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HU Credits:
2
Degree/Cycle:
1st degree (Bachelor)
Responsible Department:
Islamic & Middle East Stud.
Semester:
1st Semester
Teaching Languages:
Hebrew
Campus:
Mt. Scopus
Course/Module Coordinator:
Dr. Moran Zaga
Coordinator Office Hours:
Thursday 12:00 - 13:00
Teaching Staff:
Dr. Moran Zaga
Course/Module description:
The Abraham Accords have introduced many Israelis to the complex dynamics between Israel and the Gulf states. Why are relations with Gulf countries characterized by "warm peace"? What motivates Saudi Arabia or Oman to consider normalizing relations with Israel? How does Bahrain benefit Israel, and what is Israel’s stance on diplomatic ties with Qatar? Why does Kuwait remain outside the discourse on warming relations? In this course, we will explore these questions and more.
The course aims to bridge knowledge gaps regarding Israel's relations with the Arab Gulf states and to cultivate a community of experts with a deep understanding of the Gulf arena from an Israeli perspective—examining its historical, cultural, political, economic, and civil dimensions.
Course/Module aims:
1. Understanding the historical background of relations between Israel and the Arab Gulf states.
2. Analyzing key influences in the economic, security, political, and civil spheres affecting Israel-Gulf relations.
3. Examining central issues such as normalization, regional connectivity, and diversification policies.
4. Developing analytical skills for a deep assessment of Israel-Gulf relations from historical, contemporary, and forward-looking perspectives.
Learning outcomes - On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
By the end of the course, students will be able to analyze and assess the relations between Israel and the Gulf states based on historical context, a deep understanding of mutual interests and leadership dynamics, an understanding of cultural characteristics, and the application of geopolitical concepts.
Attendance requirements(%):
90
Teaching arrangement and method of instruction:
The course is structured as an active learning experience. It will include lectures, exercises, discussions, and conversations with relevant stakeholders.
Course/Module Content:
- A Lone Island?
- The Arab Gulf: A Broad Perspective
- Israel-UAE Relations
- Israel-Bahrain Relations
- Israel-Saudi Arabia Relations
- Israel-Qatar Relations
- Israel-Oman Relations
- Israel-Kuwait Relations
- Israel-Gulf Relations from the Perspective of Citizens and Civil Society
- Israel-Gulf Relations: Synthesis and Comparison of Different Models
Required Reading:
רביד, ברק. 2021. השלום של טראמפ - הסכמי אברהם והמהפך במזרח התיכון. הוצאת משכל.
פודה, אלי. 2022. מפילגש לידועה בציבור: היחסים החשאיים של ישראל עם מדינות ועם מיעוטים במזרח התיכון, 2020-1948. עם עובד, ישראל.
גורן, נמרוד, מירב כהנא-דגן ורועי קיבריק. 2020. יחסי ישראל עם מדינות ערב: הפוטנציאל הלא-ממומש. רמת גן: מיתווים - המכון הישראלי למדיניות-חוץ אזורית.
Additional Reading Material:
Grading Scheme :
Essay / Project / Final Assignment / Referat 70 %
Submission assignments during the semester: Exercises / Essays / Audits / Reports / Forum / Simulation / others 30 %
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