The Israel-Palestine Conflict in the 2024 IEMed Mediterranean Yearbook
30 September 2024 | Corporate news
The IEMed Mediterranean Yearbook 2024 delve into the complex dynamics and geopolitical implications surrounding the Gaza conflict and its far-reaching effects.
The Arab-Israeli Conflict from Oslo to the Gaza War
Henry Laurens, Chair of Contemporary History of the Arab World (Collège de France) discusses the trajectory of the Arab-Israeli conflict from the Oslo Accords (1993) to the Gaza War. He analyses how initial hopes for peace with the Oslo Accords dissolved into further tensions, violence, and failed negotiations.
7 October 2023, and the Destruction of Gaza
Bichara Khader, Professor emeritus (Catholic University of Louvain) analyses the political and humanitarian implications of the violence, highlighting the destruction in Gaza, the impact on civilians, and the broader regional consequences.
The US’ Role Since 7 October and the Implications for US-Middle East Relations
Paul Salem, Vice President for International Engagement (Middle East Institute) analyses how Washington’s response to the conflict has affected its relations with key regional players like Israel, Iran, and Arab nations.
Cracks in EU Foreign Policy: Exposing Divisions over Palestine and Israel amidst the Gaza War
Eduard Soler I Lecha, Professor of International Relations (UAB), analyses how the disagreements on a unified stance on the Palestine-Israel issue challenge the EU’s ability to present a unified foreign policy, highlighting the limitations of the bloc’s influence in the region.
Israeli-Saudi Normalization: A Collateral Victim of 7 October
Ignacio Álvarez-Ossorio, Professor of Arabic and Islamic Studies (Complutense University of Madrid), discusses how the Hamas attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023, and the subsequent Gaza war have derailed the potential for normalization of relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia.
Russia and China in the Gaza Crisis: Trying to Beat Washington at Its Own Game
Charles Dunne, Adjunct Professor at The George Washington University, delves into how Russia and China aim to capitalize on the instability in Gaza to counterbalance the U.S. and promote a multipolar world order in the Middle East.
Iran: Continuity in Foreign Policy towards Israel after the War in Gaza
Luciano Zaccara, Research Associate Professor (Gulf Studies Center, Qatar University) explores how Iran’s stance on Israel remains consistent despite shifts in regional dynamics post-Gaza war. His article emphasises Tehran’s continued support for Palestinian groups and opposition to Israel, which is a cornerstone of its foreign policy.
The Gaza Conflict and Israel’s Domestic Politics
Hugh Lovatt, Senior Policy Fellow (ECFR), explains how the war has heightened divisions within the Israeli government and society while key political leaders face increasing scrutiny, and the crisis has escalated debates on security, governance, and peace negotiations, further polarizing an already fragmented political landscape.
The Urgent Need for a New National Consensus and a United Palestinian Political Leadership
Isaías Barreñada, Professor of International Relations (Complutense University of Madrid), discusses the fragmentation within Palestinian leadership and how the lack of national consensus has weakened their position both regionally and internationally. His article emphasizes the need for a renewed strategy that can reconcile internal divisions and present a cohesive stance to engage in future peace negotiations.
The Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza and Its International Repercussions
This piece by Christina Bouri, Research associate of Middle East Studies (Council on Foreign Relations), focuses on the grave humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza due to the ongoing conflict. It details the challenges facing humanitarian organizations, which struggle to deliver aid due to safety concerns and restricted access. The article also highlights the broader international response, with growing calls for ceasefires and increased aid, as the crisis threatens to destabilize the region and fuel global tensions.
Other articles about this topic in the IEMed Mediterranean Yearbook:
The Gaza War Coverage: The Role of Social Media vs. Mainstream Media
Sahar Khamis ,Felicity Sena Dogbatse
Economic Impact of the Gaza War
David Butter
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and the Gaza War through a Gender Lens
Elisabeth Marteu