The Return of the Palestinian Question in the Arab World and Beyond

<span class="abs_content">The article introduces the main themes that the special issue tackles and provides several insights on the impact of the October 7 attacks and Israeli retaliation. There are three broad themes emerging from the findings. First is the religious rhetoric to a place of considerable prominence in the conflict. This is true for both sides and although there is of course a significant power asymmetry in the relationship, the centrality of God's will in speeches and declarations give the participants a maximalist position which it becomes difficult to de-escalate. The second aspect is changing patterns of mobilization both inside and outside Israel/Palestine. In this context, the prominent role of individual mobilization stands out. Finally, the article examines the way in which political and social movements rationalise their strategies and behaviours.</span><br />