|
|
Middle East Politics/History
Fetch Headings.ExtraData
Below are groups and resources (books, articles, websites, etc.) related to this topic. Click on an item’s title to go its resource page with author, publisher, description/abstract and other details, a link to the full text if available, as well as links to related topics in the Subject Index. You can also browse the Title, Author, Subject, Chronological, Dewey, LoC, and Format indexes, or use the Search box. Results61 Connexions Library9 Connexions Directory of Groups & Websites 2 Sources Experts & Spokespersons 1 Sources Library 7 From the Connexions Archives Connexions LibraryAgreement on terms Luyendijk, Joris Article 2007 I have come to accept that western journalists cannot accurately, let alone objectively, represent the Middle East and the Arab world. The problem is not that journalists do not always adhere to their... AIPAC: Israel's U.S. Spy Den: Against The Current vol. 113 Ruff, Allen Article 2004 The socialist Left must remain clear in its avoidance of a conspiratorial view of history. The entire U.S. political spectrum in the aftermath of the 2000 election, and especially since 9/11, has bee... Arab Jews vs. Palestinians: Israel's Refugee Pawns Cook, Jonathan Article 2012 Israel's attempt to compare Arab Jews to Palestinian refugees. Bertrand Russell's Last Message Russell, Bertrand Article 1970 No people anywhere in the world would accept being expelled en masse from their own country; how can anyone require the people of Palestine to accept a punishment which nobody else would tolerate? Beyond Chutzpah: On the Misuse of Anti-Semitism and the Abuse of History  Finkelstein, Norman Book 2005 A meticulously researched expose of the corruption of scholarship on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Bringing to bear the latest findings on the conflict and recasting the scholarly debate, Finkelstein... Binge and Hangover: Against The Current vol. 124 The Editors Article 2006 The lords of empire set out to show that the United States, not Iran or any other potential rival, will rule the "new" Middle East. Unable to attack Iran directly, however, they instead employed the w... British Policy in Palestine Cliff, Tony (writing as L. Rock) Article 1938 The three principal factors in the political arena in Palestine 1in 1938 are British imperialism, the Arab nationalist movement under its present leadership and the Zionist movement. Building blocks for peace in the Middle East Galtung, John Article 2006 The minimal demands of both sides are compatible and legitimate; the maximum demands lead to endless war. Carter's Inconvenient Truths: An Honest Man Refutes Propaganda Roberts, Paul Craig Article 2007 The reason that Israel has been able to appropriate Palestine unto itself with American aid and support is that Israel controls the explanation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. At least 90% of Ame... The Case for Staying in Iraq: Against The Current vol. 122 Baldock, Kate Article 2006 I don't support an immediate U.S. withdrawal from Iraq, because I think it would probably make an already bad situation much worse. Of course, there's no guarantee that continuing the occupation will... The Charlatanism Of Palestine-Denial Vlazna, Vacy Article 2013 Here we go again. On Israel and the US losing their UNESCO voting rights, ‘Israel's ambassador to UNESCO, Nimrod Barkan, ‘said in an interview that his country supports the U.S. decision [to suspend c... Class Politics in Palestine Cliff, Tony (writing as L. Rock) Article 1939 Zionism is a factor that weakens the class struggle of the Jewish masses, and strengthens the reaction outside of Palestine as well as the reactionary forces in Palestine. Jewish immigration into Pale... Connexions Annual Resource and Reading List Article 1989 A short and selective list of resources on issues addressed in the Connexions Annual, such as environment, education, peace, interntional development, women's issues, urban issues, housing, human rig... Connexions Digest: Issue 53 - January 1991- A Social Change Sourcebook Serial Publication (Periodical) 1991 Connexions Library: Middle East Focus Website 2009 Selected articles, books, websites and other resources on the Middle East. Counter-Rhetoric: Challenging "conventional wisdom" & reframing the conflict Schaeffer, Emily; Halper, Jeff; Johnson, Jimmy Article 2006 This useful little book does two things. It challenges the rhetoric, the perceptions and assumptions regarding the conflict in Israel/Palestine, and it exposes the underlying imbalance of power around... Cult, Ghetto, and State: The Persistence of Jewish Question Rodinson, Maxime Book 1983 Jewish studies, Maxime Rodinson says in this book, has been a field in which ideological delirium has long had virtually free rein. In this collection of essays, he tries to redress the balance, bring... Dissonance in Zion Jansen, Michael Book Michael Jansen, author of The Battle of Beirut, turns in her book to examine the workings of Israeli politics. She concentrates on the increasing popularization of the ultra-right. The author highligh... The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine Pappe, Ilan Book 2007 Israelo historian Ilan Pappe recounts the ethnic cleansing of Palestinians from Israel during the war of 1948. From Sykes-Picot to "Islamic State": Imperialism's Bloody Wreckage Mather, Yasmine Article 2014 When the Jihadist group Islamic State (formerly known as ISIS) changed its name and declared the establishment of the Caliphate, it did so with the release of a promotional video entitled "The End of ... The Great War for Civilisation: The Conquest of the Middle East Fisk, Robert Book 2005 Fisk explores a number of key themes in the history of the modern Middle East: the Arab-Israeli conflict, the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, the Persian Gulf War as well as the 2003 Iraq War as well ... A History of Modern Palestine: One Land, Two Peoples Pappe, Ilan Book 2004 A history of the people of Palestine. Hizballah Through the Fog of War Norton, Augustus Richard Article 2006 An interview with Middle East specialist Augustus Richard Norton on the nature of the Lebanese-based Hezbollah group, in which he attempts to dispel some of the shibboleths that hamper Western underst... The Israel Lobby and U.S. Foreign Policy Mearsheimer, John J., Walt, Stephen M. Book 2007 Mearsheimer and Walt describe the remarkable level of material and diplomatic support that the United States provides to Israel and argue that this support cannot be fully explained in either strategi... Israel/Palestine: Resources for peace, justice, and human rights Diemer, Ulli (ed.) Website 2006 A selection of resources for those looking for a solution to the situation in Isreal/Palestine based on peace, justice, and human rights. The Jewish-Arab Conflict Cliff, Tony (writing as L. Rock) Article 1938 The conflict between the Arab masses and Zionist aspirations can only be solved to the extent that Jewish masses in Palestine renounce Zionist exclusivism.
Judaism or Zionism? : What Difference for the Middle East? EAFORD & AJAZ Book American Jewish Alternatives to Zionism (AJAZ) and the Organization for the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (EAFORD) here bring together diverse and notable scholars, religious figur... Leader and Vassal: Bringing Death and Destruction to Muslims Roberts, Paul Craig Article 2008 Americans do not think of themselves or of Israel as terrorist states, but the evidence is complete and overwhelming. Thanks to the power of the Israel Lobby, Americans only know the Israeli side of t... Lineages of Revolt: Issues of Contemporary Capitalism in the Middle East Hanieh, Adam Book 2013 While the outcomes of the tumultuous uprisings that continue to transfix the Arab world remain uncertain, the root causes of rebellion persist. Drawing upon extensive empirical research, Lineages of R... The Lion and the Gazelle: On Jewish History Avnery, Uri Article 2008 If we, the Israelis, want to consolidate our nation, we have to free ourselves from the myths that belong to another form of existence and re-define our national history. We must recognize the differe... Married to Another Man: Israel's Dilemma in Palestine Karmi, Ghada Book 2007 Karmi argues that Israel has never been able to solve the original and unresolved Zionist quandary of how to create and maintain a Jewish state in a land inhabited by another people. She maintains tha... A Marxist History of the World part 66: The Ottoman Empire and the 1908 'Young Turk' Revolution Faulkner, Neil Article 2012 Neil Faulkner looks at how the revolution that began in Turkey in 1908 initiated a process that would transform the middle east over the following two decades. A Marxist History of the World part 95: Oil, Zionism, and Western Imperialism Faulkner, Neil Article 2012 British support for the Zionist movement led to the foundation of Israel in 1948. In conjunction with US imperialism, the Israeli state is an enduring source of oppression in the Middle East. A Marxist History of the World part 96:1956: Hungary and Suez Faulkner, Neil Article 2012 1956 was a year of war, revolution, and disillusionment – a year after which nothing could ever be quite the same again. Middle East at the Crossroads Cliff, Tony Article 1946 The events of the last few weeks (1945) in the Middle East have drawn the attention of the whole world to what is happening in this region. The terroristic acts of Zionist military organizations, the ... Middle East Diplomacy: Continuities and Changes Chomsky, Noam Article 1991 In October 1991 a Conference on the Middle East was held in Madrid. Chomsky compares and contrasts two perspectives on this event. The first praises President Bush's diplomacy skills and accredits thi... Middle East Illusions: including Peace in the Middle East? Reflections on Justice and Nationhood Chomsky, Noam Book 2003 Written during the last 30 years, these pieces display many characteristics of Chomsky's thought: a deep mistrust of U.S. and Israeli intentions and a desire to change the course of history. Chomsky i... The Middle East in Flames: Against The Current vol. 124 Kennedy, Andrew; Weissman, Susan Article 2006 Andrew Kennedy and Suzi Weismann Interview Gilbert Achcar. Gilbert Achcar is the author of Eastern Cauldron and The Clash of Barbarisms, both published by Monthly Review Press. No Easy Victories Article 2013 In today's "new Middle East" with its cauldron of Arab upheavals and the likelihood of longterm revolutionary processes, the United States cannot dictate terms unilaterally. On Democracy As A Good Malik, Kenan Article 2013 Is democracy good in itself? Exploring the impact of democracy during and after the Arab Spring. On Oil and Quicksand: Against The Current vol. 114 The Editors Article 2005 The end of 2004 finds the Middle East sliding toward an even bloodier morass, thanks in large part to imperial and colonial arrogance which has rarely been on such open display. On the Irresponsible Handling of the Palestine Question Cliff, Tony Article 1947 The American and English working class must not support the Zionist drive for a Jewish State (or what, under existing conditions means the same thing, a drive for Jewish immigration and colonisation) ... The Other Israel: Voices of Refusal and Dissent Carey, Roane; Shainin, Jonathan (ed.) Book 2002 A compilation of essays written by Israelis who oppose Israel's occupation of Palestine. Palestine Peace Not Apartheid Carter, Jimmy Book 2006 Former U.S. President Carter calls Israel's treatment of Palestinians 'apartheid' and identifies continuing Israeli control of the occupied territories as the primary obstacle to peace. Perceptions of Palestine: Their Influence on U.S. Middle East Policy Christison, Kathleen Book 1999 Christison shows how America's singular focus on Israel and general ignorance of the Palestinian point of view, has impeded a resolution to the Arab-Israeli conflict. Perspectives On Power: Reflections on Human Nature and the Social Order Chomsky, Noam Book 1997 Chomsky sets down his thoughts on topics ranging from language and human nature, to the Middle East and East Timor. A pro-Israel group's plan to rewrite history on Wikipedia Article 2008 Electronic Intifada exposes a secret scheme by a pro-Israel pressure group to infiltrate the popular online encyclopedia Wikipedia to rewrite Palestinian history, pass off crude propaganda as fact, an... Report from Dubai: Against The Current vol. 131 Francis, Vicky Article 2007 Dubai — This gulf emirate is shaping up into a key tourist destination. For golf, luxury hotels and high-end shopping, it is firmly established as a key player in the Middle East region. Dubai’s geogr... Stop That Shit Avnery, Uri Article 2006 Whoever longs for a solution must know: there is no solution without settling the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Targeting Iran Barsamian, David Book 2007 A critical analysis of the Bush administration's policies towards Iran. Terrorism in Palestine: Are the Terrorists Anti-Imperialist? Cliff, Tony Article 1946 Terrorist activity in Palestine has been revived on a larger scale than formerly, calling the attention of the entire press to the organisations of the Hagana, the Irgun Zvai Leumi, the Stern Gang and... Truth Against Truth Avnery, Uri Article 2003 Challenges the myths, conventional lies, and historical falsehoods on which most of the arguments of both Israeli and Palestinian propaganda rest. The truths of both sides are intertwined into one his... War and Peace in the Middle East Shlaim, Avi Book 1995 Avi Shlaim locates various sources of conflict in the Middle East, from the presence of oil, competition between the Soviet Union and the United States, to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. What the Media Does Not Say About the Anti-Iran Leaks Sahimi, Muhammad Article 2010 The media is interested in one and only one subject: advancing the anti-Iran narrative that is advocated by the neoconservatives, the War Party, and the Israel lobby. Why Israeli Anti-Zionists do NOT 'recognize the right of the State of Israel to exist as a Jewish state' Lowi, Henry Article 2007 States that define themselves with reference to the domination of one ethnic group cannot claim legitimacy.
Connexions Directory of Groups & WebsitesAlternative Information Center A Palestinian-Israeli organization which disseminates information, research and political analysis on Palestinian and Israeli societies as well as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, while promoting coo... Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East To empower Canadians of all backgrounds to promote justice, development, and peace in the Middle East.
* To advocate for a just foreign policy regarding Middle-East issues.
* To insist that the Cana... Chomsky.info The Noam Chomsky Web site.
Electronic Intifada Palestinian portal for information about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its depiction in the media. News, commentary, analysis, and reference materials about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict fro... International Middle East Media Center Media center developed in collaboration between Palestinian and International journalists to provide English language media coverage of Israel-Palestine.
Israel/Palestine Center for Research and Information A joint institution of Israelis and Palestinians dedicated to the resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on the basis of "two states for two peoples". Recognizes the rights of the Jewish peopl... Near East Cultural and Educational Foundation of Canada NECEF is an academically oriented volunteer organization whose extensive international network of individuals and NGO's with expertise about and concern for the Arab World includes a Canadian speakers... News and Letters An organization of Marxist-Humanists standing for the abolition of capitalism, both in its private property form and ins its state property form. We stand for the deveopment of new human relations; wh... Sources Experts & SpokespersonsSources LibraryBrit Shalom (political organization) Sources Select Resources Encyclopedia Brit Shalom was a group of Jewish 'universalist' intellectuals in Palestine, founded in 1925, which never exceeded a membership of 100. From the Connexions ArchivesThe Alternative Information Center A Bridge of Information and Israeli Palestinian Co-operation Website A Palestinian-Israeli organization which disseminates information, research and political analysis on Palestinian and Israeli societies as well as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, while promoting co... Bat Shalom (Daughter of Peace) Website Feminist peace organization working toward a just peace between Israel and its Arab neighbours. Electronic Intifada Website Palestinian portal for information about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its depiction in the media. News, commentary, analysis, and reference materials about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict fro... Gush Shalom Organization profile published 2007 Organization Gush Shalom (Translated from Hebrew, the name means "The Peace Bloc")
is the hard core of the Israeli peace movement. Often described as "resolute", "militant", "radical" or "consistent", it is known... International Middle East Media Center Website Media center developed in collaboration between Palestinian and International journalists to provide English language media coverage of Israel-Palestine. |
