- Introduction to Special Issue: Interreligious Dialogue in Times of Crisis
In the aftermath of the October 7th massacre and the devastating war in Gaza, the need for interreligious dialogue has never been more urgent. The brutality of that day and the waves of violence and antisemitism that followed have deepened divides not only in the Middle East but across the globe. Yet it is precisely
- De-Mythifying the Conflict: Why Must Religion be Part of the Solution to Conflicts in the Middle East?
Ideas Have Consequences Religion is a central element in the longstanding conflicts and wars of the Middle East. Data shows that 75% of countries have experienced hostilities motivated by religious hatred[1], and that 50% of MENA armed conflicts explicitly reference religion.[2] Furthermore, Deitch finds that religious conflicts tend to last longer than non-religious ones.[3] Over
- Lexicon and Grammar of Out-of-the-Box Liberal Peace Agreements
Madrid, 2011. Israelis, Palestinians, and Europeans gather in a magnificent hall. The atmosphere is festive; the prestigious refreshments served to everyone and consumed by all attendees include glasses of champagne and small sandwiches decorated with pork. The conference marks the twentieth anniversary of the 1991 Madrid Conference: an international conference on Middle East peace convened
