The book underscores the failure of diplomacy, from the Balfour Declaration to the unsuccessful Oslo Accords, and sheds light on the complexities arising from Israel’s military dominance, the creation of settlements, and the blockade of essential supplies to Gaza. The resulting suppression, poverty, and fear among Palestinians contribute to a cycle of radicalization and terrorism. Continue reading BOOK REVIEW: THE SHORTEST HISTORY OF ISRAEL AND PALESTINE BY MICHAEL SCOTT-BAUMANN