GEW Briefs Initial French Expeditions and Establishments The first major French expedition to the Arab world was Napoleon’s invasion of Egypt in 1798. This invasion aimed to disrupt British trade routes to India and establish a French presence there. Although the French occupation was short-lived, it marked the beginning of increased French interest and intervention…
Category: History
China-USA: For A Realpolitik Renewal in Foreign Policy
GEW Research Paper by: Dr Hichem Karoui Contributions of the paper The paper analyses China’s claims and US policy regarding the reunification of China and the tensions between Beijing and Taipei. It highlights President Xi Jinping’s belief in the eventual reunification of China and the importance of fostering a shared sense of purpose among Chinese…
Open Letter to the Western Leaders: What is the Fault of 2.3 Million People?
GEW Editorial by Hichem Karoui The situation in Gaza raises profound ethical questions regarding the impact of conflict on civilian populations. What is the fault of the 2.3 million people who have lived in Gaza under Israeli blockade for years? Israel and the West evoke the Hamas 7 October operation to justify the ongoing killing…
The Roots of Evil: (1) Historic Background of an Alliance
They Used Fascists and Used Nazis to Build Their Criminal State On the Sacred Land of Palestine Research Paper by: Dr Hichem Karoui (Special to GEW). Historical context provides a foundation for understanding complex relationships, a point emphasised in E.H. Carr’s “What is History?” (Carr, 1961). To understand the relationship between Mussolini’s Italy and Revisionist…
Zionism and Fascism
GEW Editorial The Israeli newspaper Haaretz published an interesting story by Dan Tamir a few weeks ago (20 July 2019), titled “When Jews Praised Mussolini and Supported Nazis: Meet Israel’s First Fascists.” Many individuals are oblivious to historical truths that relate Israeli leaders to Nazi and Fascist administrations. That appears to be alarming. But, if…
Extract From A Forthcoming Book: Islam Between Legends and Facts
The Sociologist’s Digressions (SD5) By: Dr Hichem Karoui A XXIth Century Social Scientist’s Cogitations Throughout history, dating back to the 7th century, the Arab and Islamic world has witnessed the emergence of numerous legends, often rooted in fanciful or illogical narratives and, in some cases, outright falsehoods. These legends have often been predicated on…
The Impact of Historical Events on Societal Structures
The Sociologist’s Digressions (SD1) By: Dr Hichem Karoui Throughout history, major events have played a significant role in shaping social structures and institutions. These events have had lasting effects on society, moulding the way people interact, organise, and govern themselves. By examining the impact of historical events on societal structures, we can better understand…