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Einat Wilf on Palestinian Statehood, UNRWA, and the Future of Jewish Sovereignty In this in-depth interview, recorded in Tel Aviv on September 22 with Einat Wilf and hosted by Pamela Paresky, we explore the complex realities of Palestinian statehood, the refugee question, and the global rise in anti-Semitism following October 7. Wilf provides historical context, political insights, and a critical examination of international policies that continue to shape the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. This wide-ranging discussion touches on Palestinian leadership’s rejection of coexistence, the role of UNRWA, East Jerusalem’s unique dynamics, and the manipulation of ideological narratives on campuses and beyond. The conversation also addresses how Jewish identity and sovereignty are understood today, and the urgent need for allies in the fight against anti-Semitism. Einat Wilf is an Israeli intellectual, author, and former politician known for her work on Zionism, Jewish identity, and Middle East politics. A former Member of Knesset with the Labor and Independence parties, she served on the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee and chaired the Education Committee. Wilf is the author of several books, including The War of Return (with Adi Schwartz), which examines the Palestinian refugee issue and its role in perpetuating the conflict. Educated at Harvard University, INSEAD, and the University of Cambridge (PhD in Political Science), she has written widely on issues of sovereignty, nationalism, and the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. Today, Wilf is a sought-after commentator on international affairs and Jewish history, frequently contributing essays, interviews, and lectures around the world. 📌 Chapters: 00:00 – 🇵🇸 Global Perspectives on Palestinian Statehood 02:00 – 📜 Reality of Palestinian Statehood 04:00 – 👥 Notable Palestinian Voices 06:00 – 📍 East Jerusalem and Arab Citizens 08:00 – ⚖️ Conditions for Palestinian State Recognition 10:00 – 🔁 Historical Context of the Conflict 12:00 – 🕰️ The Nature of Palestinian Identity 14:00 – 🌍 Global Attitudes Toward Sovereignty 16:00 – 📩 The Refugee Context 18:00 – 🏛️ The Role of International Organizations 25:57 – 🌍 Arab Refugees and UNRWA's Failure 29:08 – 📚 Refugee Status and Local Citizenship 31:12 – 💰 Funding and Palestinian Authority Perception 36:36 – 👥 October 7th and Historical Misinformation 40:07 – 🧠 The Placard Strategy and Its Impact 44:11 – 🔍 The Dangers of Ideological Mass Manipulation 48:30 – 🇺🇸 Current US Landscape for Jews 52:18 – 🌍 Historical Context of Jewish Identity and Migration 54:05 – ⚠️ Concerns about Anti-Semitism and Mass Psychosis 56:00 – 📉 The Prestige Economy and Anti-Semitism 58:03 – 🤝 The Role of Allies in Combating Anti-Semitism #Israel #Palestine #MiddleEast #Politics #History #Refugees #GlobalAffairs #InternationalRelations ------ 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 orthodoxy 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 send us a one-off tip: https://quillette.com/#/portal/support 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 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69jrqWP0xP8