On this week’s episode of the Moderate Party Podcast, we’re taking a deep dive into the complexities of the Israel-Palestine conflict. Join us for a nuanced exploration of nationalism, the UN partition map, the Nakba, and the transformative War of 1967.

Embark on a journey through the early 20th century, where the clash of identities and geopolitical forces laid the groundwork for the ongoing struggle. We’ll dissect the intricacies of the UN partition map and its lasting implications on the region’s dynamics.

Sources that helped inform this episode:

• Al Nakba: the history of Palestine since 1799 – Palestine Remix
• Fact Sheet: Jewish Refugees from Arab Countries
• UN Partition Plan Map
• McMahon-Husain correspondence – Report of Arab-UK committee
• Map from the Sykes-Picout Agreement – Referred to in the episode as Britain and France’s vision board for the middle east.