This analysis goes beyond surface-level understandings of Hamas as simply a political actor, framing the group within the rich and often fraught theological tradition of Islamism—a perspective critical for fully grasping the role Hamas plays in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.

This event was not just a shock to my senses but a pivotal moment that transformed my scholarly focus. I knew then that my academic journey needed to shift from dialogue to dissection, from ecumenical engagement to unyielding intellectual rigor.

I will delve deeper into why ASMEA offers a more credible platform for my research, particularly in light of MESA’s politicization and its endorsement of the academic boycott of Israel.

Slogans like “Israel is a settler-colonial state” and “Zionism is racism” echoed across streets and campuses. ... are deeply rooted in a Soviet anti-Zionist propaganda campaign that began in the Cold War and continues to influence how the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is perceived...

Scholars such as Günther Jikeli and Katharina Soemer have provided critical insights into how historical antisemitism, radical ideologies, and the nature of social media intertwine to spread this hate.

This ideological shift, where media institutions prioritize narratives of oppression and colonialism, often leads to Jew hatred by framing Israel as a "colonial oppressor" within a simplistic oppressor-victim binary.

What is Israel’s endgame in the war with Gaza? For Israel, the endgame must be to dismantle Hamas completely—both its military and political structures—if it is to secure a stable and peaceful future, avoiding the dangers of allowing a hostile force to regroup and reemerge.

This conflict is driven by entrenched theological, historical, and ideological hostilities that have persisted for generations. Recognizing this is crucial, as it explains why every effort toward peace has been obstructed by more than just geopolitical grievances.