| ID | 195188 |
| Title Proper | Palestinian refugee problem |
| Other Title Information | theory and practice in light of back-channel negotiations |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Rami, Goldstein |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The Palestinian refugee problem is considered one of the most intractable and complex issues surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This article examines the gaps between Israel and the Palestinians concerning the Palestinian refugee problem and considers whether back-channel diplomacy can help promote possible lasting solutions. To answer this question, several sets of peace negotiations are presented that involved back-channel communications and offered possible solutions to the problem. These include the Camp David ii summit in 2000 (including the Taba talks of 2001), the intensive back-channel negotiations between Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and the Palestinian Authority Chairman Abu-Mazen (2006–2008) ongoing when the 2007 Annapolis Conference was held, and the Kerry Proposals of 2016. The main argument is that back-channel negotiations may contribute to a solution to conflicts involving issues of human dignity and responsibility, like the issue of the Palestinian refugees. |
| `In' analytical Note | International Negotiation Vol. 29, No.2; 2024: p.327–355 |
| Journal Source | International Negotiation Vol: 29 No 2 |
| Key Words | Conflict Resolution ; Forced migration ; Palestinian refugees ; Peace Negotiations ; Israeli - Palestinian Conflict ; Back - Channel Diplomacy |