With the permission of Interlink Books, we’re pleased to offer this excerpt of Understanding Palestine and Israel, an essential new book by IPS Middle East expert Phyllis Bennis.
The book cuts through the noise and delivers clear, accessible answers to the most pressing questions about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict — questions that many have never had the opportunity to ask. In an easy to read, FAQ-style format, it covers the origins of the Israeli state, the movement for Palestinian liberation, U.S. foreign policy, and much, much more — including the events of October 7, 2023, the war that followed, and the role of the conflict in 2024 presidential election in the United States.
Below, we’ve selected samples from the 120 or so FAQs that make up this essential work. Feel free to browse them directly in the sidebar on the right or to scroll down and read on.
To learn (much!) more — including where to buy the book or how to find it at a local library — check our book page here.
Introduction
“Understanding Palestine and Israel” by Phyllis Bennis
When Israel went to war against the people of Gaza on October 8, 2023, following the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel the day …read more
Source:: Institute for Policy Studies
