Dan Snow's History Hits

PODCAST: A Palestinian View with Yara Hawari

Dr. Yara Hawari, a senior policy analyst at the Palestinian think tank Al-Shabaka, delves into the intricate history of the Israel-Palestine conflict from a Palestinian perspective. She emphasizes the significance of understanding the historical context, particularly from the end of the British Mandate in 1948 to the present day, to grasp the roots and evolution of the conflict. Dr. Hawari discusses the impact of the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, known to Palestinians as the Nakba or "Catastrophe," which led to the displacement of approximately 700,000 Palestinians and the establishment of the state of Israel. She also touches upon subsequent events, such as the Six-Day War in 1967, which further altered the territorial and political landscape. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Hawari highlights the ongoing struggles faced by Palestinians, including issues related to displacement, settlement expansion, and the quest for self-determination.