Topics in Political Science (242-0-70)

Topic

Palestine and the Arab-Israeli Conflict

Instructors

Khaled Al Hroub

Meeting Info

Northwestern Qatar Room 1-302: Mon, Wed 11:30AM - 12:45PM (AST)

Overview of class

The course examines the various aspects of the Arab-Israeli conflict with specific focus on Palestine and the Palestinians. It starts with looking at the history of Zionism and the idea of establishing a Jewish homeland in Palestine; then moves to discuss the consequences of the implementation of this idea within colonial and postcolonial contexts. Particular importance is given to the 1948 war and the subsequent creation of Israel; where the region entered a state of conflict between Israel and the neighboring Arab countries that left devastating impacts. Top of these are the emergence of the Palestinian refugees issue, and the lack of Palestinian statehood. Following the chronology of the conflict with its war and peace episodes, the course intends to critically discuss the conflicting narratives, role of regional and international players and the long-lasting and present ramifications of the conflict that have affected the shape and politics of the Middle East.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisites: None

Open to first year students and sophomores and ABP Dual Enrolled students

Open for cross-registration

Satisfies Middle East Studies Minor

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: NUQ: Seats are reserved for Sophomore and Freshmen only.