Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
After decades of failed negotiations, many argue that little that can be achieved in pursuing Israeli-Palestinian peacemaking right now. Yet parking the conflict or returning to the pre-Trump status quo ante could have serious implications not only for Israelis and Palestinians but also for the region and the United States. How can the U.S. administration do more by doing less and help reverse negative trends that are cementing occupation and inequality, while avoiding previous failed policies that have empowered anti-democratic forces in both Israel and Palestine?
A regular survey of experts on matters relating to Middle Eastern and North African politics and security.
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A regular survey of experts on matters relating to Middle Eastern and North African politics and security.
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A regular survey of experts on matters relating to Middle Eastern and North African politics and security.
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A regular survey of experts on matters relating to Middle Eastern and North African politics and security.
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