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Book Synopsis: Justice in the Question of Palestine is often framed as a question of law. Yet none of the Israel-Palestinian conflict's most vexing challenges have been resolved by judicial intervention. Occupation law has failed to stem Israel's settlement enterprise. Laws of war have permitted killing and destruction during Israel's military offensives in the Gaza Strip. The Oslo Accord's two-state solution is now a dead letter.
Justice for Some offers a new approach to understanding the Palestinian struggle for freedom, told through the power and control of international law. Focusing on key junctures—from the Balfour Declaration in 1917 to present-day wars in Gaza—Noura Erakat shows how the strategic deployment of law has shaped current conditions. Over the past century, the law has done more to advance Israel's interests than the Palestinians'. But, Erakat argues, this outcome was never inevitable. Law is politics, and its meaning and application depend on the political intervention of states and people alike. Within the law, change is possible. International law can serve the cause of freedom when it is mobilized in support of a political movement. Presenting the promise and risk of international law, Justice for Some calls for renewed action and attention to the Question of Palestine.
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Are you interested in understanding the complex dynamics surrounding the Palestinian struggle for freedom? Look no further than "Justice for Some: Law and the Question of Palestine" by Noura Erakat. This thought-provoking book delves into the power and influence of international law in shaping the current conditions of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Erakat examines pivotal moments in history, from the Balfour Declaration to the present-day wars in Gaza, to unravel how strategic legal maneuvers have impacted the course of justice.
One of the book's key revelations is how occupation law has failed to curb Israel's settlement enterprise. Despite attempts to enforce legal frameworks, settlements have continued to expand, further complicating the Israeli-Palestinian divide. Additionally, Erakat explores how the laws of war have allowed for the killing and destruction during Israel's military offensives in the Gaza Strip. Through meticulous analysis, "Justice for Some" unearths the shortcomings of international law in ensuring justice and equality.
However, Erakat doesn't leave readers hopeless. She highlights that the current state of affairs was never inevitable. The book underscores the notion that law is not a static entity but rather a tool shaped by political interventions. By mobilizing international law in support of a political movement, it is possible to bring about positive change. Erakat's work resonates with the call for renewed action and attention to the Question of Palestine.
If you're itching to dive into this captivating exploration of international law and its impact on the Palestinian struggle, "Justice for Some" is a must-read. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the history, challenges, and possibilities for justice in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Expand your perspective, challenge your assumptions, and be empowered to make a difference. Start your journey today by clicking here.
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