Jacobin Radio The Dig: Thawra Ep. 14 - The Palestinian Revolution
Jul 7, 2024
Abdel Razzaq Takriti discusses the rise of the Palestinian Revolution post-1967 Arab defeat. Topics include armed guerrilla struggle, Ba'athists' rise in Iraq, and Gaddafi's power in Libya. The podcast also explores the foundation of Fatah, PFLP's socialist ideology, and the evolution of the PLO. It examines the impact of the Israeli-Arab air force conflict, Palestinian resistance movements, and shifts in Palestinian revolutionary groups.
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Myth of the 1967 Preemptive Strike
- The 1967 war's preemptive strike narrative is a myth; Egypt was not ready or intending full-scale attack.
- Israel's victory was aided by U.S. support and superior military capability, drastically changing regional dynamics.
Aftermath of 1967 Occupation
- The 1967 defeat opened opportunities for Palestinian guerrilla warfare directly within Israeli-occupied territories.
- This shift marked a transition to widespread mobilization and armed struggle as a form of revolution.
Rise of the PFLP and Leftist Palestinian Politics
- The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) adopted Marxism-Leninism and became a key rival to Fatah.
- The PFLP emerged from the fragmented Arab nationalist movements after the 1967 defeat.