Dan Schueftan on the Palestine-Israel Conflict

Dan Schueftan is a prominent Israeli academic and expert in international relations, security studies, and Middle Eastern affairs. He is known for his insightful analysis and commentary on various geopolitical issues, particularly concerning Israel and its relations with neighboring countries, as well as broader regional dynamics. Schueftan has served as a lecturer and researcher at several prestigious institutions, including the University of Haifa and the National Defense College of the Israel Defense Forces. He has also been involved in policy advising, contributing his expertise to government agencies and defense establishments. One notable aspect of Schueftan's work is his willingness to engage with controversial topics, such as anti-Semitism and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, both in academic settings and public forums. He is known for his direct and often provocative style of discourse, challenging prevailing narratives and advocating for a pragmatic approach to addressing complex issues. This interview was conducted by writer and psychologist Pamela Paresky. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:19 Historical Narratives and Identity Formation 03:19 Perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict 06:31 Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving 09:19 Managing Violence and Conflict 14:20 International Relations and Diplomatic Challenges 18:07 Enduring Resilience and Societal Progress 22:36 Israel's Strength and Robustness 23:55 Israel's Existential Threat 25:05 Dealing with Terrorism 26:36 Campus Anti-Semitism and Speaking Engagements 28:41 Ideological Challenges in Universities 32:43 Continuity of Views Pre and Post Conflict 43:37 Cultural Change and Its Challenges 47:07 Strategies for Cultural Change 49:53 Dealing with Threats and Conflict ----- Quillette is an Australian-based online magazine that focuses on long-form analysis and cultural commentary. It is politically non-partisan, but relies on reason, science, and humanism as its guiding values. Quillette was founded in 2015 by Australian writer Claire Lehmann. It is a platform for free thought and a space for open discussion and debate on a wide range of topics, including politics, culture, science, and technology. Quillette has gained attention for publishing articles and essays that challenge modern heterodoxy on a variety of topics, including gender and sexuality, race and identity politics, and free speech and censorship. --- Quillette's revenue comes from our readers. We are a grassroots organisation that relies on voluntary subscriptions and community membership as our primary revenue stream. Support Quillette by becoming a subscriber: https://quillette.com/#/portal/signup Or donate via PayPal: https://paypal.me/QUILLETTEPTYLTD?country.x=AU&locale.x=en_AU We made our website using Ghost, a powerful app for new-media creators to publish, share, and grow a business around their content. It comes with modern tools to build a website, publish content, send newsletters & offer paid subscriptions to members. Try it here: https://ghost.org/?via=claire91