1945–1947: Arabisation, Internationalisation, and Partition Resolution
摘要
This chapter examines the critical phase in the Palestinian struggle following World War II, marked by the intensification of Arab-Zionist tensions and the deepening involvement of international actors. The chapter explores the processes of Arabisation, in which Palestine’s cause became increasingly intertwined with broader Arab nationalism and internationalisation, as the question of Palestine garnered heightened attention on the global stage, particularly within the newly established United Nations. Bsoul delves into the key political developments and diplomatic efforts during this period, including the role of Britain’s faltering mandate, the Arab League’s evolving position, and the Zionist movement’s strategic responses. Central to the chapter is the analysis of the United Nations’ 1947 partition plan, which proposed the division of Palestine into separate Jewish and Arab states. Bsoul critically assesses the reactions from both Arab and Zionist perspectives, highlighting the escalating conflicts and divergent visions for the future of Palestine. The chapter underscores how the partition resolution set the stage for continued violence and the eventual outbreak of the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. By tracing the interplay of local, regional, and international forces during these pivotal years, Bsoul provides a nuanced understanding of how competing visions of justice and nationhood shaped the trajectory of the Palestinian struggle.