Documents tagged "Palestinians"
Found 7 documents with this tag
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_033528.txt
The document discusses the role of UNRWA in supporting Palestinian refugees and whether it is vital for their future. It mentions that historically the United States has been a major funder of the agency but has recently cut its funding, angering Palestinians who refuse to restart peace talks with Israel. The author also reflects on how former President Barack Obama missed an opportunity to advance the peace process in 2009 when he had a Palestinian prime minister who was respected by Israelis and focused on building infrastructure for a future state rather than liberation efforts. Additionally, there is mention of travel opportunities in Israel and new developments related to religion, oversight, and the last survivor of the Sobibor uprising dying at age 97 in Israel.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_033517.txt
The document discusses UNRWA's importance for the Palestinians and its funding issues after the Trump administration cut funding due to their perceived flaws. It also mentions Obama's missed opportunity in 2009 to advance peace talks between Israel and Palestine when he had a prime minister respected by Israelis. Additionally, there are links to read more on these topics as well as information on travel to Israel and a religion section.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_032162.txt
The email discusses key figures in Israeli history who faced many risks but were able to seize opportunities and make significant contributions to the State of Israel's development. It mentions David Ben Gurion, Menachem Begin, and Yitzhak Rabin as examples of leaders with the ability to recognize and seize opportunities. The email also discusses the current geopolitical landscape in which Israel finds itself surrounded by multiple conflicts and threats to its security.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031423.txt
The document discusses Dubai's development as a trading city-state without significant oil reserves or much help from the United States. It highlights how Dubai has accomplished this despite challenges and setbacks in the Middle East region, with its success seen as a model for other Arab countries. The author of the piece argues that Dubai can serve as a hopeful solution to ongoing peace-jockeying between Israel, Palestine, and the US, by offering an alternative path for the region's development.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025361.txt
The document is an email exchange between Jeffrey Epstein and Sultan Bin Sulayem about Dubai. In the exchange, it is mentioned that Jim Krane wrote a piece on Dubai as a solution to Middle East problems. Dubai's growth has been impressive without much oil or US recognition. The city-state is one of the seven United Arab Emirates and has become a trading hub like Hong Kong and Singapore.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_024997.txt
The UN report on the Mavi Marmara incident was finally published and supports Israel's stance on the incident, leading to a legal justification for their Gaza policy. Turkey sought to use the report as an asset in its foreign policy towards Israel, but it is no longer useful for them. Cenap Çakmak discusses the UN report and Turkish foreign policy in this article.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_011472.txt
The document is a summary of an individual's experience at Camp David, where they were discussing peace negotiations with the Palestinians. The person describes their disappointment and realization that what happened during the last two weeks was bound to have serious consequences for them personally as Prime Minister of Israel and for their country. They reflect on their past experience in special forces and how it has shaped their approach to dealing with danger, crises, and decision-making. They note that this moment is a critical one not only for themselves but also for President Clinton and the leader of the Palestinians, Yasir Arafat. The Oslo Accords had created a peace process rather than peace, and now was a time to address core issues in their conflict.