article, think about a few of the following questions and, as always, feel free to comment your thoughts and answers in the section below the post! Does the Israeli pursuit of their “promised land” justify the treatment of Palestinian citizens within Israel? What potential religious stipulations may impact the growing awareness of a Palestinian identity? What impact would a one-state or two-state solution have on the Middle East and Maghreb as a whole? What do you think is more likely and/or what do you think is more favorable?
Once again, the dais of OIC is excited for conference and we hope you are too! Good luck with your preparation delegates and we’ll see you soon in March!
Best,
Dhruv Mandal
Despite the Israeli's goal to achieve their "promised land", Turkey frowns upon the human rights violations Israel has committed in their quest to achieve these goals. Regardless of the outcome, either a one- or two-state solution would require much cooperation on the part of Israelis and Palestinians-- thus, Turkey stresses that both sides work to increase cooperation. Turkey remains a firm supporter of the two-state solution, as separating territory along ethnic lines is the simplest way to eliminate unnecessary conflict.
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No circumstances are able to justify the treatment of Palestinian citizens by Israel. The land is sacred to many peoples, and it would be reprehensible if anyone was denied access to holy sites. Either solution would have a significant impact for all parties involved. A two-state solution is the only permanent solution that would end the conflict that has enveloped this region. However, that may not be possible to achieve in the short-term, so an emphasis should be placed on addressing the issues that have continued to cause conflict throughout the years.
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Malaysia has always been in support of Palestine and standing up for Palestinians whose homes and lives have been destroyed by militant Israeli forces. We condemn the Israel's gross violation of human rights in their pursuit of the "promised land." Furthermore, Malaysia refuses to recognize Israel as a formal state until it terminates the mistreatment of Palestinian citizens. We staunchly believe that Israel and Palestine should be two states with a defined, clear division between the two nations. There are many Palestinians who are treated unfairly by the Israeli government, and they seek to live their lives in peace without fear of oppression. A two state solution can provide the pathway with the least conflict, as the two distinct peoples would be living in the states that their identities match with as opposed to the one state solution which would lead to prolonged protesting and conflict.
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ReplyDeleteEgypt firmly believes that the harsh treatment of the Palestinians in Israel cannot be justified in the name of pursuing Zionism. With the recent laws diminishing the status of Palestinians in Israel, Egypt has much concern over the human right violations against Palestinians. These discriminatory laws will further foster animosity between the two entities and will even affect the feasibility of the two state solution. The Arab Republic of Egypt believes that the two state solution is the most favorable option for both sides. Moreover, to implement this solution cooperation is key and alienating laws such as the ones passed by Israel make it extremely difficult for negotiations to occur.
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