Jerusalem: A Flashpoint For Conflict Or Microcosm Of Peace – OpEd

By Dr. Alon Ben-Meir*

The flareup that has engulfed East Jerusalem over the past few days should surprise no one. The status quo could never be sustained; the Palestinians’ resentment of the occupation was only deepening and any incident could have precipitated a violent outbreak. This time it was the order to evict six...