The state of Israel has been engaged with Islamic terrorists since its inception and recognition as a country. However, even prior to the establishment of Israel, Jewish and Arab fighters engaged in acts of violence in British-occupied Palestine. For your initial post, address the following: a.Prior to Israeli independence, against whom did Jewish fighters commit acts of violence? Why? b.In your opinion, were Jewish actions during this period acts of terrorism or of self-defense? Support your answer with your definition of terrorism. c.Are Israeli military actions against peoples in the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and surrounding Arab countries simply state-sponsored terrorism? Why or why not? Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length. Support your claims with examples from the required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references.
DQ2 Islamic Extremists in the Middle East
Numerous Islamic terrorist groups have been active in the Middle East in recent decades. For your initial post, select one of these groups and describe how they have impacted the political landscape of the Middle East. What motivates this group? Who are their primary economic and material sponsors? Extrapolate what the ultimate goal of this group is and explain whether this goal achievable. Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length. Support your claims with examples from the required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references
