My friend Arnon Katz who is from Israel wants to Discuss this, can you discuss it with him ? Rehan, can you please ask your expert for interpretation to this phrases from the Quran: the Qur'an says that God gave the Land of Israel to the Jews ! It [the Qur'an] "is a guide for the righteous, who have faith in the unseen and are steadfast in prayer" [Qur'an: Sura 2, "The Cow", verse 2] It [the Qur'an] is "a confirmation of previous scriptures" (i.e., the Bible) [Qur'an: Sura 12, "Joseph", verse 112] "We [Muslims] believe in that which was revealed to us [the Qur'an] and that which was revealed to you [the Torah]. Our God and your God is one. To Him we surrender ourselves". [Qur'an: Sura 29, "The Spider", verse 47] "Enter, My People, the Holy Land which Allah has assigned for you. Do not turn back, or you shall be ruined". [Qur'an: Sura 5, "The Table, verse 21] "We [Allah] settled the Israelites in a blessed land and provided them with good things". [Qur'an: Sura 10, "Jonah", verse 93] "Pharoah sought to scare them [the Jews] out of the land [of Israel]: but We [Allah] drowned him, together with all who were with him. Then We said to the Israelites: 'Dwell in this land. When the promise of the hereafter comes to be fulfilled, We shall assemble you all together [in the Land of Israel in the End of Days]". [Qur'an: Sura 17, "The Night Journey", verse 103] "it was Our [Allah's] will to favour those who were oppressed [the Jews] and to make them leaders of mankind, to bestow on them a noble heritage and to give them power in the land [of Israel]: and to inflict on Pharoah, Haman, and their army, the very scourge dreaded by their victims". [Qur'an: Sura 28, "The Story", verses 5-6] "We [Allah] gave the persecuted people [the Jews] dominion over the eastern and western lands which We had blessed [the east and west banks of the Jordan River]. Thus your Lord's gracious word was fulfilled for the Israelites, because they had endured with fortitude; and We destroyed the edifices and towers of Pharoah and his people". [Qur'an: Sura 7, "The Heights", verse 137] "To Moses We gave the Scriptures, a perfect code for the righteous, with precepts about all things, and a guide and a blessing, so that his people might believe in the ultimate meeting with their Lord". [Qur'an: Sura 6, "Cattle", verse 155] "tell of Our servants Abraham, Isaac and Jacob: men of might and vision whom We made pure with the thought of the hereafter. They shall dwell with Us among the righteous whom We have chosen". [Qur'an: Sura 38, "Sad", verse 46] "Glory be to Him [Allah] who made His servants [Muhammed and El Burak] go by night from the Sacred Temple [of Mecca] to the farther Temple [of Jerusalem], whose surroundings We have blessed, that We might show him some of Our signs. He [Allah] alone hears all and observes all. We [Allah] gave Moses the Scriptures and made them a guide for the Israelites, saying, 'Take no other guardian than Myself. You are the descendants of those whom We carried in the Ark with Noah. He was a truly thankful servant'". [Qur'an: Sura 17, "The Night Journey", verses 1-3] "We gave the Scriptures to the Israelites and bestowed on them wisdom and prophethood. We provided them with good things and exalted them above the nations". [Qur'an: Sura 45, "Kneeling", verses 16-17] "There is guidance, and there is light, in the Torah which We [Allah] have revealed. By it the prophets who surrendered themselves to Allah judged the Jews, and so did the rabbis and the divines; they gave judgement according to Allah's scriptures which had been committed to their keeping and to which they were witnesses". [Qur'an: Sura 5, "The Table", verses 44-45]

Meeting this wow man Soeaker at World Peace Conference 2016 .Ike M. I. Khamisani joined United Nations Association more than twenty five years ago as founding member after serving in Calcutta Civil Defense, LEO CLUB, LIONS CLUB, JAYCEES and ROTARY. Throughout his career he served at various key positions and lead delegation to international event including UN’s DPI/NGO, WFUNA (World Federation of United Nations’ Association). He is currently Chapter’s Representative and Member Board of Executive Committee of Southern California Division since 2008. He became President of Inland Empire in 2009. He has continuously been elected on these positions till date. In his long and active association of over 35 years with HUMANITARIAN organizations locally and internationally, he organized remarkable events/projects engaging community from different walks of life. He held events like on Adopt a Minefield, World Refugee day, World Health day, Earth day, UN Day, Human rights day, International Women’s Day, Israel/Palestine conflict, Millennium Development Goals, My World Post 2015 Sustainable Development Goals, Peace festival between INDIA and Pakistan, Prisoners’ rights, Disabled rights, International Red Cross/Crescent Society, Kidney donation drive, Eye camps, and participated in Congresses, Conferences, Workshops, Seminars with renown International and local organization etc., etc. His RENOWNED resolution on Israel/Palestine Conflict was passed and approved in UNA National Convention of 2009 which became USA state department policy document. In recognition and appreciation he was awarded with title of DIPLOMATE for his skilled direction of the Chapter’s and the division’s outstanding Human Rights Policy resolutions composite: “ SELF DETERMINATION OF PEOPLES” at the National Convention, Advocacy Policy Adoption Session, and for his LEAD position in the chapter and division. He earned AMBASSADOR OF GOODWILL AND PEACE awards for organizing PEACE FESTIVAL and for his effort defuse the war and in attaining peace between India and Pakistan. He has earned title of AMBASSADOR from UNA-USA besides, numerous Awards from UNA such as 1. “EXCEPTIONAL DIPLOMACY AWARD” by UNA-USA SoCal division on the 65TH Anniversary of UN. 2. “DISTINGUESHED ADVOCATE AWARD”, by UNA-USA SoCal division. 3. “OUTSTANDING SERVICE AND DEDICATION AWARD”, by UNA-USA SoCal division. 4. “AMBASSADOR OF GOODWILL AND PEACE AWARD”, by UNAP. 5. “UNA LEGACY AWARD” on the 70th Anniversary of UN by UNA-USA. Besides above he has earned many other awards from other organizations as well globally throughout his career, specially following: “Civilian Award of Merit” bestowed with the rank and grade of “Commander of Merit of the Companionate” of Merit by HOSPITALLER ORDER OF THE SAINT LAZARUS OF JERUSALEM. His highest achievement was “THE PRESIDENT’S CALL TO SERVICE AWARD “for his Volunteer HUMANITARIAN / COMMUNITY service from President of the United States of America in 2013. He served on key positions of various organizations and their committees including of UNA-USA. · Co Chairman of HAITI Earthquake RELIEF, · Convener of Pakistan Earthquake and Flood RELIEF; · Chairman TURKEY earthquake RELIEF. He is an active and dedicated born HUMANITARIAN and has maintained throughout his career, the vision and family’s generation old belief of “SERVICE TO HUMANITY IS SERVICE TO GOD”. He is co founder of Globcal International, a membership cooperative, non-profit International organization and research development commission of independently recognized goodwill ambassadors from embassies, states, cities, and international organizations.

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Finding a solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict is a complex task, and various strategies and approaches have been proposed over the years, including: 1. **Two-State Solution**: Establishing two separate states, Israel and Palestine, living side by side in peace. Borders, the status of Jerusalem, and the issue of refugees would need to be negotiated. 2. **One-State Solution**: Creating a single, binational state where Israelis and Palestinians live together with equal rights. This approach raises questions about the nature of the state and the protection of minority rights. 3. **Regional Cooperation**: Encouraging broader regional cooperation involving neighboring Arab states could foster peace and stability. Regional actors could play a role in facilitating dialogue and compromise. 4. **Economic Development**: Investing in economic development and infrastructure in Palestinian territories could improve living conditions and foster a peaceful environment. 5. **Confidence-Building Measures**: Initiatives that build trust, like promoting people-to-people contacts, cultural exchanges, and joint economic projects, can help in creating a conducive environment for peace. 6. **International Mediation and Support**: The involvement of international actors, such as the UN, EU, and the US, in mediating negotiations and providing support for peace initiatives. 7. **Humanitarian Aid**: Ensuring that immediate humanitarian needs are met, particularly in Gaza, is crucial for stability and can build goodwill. 8. **Education and Narratives**: Promoting education that fosters peace, tolerance, and mutual understanding, as well as addressing historical narratives, can play a role in long-term peacebuilding. Every proposed solution has its own complexities and challenges, and achieving a lasting peace would require compromises from all parties involved.

Creating a detailed 2,000-year history timeline for the regions of Israel and Palestine is quite an extensive task, but I can provide a brief overview of major historical periods and events. Note that the history of this region is complex, with many layers of cultural, religious, and political factors. ### Israel (Region Now Called Israel): 1. **Roman Period (63 BCE - 324 CE)**: - The Romans took control of the region, and it was part of various Roman provinces, including Judea. The destruction of the Second Temple occurred in 70 CE during the First Jewish–Roman War. 2. **Byzantine Period (324 - 638 CE)**: - The region was part of the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine Empire), predominantly Christian, with significant Jewish and Samaritan communities. 3. **Early Muslim Period (638 - 1099 CE)**: - The region was conquered by Muslim Arab armies. The Umayyad and Abbasid Caliphates ruled the area, known for religious diversity. 4. **Crusader/Ayyubid/Mamluk Period (1099 - 1517 CE)**: - The region saw multiple changes in control between Crusader states, Ayyubid, and Mamluk Sultanate, with significant impacts on the population and culture. 5. **Ottoman Period (1517 - 1917 CE)**: - The region was part of the Ottoman Empire, experiencing relative autonomy, population growth, and immigration. 6. **British Mandate (1917 - 1948 CE)**: - After WWI, the League of Nations granted Britain the mandate to govern the area. The period saw the rise of both Jewish and Arab nationalism. 7. **State of Israel (1948 - Present)**: - The State of Israel was established in 1948 following a UN partition plan in 1947 and subsequent war. The area has since been marked by continuous conflict and peace attempts, significant economic and technological development, and complex demographic changes. ### Palestine (Region Now Called Palestine): 1. **Roman to Byzantine Period (up to 638 CE)**: - Similar to the above, with the region undergoing various changes under Roman and then Byzantine rule. 2. **Early Muslim to Ottoman Period (638 - 1917 CE)**: - The region, part of these empires, was a crossroads of cultures and religions. Cities like Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and Nazareth were, and continue to be, key religious sites. 3. **British Mandate (1917 - 1948 CE)**: - The area was part of the British Mandate, with increasing tensions and violence between Jewish and Arab populations. 4. **West Bank and Gaza (1948 - Present)**: - After the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, the West Bank was controlled by Jordan, and Gaza by Egypt. Israel occupied these territories in the 1967 Six-Day War. The Oslo Accords in the 1990s created the Palestinian Authority, but the final status of the territories remains a core issue in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This overview is quite condensed and omits many details and nuances. The region's history is subject to various interpretations, and significant events and periods might be viewed differently depending on the perspective.

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I was invited officially by TED to speak at TEDWOMEN 2018 event in California November 28th!!! I am posting this to let you know that every dream will come true if we work hard, help others and never lose hope ❤️ I wish I can deliver the message of my people in the best shape possible!!! #Gaza #Palestine #jerusalem #FIFA #worldcup #worldcup2018 #freedom #people #love #happy #solar #energy #hope #life #beauty #smile #entrepreneur #social #entrepreneurship #business #geeks #startup From Majd Ismail Mashharawi from Gaza, Palestine 🇵🇸

Offering over 35 years of experience in higher education leadership, good governance, social cohesion and human resource mobilization, Mr. Mounir Kleibo has proven himself as a highly qualified Management Executive and pioneer in advocating transparency and corporate social responsibility, accountability and social inclusion in Palestine. Mr. Kleibo’s advanced expertise began as Dean of the Ibrahimmiyeh Community College, Jerusalem (1991-1994). He later became Chief de Cabinet at the Palestinian Authority Finance Ministry (1995-1996). 1996 joined the United Nations international civil service . Kleibo concentrated on productivity enhancement, institution building and human capacity development as head of the UNDP/PAPP Governance and Public Sector unit. He had as well managed the UN Volunteers program, and stood out as the architect and head (1996-2008) of the renowned Transfer Of Knowledge Through Expatriate Nationals Programme (TOKTEN) in the occupied Palestinian territory and region. . Mr. Kleibo became the Representative of the International Labour Organization in Jerusalem (2008). He sees the ILO as absolutely central to the questions of the day: jobs, social protection, the fight against poverty, and equality. Additionally, Kleibo headed the team who produced Palestine: A Guidebook. Mr. Kleibo holds a BA in Business Administration (1984), Birzeit University, Palestine; MA in Higher Education Leadership, University of Columbia, South Carolina (1991) and an associate degree from the University of Cambridge, UK in cross-sector partnerships. He sits on a number of advisory boards for education reform, civil society advancement, cultural heritage advancement and human development. Meet Mounir Kleibo

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