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The Middle East Crisis: A Global Flashpoint provides a comprehensive overview of the Palestine question, tracing its origins to the 1948 creation of Israel and the displacement of over 700,000 Palestinians. It examines the evolution of the Arab-Israel conflict, focusing on the rise of Fatah and Hamas and their sustained struggle for the Palestinian ""right of return"" from 1948 to 2022. The narrative moves through successive Intifadas and culminates in the events of October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched Operation Al-Aqsa Flood and Israel responded with a devastating assault on Gaza. The analysis highlights how these developments reshaped global public opinion and led several UN member states, including key Western countries, to recognize the State of Palestine. The book also offers brief comparative insights into the Kashmir crisis and concludes with an assessment of possible pathways to resolving the Palestinian question. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and peace advocates seeking to navigate and address one of the world's most enduring crises.

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