Israel and Palestine: Why is there so much conflict in the Middle East?

This month, Andrew (Adam) Smalley will be leading a discussion on the current situation in the Middle East.

Jews have been persecuted throughout the ages. ln response to a massacre of Israelis and the subsequent hostage taking, Palestine is being attacked. Many people are protesting for a ceasfire, and some are calling for a Free Palestine, 100s of thousands across the UK in 2024

Many people will mix or confuse a desire for capitalism with cheap oil and gas from the Middle East, exported to Europe and North America, with the greed of Israel to land grab. As says the Bible, "Why look for a speck in someone else's eye when you have a plank in your own"

This presentation is to look at all the arguments that might support the underlying problems. Maybe it's the power structures of Arabic countries and the West's need for an ally in the Middle East, or even a foothold to maintain low oil and gas prices.

What can an average person do positively in response to the gradual destruction of Gaza and its people? How can they respond without offending a whole nation of people who, on the whole, are completely against what's happening in Gaza, just as many British people were against Tony Blair's war in Iraq.

So join us for an interesting debate/discussion. All opinions are welcome, we only ask that you respect the opinions of others and refrain from any abusive language.

The event is free under the priviso that everyone buys at least one drink from the bar downstairs (non-alcoholic beverages are available).

Look forward to debating with everyone.