Clash Of Nation... | Syria And The Palestinians: The

Early chapters explore the transition from Ottoman rule to the mandates and the short-lived kingdom of Faysal.

Some critics, such as Jonathan Schanzer in the Middle East Quarterly , argued that Talhami shows "disdain for a diplomatic resolution" and sometimes ignores the imperialist goals of other Arab states.

As of April 2026, the underlying tensions described by Talhami remain visible in: Syria and the Palestinians: The Clash of Nation...

Critics still point to the Syrian regime's use of the Palestinian cause to bolster its own legitimacy while simultaneously suppressing Palestinian dissent.

Historically, many Syrians viewed Palestine as "Southern Syria," a perspective that clashed with the emerging independent Palestinian national identity. Early chapters explore the transition from Ottoman rule

The book tracks these relationships through the leadership of figures like Haj Amin al-Husseini, Ahmad Shuqeiry, and Yasir Arafat. 🏛️ Historical Context and Themes The text covers nearly a century of regional development:

Syria and the Palestinians: the Clash of Nationalisms. - Gale - Gale Reviewers from Middle East Policy and

Reviewers from Middle East Policy and Gale called it a "major contribution" and "substantial new scholarship".