Tag: Middle East

  • זכויות האדם באיראן: מאבק ומשבר

    This seminar paper discusses “The Islamic Republic of Iran – Paths to Justice and Accountability,” examining the country’s political history, the Islamic regime’s human rights violations, and the role of Amnesty International in advocating for justice. It highlights ongoing protests, critiques the state’s legal framework, and affirms the necessity for continued activism and international support.

  • The Fragmented Self: Processing Violence and Identity in the Israel-Hamas Conflict

    **Excerpt:** I am a Jewish Israeli citizen. I respond to the October 7 massacre not with anger or grief, but with cognitive overload—my brain struggling to comprehend the incomprehensible. Caught between conflicting narratives, I am horrified by Hamas’s atrocities, yet cannot support retribution that results in the killing of over 10,000 Palestinian children. Consuming information from both sides means witnessing…

  • Self Schizoanalysis: My Body and Israel

    In the framework of self schizoanalysis, I perceive my body as both a private entity and a collective embodiment. My body symbolizes Israel; I am an Israeli, and in a broader metaphorical sense, I am Israel. This association encapsulates my existence as small yet constantly vigilant, surrounded by perceived threats. My borders, akin to the […]

  • Israeli Voices Speak Up: The Gaza Catastrophe

    Summary: Recent reports from Gaza reveal the harrowing impact of the conflict, including fatalities, injuries, and perilous living conditions. International media coverage and public opinions reflect escalating concerns about the humanitarian crisis and the dehumanization of Palestinians. The situation has prompted global calls for immediate action and intervention.