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Which side of the Israeli Palestinian conflict do you sympathize with more?

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Israel

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Palestine

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Both equally

 @9QYPN4RLabourfrom Maine  answered…6mos6MO

i support none of them. there is blood on the hands of both sides, and both regions should be embargoed until the end of the war

 @9G92PGXanswered…1yr1Y

I care about the civilians anywhere. They did nothing wrong, but these pathetic, weak, psychopathic people in power don’t care, because to them, it’s all about them. Hamas is, from what I’ve heard, a terrorist organisation and not necessarily affiliated with the Palestinian government. Israel is attacking a small nation because it’s trying to take more territory like it has been doing for years. This is my opinion based on what little I’ve learnt.

 @9G6SWJLfrom Oppland  answered…1yr1Y

It's a tragedy the death and destruction that Hamas has caused, but we have to question what even made them get to that point. Israel has been terrorizing Palestine for years. Two wrongs don't necessarily make a right, but Israel needs to take some personal accountability for its own actions here.

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If you had the power to influence a major global conflict, what would be your first step towards resolution?

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How do personal stories of those affected by the conflict impact your view of it compared to just facts and figures?

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Can art, music, or literature play a role in healing communities divided by conflict?

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What responsibilities do other countries have in helping to resolve conflicts in different parts of the world?

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How would you feel if your daily life was impacted by a conflict you had no control over?

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What actions do you believe could lead to peace in situations where two groups are deeply divided?

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Imagine living in a place where your safety is not guaranteed; how would that change your daily routines or aspirations?

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Do you think it's possible for individuals from opposing sides of a conflict to find common ground? Why or why not?

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What role do you see social media playing in conflicts around the world? Does it help or hinder peace?

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