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“In the case of Israel and Palestine, it can feel as though the situation is impossible and that the sides are unequal because Israel has more political power, nuclear weapons, and the support of the United States. You may be deceived by appearance. During the Vietnam War everyone saw that America was the big power and the Vietnamese were a tiny nation without weapons, technology, or the huge amount of money that the Americans had. But the Americans had to withdraw from Vietnam. We should not be too sure.”

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Peace Begins Here: Palestinians and Israelis Listening to Each Other

Peace Begins Here: Palestinians and Israelis Listening to Each Other delves into the conversations and initiatives aimed at fostering peace between these two communities. The book highlights the importance of dialogue and listening in the pursuit of reconciliation and coexistence. more

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