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How did we get here: Israel and the Palestinians

Jonny Dymond explores the contested history of the region from ancient times to the present day through conversations with an array of leading historians and BBC specialists.

How Did We Get Here: Israel and the Palestinians is a Long Form Audio production for BBC World Service

27 minutes

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