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SUMMARY:Understanding the Shifting Dynamics in the Middle East: Exploring Arab Alliances\, Hamas Terror\, and Israel's Political Struggles: A 2 Part Series with CWB Scholar Avi Ben-Hur
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the Shifting Dynamics in the Middle East: Exploring Arab Alliances\, Hamas Terror\, and Israel’s Political Struggles: A 2 Part Series with CWB Scholar Avi Ben-Hur\nA suggested donation of $10\, to be collected at the event. \nSession 2: \nIsrael at War: Analyzing the Netanyahu Government’s Policies and their Implications \nThis session will delve into the complexities behind the current Israeli government’s steadfastness in negotiating a peace deal\, despite widespread protests both within Israel and internationally. We will explore the political\, social\, and ideological factors contributing to this intransigence\, examining how shifts in leadership\, public sentiment\, and security concerns play a role. Additionally\, we will analyze the growing discourse around Israel’s status on the global stage—questioning whether it has indeed become a pariah state in the eyes of the international community. By unpacking these critical issues\, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the intricate landscape shaping Israeli politics and its impact on regional stability. \nHYBRID EVENT  \nNew Light Congregation 5915 Beacon Street Pittsburgh\, PA 15217 & VIA ZOOM \nAvi Ben-Hur CWB Scholar in Residence \n \nA Brooklyn native\, Avi Ben-Hur moved to Israel in 1983. From 2003-2008 Avi was Director of the Archaeological Seminars School for Israeli Tour Guides. In 2008 Avi participated in re-writing the curriculum of the National Guiding courses for the Israeli Ministry of Tourism. As a “Scholar in Residence\, Avi has lectured\, taught and facilitated workshops in the US\, Warsaw\, Prague\, Berlin and Greece. From 1996-2000\, Avi taught in Yad Vashem’s International School for Holocaust Studies. As a guide\, Avi has specialized working with organizations focusing on political issues (such as AIPAC & CIJA)\, inter-faith programs and Holocaust studies. At Present\, Avi is an examiner for the Israeli Ministry of Tourism Licensing Boards and is the ongoing scholar in residence of Classrooms Without Borders. \nHYBRID EVENT  \nNew Light Congregation 5915 Beacon Street Pittsburgh\, PA 15217 & VIA ZOOM \n  \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
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LOCATION:New Light Congregation\, 5915 Beacon Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15217\, United States
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Shifting Dynamics in the Middle East: Exploring Arab Alliances\, Hamas Terror\, and Israel's Political Struggles: A 2 Part Series with CWB Scholar Avi Ben-Hur
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the Shifting Dynamics in the Middle East: Exploring Arab Alliances\, Hamas Terror\, and Israel’s Political Struggles: A 2 Part Series with CWB Scholar Avi Ben-Hur\nA suggested donation of $10\, to be collected at the event. \nSession 1: \nCurrent Arab alliances in the Middle East and how Hamas terror is linked to these alliances: \nCurrent Arab alliances in the Middle East reflect a complex web of relationships influenced by political\, economic\, and security interests. Countries like Saudi Arabia\, the United Arab Emirates\, and Egypt have increasingly focused on countering Iranian influence in the region and fostering closer ties with Israel\, particularly through initiatives like the Abraham Accords. \nHowever\, the presence of Hamas\, a designated terrorist organization\, complicates these dynamics. Hamas\, which receives support from Iran and has aligned with certain non-Arab allies\, poses a challenge to Arab states seeking stability and normalization with Israel. The group’s militant actions against Israel are often seen as undermining peace efforts in the region\, prompting some Arab nations to cautiously distance themselves from Hamas while others maintain a level of support\, reflecting the diverse political landscapes and historical grievances within the Arab world. \nHYBRID EVENT  \nNew Light Congregation 5915 Beacon Street Pittsburgh\, PA 15217 & VIA ZOOM \nAvi Ben-Hur CWB Scholar in Residence \n \nA Brooklyn native\, Avi Ben-Hur moved to Israel in 1983. From 2003-2008 Avi was Director of the Archaeological Seminars School for Israeli Tour Guides. In 2008 Avi participated in re-writing the curriculum of the National Guiding courses for the Israeli Ministry of Tourism. As a “Scholar in Residence\, Avi has lectured\, taught and facilitated workshops in the US\, Warsaw\, Prague\, Berlin and Greece. From 1996-2000\, Avi taught in Yad Vashem’s International School for Holocaust Studies. As a guide\, Avi has specialized working with organizations focusing on political issues (such as AIPAC & CIJA)\, inter-faith programs and Holocaust studies. At Present\, Avi is an examiner for the Israeli Ministry of Tourism Licensing Boards and is the ongoing scholar in residence of Classrooms Without Borders. \nSponsored by:
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LOCATION:New Light Congregation\, 5915 Beacon Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15217\, United States
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