The Palestinian Forum for Israeli StudiesSince the night of May 11, 2021, the city of Lod has been experiencing violent confrontations between Arab and Jewish residents. Activist Ghassan Mounir, a resident of Lod, provides a detailed account of the events from the onset of the clashes. Mounir explains that while the Sheikh Jarrah case and the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque acted as catalysts, the uprising was fueled by deep-seated grievances and systemic inequalities imposed by the apartheid regime over decades.
In this episode, Antoine Shalhat delves into what can be called "Netanyahu's battle to remain in power." Shalhat explains the nature of the corruption charges against Netanyahu and discusses how his best chance to evade these charges is to maintain his position as prime minister at all costs. Shalhat focuses on Netanyahu's pragmatic behavior and his extensive influence within both the state establishment and the Likud Party.
The recent political crisis in Israel centers around Benjamin Netanyahu, with Israeli parties split between those who support and oppose his continued leadership. Mr. Antoine Shalhat, editor of the Israeli Scene at MADAR, discusses Netanyahu's background, personal history, and political ideology, highlighting how these elements have shaped his actions and policies as Israel's longest-serving prime minister.
Before the Knesset elections in March 2021, the United Arab List separated from the Joint List, leading to a significant decrease in Arab voter turnout and a reduction in the total number of Arab seats in the Knesset. What caused this split? Is it a temporary disagreement or the emergence of a new political strategy? MK Aida Touma-Suleiman provides insights into the dynamics of Arab parties in Israel.
In April 18 and 19, clashes erupted between the Palestinian residents of Jaffa and extremist Jewish groups belonging to a Torat Nucleus in the city, following attempts by Rabbi Eliyahu Mali to purchase properties from the original residents of Jaffa. What are the underlying causes of these clashes, and why did they occur at this particular time? To discuss the housing issue in Jaffa, the role of Israeli extremist right-wing groups, and the Israeli police's response, we are joined by Knesset member Sami Abu Shehadeh, a native of Jaffa.
Israel experienced a political crisis that resulted in four rounds of elections within two years. At the heart of this crisis is Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with Israeli parties deeply divided between those who support and oppose his continued leadership. More fundamentally, the crisis reflects significant fissures within Israeli society, including debates over state identity, religious-secular conflicts, and the rise of the New Right. Dr. Honaida Ghanem, Director of MADAR, provided insights into the political crisis in Israel.
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