The seventy-year history of the State of Israel is characterised by the struggle with the Palestinians. They see Israel as the occupying force. Back to the question.
So a Zionist is someone who strives for an independent Jewish state. To many religious Jews, Israel is 'the promised land'. But many non-religious Jews, too, value the fact that there is a country where Jews can live in freedom and safety. Nowadays, the word Zionist is often used as a swearword. As a negative label. Many Palestinians and supporters of the Palestinian cause no longer distinguish between the words 'Jew', 'Israeli' and 'Zionist'.
That is not correct. Most Jews do not live in Israel. Not every inhabitant of Israel is Jewish; there are also many non-Jews living in Israel. And not all Jewish Israelis are 'settlers' who want to conquer more and more Palestinian land. What is anti-Israel bias? Is criticism of Israel always anti-Semitic? Anti-Israel activity crosses the line to anti-Semitism when: All Jews are held responsible for the actions of Israel. Israel is denied the right to exist as a Jewish state and equal member of the global community.
Traditional anti-Semitic symbols, images or theories are used. Think carefully about what you have seen or heard so you can figure out how to respond. You might also like Allegation: Israel is Committing Ethnic Cleansing Unpack and explore historical and contemporary developments, issues and challenges regarding Israel, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the pursuit of peace.
Melanie Phillips Pro-Israel journalist, broadcaster and author. Einat Wilf Israeli politician. Mehdi Hasan Journalist and broadcaster. Speakers Speakers For The Motion. Pro-Israel journalist, broadcaster and author. Israeli politician who was a Member of the Knesset for the Labor and Independence parties. Speakers Against The Motion. Journalist and broadcaster.
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