by Hichem Karoui When a government’s views on secularism contradict democratic principles, when it restricts the free expression and practise of the country’s most significant minority religious beliefs while allowing the Far-Right’s hatred of immigrants, Muslims, Arabs, Africans, and Asians to flourish, is this government still democratic, or should we rather speak of a new…
Month: October 2023
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and the Current Situation in Gaza
GEW Assessment Report by Dr Hichem Karoui 1. Historical background of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict The convoluted historical foundation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has its roots in a number of connected episodes and critical developments. Most importantly, we must recognise that Israel\’s occupation of the Palestinian territory is no different from any previous colonialist enterprise. On…
The Counter-Attack by Hamas: A Turning Point for the Palestinian Cause
GEW Editorial The counter-attack launched by Hamas on 7 October 2023 has undeniably thrust the Palestinian Cause back into the international spotlight. This unexpected turn of events has reignited discussions and debates surrounding the long-standing conflict between Israel and Palestine. For years, the Palestinian Cause has struggled to maintain global attention and support. Despite sporadic…