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Water alternatives for the Palestinian Authority

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Sara

Diego Mayo.- The situation of water needs in Palestinian territory has reached a critical point, therefore it is imperative to take matters into their own hands, since outside help is not likely to arrive any time soon. Many years have … Continue reading →

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The Jordan Valley in pictures

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Sara

Nicola Zolin (Photojournalist).- This photo story visually represents life in the Jordan Valley for the Palestinians. The area of the Jordan Valley comprises approximately one third of the whole West Bank and represents 47% of its total water resources. Since … Continue reading →

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Psychological perspectives on a perennial conflict

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Sara

Marta Jiménez.- Since the Oslo negotiations numerous proposals have been putting forward, including the “Arab Peace Initiative, the Bush initiative, the Road Map, the Nusseibeh-Ayalon Initiative, the Geneva Initiative, the Saudi peace plan, and the Annapolis Peace Conference. While many … Continue reading →

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Jordan, the facilitator of a renewed negotiating table?

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Sara

Diego Mayo.- The Israel-Jordan Peace Treaty is unique in its approach towards the relationship between Jews and Arabs in the Middle East. For that reason, it is important to understand its implications, specifically the ones associated to water management issues. … Continue reading →

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The (historical) long-standing refugee issue

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Sara

Helena Uzelac.- The Palestinian refugee issue consists of a chronic denial of state security to the people wherever they are, and a lack of international protection to its stateless condition[1]. As such, the Palestinians are one of the longest-standing refugee … Continue reading →

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