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“The thing people forget when they are looking for solutions is there is nothing final in history.”

Quote by Amira Hass

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Amira Hass is an Israeli journalist renowned for her in-depth reporting on the Palestinian issue. Born on June 28, 1956, she has been living in the Gaza Strip since 1984 and has reported on several conflicts there. Hass's reporting is praised for its sympathy towards both sides of the conflict and its critical analysis. more

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